Abhishek Shankar is an Indian actor known for his work in Tamil films and television serials. He made his acting debut with Gnana Rajasekaran’s critically acclaimed film Mogamul (1995), playing the lead role alongside Archana Joglekar. Despite a promising start, he found it difficult to sustain a long-term career in cinema. In 1999, his career took a new direction when Ekta Kapoor offered him a role in the television serial Kudumbam. This marked the beginning of his successful transition to the small screen, where he not only acted but also assisted in production.

Abhishek rose to prominence with his portrayal of Bhaskaran in the popular Tamil serial Kolangal, which became a milestone in his television career. His popularity led to roles in other TV shows such as Malargal, Girija, and Kollywood Court. Over the years, he has acted in nearly forty television serials, becoming a well-known face in Tamil households. His versatility in handling both serious and comedic roles contributed to his enduring presence on television through the late 2000s and beyond.

In 2009, Abhishek ventured into film direction and production under his banner, Hollywood to Bollywood Films. His directorial debut Kathai (2012), though modest in scale, tackled a serious subject and received praise for its attempt. He announced subsequent projects like Kaiyazhuthu and a police action film with actor Samuthirakani, though these ventures did not materialize. In recent years, he earned critical appreciation for his role as a government official in the film Ka Pae Ranasingam (2020), where his performance was noted as one of the more believable ones in the ensemble cast.