World Photography Day: 5 Male TV Actors Who Look Better With Every Picture

World Photography Day, observed on August 19, is a good excuse to talk about actors who seem to have a natural understanding of the camera. Some actors have a screen presence that stays with you long after a scene ends. Others have the kind of face that can make even a simple photograph stand out. And then some seem to know exactly what to do when the camera turns their way, sometimes without doing anything at all. 

Here are five male actors who have consistently caught our eye in photographs.

Arjun Bijlani has never really looked uncomfortable in front of a camera, and it shows. Whether it is a formal photoshoot, an event picture or one of those more relaxed Instagram photographs, he has an easy charm that comes through. His expressions are perhaps his biggest strength. Give him a camera and he can go from a warm smile to a more intense look without making it feel forced. 

Shabir Ahluwalia has the kind of presence that photographs particularly well. There is a natural confidence in the way he carries himself, whether he is dressed for an event, a photoshoot or simply caught in a candid moment. His ability to move between a sharp, polished look and something more relaxed makes him particularly versatile in front of the lens. Years in the industry have clearly given him an ease with the camera, but his photographs never feel overly posed.

Kanwar Dhillon knows how to work a photograph. From traditional looks to sharper, contemporary styling, he seems equally comfortable switching things up. His photographs have the confidence you would expect from a television leading man, but they don't feel too rehearsed. And that versatility matters. The same face can work for a fashion photograph, a candid moment or a character-inspired shoot.

Sharad Kelkar has a commanding presence that translates remarkably well into photographs. His strong features and naturally composed demeanour give him an edge in both formal portraits and more relaxed shots. There is also a certain intensity to his gaze that can completely change the mood of a picture. 

Farman Haider brings a younger and fresher energy to the list. His photographs have a certain openness to them, and he carries both traditional and contemporary looks comfortably. As his career continues to grow, his ability to hold a frame is something that stands out. There is also plenty of room for experimentation, something photographers can have fun with as an actor explores different looks and moods.