From Bollywood to web series: Take a look at Abhay Deol's success story

Author: Manosmita Mohanty

What is Abhay Deol upto?

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Abhay Deol's first steps

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Continued to hard-work

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Finally the results are high

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Changing landscape

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Rise of OTT

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Delivering great performances

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