TOI:Bearded hotties - Ayaz

When it comes to men sporting facial fuzz, it definitely makes them hotter than ever in most cases. But when it comes to the small screen, most actors sport the beard to add to the rustic look or the rugged look. Here's a dekko at tube's latest actors, who are sporting facial hair:

Avinash Sachdev Shlok, Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon Ek Baar Phir As the cold-hearted, mean biz tycoon, Avinash does quite the job of holding his single expression in place. But with a dark facial fuzz, moustache and a constant stern look on his face, Avinash does complete justice to his character.

Vikrant Massey Ayan, Qubool Hai Juggling a parallel lead role in a daily soap and the role of a presenter in a youth show, Vikrant does an easy job of switching between roles with an unkempt look. With a trimmed beard and messy hair, Vikrant carries the look with ease.

Ayaz Ahmed Raghu, Do Dil...Ek Jaan Another Roadies boy has now bagged his very first lead role on entetainment TV. Ayaz, plays a small time ruffian in the romantic story Do Dil...Ek Jaan. As an orphaned gangster trying to make his livings, Ayaz's beard fits his character very well and gives him that rough look.

Vibhav Roy Nikhil, Gustakh Dil He is rich and sophisticated, andsports a designer stubble. Nikhil, who has been a rich brat until recently, is now the epitome of kind husband to the rustic Lajjo. It's another matter that Nikhil switches from a clean shaved look to a stubble with ease.

Arhaan Behl Raghu, Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se He is not unfamiliar with playing a rustic character after playing a similar role in his last show Pratigya. Now as a small town guy Raghu and the household help of a billionaire, Arhaan again sports a light facial fuzz, adding to his bechara looks.

Rahul Sharma Akash, Ek Ghar Banaunga Yet another rustic character on the Hindi soap block, the energetic Akash sports a light beard and moustache. Throw in colourful kurta-pajamas, monotone waist-coats and a woolen stole around his neck and Rahul is ready in his rustic avatar.

Viraf Pheroz Patel Mrityunjay, Ek Boond Ishq As a model, he is smart and suave. But when it comes to his daily soap outings, Viraf is keen to experiment with his looks. Playing the guy who spent a long time in jail, Viraf sports long hair and a beard as well. All the facial fuzz makes him more appealing.

Shaleen Malhotra Arjun, Har Yug Me Aayega Ek Arjun He is a cop to look out for, not only for his intelligence and strength but also for his style. As the tough cop Arjun, Roadies contestant Shaleen Malhotra also sports a neat trim. His light beard only adds to his macho, rugged looks.