Gautam Gulati is a popular Indian film and television actor known for his versatile acting skills and charming personality. The Bollywood actor he was born on November 27, 1987, in Delhi, India. He started his career as a model and later ventured into acting.
He has appeared in several popular TV shows and films and has won several awards for his performances.
Early Life and Upbringing
Gautam Gulati was born and brought up in Delhi, India. He completed his graduation from Hansraj College in Delhi. He was interested in acting from a young age and used to practice at the Mandi house in Delhi. He also did his training in dancing from Shiamak Davar’s dance school.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Gautam Gulati |
| Nickname | Gauti |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Gautam Gulati |
| Date of Birth | 27 November 1987 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 36 years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Delhi |
| Hometown | Delhi |
| Current Address | Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
| Hobbies and Interests | Dancing and Gymming |
| Languages Known | Hindi and English |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Gautam Gulati |
| IMDb Profile link | Gautam Gulati |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 42-32-14 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 8″, 172 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 72 kg, 159 lbs |
| Chest | 42 inches |
| Waist | 32 inches |
| Biceps | 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Short and Spiky |
| Distinctive Features | Chiselled Jawline and Muscular Body |
| Tattoos | On his right arm |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Gautam Gulati belongs to a Jatt or Khatri Hindu family. His mother’s name is Anurag Gulati, and his elder brother, Mohit Gulati, is a businessman. Gautam was in a relationship with an Australian girl, but later, they broke up due to some personal issues.
He was also very close to his co-contestant, Diandra Sores, during his stint on Bigg Boss .
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Spouse – Wife | N/A |
| Father | Name |
| Mother | Anurag Gulati |
| Children | N/A |
| Siblings | Mohit Gulati (elder brother) |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | An Australian girl (name not known), Diandra Sores (model) |
| Significant Relationships | N/A |
Rise to Stardom
Gautam Gulati started his acting career in television with the 2008 series Kahaani Hamaaray Mahaabhaarat Ki, where he played Duryodhana. He later played one of the supporting roles in Zee TV’s Kasamh Se and played Varun, which was by Ekta Kapoor.
Later in the same year, he played Tejj in Star Plus show Tujh Sang Preet Lagai Sajna. In 2010, he was selected to play a gay character Shaurya Khanna in Star One’s Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani. From 2011 to 2014, he played Vikram Rathi in Star Plus’ longest-running show Diya Aur Baati Hum.
In September 2014, he participated in the reality show Bigg Boss in its eighth season as a celebrity contestant. He survived for 19 weeks until he emerged as the winner. He later made his entry into Bollywood with the film Azhar, which released in April 2016. He has also appeared in several other successful films, including Behen Hogi Teri and Virgin Bhanupriya.
Gautam Gulati – Debut Film – Darpok (2014)
Gautam Gulati – Successful Film – Pyaar Ki Ye Ek Kahaani (2010)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Gautam Gulati has won several awards for his performances, including the Best Actor in a Negative Role at the Indian Telly Awards for his role in Diya Aur Baati Hum. He has also won the Best Actor in a Comic Role at the Gold Awards for his performance in Behen Hogi Teri.
In 2014, he participated in the reality show Bigg Boss 8 and emerged as the winner. He has also been recognized for his versatility in roles, and we saw him playing a negative role in Salman Khan starrer Radhe, which was highly appreciated by the critics.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, TV Host, Model |
| Debut Film | Darpok (2014) |
| Notable Roles | Vikram Rathi in Diya Aur Baati Hum, Karan Singh in Operation Cobra |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Virgin Bhanupriya (2020)1, Radhe (2021) |
| Upcoming Films | N/A |
| Popular Television Series | Tujh Sang Preet Lagai Sajna (2008-2010), Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani (2010-2011), Bigg Boss 8 (2014-2015) |
| Awards and Achievements | Bigg Boss 8 Winner (2015)1, Zee Gold Award for Most Fit Actor (Male) (2015) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Adda52.com, Adda52 Rummy, Adda52 Poker, Adda52 Ludo, Adda52 Teen Patti |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | N/A |
| Professional Associations | N/A |
| Training and Education | Dance training from Shiamak Davar’s dance school |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Azhar (2016)1, Behen Hogi Teri (2017) |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Darpok (2014)1, Sri Siddhartha Gautama (2014) |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 15 crore, $2 million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 50 lakh, $67,000 |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 10 lakh, $13,000 |
| Sponsorship Deals | N/A |
| Business Ventures | N/A |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | N/A |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | N/A |
| Cars Collection | BMW |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Salman Khan and John Abraham |
| Favorite Actress | N/A |
| Favorite Film | N/A |
| Favorite Music Bands | N/A |
| Favorite Sport | Football |
| Favorite Books | N/A |
| Favorite Color | N/A |
| Favorite Food | Rajma Chawal |
| Things s/he like | N/A |
| Things s/he dislike | N/A |
Top 5 Best Films – Gautam Gulati
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Azhar | 2016 | Ravi Shastri |
| Behen Hogi Teri | 2017 | Rahul |
| Virgin Bhanupriya | 2020 | Shartiya/Abhimanyu |
| Radhe | 2021 | Girgit |
| Sri Siddhartha Gautama | 2014 | Devadutta |
Controversies – Gautam Gulati
- Gautam’s intimate moments with his co-contestant, Diandra Sores in Big Boss season 8 received huge criticism.
- He went into the bathroom along with Diandra and didn’t come out for long.
- Gautam and Prince Narula had a big fight during the Hijack task in the second week of Big Boss.
- Gautam and Prince Narula got into an ugly spat during the vote out in Roadies 19.
- Gautam and Prince Narula’s rivalry continued even after the shoot of Roadies 19 was done.
Interesting Facts – Gautam Gulati
- Gautam was a student of Shiamak Davar’s dance school.
- He walked the Cannes red carpet for his short film “Darpok”.
- He acted in a blockbuster film, “Buddha” in Sri Lanka.
- Gautam once played a gay character in the TV show “Pyaar Ki Yeh Ek Kahaani”.
- He worked behind the camera in many films including Salman Khan’s film, “Veer” before bagging prominent roles in daily soaps.
- Gautam’s elder brother, Mohit, is often mistaken for him.
Gautam Gulati’s journey from a television actor to a Bollywood star is truly inspiring. His dedication and hard work have made him a household name in India. As he continues to entertain his fans with his performances, we look forward to seeing more of his work in the future.
