Kiran Raj (born 5 July, 1993)[1] is an Indian actor and model who works in Kannada and Hindi-language television and cinema. He is best known for playing Harsha Kumar in the television drama Kannadathi (2020–23).[2][3]
Personal life
In March 2018, actress Yasmin Pathan accused Raj of physically abusing her. They had been in a relationship since many years and married in a Manali[disambiguation needed] temple, as claimed by her.[4] The actor was arrested on 3 April 2018.[5][6] He secured bail after fourteen days of custody.[7]
On 10 September 2024, Raj suffered a chest injury in a car accident.[8][9]
Filmography
- March 22 (2017) as Rahul
- Asathoma Sadgamaya (2018) as Raghava[10][11]
- Bharjari Gandu (2024) as Akash[12]
- Megha (2024) as Megha[13]
- Ronny: The Ruler (2024) as Raghava / Ronny[14]
Television
- Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (cameo)[15]
- Tu Aashiqui (2017–18) as Murali "Monty" Shetty[16]
- Life Super Guru as himself[10]
- Devathe (2015–17)[17]
- Chandramukhi (2020) as Rakesh[16]
- Kinnari (2020) as Nakul (replaced by Pavan Kumar)[18]
- Kannadathi (2020–23) as Harsha Kumar[19]
References
- ^ "Chitkala Biradar sends birthday wishes to on-screen son Kiran Raj from San Diego; says, "You are the reason behind Ammamma's fame"". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kiran Raj on winning 'Best Actor' award for the third time: This award solidifies my beliefs and inspires me to work even harder". The Times of India. 12 October 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kiran Raj: Always ready for a great performance". Eastern Eye. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "This is not the first time that Kiran hit me: Yasmin Pathan". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Assault case: Actor Kiran Raj arrested". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "'ಕಿನ್ನರಿ' ನಟ ಕಿರಣ್ ರಾಜ್ ಮತ್ತು ಗೆಳತಿ ನಡುವೆ ನಡೆದದ್ದೇನು?". Vijay Karnataka (in Kannada). Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kiran Raj back on set post arrest". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kannada actor Kiran Raj injured in car accident, receives treatment in hospital". India Today. 11 September 2024. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kannada actor Kiran Raj injured in road accident". The Hindu. 11 September 2024. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ a b "Tuesday Trivia: Did you know eminent actor Kiran Raj started his career as a junior artist?". The Times of India. 31 May 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Asathoma Sadgamaya Movie Review". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A. (12 April 2024). "'Bharjari Gandu' movie review: Interesting premise let down by an unfocused execution". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A. (3 December 2024). "'Megha' movie review: Impactful illustration of communication in relationships". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Ronny: The Ruler Movie Review: Ronny review: Yet another gangster drama". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Addicted to acting since childhood: TV star Kiran Raj". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ a b "Kiran Raj, who has been a part of TV shows like Tu Aashiqui and Chandramukhi, wishes to explore life to the fullest". The Tribune. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ SM, Shashiprasad (21 June 2018). "Kiran Raj straddles 2 worlds". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Pavan Kumar aka Nakul of Kinnari fame gets candid about his journey in the show". The Times of India. 25 June 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
- ^ "Kannada serials revolve around emotions and sentiment, says Kiran Raj". The Times of India. 30 May 2020. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 January 2025.