Kunal Jaisingh
Kunal Jaisingh | |
|---|---|
 Jaisingh in 2019 | |
| Born | 29 July 1989[1] |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Notable work | The Buddy Project Ishqbaaaz Dil Boley Oberoi |
| Spouse | |
Kunal Jaisingh (born 29 July 1989) is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Hindi television. Jaisingh is widely recognised for his portrayal of Omkara Singh Oberoi in Ishqbaaaz and its spin-off series, Dil Boley Oberoi. The former earned him an Indian Telly Award and a Gold Award.[2]
Jaisingh made his acting debut in 2011 with Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya. He is known for playing Ranveer Shergill in The Buddy Project, Reyansh Khurana in Pavitra Bhagya, Veer Pratap Singh in Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye and Kabir Singh Shekhawat Muskuraane Ki Vajah Tum Ho. Jaisingh made his web debut with Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka 2 as Ruhaan.
Early life
Jaisingh was born on 29 July 1989 in Mumbai, Maharashtra into a Hindu family.[1][3] Jaisingh completed his graduation from H.R. College of Commerce and Economics.[4][5]
Career
Debut and early work (2011-2015)
Jaisingh made his acting debut with Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya where he played a mute guy, Sarang.[6] From 2012 to 2014, Jaisingh played Ranveer Shergill, his first lead role as a college student in The Buddy Project, opposite Palak Jain. The series was well received.[7]
In 2014 and 2015, Jaisingh played Prince Jeet Singh and Abhishek respectively in two episodes of Yeh Hai Aashiqui. In 2015, he also played Chiku Gaurav Singh in Doli Armaano Ki and Aryan in Twist Wala Love.[8]
Success with Ishqbaaz and beyond (2016-present)
In 2016, Jaisingh first appeared in the short film It Happened That Night. In the same year, he played episodic roles of Arjun and Ruzbeh in Savdhaan India and Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya respectively.[9]
From 2016 to 2018, Jaisingh played Omkara Singh Oberoi in Ishqbaaaz opposite Shrenu Parikh.[10] The show proved to be a major success and earned him recognition. He later won the Indian Telly Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Gold Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the show. In 2017, he played Omkara in Indian television's first spin-off series, Dil Boley Oberoi opposite Shrenu Parikh.[11][12]
Jaisingh made his web debut in 2019 with Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka 2, playing Ruhan opposite Tejasswi Prakash and Aneri Vajani.[13][14] In 2020, Jaisingh played Reyansh Khurana in Pavitra Bhagya opposite Aneri Vajani, which was ended abruptly.[15][16] Then in 2021, Jaisingh played a prince Veer Pratap Singh in Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye, opposite Gracy Goswami.[17]
Jaisingh played a businessman Kabir Singh Shekhawat, in Muskuraane Ki Vajah Tum Ho, opposite Tanvi Malhara in 2022.[18][19] In 2023, he played Anirban Banerjee opposite Adrija Roy and Rachi Sharma in Durga Aur Charu.[20]
Personal life
Jaisingh met actress Bharati Kumar on the sets of The Buddy Project in 2012. The two were in a relationship for five years.[21] Jaisingh and Kumar got engaged on 18 March 2018 and married each other on 20 December 2018 in Mumbai.[22][23]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | It Happened That Night | War | Short film |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya | Sarang "Gunga" | ||
| 2012–2014 | The Buddy Project | Ranveer Shergill | ||
| 2014 | Yeh Hai Aashiqui | Prince Jeet Singh | Episode: "Didi Se Dhoka" | |
| 2015 | Abhishek | Episode: "The Driving Force" | ||
| Doli Armaano Ki | Chiku Gaurav Singh | |||
| Twist Wala Love | Aryan | |||
| 2016 | Savdhaan India | Arjun | ||
| Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya | Ruzbeh | Season 6 | ||
| 2016–2018 | Ishqbaaaz | Omkara "Om" Singh Oberoi | ||
| 2017 | Dil Boley Oberoi | [24] | ||
| 2020 | Pavitra Bhagya | Reyansh Khurana | [25] | |
| Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki | Special appearance | |||
| 2021 | Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye | Veer Pratap Singh | [26] | |
| 2022 | Muskuraane Ki Vajah Tum Ho | Kabir Singh Shekhawat | [27] | |
| Saavi Ki Savaari | Special appearance | |||
| 2023 | Durga Aur Charu | Anirban Banerjee |
Web series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka | Ruhaan | Season 2 | [28] |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Singer | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Pehla Pyaar | Shilpa Joshi | |
| 2024 | Boondhe Baarish Ki | Akhil Sachdeva | [29] |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Ishqbaaaz | Nominated | [30] |
| Gold Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Nominated | [31] | ||
| 2018 | Won | [32] | |||
| 2019 | Indian Telly Awards | Won | [33] | ||
| Gold Awards | Best Actor Popular - OTT | Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka 2 | Nominated | [34] | |
| Most Stylish Actor - OTT | — | Won |
See also
References
- ^ a b "Birthday boy Kunal Jaisingh is Mr Perfect". The Indian Express. 29 July 2018. Retrieved 17 September 2022.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh: I'm never shy to learn something new or polish my skills, be it from anyone". The Times of India. 5 September 2022. Retrieved 29 July 2023.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh on celebrating birthdays: I spend my birthday with family like a ritual". The Times of India. 31 July 2023. Retrieved 19 September 2023.
- ^ "College Profile and Alumni – HR College of Commerce & Economics". H.R. College. Retrieved 28 December 2022.
- ^ "My Dad gave me the best that life could offer: Kunal Jaisingh". The Times of India. 9 April 2023. Retrieved 14 September 2023.
- ^ "Lucknow traffic is scary! Kunal Jaisingh". The Times of India. Retrieved 11 January 2018.
- ^ Venkatram, Anushka (3 June 2010). "New faces to revamp popular show". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 18 October 2012. Retrieved 4 December 2012.
- ^ "bindass.com Yeh Hai Aashiqui Season 1". Bindass.com. Archived from the original on 27 June 2016. Retrieved 24 July 2016.
- ^ "Ishqbaaz fame actor Kunal Jaisingh reveals why he believes in staying grounded". India Today. Retrieved 31 January 2022.
- ^ "Producer Gul Khan bids good-bye to the 'Super Six' of Ishqbaaz". Daily News and Analysis. Retrieved 30 September 2022.
- ^ "The promo of India's first spin off tv series 'Dil Bole Oberoi' is here and it looks very promising". Times of India. Retrieved 26 March 2021.
- ^ "Indian television's first spin-off show 'Dil Bole Oberoi' to go off air and merge with Ishqbaaz". Mid Day. Retrieved 15 September 2019.
- ^ "Ishqbaaz's Kunal Jaisingh to play the lead in Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka Season 2 on Voot". India Today. Retrieved 23 December 2019.
- ^ "Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka 2: Aneri Vajani, Kunal Jaisingh, Tejasswi Prakash's promo piques Twitterati's interest". DNA India. 1 March 2019. Retrieved 25 April 2019.
- ^ "Pavitra Bhagya new promo: Reyansh refuses to take daughter Jugnu's responsibility and admits he's selfish". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 October 2020.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh: It didn't come as a surprise to me when 'Pavitra Bhagya' went off air". The Times of India. Retrieved 22 November 2021.
- ^ Maheshwri, Neha. "Kunal Jaisingh to join the cast of Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye; will be paired opposite Gracy Goswami". The Times of India. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh to play the lead in Colors TV's Muskurane Ki Wajah Tum Ho". ABP News Live. 24 April 2022. Retrieved 11 September 2022.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh confirms Muskurane Ki Vajah Tum Ho going off-air in September; says, I'm wrapping up my shoots". The Times of India. Retrieved 30 August 2022.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh replaces Mohit Kumar in Durga Aur Charu: I'm absolutely thrilled for the show". The Tribune India. Retrieved 19 February 2023.
- ^ "Ishqbaaz actor Kunal Jaisingh on why he kept his relationship under wraps for 5 years". India Today. Retrieved 26 February 2020.
- ^ "Ishqbaaz actor Kunal Jaisingh tied the knot with actress Bharati Kumar. Check out inside pics". India Today. Retrieved 21 December 2018.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh: I don't care where I am and what I am doing, it's home for me if Bharati is around". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 January 2021.
- ^ "Ishqbaaz and Dil Bole Oberoi will be merging, both shows need each other: Producer Gul Khan". Pinkvilla. 30 June 2017. Archived from the original on 31 March 2019. Retrieved 9 July 2017.
- ^ "Aneri Vajani to pair opposite Kunal Jaisingh for Ekta Kapoor's next". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 September 2020.
- ^ "Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye stars Kunal Jaisingh and Gracy Goswami share fun moments on the sets". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 13 August 2021.
- ^ "Kunal Jaisingh and Tanvi Malhara roped in for 'Muskuraane Ki Wajah Tum Ho'". The Times of India. 1 May 2022. Retrieved 11 June 2022.
- ^ "Watch: Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka 2's promo, introduces promising star cast". India Today. Retrieved 29 November 2021.
- ^ "Boondhe Baarish Ki - Akhil Sachdeva ft. Kunal Jaisingh and Shubhi Srivastava". Zee Music - YouTube. Retrieved 27 January 2024.
- ^ "ITA Awards 2017 winners list: Jennifer Winget, Vivian Dsena and Nakuul Mehta take home the trophies". The Indian Express. 7 November 2017. Retrieved 12 September 2019.
- ^ "10th BOROPLUS GOLD AWARDS, WINNERS 2017". Gold Awards. Archived from the original on 5 October 2017. Retrieved 28 August 2018.
- ^ "Gold Awards 2018 - Complete Winners List". The Indian Express. Retrieved 26 September 2019.
- ^ "Indian Telly Awards 2019: Complete list of winners". The Indian Express. Retrieved 28 September 2020.
- ^ "Gold Awards 2019 Winners List: Shivangi Joshi, Mohsin Khan, Surbhi Chandna, Hina Khan and others win big". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 26 December 2019.
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