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Rajesh Kumar was born on Monday, 20 January 1975 (age 48 years; as of 2023). His zodiac sign is Aquarius. He belongs to Gaya District, Bihar. Rajesh resides in Mumbai. He did his schooling at Cambrian Hall in Dehradun. Later, he pursued his graduation at The Hindu College in Delhi and did a course in Mass Communication.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
Weight (approx.): 80 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Family
Parents & Siblings
There is not much information about his parents and siblings.
Wife & Children
In 2004, Rajesh Kumar got married to Madhavi Chopra. The couple has a son named Aahan.
Rajesh with his family
Career
Television
Rajesh Kumar made his television debut with the serial ‘Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka’ (1999) in which he played the role of ‘Rishab.’ In 2001, he appeared in five back-to-back serials including ‘Ghar Ek Mandi’ followed by ‘Kkusum,’ ‘Des Main Niklla Hoga Chand,’ ‘Shikwah,’ and ‘Kaun Apna Kaun Paraya.’ His role as ‘Rosesh Sarabhai’ in the TV series ‘Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai’ (2004) was loved by the audience.
Rajesh has appeared in many comedy serials like ‘Shararat’ (2004), ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby’ (2005), ‘Mr. & Mrs. Sharma Allahabadwale’ (2010), ‘Chintu Chinki Aur Ek Badi Si Love Story’ (2011), ‘Pritam Pyare Aur Woh’ (2014), ‘Khichri’ (2018), and ‘Excuse Me Madam’ (2020).
Poster of the serial ‘Excuse Me Madam,’ starring Rajesh Kumar
Film
Rajesh Kumar made his debut in the film ‘Men Will Be Men; in which he played the role of ‘Preet.’
Poster of the film ‘Men Will Be Men’ (2022) starring Rajesh Kumar
Later, he appeared as ‘Suketu’ in the film ‘Super Nani’ (2014).
Rajesh (2nd from right) in a still from the film ‘Super Nani’ (2014)
Rajesh made his appearance in the films like ‘Student of the Year 2’ (2019) and ‘Haddi’ (2023).
Web Series
Rajesh Kumar played his role as ‘Rajesh Bhalla’ in the serial ‘Bhalla Calling Bhalla’ (2020). Later, he acted in ‘Kota Factory Season 2’ (2021) in which he played the role of ‘Gagan Rastogi,’ and in ‘Yeh Meri Family Season 2’ in which he appeared as ‘Sanjay Awasthi.’
Poster of the web series ‘Yeh Meri Family,’ starring Rajesh Kumar
Awards
- In 2005, he won the Best Actor in a Comic Role at the Indian Telly Awards for his role in the serial “Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai” (2004).
- In 2012, he won the Best Actor in a Comic Role (Jury Award) at the Indian Telly Awards for his role in the serial “Chintu Chinki Aur Ek Badi Si Love Story” (2011).
Favourites
- Film: Once Upon A Time In Bihar (2015)