For Karan Veer Mehra, 2024 and early 2025 (period) came with some of his biggest wins in his career. In the summer of 2024, Karan won Khatron Ke Khiladi season 14 and then entered the Bigg Boss 18 house and won the mega reality television show.
He has been active in the Indian film and television industry since 2005. However, major fame came his way in 2024 after he won two of the most-watched reality television shows in India.
Who is Karan Veer Mehra?
Karan Veer Mehra is a very famous Indian actor and reality television star, who won Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2024 and Bigg Boss (2024-25). Karan has worked in films, TV shows, reality television shows and web series.
Karan Veer Mehra Age
Delhi-born Karan Veer Mehra is 42 years old. He was born on 28 December 1982. Karan practices Hinduism and has brown ethnicity.
| Name | Karan Veer Mahra |
| Born | 28 December 1982 |
| Birth Place | New Delhi, India |
| Liniage | Punjabi Khatri |
| Age | 42 years old |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethincity | Brown |
| Professional | Actor and Reality TV star |
Physical Stats
For decades, fitness has been key for Karan Veer Mehra’s life. Gym is like Karan’s second home, which became even talk of the town during his Bigg Boss days, as he was spending a lot of time at the gym.
Karan’s height is 5 feet 10 inches. He plays five-a-side football during weekends. His body weight remains mostly at 75 kg.
| Height | 5 feet & 10 inches, 178 cm, 1.78 m |
| Weight | 75 kg, 165 lb |
| Feet Size | 9 (US) |
| Fitness | Gym, Football |
| Cosmetic Surgury | No |
| Eye | Black |
| Hair | Black |
Childhood, Parents, Siblings
Karan Veer Mehra was born and brought up in Delhi, India. Late Rajeev Mehra is the father of Karan.
His mother, with whom Karan shares a deep bond, lives in Delhi and is a retired Delhi police professional. However, he has not shared his name.
Karan grew up with his sister Kamsin Mehra. The siblings have a deep connection, something one had seen during Bigg Boss 18 and on Karan’s social media timelines.
| Father | Karan Veer Mehra |
| Mother | Ex-Delhi Police Professional |
| Sister | Kamsin Mehra (Ex-Air Hostess) |
Education
From iconic Wynberg‑Allen School in Mussoorie, Karan studied until the 10th standard. He then came back to Delhi and Delhi Public School, better known as DPS, for 11th and 12th grades. He can understand Punjabi, but is not fluent like he is in Hindi and English.
When it comes to earning a higher education degree, he joined Delhi University’s Delhi College of Arts & Commerce and earned a Bachelor’s (degree) in Advertising and Sales Promotion.
| School | Wynberg‑Allen School in Mussoorie (Until 10th grade) |
| School | Delhi Public School in Delhi (11th and 12th grade) |
| Univercity | DU | DCAC | (Bachelor’s) Advertising & Sales Promotion |
| Language | Hindi, English |
Karan Veer Mehra First Wife, Devika Mehta
In 2008, Karan Veer Mehra married Devika Mehta. He is the first wife of Karan. Devika was Karan’s childhood sweetheart. They dated for 10 years before marrying in 2009.
However, the relationship was able to last for nine years, as in 2018, they parted ways due to a change in priorities.
Karan Veer Mehra Second Wife, Devika Mehta
Keran then married for the second time in his life. Nidhi Seth became his better half in January 2021. However, the relationship did not last long as they got divorced in October 2023.
- There were then rumours of Karan being in love with Barkha Singh, but nothing realistic came out.
Relationship Status
As of 2025, Karan Veer Mehra is in a relationship with actress Chum Darang. The pair fell into a deep connection during the Big Boss season 18 in late 2024 and then confirmed the relationship on Valentine’s Day (14 February 2025).
| Relationship | Name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Wife | Devika Mehta | 2009 to 2018 |
| Second Wife | Nidhi Seth | Jan 2021 to Oct 2023 |
| Rumouer | Barkha Singh | 2024 |
| Gilfriend | Chum Darang | 2025 – Present |
Career Timeline
Karan Veer Mehra made his acting debut in 2005. Since then, he has been regular in the entertainment industry.
TV Career Timeline
2005: He made his debut with Remix, which was a popular show made for Indian youth. Karan’s character role in this television show was Aditya Sahani. In the same year, he played the role of Soham Mehta in Saath Rahega Always.
2006: It is only when Karan Veer Mehra worked on four projects.
- Rajdeep Sikand on Sati…Satya Ki Shakti
- Rockey in Twinkle Beauty Parlour Lajpat Nagar
- Kunnu in Shanno Ki Shaadi
- Karan, Kunal, Sahdev in Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai – EP 12, 32
2007: Playing the character of Sushant in Aahat for episode 5 of season 3.
2007 to 2008: Karan worked for the Virrudh TV serial as Vedant Raisinghania.
2008: In Star’s Pari Hoon Main serial, Karan was seen working as Karan Mehra.
2008 to 2009: In serial Hum Ladkiyan, Karan acted as Yuvraj Goel.
2009: For Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo, he was seen working as Ganesia Sardesai.
2010 to 2011: As Karan Rajvansh, he joined the Behenein serial.
2011: He worked in two other television serials.
- Inspector Rajhans in Surya: The Super Cop
- Bhanu Shergill in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain
2012 to 2013: It was the period when Karan was associated with the Amrit Manthan serial as Yug Prakashan Mehra.
2013 to 2014: In the famous and iconic show Pavitra Rishta, Karan played the supporting role as Naren Karmarkar.
2015: He worked as Karan Singh Gurjar in Rishton Ka Mela.
2017: Displaying the character of Rajeev Gupta, he performed in the TV serial Biwi Aur Main.
2020: It was a COVID-19-impacted year where he served as Rohit Khanna for the Carry On Alia television show.
2021 to 2022: In Ziddi Dil Maane Na, Karan played the role of Abhay Mehra.
2022 to 2023: In the television serial Woh Toh Hai Albelaa, he acted as Doctor Vikrant Desai.
2023 to 2024: Karan served as an actor for Vaibhav Joshi’s role in Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si.
2024: In the first half of the year, Karan worked in Pukaar, Dil Se Dil Tak as Gautam Rathore.
Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 – 2024
Karan Veer Mahra, at the beginning of the show, did not look like one of the favourites to win the stunt-based reality television show.
But by the later part of the Khatron Ke Khiladi season 14, Karan started to win the major battles. Hence, he was able to beat other top performers like Gashmeer Mahajani and Krishna Shroff.
Bigg Boss Season 18 (2024-25)
Karan Veer Mahra then entered the Bigg Boss house for season 18. Due to his ability to take his stand against several contestants in the house, Karan’s nature was loved by the audience, and hence, he was able to win the show ahead of Rajat Dalal with a massive social media following and popular TV actor Vivian Dsena (runner-up). Karan is one of the rare persons to win both Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi.
Film Career Timeline
Karan’s film debut came in ‘Pathan’ back in 2008.
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Pathan | —— |
| 2008 | Drona | Rajesh or Roger |
| 2009 | Aage Se Right | Rockey |
| 2011 | No One Killed Jessica | Model (Cameo) |
| 2012 | Blood Money | Inspector Bobby Kapadia |
| 2012 | Love Possible | Gaurav Jetlly |
| 2013 | Bloody Isshq | Rahul |
| 2013 | Mere Dad Ki Maruti | Raj |
| 2014 | Ragini MMS 2 | Maddy |
| 2015 | Badmashiyaan | Pinkesh Kapoor |
| 2016 | Choices | Tarun (Cameo) |
| Ongoing (2025) | Silaa (lead role) | Zehraak |
Web Series
Keran has worked in Aadat web series back in 2020 and Kehna Galat Galat in 2024.
Music Video
As an actor, Karan as worked in music videos like:
- 2010: Amen
- 2018: It’s Not That Simple
- 2019: Heartbreak Hotel, Lights Out, Sacred Games
- 2020: Poison 2
Social Media
Karan Veer Mahera is active on Instagram, Facebook and X.
- Instagram: Karan Veer Mehra has over 891k followers on Instagram. His numbers have grown a lot on Insta after winning BB.
- Facebook: Karan has a decent following on FB with over 81k followers.
- X: Koran has over 44.1k followers.
On all his social media platforms, Karan shows snippets of his family life and professional work.
Instagram: @karanveermehra
Facebook: @KaranVeerMehraOfficial
Net Worth
Karan Veer Mahra’s net worth, as of 2025, is INR 12 cr. He has earned his money from acting, reality television shows, brand deals and modelling career. Karan drives Hyundai Creta. He is a home in Delhi and has a flat in Mumbai.
Karan Veer Mahra’s Facts
- Karan Veer Mehra’s hobbies are working out, playing football and chilling out at home.
- He is a non-vegetarian.
- Karan was a very close friend of late actor Shushant Singh Rajput.
- Karan’s favourite footballer is Sachin Tendulkar.
- Karan is not much into luxury watches.
- He became friends with Chum, Shilpa Shirodkar and Digvijay Rathee during BB season 18.
- Karan is also trending as the Chum Darang boyfriend after Bigg Boss.
- Karan’s favourite holiday destination is Goa.
FAQs
Karan Veer Mehra and Chum Darang have been in a relationship since February 2025, but are not married.
Karan Veer Mahra won Bigg Boss 18 (early 2025).
Karan Veer Mehra’s mother and sister live in Delhi, but he mostly stays in Mumbai.
During weekends, Karan Veer Mahra mostly goes out in Mumbai to play football.
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