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Praneet Bhatt
Active Bollywood Actor
- FromSrinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Based inMumbai, India.
- Age45 years
- Active2004 – present
- Updated
Praneet Bhatt Biography
Praneet Bhatt Full Information
- Full Name: Praneet Bhat (also credited as Praneet Bhatt)
- Profession: Actor, model
- Date of Birth: 26 September 1980
- Age: 45 years
- Birthplace: Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Community: Kashmiri Pandit
- Education: Engineering graduate; worked at the software company Wipro before turning to acting
- Debut: Television serial Kitni Mast Hai Zindagi (2004)
- Active Years: 2004 – present
- Known For: Role of Shakuni in Mahabharat (2013–2014)
- Television Industry: Hindi television
- Notable TV Shows: Mahabharat, Geet – Hui Sabse Parayi, Porus, Rishton Ka Chakravyuh, Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga, Baal Shiv, Vanshaj, Chand Jalne Laga, Shrimad Ramayan
- Spouse: Kanchan Sharma (married 2015)
- Current Status: Active in Hindi television
Family Background
- Community: Kashmiri Pandit family; hails from Srinagar
- Move to Mumbai: Shifted to Mumbai in 2002, aged 22, and began his career in modelling
- Spouse: Kanchan Sharma, married in 2015
Career Highlight
| Year | Show | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Kitni Mast Hai Zindagi | Television debut |
| 2007 | Dill Mill Gayye | Early role in a popular TV series |
| 2007 | Kaajjal | Played Bunty |
| 2010–2011 | Geet – Hui Sabse Parayi | Played the geeky character Aditya “Adi” |
| 2012–2013 | Suvreen Guggal – Topper of The Year | Played Jolly |
| 2013–2014 | Mahabharat | Breakthrough role as Shakuni, which brought him worldwide recognition |
| 2014 | Bigg Boss 8 | Contestant; evicted on Day 91 (21 December 2014) |
| 2017–2018 | Rishton Ka Chakravyuh | Negative role as Pujan Singh |
| 2017–2018 | Porus | Portrayed the historical figure Darius III |
| 2018–2021 | Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga | Genie of the Ring, Anguthichhaap |
| 2021 | Mere Sai | Played Madhusudan |
| 2021–2022 | Baal Shiv – Mahadev Ki Andekhi Gatha | Played Devrishi Narada |
| 2022–2023 | Dheere Dheere Se | Played Amit Shastri |
| 2023–2024 | Vanshaj | Played Yogi Singh |
| 2023–2024 | Chand Jalne Laga | Played Sartaj Sehgal on Colors TV |
| 2024–2025 | Shrimad Ramayan | Portrayed Sahastramukh Ravan |
Recent Activity
- Mythological Role: Portrayed Sahastramukh Ravan in Shrimad Ramayan (2024–2025)
- Recent TV Role: Played Sartaj Sehgal in Colors TV’s Chand Jalne Laga (October 2023 – February 2024)
- Career Focus: Continues to work primarily in Hindi mythological, historical and daily-soap television
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About Praneet Bhatt
Who is Praneet Bhatt?
Praneet Bhatt is an Indian television actor known for mythological, historical, and contemporary roles.
What is Praneet Bhatt famous for?
He is best known for his iconic role as Shakuni in the TV series Mahabharat.
When did Praneet Bhatt start his acting career?
He moved to Mumbai in 2002 to model and began his television career in 2004 with Kitni Mast Hai Zindagi.
Which TV shows has Praneet Bhatt acted in?
Notable shows include Mahabharat, Aladdin - Naam Toh Suna Hoga, Porus, Chand Jalne Laga, and Shrimad Ramayan.
Is Praneet Bhatt active on social media?
Yes, he shares updates about his roles, stage shows, and fan interactions on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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