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Karan Oberoi (Model) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 6, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth26 September 1987

Age31 Years

BirthplaceNew Delhi

ProfessionActor, Model

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyMother: Dr. Jasvinder Oberoi; Father: Late Gurvinder Singh Oberoi; Sister: Ishween Sahiba

Net worthINR 20 Crores

Karan Oberoi (Model) Biography

Karan Oberoi, commonly known as KO, is an Indian fitness and fashion model and actor from New Delhi. With a background in commerce and mass media, Oberoi's

Early life and background

Karan Oberoi was born on 26 September 1987 in New Delhi. Raised in an upper-middle-class family, he completed a B.Com (Hons) from S.G.G.S. College at Delhi University and went on to earn a PGDM in Mass Media as well as an MBA in International Business from Amity International Business School. He grew up wanting to play cricket and later developed an interest in theatre during his college years.

Before entering modelling full time, Oberoi worked as a graphic designer at Grey Worldwide. While at the advertising firm he landed his first modelling opportunity, which prompted a move to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in modelling and acting.

Career

Oberoi is recognized for working across both fitness and fashion modelling. His strong fitness focus earned him the shorthand KO, standing for both his initials and the idea of a “knockout” physique. He has maintained a strict fitness and diet regimen, including avoiding fast food for many years, and regularly trains to complement his modelling assignments.

On the runway, Oberoi has walked for prominent designers and at major Indian fashion platforms. His credits include ramp appearances for Rohit Bal, Varun Behl, Shantanu and Nikhil, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Arjun Khanna. He has participated in events such as Lakme India Fashion Week, India Couture Week, GQ Nights and Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week and has been described as having achieved supermodel status in the Indian market.

Oberoi’s brand and commercial work spans well-known labels and retail names. He has modelled for Aldo, Peter England, Jack & Jones, Lamborghini, FTV, Shoppers Stop and McDowell’s Signature. His modelling portfolio also includes editorial work and magazine covers; he has been featured on publications such as Men’s Health and Health & Nutrition.

In addition to fashion campaigns, Oberoi has collaborated with high-profile photographers including Dabboo Ratnani, Rafique Sayed, Amit Khanna, Tarunn, Suvo Das and Rahul Dutta. To hone his acting skills he attended training at Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares.

Awards and recognition have followed his work in the fitness and modelling arenas. He has received titles and honors such as Top Fitness Model by HT Brunch (2018), Youth Icon Model of the Year at the Global Leadership Awards (2018), and Best Body at Mr. India International. He has also been called Hottie of the Fortnight by Filmfare and was appointed World Peace Messenger by WPDO (United Nations).

Public profile

Oberoi’s public image emphasizes fitness, style and a disciplined lifestyle. He favors clean, tailored clothing—white shirts and blue jeans figure among his preferred looks—and lists Apple and Superdry among favorite brands. He enjoys running and reading, cites Robin Sharma’s The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari as a favorite book, and follows football and cricket, naming Cristiano Ronaldo as a favorite footballer.

Personal details that are part of his public profile include his Indian nationality and Sikh faith. He is unmarried and comes from a family that includes his mother, Dr. Jasvinder Oberoi, his late father Gurvinder Singh Oberoi, and a sister, Ishween Sahiba. Oberoi is an animal lover and keeps two pet dogs. He also often shares images and updates about his fitness work and modelling on social platforms.

Style and extras

Physically, Oberoi is listed at about 6 feet (183 cm) in height, weighing around 80 kg, with body measurements approximated at a 42-inch chest, 32-inch waist and 16.5-inch biceps. He has dark brown eyes and black hair. He collects vehicles including a Volkswagen Vento and a custom 500cc Royal Enfield, and is known to use temporary tattoos for styling.

Latest updates

Oberoi continues to work as a fitness and fashion model and retains an active presence at fashion weeks and brand campaigns. His recent recognitions in 2018 reflect a period of notable visibility across fitness and fashion media.
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Recent Work

Top Fitness Model by HT Brunch

Award recognizing his status in the fitness modelling industry

2018
Youth Icon Model of the Year

Award at the Global Leadership Awards

2018
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Career Highlights

  1. Walked ramps for designers including Rohit Bal, Varun Behl, Shantanu and Nikhil, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Arjun Khanna
  2. Featured on magazine covers such as Men’s Health and Health & Nutrition
  3. Participated in Lakme India Fashion Week, India Couture Week, GQ Nights and Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week
  4. Worked with commercial brands including Aldo, Peter England, Jack & Jones, Lamborghini, Shoppers Stop and McDowell’s Signature
  5. Awarded Top Fitness Model by HT Brunch and Youth Icon Model of the Year (2018)
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Net Worth

INR 20 Crores

Figures are editorial estimates based on publicly available reporting and may change as new information emerges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Karan Oberoi (Model) born?

26 September 1987

What is Karan Oberoi (Model) known for?

Actor, Model

What is Karan Oberoi (Model)’s marital status?

Unmarried

What is Karan Oberoi (Model)’s net worth?

INR 20 Crores