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Karan Veer Mehra Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth28 December 1978

Age46 Years (as of 2024)

BirthplaceDelhi

ProfessionActor

NationalityIndian

Marital statusDivorced

SpouseSecond wife Nidhi Seth (m.2021-div.2023); first wife Devika Mehra (m.2009-div.2018)

FamilyFather - Rajeev Mehra (deceased); Mother - former Delhi Police employee; Sister - Kamsin Mehra

Karan Veer Mehra Biography

Karan Veer Mehra is an Indian actor known for television serials, films, web series and reality TV. Born in Delhi in 1978, he began in theatre, trained at,

Early life and background

Karan Veer Mehra was born on 28 December 1978 in Delhi. He spent his school years at Wynberg-Allen School in Mussoorie up to class 10 and finished his higher secondary education at Delhi Public School. He went on to graduate from Delhi College of Arts & Commerce, earning a degree in advertising and sales promotion. Mehra’s family background includes Punjabi roots; his father was Rajeev Mehra (now deceased) and his mother worked with the Delhi Police.

Mehra adopted the middle name Veer on the advice of a family elder, taking it from his grandfather’s name. He later began updating his social and official documents to reflect the change. He is a non-vegetarian and has long maintained an interest in sports and fitness.

Career

Mehra trained in acting at the Barry John Acting Studio and began his performing career on stage. He transitioned to television with his debut in the youth series Remix (2004), playing the role of Aditya, and subsequently appeared in several Hindi TV serials including Saath Rahega Always (2005), Twinkle Beauty Parlour (2008), Pari Hoon Main (2010), Pavitra Rishta (2013) and Tera Kya Hoga Aliya? (2020).

Alongside television, Mehra has worked in Hindi films. His film credits include Blood Money (2012), Mere Dad Ki Maruti (2013), Ragini MMS 2 (2014) and Badmashiyaan (2015). He has also been active in the digital space with roles in web series such as Amen (2010), It’s Not That Simple (2018), Poison 2 (2020) and Police and Crime (2021). In 2018 he both acted in and produced a YouTube series titled Couple of Mistakes for the Hott Studios channel.

Mehra has modelled in television advertisements and walked runways for fashion shows. Sports and physical activity have remained part of his public persona: he has participated in celebrity cricket tournaments like Box Cricket League and played for the All Stars Football Club. He is known to be a motorcycle enthusiast and rides with a group of celebrity bikers in Mumbai.

Public profile

Mehra’s off-screen life has been public at times. He has experienced serious injury from a 2016 road accident that resulted in a leg fracture and affected his ability to take on a film role that required him to portray a hockey player. That period was followed by struggles with depression and alcohol, from which he has credited friends for support in recovery.

His personal relationships have also been part of public discussion. He married fashion designer Devika Mehra in 2009; that marriage ended in divorce in 2018. He later married actor Nidhi Seth in January 2021; that marriage concluded in 2023. In 2023 Nidhi Seth publicly described the marriage as toxic.

Reality television has been prominent in Mehra’s recent public profile. He participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14 and emerged as the winner in 2024, receiving a trophy, a Hyundai Creta and a cash prize. He later joined Bigg Boss 18 in October 2024 as a contestant and won the show in January 2025, earning the stated cash prize for that season.

Latest updates

Mehra’s most recent high-profile appearances include winning Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14 in 2024 and then winning Bigg Boss 18 in January 2025. His Khatron Ke Khiladi victory brought a car and prize money; his Bigg Boss win included the season’s cash award. He continues to be active across television, film and digital projects while maintaining visibility through reality programming and public appearances.

Career impact and persona

Across theatre, television, film and web series, Mehra has built a diverse portfolio. He is recognized for moving between mediums—stage training, serial TV work, supporting and genre film roles, digital series production and reality TV. Publicly he presents as a fitness-oriented, sports-inclined actor with interests in biking and cricket. His openness about personal challenges has also made him a recognizable figure beyond his onscreen roles.

Editorial Review and Sources

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Recent Work

Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14

Contestant and winner; received trophy, Hyundai Creta and cash prize (2024)

2024
Bigg Boss 18

Contestant and winner; won the season in January 2025 receiving the season’s cash prize

2024-2025
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Career Highlights

  1. Debuted on TV with Remix (2004) as Aditya
  2. Appeared in TV serials including Saath Rahega Always, Pavitra Rishta and Tera Kya Hoga Aliya?
  3. Film credits include Blood Money, Mere Dad Ki Maruti, Ragini MMS 2 and Badmashiyaan
  4. Acted in web series such as It’s Not That Simple, Poison 2 and Police and Crime
  5. Produced and acted in the YouTube series Couple of Mistakes (2018)
  6. Winner of Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14 (2024) and Bigg Boss 18 (January 2025)
Reviewed by F4U Editorial Desk

F4U profile pages are prepared from public career information, checked for readability, and updated when reliable correction sources are shared with the editorial team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Karan Veer Mehra born?

Karan Veer Mehra was born on 28 December 1978.

What is Karan Veer Mehra known for?

Karan Veer Mehra is known for actor.

What is Karan Veer Mehra’s marital status?

Karan Veer Mehra's marital status is listed as Divorced.

Who is Karan Veer Mehra married to?

Karan Veer Mehra is publicly listed as married to Second wife Nidhi Seth (m.2021-div.2023); first wife Devika Mehra (m.2009-div.2018).