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Manish Paul Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 29, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth3 August 1981

Age45 Years

BirthplaceMalviya Nagar, Delhi, India

ProfessionActor, Model, Anchor, Television Host

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseSanyukta Paul

FamilySon - Yuvann; Daughter - Saisha; Father - Jagmohan Paul; Mother - Urmil Paul; Siblings - Vevek Paul, Jyoti Paul Mohan

Net worthRs. 2.5 Crore

Manish Paul Biography

Manish Paul is an Indian actor, television host and presenter known for his lively stage presence and versatility across TV, film and digital projects. Hyl

Early life and background

Manish Paul was born on 3 August 1981 in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, where he grew up in a middle-class family. He completed his schooling at Apeejay School in Delhi and went on to earn a B.A. in Tourism from the College of Vocational Studies, University of Delhi. His parents are Jagmohan Paul, an accountant, and Urmil Paul, a homemaker.

After finishing college, Paul began hosting events at schools and colleges, which helped him discover his aptitude for live performance and presenting. He later moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.

Career

Paul’s early work in Mumbai included stints in broadcasting and television. He worked as a VJ with Zee Music and served as a radio jockey on RadioCity, hosting the morning drive-time show “Kasa Kai Mumbai.” He transitioned into television acting with appearances in serials such as Chhoona Hai Aasmaan, Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayengi, Zindadil, Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai, Wheel Ghar Ghar Mein and Kahani Shuru with Love Guru.

On-screen hosting became a core part of his public identity. Paul has hosted numerous television shows and award nights, and he won recognition for his skills as an emcee, including awards such as Best Entertainer of the Year at the JustUrbane Awards and a Best Host Award for Indian Idol 10 at the Telly Awards. He was also recognized with a PTC Film Award for Rising Star Entertainer of the Year.

In film, Paul made his debut with Mickey Virus in 2013. More recently, he prepared for his first web series, Rafuchakkar, undertaking a notable physical transformation for the role. For that project he followed a planned schedule and diet, gaining about 10 kilograms to portray a middle-aged con man look and subsequently losing the weight and rebuilding muscle to play different looks required by the character. The change required tight timing: he completed the weight gain in nearly two months and then spent approximately two and a half months returning to his former shape.

Public profile

Paul is widely known for his energetic hosting style and comic timing, qualities he attributes in part to his upbringing and an ability to retain what he hears. He has hosted around 18 award nights and numerous events beyond television shows. His on-screen presence and versatility have earned him popularity across television, live events and digital platforms.

Personal life

Paul is married to Sanyukta Paul, his school-time girlfriend; the couple married after 13 years together. They have two children: a son, Yuvann, and a daughter, Saisha. Paul’s family includes a brother, Vevek Paul, and a sister, Jyoti Paul Mohan. He lists hobbies such as meditation, working out, and playing cricket and basketball. He has a star tattoo on his right wrist.

Style and interests

Manish Paul stands approximately 1.85 m (6'1") and has maintained a physique that has allowed him to take on varied looks for different projects. He names Al Pacino and actresses Katrina Kaif and Madhuri Dixit among his acting inspirations, and he cites comedians and hosts such as Bharti Singh, Amitabh Bachchan, Farooq Shaikh, Shekhar Suman and Ellen DeGeneres as influences. His favourite film is Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro.

Latest updates

In 2023 Paul completed the demanding physical preparation for Rafuchakkar, which included gaining and then shedding weight to create multiple distinct looks for his character Pawan Kumar Bawariya. The process required close coordination between diet and training over several months.

Outside work, he owns a Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4Matic, enjoys travel destinations such as Jaipur and Interlaken, and follows golf as a sport.
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Recent Work

Rafuchakkar

Web series in which Paul gained and then lost weight to portray multiple looks for his character Pawan Kumar Bawariya.

2023
Mickey Virus

Feature film debut.

2013
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Career Highlights

  1. Started as a VJ with Zee Music and as an RJ on RadioCity
  2. Acted in several television serials and hosted numerous award nights and TV shows
  3. Won Best Entertainer Of The Year at JustUrbane Awards and Best Host Award for Indian Idol 10 at the Telly Awards
  4. Prepared for and starred in the web series Rafuchakkar with significant physical transformation
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Net Worth

Rs. 2.5 Crore

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 Manish Paul born?

3 August 1981

What is Manish Paul known for?

Actor, Model, Anchor, Television Host

What is Manish Paul’s marital status?

Married

Who is Manish Paul married to?

Sanyukta Paul

What is Manish Paul’s net worth?

Rs. 2.5 Crore