Kiran Raj
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- Actor
- model
Kannadathi (2020–23) )
Karna (2025-present)
Kiran Raj | |
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| Born | 5 July 1993 |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Works | Tu Aashiqui (2017–18) Kannadathi (2020–23) ) Karna (2025-present) |
| Website | www.kiranraj.me |
Kiran Raj (born 5 July)[1] is an Indian actor and model who works in Kannada and Hindi television and cinema. He is best known for portraying Harsha Kumar in the drama series Kannadathi (2020–2023).[2][3] As of 2025, Raj is reported to be among the highest-paid actors in Kannada television.[4][5]
As of June 2025, Raj is playing the titular character of a gynaecologist in Zee Kannada's Karna.[6][7][8] The show gained the highest TRP ratings on Kannada television in the first three weeks.[9][10]
Following the release of Ronny: The Ruler (2024), Raj received increased attention for his performance, which contributed to his growing presence in Kannada cinema. In interviews, he stated that the film marked an important phase in his career and expressed interest in exploring a wider range of roles across different genres.[11]
In 2021, Raj became the first Kannada television actor to trend on Google Search in India.[12]
In 2025, Raj garnered further attention with the teaser of his upcoming film Jockey 42.[13]
During the same period, Raj continued his work in Kannada television with Karna, which recorded high viewership ratings during its initial weeks of broadcast.[14]