Rohit Saraf

Rohit Suresh Saraf, born on 8 December 1996 in Kathmandu, Nepal, is an Indian actor who has rapidly become a recognizable face in both Hindi cinema and streaming series. Raised in Delhi after his family returned from Nepal, Rohit faced early adversity when his father, Suresh Saraf, passed away when he was just twelve, prompting him to leave school after completing his 10th standard to chase his late father's unrealised dream of acting. At the age of fifteen he moved alone to Mumbai, immersing himself in the industry and beginning his career with television roles such as Channel V's teen drama Best Friends Forever?, which laid the groundwork for his later success. His film debut arrived in 2016 with Dear Zindagi, where he portrayed the younger brother of Alia Bhatt’s character, showcasing a subtle performance that hinted at his future versatility. Saraf’s breakthrough came with the 2018 Yash Raj Films comedy‑drama Hichki, starring Rani Mukerji, followed by a critically praised role in the biopic The Sky Is Pink (2019) alongside Priyanka Chopra and Zaira Wasim, earning him compliments for delivering a “rock solid performance.” In 2020 he appeared in Anurug Basu’s ensemble black comedy Ludo and debuted on Netflix with the romantic drama series Mismatched, where reviewers highlighted his “refreshingly non‑alpha hero” quality and sincere screen presence. Continuing to diversify, he ventured into Tamil cinema with Kamali From Nadukkaveri (2021) and played a pivotal part in Vikram Vedha (2022). 2024 marked his first Hindi lead role in the romantic comedy Ishq Vishk Rebound, where critics noted his charming screen presence despite mixed reviews for the film. Recognised by Forbes Asia in their 2025 30 Under 30 list and ranked 39th in The Times Most Desirable Men (2020), Rohit Saraf’s journey reflects a blend of resilience, adaptability, and growing acclaim across multiple film industries.