Paras Bhushan Kalnawat is an Indian actor and model in the Hindi television industry. He was born on 9th November 1996, in Bhandara, Maharashtra, India. He is best known for his role as Samar Shah in the popular show Anupamaa (2020). Recently, the actor worked in the web series Campus Beats Returns (2026).
Personal Details
| Real Name | Paras Bhushan kalnawat |
| Name in Hindi | पारस भूषण कलनावत |
| Profession (s) | Actor, Model |
| Years Active | 2016 – Present |
| Date of Birth | 9th November 1996 |
| Birthplace | Bhandara, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 30 Years (As of 2026) |
| Hometown | Bhandara, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Gymming, Writing |
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Bachelor of Commerce Degree |
| School | Sanskar Vidya Sagar, Nagpur |
| High School | Sanskar Vidya Sagar, Nagpur |
| College | Mohota Science College, Nagpur S. K Somaiya College |
| Extra Qualification | Not Known |
Family Details
| Father’s Name | Bhushan Kalnawat |
| Mother’s Name | Anita kalnawat |
| Sibling (s) | Pragati Kalnawat Sharma |
Wife/Girlfriend/Marital Status
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend/Wife Name | Not Known |
| Marriage Date | |
| Kids |
Physical Appearance & More
| Height (feet) | 6 Feet 2 Inches |
| Weight (Kilograms)((Approx) | Not Known |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | Not Known |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Hazel Grey |
Career
Paras started his career as a model in 2016. He participated in the People’s Choice Award – MaxElite Model Look India and won the Mr. Multimedia title in 2016. Later, he appeared in the acting industry.
TV Shows & Reality Shows
Paras made his acting debut with the TV show Aye Zindegi (2017), where he played the role of Dhruv. He got a breakthrough in his career when he played the role of Samar Shah in the Star Plus’s show Anupamaa (2020). He got recognition for his role as Rajveer Rudraksh Luthra in ZEE TV’s show Kundali Bhagya (2023). Later, the actor starred in a number of television shows like Meri Durga (2017), Mariam Khan – Reporting Live (2018), Kaun Hai? (2018), Laal Ishq (2019), and Parineeti (2025).
Paras also participated in the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10 (2022).
| Debut | TV show Aye Zindegi (2017) |
| Best TV Serials & Reality Shows | Meri Durga (2017) Mariam Khan – Reporting Live (2018) Kaun Hai? (2018) Laal Ishq (2019) Anupamaa (2020) Kundali Bhagya (2023) Parineeti (2025) |
| Latest TV Show | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10 (2022) |
| Latest Reality Show | Not Known |
| Upcoming TV serials & Reality Shows | Not Known |
Web Series
Paras first appeared on the OTT platform with the web series Dil Hi Toh Hai (2019), where he played the role of Shivam Noon. After that, he performed in a few web series like Ishq Aaj Kal (2019), Butterflies (2023), Ek Tha Deewana (2025), and Campus Beats Returns (2026).
| Debut | Dil Hi Toh Hai (2019) |
| Popular Web Series | Ishq Aaj Kal (2019) Butterflies (2023) Ek Tha Deewana (2025) |
| Latest Web Series | Campus Beats Returns (2026) |
| Upcoming Web Series | Not Known |
Music Videos
Paras starred in various music videos such as Tere Naal Rehna (2020), Akhaa Vich (2021), Ladki Star Hai (2021), Dil Nu Dildaar (2021), Khumariyaan (2021), Sun Yaara (2021), Tum Subah (2022), Yaar Ki Mehfil (2022), Humnashi (2022), Baadal Barse (2022), Zariya Tu (2023), Gallan Mithiyan (2023), Imaan Tu (2024), O Rangreza (2024), Dheere Dheere (2024), Meethi Boliyaan (2024), Raataan Kaali (2024), Dhadke Ye Dil (2025), Jab Se Chandhal Ba Jawani (2025), etc.
| Music Videos | Tere Naal Rehna (2020) Akhaa Vich (2021) Ladki Star Hai (2021) Dil Nu Dildaar (2021) Khumariyaan (2021) Sun Yaara (2021) Tum Subah (2022) Yaar Ki Mehfil (2022) Humnashi (2022) Baadal Barse (2022) Zariya Tu (2023) Gallan Mithiyan (2023) Imaan Tu (2024) O Rangreza (2024) Dheere Dheere (2024) Meethi Boliyaan (2024) Raataan Kaali (2024) Dhadke Ye Dil (2025) Jab Se Chandhal Ba Jawani (2025) |
| Latest Music Videos | Jab Se Chandhal Ba Jawani (2025) |
| Upcoming Music Videos | Not Known |
Awards
- Likee Digital Awards
- International Iconic Awards
- Zee Rishtey Awards
