Karan Mehra

Karan Mehra has been a solid presence in Indian television since 2008, and honestly, most people know him best as Naitik Singhania from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai—the role that basically made him a household name during its incredible seven-year run from 2009 to 2016. The guy became one of the highest-paid TV actors in the industry, and for good reason; he carried that show with charm and emotional depth that kept audiences invested. Beyond the daily soaps, he also tested the waters with Bigg Boss 10 in 2016, proving he could handle the chaos of reality TV, and showed his range with roles in films like Khatmal E Ishq (2017) and Mawaan Thandiyan Chawan (2021). What's cool about Karan is that he's never just stuck to acting—he's also worked as a model and fashion designer, which shows he's got an eye for style and isn't afraid to diversify his brand. He brings a boy-next-door earnestness to his characters, which is probably why audiences connected with him so deeply during his YRKKH days. Though he stepped away from the TV grind in recent years, his contribution to Indian television is solid, and he remains one of those actors who defined the golden era of Hindi serials when they actually commanded viewership and cultural conversations.