Karan Oberoi (born September 26, 1987) also known by the acronym KO (pronounced as “Kay-oh”) is an Indian model and actor from Mumbai, India. He is one of the leading male models, popular personalities and actors in the Bollywood film industry. He got huge popularity due to his physique since he got into the modeling business.
Even though the industry is dominated by really slim and skinny models, Karan was able to make a mark in the Indian fashion industry due to her unconventional looks, rugged style, killer attitude and body.
The fact that it was rarer to find a role model like KO, especially in a country like India where most men look the same, while his offbeat personality was able to carve out a niche for himself. Oberoi has walked the ramp for famous designers and many commercial brands as well.
Along with fashion, she has also been involved in the fitness industry. As a result, he graced the covers of men’s fitness brand magazines.
She has walked the ramp at over 300 fashion shows around the world. Oberoi has also worked alongside India’s leading fashion designers and photographers.
Karan also gained significant fame in the past when he was featured on the cover of Men’s Health magazine with Russian supermodel Alena and received endorsements from trademarks such as Royal Enfield bicycles, Reebok India, Timex digital campaign and Isuzu Car. everything and has rightly earned the label of ‘Top-model’.
Apart from being a top model, he is also a social media sensation and is also one of the most famous models on social media till date. As for his film career, he learned his acting skills at the “Actor Prepares” acting school along with modeling projects from him.
In addition, Oberoi also acted in plays and dramatic shows while attending college. She has already been a part of many short films and wants to make a big debut as a negative lead in Bollywood if he gets the chance.
Early years, parents, siblings and childhood
Model Karan Oberoi was born in the Indian capital city of New Delhi to an upper-middle-class Sikh family. She was born to father Shri GS Oberoi, her father used to work in a senior management position in one of the reputed Banks of India.
His mother, Ruby Oberoi, is a Senior Lecturer in Hindi Literature at MSC (Delhi University). Karan has a younger brother, his name is Ishween Sahiba. Her sister has done an MBA and is doing very well in life.
His first job was as a graphic designer as an expert in logos and graphic media, with the popular advertising agency Gray India, after completing his graduation and MBA. Oberoi completed his B.com(H) graduation from one of DU’s top business schools.
After completing his graduation, he completed his Masters in Media and Journalism followed by an MBA in International Business (Marketing) from Amity International Business School, which is located in Noida.
Some interesting details about Karan Oberoi ( Indian model)
- Karan was selected as a “World Peace Messenger” by the United Nations on June 16, 2018 after winning the Youth Icon Award.
- At the Global Awards at the ITC Hotel, Mumbai, KO also awarded the title “Youth Icon” of the year on April 7, 2018.
- Model Oberoi also encourages young people to focus on their careers through their videos and news articles.
- KO was also voted India’s leading fitness model by the popular Hindustan Times lifestyle magazine Brunch in the best models list due to her popularity.
- He won the titles of ‘fantastic physique’ and ‘Mr. Photogenic face’ at the international modeling event Mr. India.
- Filmfare magazine honored KO as the “sexiest man” in the world.
Lifestyle AND BIOGRAPHY
Real birth name : Karan Oberoi.
Other stage names : KO or KO
Profession : Model and Actor.
Famous For : His physique and style.
Date of birth (date of birth) : September 26, 1987 (age 32 years).
Place of birth : New Delhi.
Nationality : Indian.
Sexuality : Straight
Gender : Male.
Caste : Punjabi.
Religion : Sikh.
Zodiac sign : Libra.
Present location of the house : Bandra (West) Bombay.
Social media profiles :
Instagram : Instagram.com/thekaranoberoi
Facebook : facebook.com/thekaranoberoiofficial
Physical stats and more
Height : 6 feet 0 inches (1.83 m).
Weight : 85 kg (187 lbs).
Eye color : Dark brown.
Hair : Black.
Skin : Fair color.
Body measurements : 46-32-38 (chest-waist-hips).
Shoe Size : UK 11 and US 12.
Tattoo details : Permanent tattoos are NOT made, only temporary.
Education
Higher Qualification : Post Graduation, MBA (Master of Business Administration) in International Business.
Alma mater : SGGS College of Commerce (Delhi University) and Amity International Business School (Noida).
Family
Father : GSOberoi.
Mom : Ruby Oberoi.
Siblings : Ishween Sahiba (younger sister).
Personal life
Marital status: single.
Girlfriend : He hasn’t dated any famous actress or model yet. (2019)
likes and hobbies
Favorite Actor : Al Pacino.
Singer : Bryan Adams, Michael Jackson.
Food : Chinese.
Location : Dubai.
Color : White and Purple.
Book : The monk who sold his Ferrari.
I love to do : go shopping and travel.
Hobbies : Reading books and playing sports.
Hometown : New Delhi.
Current City : Bombay (Bandra West).
Official website : www.karanoberoiKO.com
money factor
Equity : Rs. 20 CRORES INR (as of November 2019). One of the highest paid models in India.
Trivia
- In addition to being a top model, KO leads a simple and highly disciplined life.
- Karan Oberoi is a spiritual man and believes in destiny and hard work.
- He is ambitious at the same time that he does not believe in taking shortcuts to reach heights in life.
- The 32-year-old model isn’t much of a party person and doesn’t like to drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes.