Karan Tacker (born 11 May 1986) is an Indian actor, model and host known for his portrayal of Viren Singh Vadhera in

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's '' Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai'' and Farooq Ali in

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's '' Special OPS''. In 2014, he participated in

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's '' Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7''.

Early life

His family is from

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. He acquired a degree in

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before joining the television space.

Career

He first appeared in the film ''Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi'' in a short role in 2008. He then got his debut role in television show ''Love Ne Mila Di Jodi'' playing the lead role of Sameer which aired on

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. Karan then appeared in television show '' Rang Badalti Odhani'' (2010) as Shaantanu Khandelwal. He then played the lead role in

popular show '' Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai'' (2011) as Viren Singh Vadhera. The show aired last on 13 September 2013. Karan participated in the popular dance reality show ''

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'' in the 7th Season of the show along with his dance partner Bhavna and was declared first runner up of the show in 2014. Karan has also hosted ''Halla Bol'' on

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(2014) and ''

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'' (2015) that aired on &TV. Karan has also hosted many award shows and events. Karan has appeared in advertisements also. In 2017, Tacker hosted the dance couple reality show ''

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'' in its ninth season.

Filmography

Television

Web series

Awards and nominations

References

External links

* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Tacker, Karan Indian male television actors Living people 1986 births