Gaurav Prateek is an Indian actor, who primarily works in the Hindi film and television industries. He is also an entrepreneur and brand ambassador for various brands. He is known for his role in the film Mission Raniganj (2023).
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Gaurav Prateek was born on Tuesday, 18 September 1990 in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh. His zodiac sign is Virgo.
Gaurav Prateek as a child
His school education was at Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh where the family shifted from Rewa after his father’s death. He studied engineering for a short time but discontinued to pursue his interest in acting. He has a degree in Physiology from the Bundelkhand University in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx.): 70 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Brown
Family
Gaurav Purwar, aka, Gaurav Prateek belongs to a Hindu family from Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, settled in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Parents & Siblings
Gaurav Prateek’s father’s name is Ramesh Kumar Purwar. He passed away when Gaurav was five years old.
Gaurav Prateek’s father
His mother’s name is Kiran Gupta. He has a younger sister, Swati Gupta Porwal, who is married and settled in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Gaurav Prateek with his mother and sister
Wife & Children
As of January 2024, he is unmarried.
Career
Television
Gaurav debuted in the television show Barrister Roy (2006-2007) aired on television channel, Doordarshan National (DD National). Around the same time, he appeared in the show, Salaam UP aired on ETV UP. He also appeared in the series Solhah Singaarr (2006-2008) as the character Sameer. He played a negative character in the popular series, Balika Vadhu (2008). He appeared in the television series, Adhikaar: Ek Kasam Ek Tapasya (2015), and as the character Rudhir in Rajat Rekha: The Silver Lining (2017-2018), both aired on Doordarshan National.
Gaurav Prateek in the TV series Rajat Rekha The Silver Lining
Film
Gaurav Prateek’s entry into Bollywood was with the film Pranali – The Tradition (2008).
Gaurav Prateek in the film Pranali – The Tradition
Gaurav Prateek’s debut film in Bollywood in a lead role was Rukke Padge (2010) as the character Prem.
Gaurav Prateek on the poster of the film Rukke Padge
He played the lead character named Raaj Mathur in the film Pyaar Ki Miss Call (2013). He essayed the character of Vikas Patel in the film, Hamein Haq Chahiyen Haq Se (2017).
Gaurav Prateek on the poster of the film Humein Haq Chahiye Haq Se
He played a supporting character, named Diwakar, in the film Mission Raniganj (2023) with actor Akshay Kumar.
Gaurav Prateek on the poster of the film Mission Raniganj
Web Series & Music videos
He played lead roles and prominent characters in various web series such as Ehsaas (2021) and Ishq Ek Raaz (2022).
Gaurav Prateek on the poster of the web series Ehsaas
He appeared in the music video Uff Teri Kya Baat Hai (2022) released by Hungama Play.
Gaurav Prateek in the music video Uff Teri Kya Baat Hai
Entrepreneur
Gaurav Prateek is part of the garment manufacturing business for leading brands, such as Westside, Pantaloons, Jashn, and Myntra.
Radio Jockey
In 2016, he was part of the 2B Radio Private Limited as Radio Jockey and show writer for the show, Rubaru with Gaurav Prateek.
Gaurav Prateek with his colleagues in 2B Radio
Awards
- In 2004, he received the Governor’s Award from the former governor, Vishnu Kant Sastri for theatre and cultural activities.
- In 2006, he received the Rashtrapati Award as a Rashtrapati Scout in the Bharat Scouts and Guides.
Gaurav Prateek receiving the Rashtrapati Award
Bike Collection
Gaurav Prateek has a Royal Enfield Classic 350.
Gaurav Prateek and his bike
Favourites
- Hobbies: Horse riding, singing, swimming, and social work
- Films: Veer-Zaara, Maine Pyaar Kiya, Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein, Titanic, and Notting Hill
Facts/Trivia
- Gaurav Prateek is fondly called Raja or Guddu by friends and family.
- He likes to write poems and expressed his wish to publish his literary work in the future in an interview.
- He has over 120k followers on Instagram and nearly 1k followers on his YouTube channel – Green Coffee with Gaurav Prateek
Categories: Television
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