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Maniesh Paul
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![]() Paul at the Indian Television Academy Awards in 2012
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Nationality | Indian |
Occupation | |
Years active | 2005–present |
Spouse(s) |
Sanyukta Paul
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Children | 2 |
Maniesh Paul (born on August 3, 1981) is a famous Indian actor, TV host, model, and singer. He started his career as a radio host (RJ) and video host (VJ). Later, he became an actor, then a stand-up comedian, and finally a very popular TV host.
Maniesh is known as one of the best TV hosts of his time. People love him because he is charming, can do many different things, and has a fun way of presenting shows.
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Early Life and Family Background
Maniesh Paul grew up in New Delhi, India. His family is from Punjab and was involved in the finance business.
He went to Apeejay School in Sheikh Sarai, New Delhi. After school, he studied Tourism at the College of Vocational Studies, which is part of Delhi University. Later, he moved to Mumbai and lived with his grandmother.
Maniesh Paul's Career Journey
Starting Out in Entertainment
Maniesh began his career in Delhi by hosting cultural events at schools and colleges. He then moved to Mumbai. His first big chance came in 2002 when he hosted a show called Sunday Tango on Star Plus.
He also worked as a VJ for Zee Music, playing music videos. He was also a radio host (RJ) for Radio City on their morning show called Kasakai Mumbai.
Acting Roles
Maniesh later started acting. He played a ghost in the show Ghost Bana Dost on STAR One. He also appeared in many other TV shows. Some of these include Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayengi, Zindadil, and Ssshhhh...Phir Koi Hai.
However, he didn't find acting in daily TV shows very exciting. So, he decided to stop and was even without work for eight months in 2008.
Maniesh had small roles in movies like Tees Maar Khan (2010). His first main role in a movie was as a computer expert named Mickey in Mickey Virus (2013). This movie was well-liked by many people.
Becoming a Top TV Host
After his acting roles, Maniesh became a television host and presenter. He became very well-known after hosting Saa Ree Gaa Maa Paa Chhote Ustaad. He also appeared in the comedy show Comedy Circus.
He hosted Dance India Dance Li'l Masters on Zee TV. He also took part in Star Ya Rockstar, a singing show for celebrities. Maniesh also co-hosted the dance competition Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 with Ranvir Shorey.
In 2011, Maniesh won the Best Anchor award for his work on Zee TV's Dance India Dance Li'l Masters.
Maniesh has also hosted Science of Stupid on National Geographic. He has hosted many award shows over the years. In 2018, he hosted Indian Idol 10 on Sony TV. After that, he hosted Nach Baliye 9 on Star Plus. He is currently hosting the show History Hunter on Discovery Plus.
Personal Life
Maniesh Paul is married to Sanyukta Paul. They got married in 2007. Sanyukta is from Bengal.
They first met in school and started dating in late 1998. Their families got to know each other, and they decided to get married in 2007. They have two children: a daughter born in 2011 and a son born in 2016.
Television Shows Hosted and Acted In
Year | Title | Role |
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2005/07 | Hero - Bhakti Hi Shakti Hai | Azgar |
2007 | Chhoona Hai Aasmaan | Farhaan Zaidi |
Zindadil | Host | |
2008 | Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayeng | Karan |
Khooni Saaya | Prem | |
Kaali Chudail | Prashant | |
Honeymoon Hotel | Raj | |
Guest House | Sidharth | |
Ghost Bana Dost | Ghost | |
2009 | Ghar Ghar Mein | Host |
Kuch Kook Hota Hai | Mannu | |
2010 | Dance India Dance Li'l Masters | Host |
Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar | ||
Comedy Circus Ka Jadoo | ||
Kiski Daal Galegi | ||
2011 | Pyaar Mein Twist | Amol |
Dance Ke Superstars | Host | |
Star Ya Rockstar | Contestant | |
2012 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5 | Host |
India's Got Talent | ||
2013 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6 | |
2014 | Mad In India | |
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 | ||
Science of Stupid | ||
2015 | Brain Boosters | |
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8 | ||
2016 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9 | |
Science of Stupid 3 | ||
2018 | Indian Idol | |
2019 | Nach Baliye 9 | |
Movie Masti with Manish Paul | ||
2020 | Mujhse Shaadi Karoge | |
Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs 2020 | ||
Beat The Genius | ||
2021 | India's Best Dancer 2 | |
2022 | Smart Jodi | |
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10 |
Movies Maniesh Paul Has Been In
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Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2009 | Maruti Mera Dost | Varun | Special appearance (a small role) |
2010 | Tees Maar Khan | Master India | Special appearance |
2013 | ABCD: Any Body Can Dance | Himself | Special appearance |
Mickey Virus | Mickey Arora | First main role in a Bollywood movie | |
2015 | Ranbanka | Rahul Sharma | |
2016 | Tere Bin Laden 2 | Sharma | |
2017 | Hrudayantar | Himself | Special appearance, Marathi movie |
2018 | Baa Baaa Black Sheep | Baba | |
2019 | Banjar | Jaswant | |
2022 | Jugjugg Jeeyo | Gurpreet Sharma | |
2023 | Rafuchakkar | Pawan Kumar | |
2025 | Sunny Sunskari Ki Tulsi Kumari | TBA |
Awards and Recognitions
Year | Film | Award | Category | Result |
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2023 | Jugjugg Jeeyo | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Won |
2023 | Jugjugg Jeeyo | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated |
Music He Has Released
Year | Title | Singer | Music | Lyrics | Label | |
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2018 | Harjai | Himself | Sachin Gupta | T-Series |
Events and Award Shows Hosted
Year | Event | Role | Channel |
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2008 | GR8 Awards | Host | Sony TV |
2008–2009 | Mumbai Police Show Organised by Cineyug | Host | Sony TV |
2009–2010 | Zee Rishtey Awards | Host | Zee TV |
2009–2010 | Zee Gold Awards | Host | Zee TV |
2010 | Zee Diwali Dhamaka | Host | Zee TV |
2010 | Sahara India Pariwar | Host | Star Plus |
2011 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards | Host | Star Plus |
2010 | Indian Telly Awards | Host | Colors TV |
2010 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Host | Colors TV |
2011 | Femina Miss India | Host | Sony TV |
2012 | STAR Parivaar Awards | Host | Star Plus |
2012 | Femina Miss India | Host | Sony TV |
2012 | Indian Telly Awards | Host | Colors TV |
2012 | Golden Petal Awards | Host | Colors TV |
2012 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards | Host | Star Plus |
2021 | Opening Ceremony of International Film Festival of India | Host | DD India and DD National |
2022 | Femina Miss India | Host | Colors TV |