Puneesh Sharma, a multifaceted Indian personality, is known for his diverse career spanning business, investment, acting, and reality television. His journey from winning Sarkaar Ki Duniya to his notable participation in Bigg Boss 11 has garnered him significant attention.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Tuesday, December 26, 1989, in New Delhi, India, Puneesh Sharma (age 34 as of 2024) is a Capricorn. He completed his schooling at Modern School Barakhamba Road, New Delhi, and holds an M.Sc. in International Business from Sheffield Hallam University, New Delhi. Professionally, he’s a civil contractor.
Physical Appearance
* Height (approx.): 5′ 7″
* Weight (approx.): 65 kg
* Hair Colour: Black
* Eye Colour: Dark Brown
* Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 40″, Waist: 30″, Biceps: 12″
Family & Caste
Puneesh hails from a Brahmin family.
Parents & Siblings
His father, Shriniwas Sharma, is a businessman. He has a sister, Ritika Sharma.
Relationships/Affairs
Rumors of a previous marriage in 2013 and subsequent separation surfaced in 2017, along with claims about his age. Reports suggested a divorce filing.
Bandgi Kalra
His relationship with Bandgi Kalra began during Bigg Boss 11. After five years, they mutually ended their relationship in July 2023, as confirmed by Bandgi on Instagram and Puneesh in an interview, stating they remain friends.
Career
Business and Investment
Puneesh started his career at Mid State Construction in 2007. He’s a prominent Delhi investor with holdings in diverse ventures, including a chain of bars and nightclubs, and co-owns the Playboy Club in Delhi. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his diverse investment portfolio.
Television
His television journey began with winning Sarkaar Ki Duniya (2009) on Real TV, earning him a ₹1 crore prize. His participation in Bigg Boss 11 (2017) significantly boosted his fame. He also appeared in Muskaan (2018), Love Sleep Repeat (2019), and Entertainment Ki Raat (2021).
Other Work
In 2018, he and Bandgi Kalra featured in the music video for “Love Me” by Meet Bros & Khushboo Grewal.
Volume Up
In 2023, Puneesh co-founded the media production house, Volume Up, with singer Manas Abhiram, focusing initially on music videos and short films. This venture stemmed from his own experiences with challenges and setbacks in the industry, including instances of being duped by producers and replaced in projects. The first project under Volume Up was the music video for “Haara Nahi” (2023), which Puneesh starred in. The company aims to provide opportunities and fair treatment within the industry landscape.
Controversy
Issues With Bandgi Kalra In Bigg Boss
Puneesh and Bandgi’s relationship during Bigg Boss 11 generated numerous controversies. Allegations of infidelity and public displays of affection (PDA) led to criticism from the host, Salman Khan, and viewers. Rumors of a post-show live-in relationship were later denied.
Award
In 2022, Puneesh received the “Best Reality TV Star” award.
Tattoos
Puneesh has a Lord Shiva tattoo on his chest and a bird tattoo on his upper arm, the latter of which he stated he was removing in January 2022.
Facts/Trivia
* Puneesh is a well-known figure in Delhi’s social scene.
* He’s expressed disappointment with Colors TV for lack of post-Bigg Boss opportunities.
* He enjoys traveling, singing, and swimming.
* He has over 307K Instagram followers (as of March 2024).
* He and Bandgi Kalra shared custody of a pet dog, Timtim, with Bandgi retaining custody after their breakup.
