Gauhar Khan is an Indian Model, Actress, and Dancer. She was born on 23 August 1983, in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Gauhar Khan started her career as a model. After pursuing modeling, she made her acting debut with Yash Raj Film’s Rocket Singh: Salesman of The Year (2009). She is best known for this film. She has appeared in many films such as Game (2011), Ishaqzaade (2012), Fever (2016), Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017), and the Indian period drama Begum Jaan (2017).
She has featured in many songs like Naa Pere Kanchan Mala (Shankar Dada M.B.B.S), Nasha Nasha (Aan: Men At Work), Parda Parda (Once Upon a Time in Mumbai), Jhalla Walla and Chokra Jawaan (Ishaqzaade). In 2013, she participated in Bigg Boss 7 and emerged as the winner. She has also appeared in various TV commercials like- Bajaj Auto, Opel Car, Ford Ikon and Tanishq Adornments.
In November 2020, she got engaged to actor Zaid Darbar. She is 5 years older than him. In the same year the couple got married on 25 December 2020.
Name | Gauhar Khan |
Real name | Gauhar Zafar Khan |
Nickname | Gauhar |
Date of birth | 23 August 1983 |
Birthplace | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
Age (as in 2021) | 38 years old |
Zodiac sign | Virgo |
Profession | Actress and Model |
Known for | Winning Bigg Boss 7 |
Nationality | Indian |
Religion | Islam |
Caste | N/A |
Ethnicity | Asian (Indian) |
Sexuality | Straight |
Current city | Mumbai |
Hometown | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
Hobbies | Watching theatre plays |
Years active | 2003- present |

Gauhar Khan Career –
Quick Tour
- Gauhar Khan started her career as a model, she had modeled for brands like Bajaj Auto, Ford Ikon, Tanishq Jewellery and more.
- In 2002, at the age of 18, Gauhar Khan participated in the Femina Miss India contest where she came fourth and won the Miss Talented title.
- Gauhar Khan had also appeared in many music videos like “Hawa Mein Udati Jaaye” by Bombay Vikings.
- She first came into the limelight with her sizzling item song called Nasha (2004).
- She began her television career by anchoring a show on Zoom TV called Page 3.
- In 2009, she participated in the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 3 and was the first runner-up.
- Khan made her acting debut with Yash Raj Films ‘Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009).
- In 2013, she participated in Bigg Boss 7 and emerged as the winner.
- In May 2014, Khan participated in Colors TV’s stunt show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi season 5 along with Kausal Tandon.
- In September 2014, she hosted Star plus singing reality shows India’s Raw Star.
- She also debuted in Punjabi film with the film titled Oh Yaara Ainvayi Ainvayi Lut Gaye (2015).
- In 2019, Khan appeared in the Indian version of The Office, an adaptation of the hit BBC series of the same name. The show was released on the streaming service Hotstar on June 28, 2019.
- In 2021, Khan played the role of Maithili Sharan in the Amazon web series Tandav.
- She also appeared in numerous films such as Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Ishaqzaade (2012), Game (2011), Fever (2016), Badrinath ki Dulhania (2017) and the Indian period drama Begum Jaan (2017).

Gauhar Khan Television List –
- Bitches & Beauty Queens: The Making of Miss India (herself), in 2002.
- Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa season 3 (contestant), in 2009.
- The Khan sisters (herself), in 2011.
- Bigg Boss 7 (contestant), in 2013.
- Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi (contestant), in 2014.
- India’s Raw Star (Host), in 2014.
- Bigg Boss 8 (guest), in 2014.
- Comedy nights with Kapil (guest), in 2015.
- I Can Do That (contestant), in 2015.
- The Kapil Sharma Show (guest), in 2016.
- Naagin 1 (guest), in 2016.
- Bigg Boss 10 (guest), in 2016.
- Bigg Boss 11 (guest), in 2017.
- Bigg Boss 12 (guest), in 2018.
- Shakti : Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki (guest), in 2018.
- Naagin 3 (guest), in 2018.
- Gathbandhan (guest), in 2019.
- The Office (Riya Pahwa), in 2019.
Gauhar Khan Movie List –
- Aan: Men at Work
- Shankar Dada M.B.B.S
- Rocket Singh: Salesman of The Year
- Once Upon a Time in Mumbai
- Game
- Ishaqzaade
- Oh Yaara Ainvayi Ainvayi Lut Gaya
- Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3
- Fever
- Guddu
- Badrinath ki Dulhania
- Begum Jaan
- Tera Intezaar
- Nine Hours in Mumbai
Gauhar Khan Family Background –
Gauhar Khan was born on 23 August 1983, in Pune, Maharashtra. Her father’s name is Zafar Khan and mother’s name is Razia Zafar. Her elder sister’s name is Nigaar Khan and Kausar Khan. Overall, she is the youngest of 5 siblings.
Father | Zafar Khan |
Mother | Razia Zafar |
Siblings | Nigaar Khan (elder) actress and model, Kausar Khan (elder) spa owner. Overall, She is the youngest of 5 siblings. |

Gauhar Khan Marital status/ Relationship and More –
The marital status of Gauhar Khan is Married. Gauhar Khan got engaged to producer and director Sajid Khan in 2003, but later they separated ways and stopped their relationship. In 2013, Khan was in a relationship with actor and fellow contestant of Bigg Boss, Kausal Tandon, but later they split.
In November 2020, Gauhar announced her engagement to actor Zaid Darbar who is the son of music composer Ismail Darbar. She is 5 years older than him. In the same year on 25 December, the couple got married.
Marital status | Married |
Affairs/ Boyfriends | Nihar Pandya, Kausal Tandon (actor) (2013-2014), Sahil Peerzada (businessman) (2011-2013), Sajid Khan (2003) |
Ex- Fiance | Sajid Khan (Director, engaged in 2003) |
Husband/ Spouse | Zaid Darbar |
Marriage Date | 25 December 2020 |

Gauhar Khan Height/ Weight & Physical State –
The height of Gauhar Khan is 5 feet 7 inches and the body weight is around 57 kg. The full body measurement of Gauhar Khan is 34-26-34 inches. She has stylish Brown colour hair and also has dark brown colour sparkling star-like eyes.
Height | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
Weight | 57 kg (121 lbs) |
Chest | 34 Inches |
Waist | 26 Inches |
Hips | 34 Inches |
Figure | 34-26-34 |
Body type | Slim |
Eye color | Dark Brown |
Hair color | Brown |
Gauhar Khan Educational Qualification –
She did her schooling at Mount Carmel Convent School, Pune. After that, she did her graduation from Ness Wadia College of Commerce, Pune.
School | Mount Carmel Convent School, Pune |
College | Ness Wadia College of Commerce, Pune |
Qualification | Graduate (B.com) |
Gauhar Khan’s Net worth –
The net worth of Gauhar Khan is estimated to be between $ 1.5 Million – $ 5.5 Million dollars. The source of Income is mostly from being a successful Model.
Net worth (approx) | $ 1.5 Million- $ 5.5 Million |
Source of Income | Modeling |
Gauhar Khan‘s Favourite Things –
Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan, Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan |
Favorite Actress | Susmita Sen |
Favorite Food | Chicken Biryani, Chocolate fudge, and Thai food |
Favorite TV show | Grey’s anatomy, Prison break |
Favorite music | Piano |
Favorite color | Red |
Favorite Designer | Manish Malhotra, Narendra Kumar, and Gavin Miguel |
Favorite Restaurant | The Calamari Beach Shack in Goa |
Favourite Perfume | Cartier by Mont Blanc |
Favorite Destination | London |
Some lesser-known facts about Gauhar Khan –
- Does Gauhar Khan Smoke? No
- Does Gauhar Khan Drink Alcohol? Not known
- She contested in Femina Miss India 2002 beauty contest and stood 4th there.
- She suffered mockery after her strange lip surgery, which was noticed in the reality show The Khan sisters.
- In 2009, she participated in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 3 and was the 1st runner up.
- She was won the Bigg Boss 7 in 2013 and was additionally paid 6 lakh (INR) every week.
- She has a Persian cat, Furry.
- In a reality show India’s Raw Star, she got slapped by an audience named Mohammad Akil Malik due to wearing short dress.
Gauhar Khan Social Media Profile
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— Gauahar Khan (@GAUAHAR_KHAN) May 4, 2021