Karishma Kotak (born 26 May 1982) is a British-Indian model, actress and television presenter. She is known for her modelling work, appearances in Indian films, participation in the sixth season of the reality television show Bigg Boss and her work as a sports presenter, particularly in cricket broadcasting.

Born and raised in London, England, Kotak began modelling during her teenage years. She later moved to India to pursue opportunities in the entertainment and fashion industries. Her appearance in the Kingfisher Calendar helped establish her profile in Indian modelling. She subsequently worked in television commercials, fashion publications, films and music videos.

Kotak gained wider recognition in India after participating in Bigg Boss 6 in 2012. She later became a familiar face in cricket broadcasting through her association with the Indian Premier League (IPL) and several other domestic and international sporting competitions. Her acting credits include Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007), In Ghost House Inn (2010), Mr Joe B. Carvalho (2014), Luckhnowi Ishq (2015), Kaptaan (2016), Freaky Ali (2016), Mister Mummy (2022) and IRaH (2024).

Early Life and Family Background

Karishma Kotak was born on 26 May 1982 in London, England. She comes from a family of Indian Gujarati descent. Her father is of Gujarati origin, while her mother has East African roots.

Kotak grew up in London and spent part of her childhood in India, including attending boarding school. Her younger brother is named Sunny Kotak.

Growing up between different cultural environments gave her experience of both British and Indian lifestyles. Although she was raised in the United Kingdom, she developed an interest in the Indian entertainment industry and eventually decided to pursue a career in India.

In an interview with The Times of India, Kotak explained that she moved to India at the age of 21 to pursue her ambition of becoming an actress. She initially had limited professional connections in Mumbai and had to establish herself through auditions and modelling assignments.

Education

Karishma Kotak pursued higher education in Advertising and Marketing and reportedly earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in the subject.

Before establishing herself in the entertainment industry, she had considered other career possibilities, including teaching and public relations.

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In an April 2018 interview with Hindustan Times, Kotak discussed her early career ambitions and explained that she had initially planned to pursue modelling for a limited period before her professional opportunities expanded.

Her educational background in advertising and marketing also provided an understanding of brand communication, media and commercial presentation.

Karishma Kotak Biography Height Weight Age Boyfriend & More

Bio
Real Name	Karishma Kotak
Nickname	Karishma
Profession	Actress, Model and Anchor
Physical Stats & More
Height	in centimeters- 170 cm in meters- 1.70 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 7″
Weight	in Kilograms- 55 Kg in Pounds- 121 lbs
Figure Measurements	34-25-35
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Brown
Personal Life
Date of Birth	26 May 1982
Age (as in 2026)	44 Years
Birth Place	North West London, England
Zodiac sign/Sun sign	Gemini
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	North West London, England
School	Boarding School
College	Not Known
Educational Qualifications	Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Marketing
Debut	Debut Film : Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007) Debut TV : The Karisma Show (2005)
Family	Father– Not Known Mother– Not Known Sister– Not Known Brother– Sunny Kotak (Younger)
Religion	Hindu
Hobbies	Gymming
Controversies	Not Known
Favourite Things
Favourite Food	Not Known
Favourite Actor	Ranbir Kapoor, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Hugh Laurie
Favourite Actress	Kim Kardashian
Favourite Film	The Wolf of Wall Street
Favourite Musician	Lana Del Rey and Raghav
Favourite Destination	London and Barcelona
Boys, Affairs and More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Affairs/Boyfriends	Niketan Madhok (Model) Vishal Karwal (Actor) Karan Wahi (Actor)
Husband	N/A
Money Factor
Salary	Not Known
Net Worth	Not Known

Modelling Career

Beginning of Modelling

Karishma Kotak began modelling at approximately 16 years of age in the United Kingdom. Her early assignments included appearances in magazines and fashion-related projects.

She worked with several fashion and lifestyle publications, including Just Seventeen, Asian Woman and Asiana. She also participated in modelling assignments associated with international fashion brands.

Her early experience in the British modelling industry helped her develop confidence in front of the camera and gain professional exposure.

Move to India

In October 2005, Kotak moved to India to explore opportunities in modelling and entertainment.

Moving from London to Mumbai represented an important stage in her career. She had to establish professional relationships and compete for assignments in a new market.

In an interview with The Times of India, she recalled that fashion photographer Atul Kasbekar played an important role in introducing her to opportunities in the Indian modelling industry.

Kingfisher Calendar

One of Kotak’s most recognised modelling projects was her association with the Kingfisher Calendar.

Her appearance in the calendar helped increase her visibility in India and introduced her to a wider audience in the fashion and entertainment industries.

The Kingfisher Calendar was known for featuring models and fashion photography in prominent international locations. Being selected for the project represented an important professional opportunity for Kotak.

Following her appearance, she received further modelling and commercial assignments.

Commercial Advertisements and Fashion Publications

Kotak appeared in advertisements for several consumer and lifestyle brands. Published biographical profiles associate her with campaigns for brands such as Dove, Pond’s, Wella, Titan and Tanishq.

She also appeared in fashion and lifestyle magazines, including Maxim, FHM, Marie Claire, L’Officiel and Hello!.

Her modelling career helped establish the public profile that later supported her transition into acting and television presenting.

Acting Career

Film Debut: Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007)

Karishma Kotak made her acting debut with the Telugu-language comedy film Shankar Dada Zindabad, released in 2007.

Directed by Prabhu Deva, the film starred Chiranjeevi in the lead role. Kotak portrayed Jahnavi.

The film was a Telugu remake of the Hindi movie Lage Raho Munna Bhai. Her appearance marked her entry into the Indian film industry and provided an opportunity to work alongside established actors.

In a subsequent interview with The Times of India, Kotak recalled the experience of working on the film and learning Telugu dialogues for her role.

In Ghost House Inn (2010)

In 2010, Kotak appeared in the Malayalam horror comedy film In Ghost House Inn, directed by Lal.

The film featured a story involving a group of characters encountering supernatural events in a haunted house. Kotak played Dorothy Fernandez in a guest appearance.

The project expanded her experience beyond Telugu cinema and introduced her to another regional film industry.

Mr Joe B. Carvalho (2014)

Kotak appeared in the Hindi comedy film Mr Joe B. Carvalho, released in 2014.

The film starred Arshad Warsi and Soha Ali Khan and was directed by Samir Tewari.

Kotak played Neena Khurana. The film followed a detective-style comedy narrative involving mistaken identities and a series of unusual events.

Her appearance marked another significant Hindi-language film credit.

Luckhnowi Ishq (2015)

In 2015, Kotak appeared in the Hindi romantic drama Luckhnowi Ishq, directed by Aanand Raut.

She played Sunaina in the film, which explored romantic relationships and emotional conflicts.

The project added another lead-role credit to her filmography.

Kaptaan (2016)

Kotak appeared in the Punjabi film Kaptaan, released in 2016.

The film starred Gippy Grewal and featured a story combining comedy, drama and crime-related elements.

Kotak played Sam. Her participation represented another step in her work across different regional film industries.

Freaky Ali (2016)

One of Kotak’s notable Hindi film appearances was in Freaky Ali, released in 2016.

Directed by Sohail Khan, the sports comedy film starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead role, alongside Amy Jackson and Arbaaz Khan.

Kotak played Aditi. The film followed the story of a man who unexpectedly discovers his talent for golf and enters a professional sporting environment.

In an April 2018 interview with Hindustan Times, Kotak described her experience in the film and discussed her interest in continuing television presenting alongside acting.

Mister Mummy (2022)

Kotak appeared in the Hindi comedy-drama film Mister Mummy, released in 2022.

The film starred Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh. It explored an unusual pregnancy-related storyline involving a married couple.

Kotak played Pushpa in the film.

IRaH (2024)

In 2024, Kotak appeared in the Hindi-language film IRaH – The Immortality App.

The film explored themes related to artificial intelligence, digital technology and the relationship between human identity and virtual environments.

Kotak played Jasima. The project represented another addition to her filmography and involved a contemporary technology-focused storyline.

Shlok: The Desi Sherlock (2025–2026)

In November 2025, Hindustan Times reported that Kotak was returning to the screen in the thriller Shlok: The Desi Sherlock, alongside Bobby Deol and Rahul Bose.

In the interview, she described the film as a Hindi interpretation of a Sherlock Holmes-style investigative story. She also expressed excitement about sharing screen space with Bobby Deol.

The project was described as a significant return to acting after a period in which she had concentrated on sports presenting.

The film’s final release date and current availability should be checked against official production and distribution announcements.

Television Career

Bigg Boss 6 (2012–2013)

Karishma Kotak became widely recognised among Indian television audiences after participating in the sixth season of Bigg Boss.

The reality television programme premiered in October 2012 on Colors TV and was hosted by Salman Khan.

The format placed contestants in a shared house under continuous camera surveillance. Participants competed in tasks, formed alliances and faced weekly elimination rounds.

Kotak entered the programme as a contestant and became one of the housemates during the season.

Her appearance brought her considerable attention in India and helped expand her public profile beyond modelling.

In a March 2013 interview with The Times of India, she described Bigg Boss as an experience that significantly changed her professional life.

The programme also helped her receive new opportunities in television presenting and entertainment.

Other Television Programmes

Apart from Bigg Boss, Kotak worked on several television programmes as a presenter.

Her television-related projects included:

• The Karisma Show
• Spa Diaries
• It’s In
• Naacho Rrey
• Darr Sabko Lagta Hai
• Mazaak Mazaak Mein
• Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11

She also presented entertainment-related events and award ceremonies, including the International Indian Film Academy Awards.

Her television work demonstrated her ability to communicate with audiences in different entertainment formats.

Sports Presenting Career

Entry into Cricket Broadcasting

Sports presenting became one of the most important parts of Karishma Kotak’s professional career.

Following her appearance in Bigg Boss 6, she received opportunities to work as a presenter for cricket-related television programmes.

Her work with the Indian Premier League helped establish her as a recognisable female sports presenter.

She became associated with Extraaa Innings T20, the cricket presentation programme covering the IPL.

The programme featured match analysis, interviews, discussions and entertainment segments surrounding the tournament.

Indian Premier League (IPL)

Kotak presented coverage associated with the sixth season of the Indian Premier League in 2013.

Her work involved interacting with players, conducting interviews and participating in match-related discussions.

The IPL provided her with an opportunity to work in live sports broadcasting and develop skills in presenting under time pressure.

In an April 2018 interview with Hindustan Times, she explained that television presenting was particularly enjoyable for her because of the energy of live sporting events and the atmosphere inside stadiums.

International and Domestic Cricket Tournaments

Following her IPL work, Kotak presented several other cricket competitions.

Her sports broadcasting assignments included:

• Indian Premier League (2013)
• Karnataka Premier League
• Asian Premier League
• Tamil Nadu Premier League
• Mumbai Premier League
• Bangladesh Premier League
• Cricket World Cup coverage (2019)
• T10 League
• Bangabandhu Cup (2020)
• Global T20 Canada (2023)

She worked with different sports broadcasting platforms, including Sony SIX and other regional and international broadcasters.

Her assignments across India and international cricket competitions helped establish her as a presenter with experience in different sporting environments.

Bangladesh Premier League

Kotak also worked as a presenter for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

Her association with the tournament brought her to Bangladesh’s cricket broadcasting audience.

The BPL is one of the country’s major professional T20 cricket competitions and attracts international players and viewers.

Her work in the tournament demonstrated the international reach of her sports presenting career.

Global T20 Canada

In 2023, Kotak was associated with the Global T20 Canada tournament as a sports presenter.

The competition features international and regional cricket players and has attracted audiences from different cricket-playing countries.

Her work in the tournament further expanded her international broadcasting experience.

Views on Women in Sports Broadcasting

In a November 2025 interview with Hindustan Times, Kotak discussed the increasing acceptance of women in sports presenting.

She expressed pride in the opportunities available to female presenters while also highlighting the continuing gender pay gap in sports broadcasting.

She noted that women in sports media often work comparable hours and carry similar responsibilities to their male counterparts, despite differences in compensation.

Her comments reflected broader discussions about gender equality and professional opportunities in sports media.

Personal Life

Family Background

Kotak was born into a family of Indian Gujarati descent in London. Her father has Gujarati roots, while her mother is of East African origin.

She has a younger brother named Sunny Kotak.

In interviews, she has spoken about the emotional challenges of leaving her family and friends in London when she moved to India to pursue her professional ambitions.

She has described her connection to both the United Kingdom and India as an important part of her personal identity.

Relationship and Marriage

Karishma Kotak has generally kept her personal relationships relatively private.

In August 2025, she attracted widespread attention after Harshit Tomar, co-owner of the World Championship of Legends, made a surprise marriage proposal to her during a live post-match broadcast following the WCL 2025 final at Edgbaston.

Kotak was conducting an interview with Tomar when he unexpectedly expressed his intention to propose to her.

The moment attracted considerable attention on social media and was covered by several Indian entertainment publications, including Hindustan Times and The Economic Times.

The public proposal generated speculation about their relationship. However, a live television proposal should not be treated as confirmation of a marriage or a legally established marital relationship.

As of the publication of this biography, no confirmed marriage details are established by the sources cited here.

Public Image and Social Media

Kotak has developed a professional identity across modelling, acting and sports broadcasting.

Her career has involved working in different entertainment environments, including fashion photography, film production, reality television and live sports coverage.

She is particularly recognised among cricket audiences for her presenting work during the IPL and other international tournaments.

Her social media presence includes professional photographs, travel updates, sports-related content, fashion appearances and announcements about her entertainment projects.

Official Website: https://karishmakotak.com/

Instagram: Search for her verified account under the name Karishma Kotak.

Social media account information can change, so readers should verify the authenticity of profiles before following them.

Filmography

The following table lists selected films associated with Karishma Kotak.

Year	Film	Language	Role
2007	Shankar Dada Zindabad	Telugu	Jahnavi
2010	In Ghost House Inn	Malayalam	Dorothy Fernandez
2014	Mr Joe B. Carvalho	Hindi	Neena Khurana
2015	Luckhnowi Ishq	Hindi	Sunaina
2016	Kaptaan	Punjabi	Sam
2016	Freaky Ali	Hindi	Aditi
2019	Bedhab	Hindi	Anya
2022	Mister Mummy	Hindi	Pushpa
2024	IRaH	Hindi	Jasima
2025–2026	Shlok: The Desi Sherlock	Hindi	Role to be verified

The filmography is selective. Release years and character credits should be checked against official production records.

Television and Reality Shows

Year	Programme	Role / Association
2008	Spa Diaries	Presenter
2010	Naacho Rrey	Contestant
2012–2013	Bigg Boss 6	Contestant
2013	IIFA Awards	Presenter
2013	Extraaa Innings T20	IPL Presenter
2015	Darr Sabko Lagta Hai	Actress
2016	Mazaak Mazaak Mein	Presenter
2023	Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11	Contestant

This is a selected list of television appearances and presenting assignments.

Sports Broadcasting and Hosting

Year	Tournament / Event	Role
2013	Indian Premier League	Presenter
2016–2017	Karnataka Premier League	Presenter
2017	Asian Premier League	Presenter
2018–2019	Mumbai Premier League	Presenter
2018–2019	Bangladesh Premier League	Presenter
2019	Cricket World Cup coverage	Presenter
2019	Tamil Nadu Premier League	Presenter
2020	Bangabandhu Cup	Presenter
2020	T10 League	Presenter
2023	Global T20 Canada	Presenter

The table includes selected assignments and is not a complete record of her sports broadcasting career.

Awards and Recognition

Karishma Kotak’s professional recognition has primarily come through her work in modelling, entertainment and sports broadcasting.

Her appearance in the Kingfisher Calendar helped establish her profile in Indian fashion and modelling.

Her participation in Bigg Boss 6 increased her visibility among Indian television audiences and contributed to her subsequent work in sports presenting.

Her cricket broadcasting assignments, particularly her association with the IPL and international T20 competitions, have been an important part of her career.

A complete list of independently verified individual awards was not established from the sources consulted for this biography. Specific award wins should only be added when supported by reliable records.