Rishi Kaushik is an Indian actor who mainly works in Bengali TV shows. He started his career in acting with an Assamese film. Since then, Rishi Kaushik has become prominent in the Bengali film and television industries. He has also acted in Bangladeshi TV dramas. Rishi Kaushik has appeared in dozens of Bengali TV shows, many films, and several web shows. Keep reading to learn more about Rishi Kaushik’s wiki, wife, age, height, family, and more.
Personal Details
Rishi Kaushik was born on the 13th of September 1979 in Tezpur, Assam, India. His real name is Kamakhya Kinkar Kaushik. Rishi Kaushik is a popular actor amongst fans of Bengali TV shows and has built up a fan following even across the international border in Bangladesh.
| Real Name/ Full Name | Kamkhya Kinkar Kaushik |
| Birthplace | Tezpur, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession(s) | Model, Actor |
| Years Active | 2004 – Present |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Birthday | 13th September 1979 |
| Age | 44 years (As of 2023) |
| Hometown | Tezpur, India |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Hobby | Riding motorcycles |
Education
Rishi Kaushik completed his schooling at Tezpur Academy High School. Then he enrolled at Guwahati University and graduated with a bachelor’s in science.
| Qualification | BSc. Graduate |
| School | Tezpur Academy High School |
| High School | Tezpur Academy High School |
| College | Guwahati University |
| Extra Qualification | Not Known |
Family & Relationships
Rishi Kaushik is married to his longtime girlfriend, Debjani.
| Father Name | Not Known |
| Mother Name | Not Known |
| Children | Not Known |
| Siblings | Not Known |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Debjani Kaushik |
Height, Weight, Body Measurements & More
Rishi Kaushik stands 5 feet and 10 inches tall and weighs approximately 85 kg. His eyes and hair are both black. Rishi Kaushik’s body measurements are 47 (chest) – 36 (waist) – 18 (biceps).
| Height (feet) | 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight (Kilograms)(approx.) | 85 kg |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 47-36-18 |
| Eye’s Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Career
Rishi Kaushik started his professional career with modelling. He won the 2001 Malestorm, a beauty pageant for men in Northeast India. Rishi Kaushik was also a finalist at Mumbai’s 2001 Gladrags Mega Model Man Hunt. He then turned to act as a career and debuted in a 2004 Assamese film called Rong. Keep reading to learn more about Rishi Kaushik’s subsequent career below.
Films
Rishi Kaushik started his acting career with the 2004 Assamese film Rong. He co-starred in this film with Jatin Bora, Prastuti Parashar, and Nishita Goswami. Rishi Kaushik debuted on the Bengali big screen with the 2006 film Kranti directed by Riingo Banerjee. He shared the screen in this film with Jeet, Locket Chatterjee, and Ashish Vidyarthi. Rishi Kaushik’s first prominent role in films came to him in 2007 with the film Chander Bari directed by Tarun Majumdar. He was cast mates in this film with Ranjit Mallick, Koyel Mallick, and Soumitra Chatterjee. Rishi Kaushik has also appeared in Abohomaan (2009), Villain (2013), Maati (2018), and Ar Ekta Rupkatha (2019).
TV Shows
Rishi Kaushik debuted on the small screen with the 2005 Zee Bangla show Ekdin Pratidin. His first prominent TV role was in 2008 in the Star Jalsha show Ekhane Aakash Neel. The show was a remake of the hit Hindi TV show Sanjivani. Rishi Kaushik’s most famous role was in 2011’s Star Jalsha show Ishti Kutum directed by Saibal Banerjee. He acted in this serial opposite Ranita Das, Ankita Chakraborty, and Chandan Sen. Rishi Kaushik debuted on Bangladeshi TV in 2021 with the show Physics, Chemistry, Math directed by Rakesh Basu. He has also appeared in Mukhosh Manush (2010), Kusum Dola (2016), Kora Pakhi (2020), and Sona Roder Gaan (2022).
Telefilms
Rishi Kaushik’s first Bengali language project was the 2005 telefilm Daman. He has also featured in a special 2009 telefilm on Star Jalsha based on his show Ekhane Aakash Neel.
Web Series
Rishi Kaushik debuted in OTT in 2020 with Addatimes’s show Feluda Pherot directed by Srijit Mukherji. He co-starred in this series with Tota Roy Chowdhury, Anirban Chakrabarti, and Kalpan Mitra. Rishi Kaushik then appeared in Zee5’s 2023 series Shwetkali. His cast mates in this series included Saheb Bhattacharjee, Oindrila Sen, and Sourav Chakraborty.
| Debut | Film: Rong (2004) TV show: Ekdin Pratidin (2005) Web Series: Feluda Pherot (2020) Telefilm: Daman |
| Superhit Movies | Rong (2004), Kranti (2006), Chander Bari (2007), Abohomaan (2009), Villain (2013), Maati (2018), Ar Ekta Rupkatha (2019) |
| Popular Web Series | Feluda Pherot (2020), Shwetkali (2023) |
| Popular TV Shows | Ekdin Pratidin (2005), Ekhane Aakash Neel (2008), Mukhosh Manush (2010), Ishti Kutum (2011), Kusum Dola (2016), Kora Pakhi (2020), Sona Roder Gaan (2022) |
| TV Advertisement | Not Known |
| Music Videos | Not Known |
Awards & Achievements
- Malestorm Assam 2001 – Won.
- Gladrags Mega Model Man Hunt, Mumbai 2001 – Finalist.
Earnings & Net Worth
Rishi Kaushik charges anywhere from ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,00,000 for each TV show or web series episode. His fees for appearing in movies range from 15 lakhs to 20 lakhs INR. Rishi Kaushik’s net worth is between 3.5 crores to 6.5 crores INR.
| Salary ( approx) | ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,00,000 per episode of TV show or web series |
| Income | Not Known |
| Net Worth | 3.5 crores to 6.5 crores INR (estimated) |
| House | Not Known |
| Car | Not Known |
| Other Property | Not Known |
Facts
- Rishi Kaushik is a fitness and body-building enthusiast.
- He has a tattoo on his left arm biceps.
- Rishi Kaushik is a motorcycle enthusiast and loves to go on long rides.
- He has been active in politics since 2019 and is a member of the BJP.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rishi Kaushik’s wife?
Ans: Rishi Kaushik has married his longtime girlfriend Debjani since 2012.
What are the movies that Rishi Kaushik has appeared in?
Ans: Rishi Kaushik has appeared in Rong (2004), Kranti (2006), Chander Bari (2007), Abohomaan (2009), Villain (2013), Maati (2018), and Ar Ekta Rupkatha (2019).
What is Rishi Kaushik’s age?
Ans: Rishi Kaushik is 44 years old as of 2023.