Quick Info
| Profession | Architect, Actor, Theatre Artist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 05/03/1986 |
| Age | 40 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Raunaq Kamdar
30/11/2025
Raunaq Kamdar expanded his creative work beyond acting by writing a Gujarati film. The report says the project happened by chance, marking a new phase in his career as he moved into screenwriting while continuing his work as an architect and actor.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Q |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 172 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Xavier's High School, Loyola Hall, Ahmedabad |
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| College/University | CEPT University (School of Architecture), Ahmedabad |
| Educational Qualification | A Degree in Architecture (2003-2009) |
Personal Life
| Ethnicity | Gujarati |
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| Food Habit | Eggitarian |
| Tattoo | Raunaq has got a tattoo inked on his back. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Netri Sheth (choreographer, dance teacher) |
Family
| Father | Alap Kamdar (architect) |
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| Mother | Kalpana Kamdar (physiotherapist) |
| Siblings | Brother: Qasheesh Kamdar (architect), Sister(s): Palna Shah (architect), Preet Pankil Shah |
Career
| Debut | Film (Gujarati): Hutututu: Aavi Ramat Ni Rutu (2016) as Guru Valjibhai, Film (Hindi): Kai Po Che! (2013), Web Series (Gujarati): Chaskela (2021) as Brijesh; streamed on Oho Gujarati, Web Series (Hindi): Happy Family: Conditions Apply (2023) as Sanjuoy Dholakia; streamed on Amazon Prime Video |
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| Theatre Career | Started acting in theatre in 2001. Directed plays including Frigyes Karinthy's The Refund. Produced plays including Ismat Apa ke Naam, Katha Collage, Pune Highway, Class of 64, and The Interview. |
| Films | Tuu to Gayo (2016), Family Circus (2018), Have Thase Baap Re (2019), Order Order Out of Order (2019), Ekvismu Tiffin (2021), Naadi Dosh (2022), Chabutro (2022), Kasoombo |
Favourites
| Co-star | Anjali Barot |
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| Style Icon | Arjun Rampal |
| Food | Sabudana Khichdi |
| Quote | "It ain't over till the fat lady sings." |
| Car | Mustang |
| Colour | Black |
| Shopping Destination | Dubai |
| Perfume | Christian Dior Fahrenheit |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/raunaqkamdar/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/raunaqkamdarofficial/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/raunaq-kamdar-7386694a |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raunaq Kamdar is a versatile artist who excels in architecture, theatre, and acting. | |
| 2. He is recognized for his role as Kunal in the 2022 Gujarati film Naadi Dosh. | |
| 3. Raunaq is primarily active in the Gujarati theatre and film industry. | |
| 4. He was raised in a middle-class household in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. | |
| 5. Since 2001, Raunaq has been passionately involved in theatre, starting with his school's theatre group. | |
| 6. During his time at CEPT University, he served as the cultural secretary. | |
| 7. To hone his acting skills, Raunaq undertook a course at the Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai post-graduation. | |
| 8. Raunaq also works as an architect at Alap Kamdar Architect, a firm owned by his father. | |
| 9. In 2013, Raunaq made his acting debut with a cameo in the Hindi film 'Kai Po Che!'. | |
| 10. He made his digital debut in 2021 with the Gujarati web series Chaskela. | |
| 11. Raunaq has displayed his acting prowess in various Gujarati films and web series. | |
| 12. He enjoys directing and producing plays apart from his acting endeavors. | |
| 13. Raunaq indulges in reading, travel, cooking, and has a keen interest in fitness. | |
| 14. Media often portrays Raunaq Kamdar as the Hrithik Roshan of Dhollywood. | |
| 15. Known for his disciplined workout routine, Raunaq follows a strict fitness regimen. | |
| 16. Raunaq has a sweet tooth and loves ice-creams and chocolates. | |
| 17. He has a passion for collecting sunglasses and boasts an extensive collection. | |
| 18. Raunaq is a pet lover and owns a cat named Pablo. | |
| 19. An ardent admirer of Jackie Shroff, Raunaq finds inspiration in the Indian actor. | |
| 20. Raunaq managed a significant weight loss transformation by altering his diet and exercise routine. | |
| 21. In a unique tidbit, Raunaq revealed number 21 as his lucky number in an interview. | |
| 22. He has been featured in prestigious lists like The Times’ 50 Most Desirable Men of India. | |
| 23. Raunaq was named 'Gujarat’s Most Desirable Man' for consecutive years in 2019 and 2020 by Ahmedabad Times. | |
| 24. He is a strong advocate of eco-friendly lifestyle and is committed to contributing towards green causes. | |
| 25. He is a pet lover and owns a cat named Pablo. | |
| 26. He is also active as an architect and partner/director at Kamdar and Associates in Ahmedabad. |