Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/01/1999 |
| Age | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Redmond, Washington, USA |
Latest News about Karan Brar
09/01/2026
Karan Brar appeared in the Off-Broadway play Data at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in New York, playing Maneesh. The production ran for 11 weeks from January 9 through March 29, 2026, marking a notable stage role for him alongside a cast that included Brandon Flynn, Sophia Lillis, and Justin H. Min.
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Bio/Wiki
| Karan Brar is an American actor of Indian-American ethnicity, best known for portraying Chirag Gupta in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid film franchise and Ravi Ross on the Disney Channel series Jessie and its spin-off Bunk'd. | |
| In November 2023, he published a personal essay in Teen Vogue where he opened up about his struggles with PTSD and major depressive disorder, and publicly came out as bisexual, becoming a voice for mental health and LGBTQ+ advocacy in the entertainment industry. | |
| In 2026, he appeared in Data at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5' 5") |
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| Weight | 75 kg (165 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | Cedar Wood Elementary School, Oak Park High School, John Robert Powers and Patti Kalles workshops |
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Personal Life
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| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Hiking, and Reading |
| Tattoo | A Polaroid picture tattoo of his late friend Cameron Mica Boyce on his left arm. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Single |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Sophie Reynolds (American actress) (2016-present) |
| Living Situation | Moved in with close friends and fellow actors Cameron Boyce and Sophie Reynolds in 2019 |
Family
| Father | Jasbinder Brar |
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| Mother | Harinder Brar |
| Siblings | Sabreena Brar (elder sister) |
Career
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Favourites
| Cuisine | Thai |
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| Film | Jurassic Park |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/karanbrar/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Karan Brar is an American actor of Indian ethnicity known for Diary of a Wimpy Kid and ‘Bunk’d. | |
| 2. He studied acting at John Robert Powers and Patti Kalle’s workshops while pursuing his bachelor’s degree. | |
| 3. Karan Brar signed his first commercial when he was eight years old and later appeared in Shell Gasoline commercials. | |
| 4. He played Chirag Gupta in Diary of a Wimpy Kid, practicing with a dialect coach for the Indian accent. | |
| 5. Karan appeared in Chilly Christmas in 2012 and voiced ‘Mr. Peabody & Sherman’ in 2014. | |
| 6. In 2018, he underwent training for Pacific Rim Uprising and appeared in various films. | |
| 7. In 2011, he starred as Ravi Ross in the series “Jessie” on Disney Channel. | |
| 8. He reprised the role of Ravi Ross in the spinoff series “Bunk’d” and voiced Prince Zandar in “Sofia the First.” | |
| 9. Karan supports the Cameron Boyce Foundation and works with the ‘Thirst Project.’ | |
| 10. He is known for making amazing guacamole and had dinner with Barack and Michelle Obama in 2014. | |
| 11. Karan made an appearance in Lilly Singh’s YouTube video and advocates for diverse roles in Hollywood. | |
| 12. He adopted a cat named ‘Max’ in 2020 and is vocal about combating stereotypes in the industry. | |
| 13. Originally, the character of Ravi Ross in Jessie was written as a South American boy named Javier, but casting directors reimagined the role to fit Brar after his impressive audition. | |
| 14. In 2018, he appeared in the science fiction action film Pacific Rim Uprising. | |
| 15. He lived in the Los Angeles area with his parents and older sister before moving in with close friends and fellow actors Cameron Boyce and Sophie Reynolds in 2019. |