Ganesh Venkatraman is a model and actor who rose to fame after appearing on the reality show, Bigg Boss Tamil.
He won the Gladrags Mr. India pageant in 2003 and also represented India in Mr. World 2014. He is also known for his roles in films like Unnaipol Oruvan, Thani Oruvan, Thodari, 7 Naatkal, Raagala 24 Gantallo, Guns of Banaras, and Varisu. In 2024, he began playing the role of Dr. Ezhil in the Tamil-language soap Ninaithen Vandhai. So, who is Ganesh Venkatraman? Here’s everything we know about the actor.
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Ganesh Venkatraman Biography
Ganesh Venkatraman was born on the 20th of March 1980, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He’s currently 44 years old.
| Birth Name | Ganesh Venkatraman |
| Nickname | Ganesh |
| Date of Birth | March 20, 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 44 years old |
| Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Profession | Actor, Model |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethnicity | Indian/Asian |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Nish Krishnan |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
Ganesh Venkatraman Wife
Ganesh Venkatraman got engaged to actress Nisha Krishnan in February 2015, and the pair married in November 2015. They have a girl named Samaira, who was born in June 2019. Their son, Amar was born on October 3, 2023.
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 6 feet 1 inch Centimeters – 185 cm Meters – 1.85 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 85 kg Pounds – 187 lbs |
| Body Build | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Professional Statistics
Film Debut
Ganesh landed a breakthrough role in the 2006 Tamil film Abhiyum Naanum film, directed by Radha Mohan and produced by Prakash Raj Productions.
Television Debut
He made his television debut in the 2006 TV series Antariksh – Ek Amar Katha for his roles as Amar.
Brand Endorsements
He endorsed many renowned brands like LIC, Digjam Suitings, Nescafe Sunrise, Gillette, Reebok, Closeup, Aquaguard, Gabbana, Pothys, Medimix soap, etc.
Ganesh Venkatraman Favorites
- Hobbies – Dancing, Watching Movies, Adventure Sports
Ganesh Venkatraman Facts
Ganesh took up modeling while pursuing his college degree and did many modeling gigs before establishing himself as an actor in the film industry.
He started appearing in TV series and also played an important role in a Tamil serial, Mayavi, the first 3D television show.
In 2017, he appeared in the Tamil reality show, Bigg Boss as a contestant and finished third runner-up of the show.
Ganesh won the Best Debut Award for ‘Abhiyum Naanum’ from Tamil Nadigar Sangam in 2019.
In 2010, he won the Edison Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in ‘Unnai Pol Oruvan’.
He was cast in the lead role of Dr. Ezhil in the Tamil-language Supernatural series Ninaithen Vandhai, starring Keerthana Podhuval and Jasmine Rath. The show airs on Zee Tamil.