Gautam Rode Biography: Age, Height, Parents, Ethnicity, Siblings, Net Worth, Kids, Wife, Movies, Awards, TV Series

Gautam Rode is an Indian actor, television host, and former model recognised for his compelling performances in TV series such as Saraswatichandra (2013-2014), Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2005-2007), and Suryaputra Karn (2015-2016).

Starting his career as a model, he transitioned to acting with a debut in Bollywood’s Annarth (2002). He gained fame through his lead role as Saras in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saraswatichandra, earning multiple awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award for Best Actor in 2014.

Known for his intense screen presence and fitness dedication, Rode has also hosted shows like India’s Got Talent and Nach Baliye, contributing to his prominence in Indian entertainment.

Profile

• Full Name: Gautam Rode
• Stage Name: Gautam Rode
• Born: 14 August 1977
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Delhi, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actor, Television Host, Former Model
• Height: 1.70m
• Parents: Surendra Rode, Sangeeta Rode
• Siblings: Rashmi Rode
• Spouse: Pankhuri Awasthy Rode (m. 2018)
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Gautam Rode was born on August 14, 1977, in Delhi, India, to Surendra Rode, a retired broker, and Sangeeta Rode, a jewellery designer. Raised in a middle-class family with an elder sister, Rashmi, he initially aspired to join his father’s stock brokerage business.

He completed his schooling at Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi, and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University.

During college, he participated in a fashion contest at BITS Pilani, where he won the Best Model award, sparking his interest in the entertainment industry. His family later moved to Mumbai, where he pursued a career in acting. His ethnicity is Indian, and he follows Hinduism.

Career

Gautam Rode began his career as a model, working with prominent brands such as Close-Up, Raymond, and Maruti Suzuki. His acting debut came in 1995 with the Zee TV show Jahan Pyaar Mile. In 2000, he took on episodic roles in Rishtey, Apna Apna Style, and Thriller at 10.

His Bollywood debut was in Annarth (2002), playing Inspector Sameer Deshmukh alongside Sanjay Dutt and Sunil Shetty, earning praise from critic Taran Adarsh for his screen presence and stunt work.

His second film, U, Bomsi & Me (2005), saw him as Sam Mac Patel, a radio jockey, with Adarsh noting his growth in emotional scenes. Rode’s television breakthrough came with Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2005-2007) as Anish Kotak, followed by his first lead role as Lucky in Lucky (2005).

His career-defining role was Saraswatichandra Vyas in Saraswatichandra (2013-2014), produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, which earned him Zee Gold Awards, Indian Telly Awards, and a Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Best Actor.

He played Rudra in Maha Kumbh: Ek Rahasya, Ek Kahani (2014-2015), a mythological thriller, and Karna in Suryaputra Karn (2015-2016). In 2018, he starred as Prince Veer in Kaal Bhairav Rahasya Season 2 and Abhijeet in Bhakarwadi (2019-2020).  

In films, Rode appeared in Agyaat (2009) as Sharman Kapoor, with Adarsh commending his portrayal of a self-obsessed superstar, and Aksar 2 (2017) opposite Zareen Khan. His recent roles include Major Samar in the ZEE5 film State of Siege: Temple Attack (2021) and Pawan Bisht in the MX Player series Nakaab (2021) with Esha Gupta and Mallika Sherawat.

Upcoming projects include Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti (2025). Rode has hosted India’s Got Talent (2011) and Nach Baliye 5 (2012-2013) with Karan Wahi. A fitness enthusiast, he won the Gold Award for Most Fit Actor in 2016.  

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @rodegautam
• Facebook Handle: @gautamrodeofficial
• Twitter Handle: @gautam_rode

Personal Life

Gautam Rode married actress Pankhuri Awasthy on February 5, 2018, after meeting on the set of Suryaputra Karn in 2015. They got engaged in 2017 and wed in Alwar, Rajasthan. On July 25, 2023, they welcomed twins, a boy and a girl, celebrating their first Raksha Bandhan in 2023.  

Filmography

• Annarth (2002) – Inspector Sameer Deshmukh
• U, Bomsi & Me (2005) – Sam Mac Patel
• Agyaat (2009) – Sharman Kapoor
• Aksar 2 (2017) – Patrick Sharma
• State of Siege: Temple Attack (2021) – Major Samar
• Nakaab (2021) – Pawan Bisht
• Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti (2025)
• Jahan Pyaar Mile (1995)
• Rishtey (2000)
• Simplly Sapney (2008)
• Rubi (2008)
• Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na (2008-2009)
• Mata Ki Chowki (2010)
• Kashi – Ab Na Rahe Tera Kagaz Kora (2010)
• Maan Rahe Tera Pitaah (2010)
• Aahat (2010)
• Mera Naam Karegi Roshan (2010-2011) – Samvad
• Parichay (2011) – Vineet Saxena
• Teri Meri Love Stories (2012) – Tarun
• Saraswatichandra (2013-2014) – Saraswatichandra Vyas
• Maha Kumbh: Ek Rahasya, Ek Kahani (2014-2015) – Rudra
• Suryaputra Karn (2015-2016) – Karna
• Kaal Bhairav Rahasya Season 2 (2018) – Prince Veer
• Bhakarwadi (2019-2020) – Abhijeet

Net Worth

Gautam Rode has an estimated net worth of $2 million, primarily earned through his acting roles in television series such as Saraswatichandra, Suryaputra Karn, and Kaal Bhairav Rahasya Season 2, as well as films like State of Siege: Temple Attack.

His work as a model, host for shows like Nach Baliye, and endorsements with brands like Malabar Gold & Diamonds contribute to his financial success.