Kunal Nayyar
Actor · Voice actor
45 years (Apr 30, 1981)London, England
For twelve seasons Kunal Nayyar was Raj Koothrappali, the astrophysicist too shy to speak to women, in 'The Big Bang Theory' (2007-2019), one of the most-watched sitcoms of its era. Born in London in 1981 and raised in New Delhi, he studied in the United States and worked in theatre before landing the role. Beyond the sitcom he has voiced Guy Diamond in the 'Trolls' films (2016-2023), played a chilling murder suspect in 'Criminal: UK' (2020) and appeared opposite Adam Sandler in 'Spaceman' (2024). His post-Raj work keeps revealing a quieter, darker range.
Kunal Nayyar
Actor · Voice actor
For twelve seasons Kunal Nayyar was Raj Koothrappali, the astrophysicist too shy to speak to women, in 'The Big Bang Theory' (2007-2019), one of the most-watched sitcoms of its era. Born in London in 1981 and raised in New Delhi, he studied in the United States and worked in theatre before landing the role. Beyond the sitcom he has voiced Guy Diamond in the 'Trolls' films (2016-2023), played a chilling murder suspect in 'Criminal: UK' (2020) and appeared opposite Adam Sandler in 'Spaceman' (2024). His post-Raj work keeps revealing a quieter, darker range.
18 Movies
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls World Tour
2020
Plays Gupta (voice)
Ice Age: Continental Drift
2012
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls Band Together
2023
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls
2016
Plays Peter
Spaceman
2024
Plays Serge Negani
Consumed
2015
Plays Rupert Brown
How to Date Billy Walsh
2024
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls Holiday
2017
Plays Mr. Mills
Think Like a Dog
2020
Plays (voice)
Bollywoof
2027
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls Holiday in Harmony
2021
Producer
Plays A.J. Fikry
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
2022
Producer
Plays (voice)
Diya
Plays Dr. Robin Sathi
Sweetness in the Belly
2019
Plays Eshaan Sood
Christmas Karma
2025
Plays Tony
Dr. Cabbie
2014
Plays Karem
The Scribbler
2014
Plays Guy Diamond (voice)
Trolls: Tiny Diamond Goes Back to School
2020
8 TV Shows
Plays Rajesh Koothrappali
The Big Bang Theory
2007
Plays Aadesh Chopra
Suspicion
2022
Plays Rajesh Koothrappali
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe
2026
Plays Sendhil
The Mindy Project
2012
Plays Martini Toddwallis
Night Court
2023
Plays Sandeep Singh
Criminal: UK
2019
Plays Vijay (voice)
Sanjay and Craig
2013
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Bollywoof
Full Filmography
Bollywoof
(voice)
2027
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe
Rajesh Koothrappali
2026Season 1
Christmas Karma
Eshaan Sood
2025
How to Date Billy Walsh
Rupert Brown
2024
Spaceman
Peter
2024
Night Court
Martini Toddwallis
2023Season 2
Trolls Band Together
Guy Diamond (voice)
2023
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
A.J. Fikry
2022
Suspicion
Aadesh Chopra · 8 episodes
2022–
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Kunal Nayyar and where are they from?
Kunal Nayyar is 45 years old, born on April 30, 1981 in London, England.
What are the most famous roles of Kunal Nayyar?
Kunal Nayyar is best known for roles in Ice Age: Continental Drift, Trolls, Trolls World Tour.
How many movies has Kunal Nayyar been in?
Over a 14-year career (since 2012), Kunal Nayyar has appeared in 18 movies and 8 TV shows.
What was Kunal Nayyar's first movie?
The career of Kunal Nayyar began with Say It Ain't Solo (2012).
What is Kunal Nayyar's most recent movie or series?
Kunal Nayyar's most recent release is Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, which premiered on July 23, 2026.
What TV shows has Kunal Nayyar appeared in?
On television, Kunal Nayyar has appeared in The Big Bang Theory, NCIS, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan.
Does Kunal Nayyar have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Kunal Nayyar's upcoming work includes: Bollywoof (2027).
Kunal Nayyar
1981-04-30 · London, England
Kunal Nayyar (born 30 April 1981) is a British actor who gained recognition for playing Raj Koothrappali on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory. He also voiced Vijay Patel on the Nickelodeon animated sitcom Sanjay and Craig. Nayyar was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 2021 British Academy Television Awards for his role as Sandeep Singh in Netflix anthology series Criminal: UK.