Piyush Khati is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi films and web series. Before entering the acting world, he worked with various organizations and gradually built a career in the entertainment industry. He made his acting debut in 2019 with the TV series ‘Criminal Justice’ and also appeared in ‘Mind the Malhotras’. In 2020, he stepped into the world of cinema with the American film ‘Extraction’.
He gained significant popularity for playing the character Dheeraj Kumar Valmiki in the Netflix teen drama series ‘Class’. Apart from acting, Piyush Khati is also known for his work in advertisements. He is set to make his Bollywood debut in 2026 with the romantic film ‘Don’t Be Shy’, directed by Smriti Mukherjee, in which he will play the lead role of Mayank alongside Ansh Duggal and Bianca Arora. The film is set to release on September 25, 2026.
Piyush Khati Bio/Wiki
Piyush Khati is also known as Piyush Gandhi. Born in 2001 in Ranikhet, Uttarakhand, he is 25 years old (as of 2026). He completed his early education at Army Public School, Ranikhet, and later earned a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies, Delhi. He had a passion for acting from childhood; during his school days, he actively participated in activities such as theater, music, dance, painting, and sports.
Piyush Khati moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting. Initially, he worked as a background artist and appeared in various advertisements and small projects. Gradually, he began receiving better acting opportunities and ventured into the OTT space. Over time, he established a distinct identity among the audience through the diverse characters he portrayed. Alongside acting, Piyush has a keen interest in music; he enjoys listening to various types of music and exploring new genres and artists.
Piyush Khati Personal Information
| Full Name | Piyush Khati |
| Other Name | Piyush Gandhi |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | 2001 |
| Age | 25 Years (as of 2026) |
| Bithplace | Ranikhet, Uttarakhand |
| Hometown | Ranikhet |
| School | Army Public School, Ranikhet, Uttarakhand |
| College | Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Managements Studies, Delhi |
| Qualification | Graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication |
| Height | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
| Weight | 65 kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hiduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Not Known |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Acting |
| Net Worth | Not Known |
Piyush Khati Debut
| Film Debut | Hollywood Movie – Extraction as Arjun (2020) |
| Bollywood Film Debut | Don’t Be Shy as Mayank (2026) |
| TV Series Debut | Criminal Justice as Zeeshan (2019) |
Piyush Khati Family & Relationship
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Not Known |
| Father | Name Not Known |
| Mother | Name Not Known |
Piyush Khati Career
Piyush Khati began his acting career with TV commercials and small projects. After moving to Mumbai, he worked as a background artist and appeared in numerous advertisements. Before establishing himself in films and web series, Piyush worked with organizations such as Hindustan Times, Red Ice Films, IYF New Delhi, and Street Castaway. Following these early experiences, he ventured into the entertainment industry and pursued a career in acting.
He received his first major career breakthrough in 2019 with the web series ‘Criminal Justice’, in which he played the character of Zeeshan. In this series, he worked alongside actors like Pankaj Tripathi, Surveen Chawla, and Barkha Singh. Later that same year, Piyush played the role of Gopal in the Amazon Prime Video comedy-drama series ‘Mind the Malhotras‘.
In 2020, he made his film debut with the Hollywood movie ‘Extraction’, playing the character of Arjun and sharing the screen with Chris Hemsworth.
In 2023, Piyush Khati gained significant recognition through the popular Netflix series ‘Class’, in which he portrayed Dheeraj Kumar Valmiki. This role made him very popular among young audiences; the series also featured actors such as Ayesha Kanga, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Zeyn Shaw.
In 2024, Piyush appeared in the series ‘Karma Calling’. Apart from acting, he has also worked in advertisements for brands such as Zomato, Set Wet, HP, Samsung, and Cadbury.
In 2026, he will make his Bollywood debut in the role of Mayank in the film ‘Don’t Be Shy’, produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt under the banner of ‘Eternal Sunshine Productions’. The film also features Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, and Bianca Arora in lead roles. Directed by Sriti Mukherjee, the film is set to release on Amazon Prime Video on September 25, 2026.
Piyush Khati Movies
| Year | Movie | Role |
| 2026 | Don’t Be Shy | Mayank |
| 2020 | Extraction (Hollywood movie) | Arjun |
Piyush Khati Web Series
| Year | Web Series | Role |
| 2024 | Karmma Calling | — |
| 2023 | Class | Dheeraj |
| 2019 | Mind the Malhotras | Gopal |
| 2019 | Criminal Justice | Zeeshan |
Piyush Khati Social Media Acconuts
| @piyushkhati | |
| Threads | @piyushkhati |
