Rohit Purohit is an Indian television actor and model known for his powerful screen presence and versatile performances. He became a household name as Armaan Poddar in Star Plus’s long-running show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai where his chemistry with Samridhii Shukla earned massive love from fans. Rohit has 444k Instagram followers and he loves sharing his singing videos with them.
Born on 8 June 1989 (age 39) Rohit Purohit was raised in Jaipur Rajasthan.Rohit Purohit completed his graduation after moving to Mumbai for school and college. He is happily married to actress Sheena Bajaj best known for her role in Best of Luck Nikki. The couple first met on the sets of Arjun in 2012. After dating for six years and building a strong bond they got married on 22 January 2019 The couple was blessed with a baby boy on 15 September 2025.
Rohit began his television journey by playing Chitwan in Shaurya Aur Suhani. He then appeared in several shows including Adaalat, Aise Karo Naa Vidaa, Sanskaar Laxmi,Chandragupta Maurya, and SuperCops vs Super Villains. He has also portrayed different characters in shows like Arjun, Encounter, and Ishq Kills
His career took a major leap when he played Malik Altunia in Razia Sultan. The role earned him wide recognition and proved his acting prowess. He later received immense appreciation for portraying Dara Shikoh in Bharatvarsh and Alexander in Porus both of which showcased his range and intensity as an actor.
In 2024 Rohit stepped into the role of Armaan Poddar in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai replacing Shehzada Dhami. His pairing with Samridhii Shukla (Abhira) instantly won the audience’s hearts. The two became one of the most adored on-screen jodis and Rohit’s emotionally expressive performance played a significant role in boosting the show’s popularity. This role became a milestone in his career making him one of television’s most loved actors.
Interesting Facts About Rohit Purohit
- He is not only a talented actor but also has a mesmerising singing voice, and he enjoys sharing his singing videos online.
- Rohit is an introvert and prefers spending quality time with his family
- He is a fitness enthusiast and follows disciplined workouts and clean eating.
- His favourite color is blue
- He loves poha a popular Indian snack.
