Kunal Nayyar (/ kʊˈnɑːl ˈnaɪ.ər /, [1] kuu-NAHL NY-ər; born 30 April 1981) is an actor and philanthropist who gained recognition for playing Raj Koothrappali on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory …

Kunal Nayyar. Actor: The Big Bang Theory. Kunal Nayyar is an British actor. He moved from India to the US in 1999. He first moved to Portland, Oregon, to study business. He started acting in plays as a …

Jan 15, 2026 · Even with a $45 million net worth, fame, and a dream career, Big Bang Theory star Kunal Nayyar still has tough days. Like Jeff Bezos and Melinda French Gates, he has a mantra to cope.

Feb 19, 2026 · Kunal Nayyar reveals how his "Big Bang Theory" success allows him to secretly fund scholarships and support families in need through charitable giving.

Feb 17, 2026 · ‘Big Bang Theory’ Star Kunal Nayyar Uses ‘GoFundMe to Pay Random Families’ Medical Bills’ After Being One of the World’s Highest-Paid TV Actors By Zack Sharf

Feb 19, 2026 · Kunal Nayyar has been spreading the wealth recently, as the “Big Bang Theory” actor revealed in an interview that he visits GoFundMe sites and anonymously donates cash to families …

Feb 18, 2026 · Nayyar, best known for playing Raj Koothrappali on the hit sitcom, was once the highest-paid TV actors at the height of the show's success. Kunal Nayyar’s secret act of generosity is now …

Feb 18, 2026 · Kunal Nayyar has said he's spending some of millions he made playing Raj Koothrappali in The Big Bang Theory to anonymously pay random people's medical bills.

Feb 20, 2026 · In a recent interview with The i Paper, actor Kunal Nayyar revealed that he often donates large sums to GoFundMe campaigns, providing anonymous support to families grappling with …

Feb 6, 2024 · A career recap for "Big Bang Theory" actor Kunal Nayyar, who is guest-starring on NBC's "Night Court" in 2024.