Parul Gulati
Birth placeRohtak, Haryana, India
OccupationActress and Entrepreneur
Years active2010–present

Parul Gulati is an Indian actress, entrepreneur and model who has appeared in several TV shows and Punjabi films.[1] She is the CEO and founder of her hair extensions brand ‘Nish Hair’.

In (2017) Gulati appeared in the TV series P.O.W. - Bandi Yuddh Ke,[2] and Haq Se (2018) Web Series - An adaptation of Little Women, Gulati plays "Jo March".[citation needed] In (2018), Gulati starred in Netflix production Selection Day is an Indian Netflix Original based on Aravind Adiga's 2016 novel of the same name . Girls Hostel (2018–19)for The Viral Fever Girliyapa .

She debuted in TV serial, Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kum, in which she played the role of Bittan, the younger sister of Leher played by Bollywood actress Yami Gautam. She also appeared in Kis Kis Ko Pyaar Karoon 2, alongside Kapil Sharma.

In addition to acting in films, Gulati has endorsed multiple brands and products.[3] She has her own line of Human Hair Extensions by the name of Nishhair.[4]

Career

2010–2016: Acting and film debut

She was spotted by the makers of a TV show on Facebook. They invited her to Mumbai for an audition and was cast in a supporting role in Yeh Pyaar Na Hoga kam. Later in 2012, she acted in Burrraahh, in which she played Rose. After Burrraahh, Gulati took a year's break and finished her course at RADA, a drama school in London and also did some theatre in Mumbai. Her second film was Romeo Ranjha in 2014.[5]

In 2016, she appeared in director Vinnil Markan's film Zorawar, as Jasleen, opposite to Yo Yo Honey Singh.[6]

2017–present: Television debut

After a decently successful stint in Punjabi films, Gulati made her television debut with TV series, P.O.W. - Bandi Yuddh Ke for Star Plus which was directed by Nikkhil Advani. She played the role of a Pakistani girl Afreen, who is married to a P.O.W, Parul got lot of praise and appreciation for her portrayal of the Pakistani Urdu speaking girl.[7]

In 2018, she appeared in a web series Haq Se, directed by Ken Ghosh. She played the role of journalist Jannat Mirza, who is fighting for justice and to uphold the dignity of women in the state of Kashmir.[8] This web series is based on the classic novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott into modern day tale of Kashmir and Parul has played Jo March.[9]

In 2018, Gulati starred in Netflix series Selection Day based on Aravind Adiga's 2016 novel of the same name and Girls Hostel for The Viral Fever.[10][11] In 2025, Gulati appeared in Hindi film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 as Jenny, alongside Kapil Sharma.

Filmography

Films

YearFilmCharacter nameLanguageNotes
2013BurraahhRosePunjabiPunjabi film debut
2014Romeo RanjhaPreet
2016ZorawarJasleen
2016Nee JathalekaShirleyTeluguTelugu film debut
2024Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar ShootoutAartiHindiHindi film debut
2025Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2Jenny
2026Tu Yaa MainLayla

Television

YearTitleRoleNotes
2010Kitani Mohabbat Hai (season 2)Gauri Ahluwalia
2010Yeh Pyaar Na hoga KamBittan
2017P.O.W. - Bandi Yuddh KeAfreen
2018Haq SeJannat MirzaWeb series
2018–2022Girls Hostel[12]Zahira Ali
2018Selection DayMonica Tandon
2019–2021Hey Prabhu!ArunimaWeb series
2020Second HandBeautyShort film
The Raikar Case[13]Etasha Naik RaikarWeb series
Illegal - Justice, Out of OrderDevika
Your HonorRuma Pathak
2023Shark Tank India (season 2)HerselfTo pitch her Hair Extension brand 'Nish Hair'
Made in Heaven (season 2)AmberWeb series

See also

References

  1. ^ Ananta Shrikhand (14 May 2014). "I feel like God's special child: Parul Gulati". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 May 2016.
  2. ^ "Star Plus P.O.W Bandhi Yudh Ke Gets 3 New Faces". The Times of India
  3. ^ Adivi, Sashidhar (26 October 2018). "Allu Arjun is lightning quick: Parul Gulati". Deccan Chronicle
  4. ^ "Actress Parul Gulati takes home Rs 1 crore investment on Shark Tank India. Shares picture of cheque". TimesNow. 11 March 2023.
  5. ^ "Parul Gulati returns with 'Rambo Ranjha'". The Times of India. 10 January 2017.
  6. ^ "Action-packed 'Zorawar' makes an impact". The Times of India. 9 May 2016. Retrieved 21 May 2016.
  7. ^ IANS (16 October 2024). "Parul Gulati reveals gory looks from upcoming OTT series". IANS News. Retrieved 31 August 2025.
  8. ^ "I want to play flawed characters, not be a quintessential heroine". The Indian Express. 9 February 2018.
  9. ^ "Haq Se Review: An Aching Nostalgia for Kashmir Makes It Worthwhile". The Quint. 6 February 2018.
  10. ^ Media, 5 Dreams. "Parul Gulati Is Coming Up With Her Next In The Web Series" (in en-IN). www.elfaworld.com. Retrieved 31 August 2025.
  11. ^ "Actress-turned-CEO explains why she paid employees less. Internet calls out her 'entitlement.' Who is Parul Gulati?". The Economic Times. 23 July 2025. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 31 August 2025.
  12. ^ Nagaraj, Sindhu (27 November 2022). "Ahsaas Channa, Parul Gulati on 'Girls Hostel 3.0', how they use social media, and more". The Hindu
  13. ^ "The Raikar Case actor Parul Gulati: Web platform has given work to everyone". 13 April 2020.