Prateik Babbar is an Indian actor. He is 39 years old and was born on 28 November 1986 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
He works mainly in Hindi films. Prateik made his screen debut in Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008).
For this film, he received a Filmfare nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Quick Facts Prateik Babbar
| Full Name | Prateik Smita Patil |
| Profession | Actor |
| Age | 39 years old |
| Date of Birth | 28 November 1986 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Sagittarius |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Gender | Male |
Prateik Babbar Early Life and Education
Prateik’s early life was marked by complex family dynamics, feelings of abandonment, and early struggles with substance abuse.
Growing up without his parents in a household managed by his orthodox grandparents led to a challenging and sometimes rebellious childhood. Prateik frequently attended school functions with his grandparents rather than his parents, which made him feel ashamed and ostracised as a child.
In his youth, this emotional turmoil manifested as intense resentment and anger toward both of his parents, as he felt his father was primarily occupied with his other family.
In March 2025, he officially changed his name from Prateik Patil Babbar to Prateik Smita Patil to honour his late mother and reflect his upbringing.
Education
He completed his primary and secondary schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir in Bandra, Mumbai.
He enrolled at Jai Hind College, dropped out, and briefly attended St. Andrew’s College.
He also had stints at Whistling Woods International, but frequently changed institutions due to his struggles with substance abuse.
| School | Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai |
| Alma Mater | St. Andrew’s College of Arts, Science, and Commerce |
| Highest Qualification | Yet to be updated |
Prateik Babbar Personal Life
Prateik Babbar married actor Priya Banerjee on Valentine’s Day in a private ceremony at his late mother’s Bandra home in Mumbai.
The couple opted for an intimate ghar ki shaadi (home wedding) in the first house Prateik’s mother, the legendary actress Smita Patil, bought in Bandra, Mumbai.
Past Relationships
Prateik Babbar and British actress Amy Jackson dated for a brief period in 2012 after meeting on the sets of their film Ekk Deewana Tha. The couple got matching tattoos and even moved in together, but their relationship ended in an amicable split later that same year.
He was earlier married to film producer Sanya Sagar in January 2019. They separated in 2020 and divorced in January 2023.
Previously, in a relationship with British actor Amy Jackson during the filming of Ekk Deewana Tha (2012), though the two broke up later that year.
Family
Prateik Babbar is the son of the late legendary actress Smita Patil and actor-politician Raj Babbar.
Following a recent, highly publicised family rift, Prateik is estranged from his father and half-siblings.
One of India’s most celebrated actresses. She tragically passed away from childbirth complications shortly after Prateik was born. Because of this, Prateik was raised in Mumbai by his maternal grandparents.
Father
His father’s name is Raj Babbar. Actor and politician Raj Babbar was previously married to theatre artist Nadira Babbar. He had a relationship with Smita Patil while married, which resulted in Prateik.
Following Patil’s passing, Raj returned to his first family. While Prateik and his father have experienced periods of estrangement, they have worked toward reconciliation over the years.
Mother
His mother, Smita Patil, tragically passed away just days after giving birth to him. As a result, Prateik was raised primarily by his maternal grandparents. To honour her legacy, Prateik officially changed his surname to “Prateik Smita Patil.
Siblings
Prateik has two half-siblings, Arya Babbar and Juhi Babbar. Prateik has maintained a somewhat strained and distant relationship with his father’s side of the family over the years.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Priya Banerjee |
| Parents | Father: Raj Babbar Mother: Smita Patil |
| Siblings | Brother: Arya Babbar Sister: Juhi Babbar |
Prateik Babbar Career
Prateik Babbar began his screen career before acting. He first worked as a production assistant and also appeared in TV ads, including a KitKat ad.
Over time, he worked in Hindi films, Bengali films, Tamil cinema, Telugu cinema, web series, and streaming films. He has played lead roles, supporting roles, negative roles, and recurring roles in series.
Acting debut and early films, 2008 to 2011
Prateik made his acting debut in 2008 with Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na. He worked with Imran Khan, Genelia Deshmukh, Manjari Fadnnis, and Ayaz Khan in the film.
In 2010, he played a lead role in Dhobi Ghat, also released internationally as Mumbai Diaries. The film featured Monica Dogra, Kriti Malhotra, Aamir Khan, and Prateik in key roles.
In 2011, he appeared in several films. He acted in Dum Maaro Dum with Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, and Rana Daggubati.
The same year, he featured in Aarakshan with Amitabh Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan, Manoj Bajpayee, and Deepika Padukone.
He also played the lead in My Friend Pinto, working with Kalki Koechlin, Arjun Mathur, and Shruti Seth.
Romantic films, regional work, and independent cinema, 2012 to 2017
In 2012, Prateik starred in Ekk Deewana Tha with Amy Jackson, Sachin Khedekar, and Manu Rishi Chadha.
In 2013, he acted in Issaq with Amyra Dastur, Ravi Kishan, and Prashant Narayanan.
In 2014, he appeared in the Bengali film Auroni Taukhon.
In 2015, he featured in Umrika, which had an ensemble cast including Suraj Sharma, Tony Revolori, Adil Hussain, and Rajesh Tailang.
In 2017, he acted in Aroni Tokhon with Paoli Dam, Pradip Mukherjee, and Indraneil Sengupta.
Return to bigger Hindi releases, 2018
In 2018, Prateik returned to larger Hindi films with Baaghi 2. He worked with Tiger Shroff, Disha Patani, Manoj Bajpayee, and Randeep Hooda.
The same year, he was seen in Mulk with Taapsee Pannu, Rishi Kapoor, and Ashutosh Rana.
He also acted in Mitron, sharing the screen with Jackky Bhagnani, Kritika Kamra, and Pratik Gandhi.
Film success and web series work, 2019 to 2020
In 2019, Prateik played Raggie in Chhichhore. He worked with Sushant Singh Rajput, Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Sharma, Naveen Polishetty, Tahir Raj Bhasin, and Tushar Pandey.
The same year, he also acted in #Yaaram with Ishita Raj and Siddhant Kapoor.
From 2019 to 2025, he played Jeh Wadia in the series Four More Shots Please!, which streamed on Amazon Prime Video. The series stars Sayani Gupta, Kirti Kulhari, Bani J, and Maanvi Gagroo
In 2020, he appeared in the Tamil film Darbar. The film was led by Rajinikanth, with Nayanthara, Nivetha Thomas, and Suniel Shetty in the main cast.
Streaming projects and film roles, 2021 to 2022
In 2021, Prateik acted in Mumbai Saga with John Abraham, Emraan Hashmi, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Suniel Shetty.
He also appeared in The Power with Vidyut Jammwal and Shruti Haasan.
In the same year, he was part of the series Hiccups and Hookups, which starred Lara Dutta with him in the lead cast.
In 2022, he appeared in Bachchhan Paandey with Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, Arshad Warsi, and Pankaj Tripathi.
He also acted in India Lockdown with Sai Tamhankar and Shweta Basu Prasad.
That year, he featured in Cobalt Blue with Neelay Mehendale, Anjali Sivaraman, and Neil Bhoopalam.
He also appeared in Modern Love Mumbai, an anthology series, in 2022.
Recent films and streaming work, 2024 to 2025
In 2024, Prateik starred in Khwaabon Ka Jhamela with Sayani Gupta, Kubbra Sait, and Danish Husain.
In 2025, he appeared in the Netflix film Dhoom Dhaam, released on 14 February 2025. He played Arya and worked with Yami Gautam Dhar, Pratik Gandhi, and Eijaz Khan.
He also featured in the Hindi film Sikandar, released in theatres on 30 March 2025. Prateik played Arjun Pradhan and shared the screen with Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, and Sharman Joshi.
In the same year, he returned as Jeh Wadia in Four More Shots Please! Season 4. The final season last aired on 19 December 2025. The series stars Sayani Gupta, Kirti Kulhari, Bani J, and Maanvi Gagroo, with Prateik continuing in his recurring role.
Upcoming Projects
- Woh Ladki Hai Kahaan (Hindi): Post-production. Directed by Arshad Syed, and Prateik Babbar is listed in the cast with Taapsee Pannu and Pratik Gandhi.
- Abhi toh party shuru hui hai (Hindi): Post-production. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, the listed cast includes Richa Chadha, Cyrus Broacha, Pankaj Tripathi, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Divya Dutta, and others.
- Dear Exes (Tamil): Pre-production. Directed by Kamini, Prateik Babbar is listed in the cast with Nithya Menen, Vinay Rai, and Navdeep.
- Imaginary Rain (Hindi): Shooting is completed. The film is directed by Vikas Khanna, starring Shabana Azmi and Prateik Babbar.
Prateik Babbar Awards and Achievement
Prateik Babbar has received awards and nominations mainly for his early work in Hindi films.
His major wins
- Filmfare Awards (2009): Won Special Jury Mention for Outstanding Performance (Certificate) for Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008).
His key nominations
- Filmfare Awards (2009): Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008).
Prateik Babbar Controversies
Prateik Babbar (who now uses Prateik Smita Patil) has faced public criticism mainly linked to family issues, his past substance abuse, and a paparazzi incident.
May 2025 (Wedding guest list dispute): After his marriage to Priya Banerjee in February 2025, news reports highlighted that his father, Raj Babbar, and his half-siblings, Aarya Babbar and Juhi Babbar, were not invited. Prateik later spoke about the reasons in interviews.
May 2025 (Surname change and family backlash): Around the same period, reports said he officially changed his name to Prateik Smita Patil, dropping “Babbar” to honour his late mother. This led to public comments from his half-brother Aarya Babbar, who criticised him in media interviews.
November 2024 (Substance abuse and recovery): Prateik has spoken openly about his past addiction. The Indian Express reported that he completed rehabilitation in 2013 and has remained sober since then.
April 2026 (Paparazzi video): Entertainment reports covered a video where he was seen showing his middle finger towards photographers while riding his bike in Mumbai.
Prateik Babbar Net Worth
The estimated net worth of Prateik Babbar is about ₹15–25 crore ($2–3 million), and his annual salary is yet to be updated.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | $2–3 million |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Prateik Babbar Height, Weight, and Physical states
Here are the physical stats of Prateik Babbar:
| Height | In centimetres: 173 cm In meters: 1.73 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 8 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 70kg In lbs: 154 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 40-30-14 inches |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Black |
Prateik Babbar Instagram, X, Facebook
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Interesting Facts About Prateik Babbar
- His mother, Smita Patil, died soon after his birth, and he has said he grew up with his maternal grandparents.
- Before acting, he worked as a production assistant and appeared in TV ads, including a Nestlé Kit Kat ad.
- He has spoken publicly about his past addiction, including the fact that his drug use started when he was 13.
FAQs
Who is Prateik Babbar?
Prateik Babbar (also known as Prateik Smita Patil) is an Indian actor who works mainly in Hindi films and web series.
What is Prateik Babbar’s age and date of birth?
Prateik Babbar is 39 years old, was born on 28 November 1986 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Who is Prateik Babbar’s wife?
Prateik Babbar is married to actor Priya Banerjee.
What was Prateik Babbar’s debut film?
Prateik Babbar‘s debut film was Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008).
