Samir Kochhar was born on May 23, 1980, in New Delhi, India. He is currently married to Radhika Kochhar, with whom he tied the knot on January 9, 2010. The couple has two children: a son named Kabir, born in April 2015, and a daughter named Sara, born in October 2017. 

Samir Kochhar is a prominent Indian actor and television presenter known for his versatile roles across various platforms. He gained widespread recognition as the host of the popular pre-match Indian Premier League show, Extraaa Innings T20. His acting career began with the Doordarshan show Haath Se Haath Mila and he made his film debut in 2003 with Valentine Days. Notable performances include his roles in films like Jannat and Housefull 3, as well as his acclaimed portrayal of S.P.I. Markand in Netflix's Sacred Games. Kochhar has also appeared in several television series, including Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and Four More Shots Please! His contributions to both film and television have made him a respected figure in the Indian entertainment industry.