Krishnan Iyer, popularly known as Iyer bhai, is one of the most loved characters of the hit Indian sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC)from Sony Sab channel . Played by actor Tanuj Mahashabde, Iyer is a South Indian scientist known for his intelligence, quirky personality and fun interactions with other residents of Gokuldham Society. His unique bond with his wife Babita ji and his fun banter with Jethalal add to the charm and comic timing of the show.
What is Krishnan Iyer Real Name?
Tanuj Mahashabde is the person behind the iconic character Krishnan Iyer or Iyer of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
Tanuj has played the role so well that the general audience feels he is somewhere from South India. However, Tanuj hails from Dewas, Madhya Pradesh.
Iyer Tmkoc Age, Height, Weight, More
Tanuj Mahashabde is 45 years old. He was born on 24 July 1980 in Dewas, MP. Tanuj represents Brown ethnicity. Tanuj Mahashabde Religion is Hindu and is a devotee of Lord Shiva
| Name | Tanuj Mahashabde |
| Profession | Indian TV Actor |
| Born | 24 July 1980 |
| Age | 45 years old |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Astrology Sign | Leo |
| Birth Place | Dewas, MP |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethincity | Brown |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches, 168 cm |
| Weight | 70 kg |
| Hair | Black |
| Eyes | Brown |
| Skin Type | Brown Colour |
| Feet Size | 8 (US) |
Iyer Tarak Mehta Real Family
Tanuj Mahashabde’s mother is Sheela Mahashabde. She passed away on 4 June 2018. He was brought up with two brothers. However, Tanuj has not revealed the names of his brothers and father.
| Family Member | Name | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Mother | Sheela Mahashabde | Passed away on 4 June 2018 |
| Father | Not Revealed | – |
| Brothers | Not Revealed | He has two brothers, names not shared |
Education
Tanuj Mahashabde’s basic schooling and education happened all in Dewas. Then he got a diploma in Marine Electrical Engineering. Right from childhood, Tanuj had an active interest in theatre. He took acting education from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Kala Kendra in Mumbai.
Tanuj Mahashabde Wife
Tanuj Mahashabde is unmarried in real life. In March 2025 when asked about his wife, he called himself real life Popat Lal. In TMKOC, Potat Lal is unmarried and keen to get married. In 2020 and 2022, there were some rumours of Tanuj getting married, but he is still not married. Tanuj is single as of 2025.
Tv Shows With Tanuj Mahashabde
Tanuj Mahashabde’s acting debut came in CID back in 1998. He got his next move 10 years later in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2008). Since then, he has been an active and crucial part of the hit and famous TV series.
Tanuj plays the role of Krishnan Iyer, a South Indian man from Chennai, who works as a scientist and is married to a good-looking Bengali lady Babita. In the show, the pair lives in Mumbai’s Gokuldham Society. Iyer has been shown as frustrated with key character Jethalal Gada, who has a crush on his wife and tries to impress him.
Tanuj has a dark brown skin colour. As average South Indians have the same colour, he got the role. But due to his skin colour, he faces abuse too on social media. Tanuj working in TMKOC has made his life stable careerwise and financially. In 2025, he featured in a Mini Web Series Yahi Toh Galt Hai.
Social Media
Tanuj is utterly active on Instagram and Facebook. He has a reach of 591k plus on Instagram and more than 138k followers on Facebook. His social media life features his pro life moments and devotion towards god.
Instagram: @tan_mahashabde
Facebook: @tanmahashabde
Tanuj Mahashabde Net Worth
Tanuj Mahashabde costs around INR 80,000 per episode. His estimated net worth now stands at INR 30 cr. With regular work in TMKOC and right investment, he has taken his sums to extraordinary levels. He now lives in a lavish flat in Mumbai and drives a BMW 3 series car.
FAQs
No, Iyer or Tanuj is unmarried in real life.
No, Iyer or Tanuj is unmarried in real life.
No, Tanuj and Munmun Dutta are not real life pairs.
Iyer TMKOC age is 45 years old, having been born on 24 July 1980.
Tanuj is single and does not have any girlfriend.
