Rajiv Thakur Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More
Rajiv Thakur Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More
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Quick Infoâ
Wife: Aarti Thakur
Education: PGDCA
Hometown: Amritsar, Punjab
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Stand-up Comedian, Theatre Artist, Actor, TV Host, Film Director |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters**- 170 cm** in meters**- 1.70 m** in feet & inches**- 5â 7â** |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film (Punjabi; As an actor): Lakh Pardesi Hoiye (2008) in a cameo role  Film (Hindi; As a director): Way of Life (2005) Film (Hindi; As an actor): Bhavnao Ko Samjho (2010) as Shekharâs friend  TV (Hindi; As an actor): Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo (2009) as Raju; aired on SAB TV  |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 7 August |
| Age | Not Known |
| Birthplace | Amritsar, Punjab, India |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Amritsar, Punjab, India |
| School | Jagat Jyoti Model High School, Amritsar |
| College/University | ⢠DAV College, Amritsar ⢠Khalsa College, Amritsar |
| Educational Qualification | ⢠BCom at DAV College, Amritsar ⢠PGDCA at Khalsa College, Amritsar check sources |
| Ethnicity | Punjabi check sources India Today |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian check sources |
| Address | House No-6, Street No. 1, Judge Nagar, Amritsar â 143001, Punjab (India) |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 31 January 2005  |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Aarti Thakur  |
| Children | Son- Abhiraj Thakur and Athiraj Thakur (twins; image in wife's section) Daughter- Manya Thakur (image in wife's section) |
| Parents | Father- Sarvan Kumar Thakur (shop owner) Mother- Prem Lata Thakur (worked as a tailor)  |
| Siblings | Brother- None Sister- Shalini Rana and Priyanka Thakur  |
| Favourites | |
| Food | Pranthey, Daal-Roti, Cholley-Kulchey |
| Musician | Gurdas Maan |
| Colour | White |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Perfume | Gucci |
| Travelling Destination(s) | Manali, Goa |
| Restaurant | Kesar Da Dhaba in Amritsar, Punjab |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Rajiv Thakur
Rajiv Thakur is an Indian stand-up comedian, theatre artist, actor, TV host, and film director. He mainly works in Hindi and Punjabi films and TV shows.
After completing his graduation, he took admission in Khalsa College, Amritsar, to pursue MCom. He got admission on an artist quota as he used to perform in theatres during his graduation. However, the HOD of commerce of Khalsa College did not allow him to join the classes. The HOD said that Rajiv did not appear for the MCom entrance exams and got admission on a quota basis.
While he was studying in college, he won the Best Actor award five times. He also won an award for acting at the national level.
Rajiv Thakur with his trophy which he won during his college days
While in college, he hosted a few youth festivals.
Rajiv Thakur during his college days
After completing PGDCA, he participated in various cultural festivals of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar.
The Indian comedian Kapil Sharma was his classmate.
He started his career with theatre plays. He performed in many Hindi and Punjabi theatre plays such as Eh Ta Kamaal Ho Gaya, Baba Bantuek Nayak Ki Maut, Mirch Masala, Saawi, and Rab Milayiaan Jodiyan.
Rajiv Thakur in the theatre play Mirch Masala
He has worked as a writer and director in various Punjabi and theatre plays. Some such plays are Thag Da Nag, Hai Hai Cable TV, Aao Sach Vekho, Princess Diana, and Bunty Aur Bubbly.
In 2006, he participated in the Punjabi reality comedy TV show âHasde Hasande Ravo,â in which he finished as the second runner-up. The show was aired on MH One.
Rajiv Thakur in Hasde Hasande Ravo
He has performed in various seasons of the TV comedy series âComedy Circus,â which aired on Sony.
Comedy Circus
In 2007, he participated in Star Oneâs comedy reality TV show âThe Great Indian Laughter Challenge.â
Rajiv Thakur in The Laughter Challenge
In 2009, Rajiv, along with his partner (in the show) Saloni, won the TV comedy show âChhote Miyan Bade Miyan,â which aired on Colors.
In 2010, he was featured in the Punjabi comedy film âKhich Ghuggi Khich.â
He has played cameo roles in a few Hindi films such as âDil Vil Pyaar Vyaarâ (2014), âSecond Hand Husbandâ (2015), and âTutak Tutak Tutiyaâ (2016).
Tutak Tutak Tutiya
Since 2016, he has been performing in various episodes of the Sony TV comedy show âThe Kapil Sharma Show.â
Rajiv Thakur in The Kapil Sharma Show
He became the co-owner of the celebrity cricket league Jaipur Raj Joshiley in 2016. The team participated in the Box Cricket League, and he also participated in cricket matches with his team.
Rajiv Thakur in Box Cricket League
He has also acted in various Punjabi films like âDangar Doctor Jellyâ (2017), âTara Miraâ (2019), âKanjoos Majnu Kharchili Lailaâ (2023), and âZindagi Zindabaadâ (2023).
Dangar Doctor Jelly
In 2020, he started his YouTube channel Rajiv Thakur Comedy on which he uploads his comedy videos.
Rajiv Thakur Comedy
In 2023, he participated in Sony TVâs reality TV show âJhalak Dikhla Ja.â
Rajiv Thakur in Jhalak Dikhla Ja
He has appeared in various Punjabi comic videos such as Ghar Jawaaian Da,â âKulli Chadian Di,â and Kamaal Ho Gaye.
He has performed comedy shows at various stage shows and live events.
Rajiv Thakurâs live show
He follows the teachings of the Indian spiritual leader Chhatarpur Wale Baba or Gurudev.
Rajiv Thakur at his home
In his spare time, he enjoys travelling and spending time with his family & friends.
Rajiv Thakur during his trip
He oftenly consumes alcohol while hanging out with his friends.
Rajiv Thakur holding a glass of beer
At various events, he shared that he was a big fan of the Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan .
Rajiv Thakurâs Instagram post for Shah Rukh Khan
He is a religious person and has a deep faith in god.
Rajiv Thakur at the Golden Temple
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