Quick Info
| Profession | Radio Jockey, Lyricist, Journalist, Scriptwriter |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 04/05/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Neelesh Misra
20/11/2025
Gaon Connection, the rural media company associated with Neelesh Misra, reported a strong financial turnaround for FY2024–25. The company said revenues rose sharply and it returned to profitability, while also outlining plans to expand into fiction formats such as microdramas, web series, and feature films.
28/02/2025
Neelesh Misra was honored with the Alumni of the Year award at the IIMC Alumni Association awards ceremony in Delhi. The recognition highlighted his long career as a journalist, writer, and storyteller, and placed him alongside other notable alumni being celebrated that year.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name: Neelesh Misra | |
| Famous For: His radio show "Yaadon Ka IdiotBox" | |
| Award-winning journalist who has covered major stories across South Asia including the Charkhi Dadri mid-air collision and the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami | |
| Renowned for evocative narratives and poignant storytelling style in Indian literature, journalism, and entertainment | |
| Host of 'Yaadon Ka IdiotBox with Neelesh Misra' on BIG FM 92.7, set in the fictional town Yaad Sheher |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor of Arts | History (Kumaun University, Nainital) |
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| Journalism Course | Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi |
| Schooling | St. Joseph’s College, Nainital (All-boys boarding school) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hobbies | Storytelling, Writing, Photography |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Yamini Misra |
Family
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| Children | Vaidehi Misra | ||||
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Career
| Debut - Lyricist: "Jaadu Hai Nasha Hai" for the film Jism (2003, Bollywood) | |
| Debut - Writer: Once Upon A Timezone (2006, Novel) | |
| Debut - Radio Jockey: Yadoon Ka Idiotbox (2011) | |
| Started professional career in 1995 with India Abroad | |
| Previously served as Deputy Executive Editor at Hindustan Times | |
| Hosted The Neelesh Misra Show on Red FM (2016) | |
| Launched Kahaani Express (2018) | |
| Founder of Gaon Connection, India’s largest rural media communication platform | |
| Founder of Slow, a lifestyle brand with The Slow Interview show | |
| Co-founder-editor of Gaon Connection rural newspaper | |
| Founder of Content Project Pvt. Ltd., a content creation company | |
| Served as correspondent for Associated Press covering South Asia | |
| Covered major international stories including the Charkhi Dadri mid-air collision and 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami | |
| Previously served as Senior Roving Editor and Deputy Executive Editor at Hindustan Times | |
| Debut - Radio Jockey: Yaadon Ka Idiotbox on BIG FM 92.7 (2011) | |
| Since November 2018, hosts The Slow Interview With Neelesh Misra on YouTube | |
| Co-founder of Gaon Connection rural newspaper (launched late 2012 with Karan Dalal, based in Kunaura near Lucknow) | |
| Has written lyrics for over 40 Hindi films | |
| Wrote screenplay for Salman Khan’s film 'Ek Tha Tiger' (2012) | |
| Author of approximately five books including 'Neelesh Misra Ka Yaad Shehar Volume-1 and 2' | |
| Edited books like ‘India Yatra’, ‘Inspired India’, ‘Ideas to Transform a Nation’ and ‘Dream Chasing- One Man’s Remarkable Life Story’ | |
| Won India’s top journalism honours |
Favourites
| Food | Chicken Biryani | ||||
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| Actor | Salman Khan | ||||
| Actress | Deepika Padukone | ||||
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| Singer | Alka Yagnik | ||||
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| Color | Blue |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/neeleshmisra/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/neeleshmisra | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@theslowinterviewwithneelesh |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Nainital and raised there. | |
| 2. Specializes in writing Bollywood lyrics, scripts, and storytelling. | |
| 3. Owner of India’s first professionally run newspaper company, 'Gaon Connection.' | |
| 4. Wrote the screenplay for Salman Khan’s film 'Ek Tha Tiger.' | |
| 5. Started as a lyricist in 2003 with Mahesh Bhatt's movie 'Jism.' | |
| 6. Authored approximately five books, including 'Neelesh Misra Ka Yaad Shehar Volume-1 and 2.' | |
| 7. Successful storyteller for 'Yaadon Ka Idiot Box with Neelesh Misra' on 92.7 BIG FM. | |
| 8. Covered conflicts and insurgencies in the South Asian region. | |
| 9. Passionate about creating engaging content through writing. | |
| 10. Established a content creation company with skilled professionals. | |
| 11. Previously served as Deputy Executive Editor at the Hindustan Times. | |
| 12. Interest in producing media content across various platforms. | |
| 13. Edited books like ‘India Yatra’, ‘Inspired India’, ‘Ideas to Transform a Nation’ and ‘Dream Chasing- One Man’s Remarkable Life Story.’ | |
| 14. Has written lyrics for over 40 Hindi films. | |
| 15. Won India’s top journalism honours. | |
| 16. Covered major stories from South Asia as a journalist for Associated Press and Hindustan Times. | |
| 17. Created fictional town Yaad Sheher in Yaadon Ka Idiotbox, which became real for millions of listeners. | |
| 18. Born in Lucknow and raised in Nainital. | |
| 19. Owner of Gaon Connection, India's largest rural media communication platform. | |
| 20. Also works as a photographer. | |
| 21. Net Worth (approx.): ₹6.5 crore | |
| 22. Belongs to Generation X |