Quick Info
| Profession | Disco Jockey, Radio Jockey, Video Jockey, Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 06/06/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Bangalore |
Latest News about Nikhil Chinapa
15/07/2025
Nikhil Chinapa continues to be a leading figure in India's EDM scene as he curates major music festivals and promotes international DJs through Submerge Music. At 52 years old in 2025, he remains MTV's original face and continues his role as a gang leader on MTV Roadies, maintaining his status as one of India's most respected media personalities.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Kalengada Bhemaiah Chinapa |
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| Nick Name | Nikhil |
| Generation | Generation X |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 77 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Measurements | Chest: 41 Inches, Waist: 32 Inches, Biceps: 14 Inches |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor of Architecture | BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore |
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| Thesis | Hospital Design |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hobbies | Gymming, Travelling, Biking, Doing Adventures like Scuba Diving and Flyboarding |
| Tattoo | A magician's head on his right shoulder |
| Caste | Not Known |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | DJ Pearl |
| Wife/Spouse | Pearl Miglani (DJ) |
| Marriage Date | 01/01/2015 |
| Children | Anouka Maia Chinapa |
Family
| Father | Lt. Col. Bhemaiah Chinapa (ex-Indian Army Paratrooper) |
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| Mother | Ganga Chinapa |
| Siblings | Nitish Chinapa |
| Spouse | Pearl Miglani (DJ) |
| Children | Anouka Maia Chinapa |
Career
| Debut |
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| Major Achievements |
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| Net Worth | Rs 50 crore (Estimated 2025) | ||||
| Salary | 2-3 Lakh Approx per show |
Favourites
| Favourite Food(s) | Idli, Dosa |
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| Favourite Colours | White, Grey, Black |
| Favourite Destinations | Goa, Thailand |
| Favourite Sport | Cricket |
| Favourite Cricketer | Rahul Dravid |
| Favourite Restaurant | Rosie cafe in Vietnam |
| Favourite Actor | Akshay Kumar |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/nikhilofficial/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/nikhilofficial/ | |
| https://twitter.com/nikhilofficial |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Nikhil Chinapa is a prominent Indian radio jockey, video jockey, and TV presenter associated with MTV India. | |
| 2. Born in Bangalore, he moved frequently due to his father’s service in the Indian Army. | |
| 3. He is the founder of Submerge Music, a music company that has brought renowned DJs like Above & Beyond, Swedish House Mafia, Tiesto, and more to India. | |
| 4. Nikhil has a strong Twitter following among Electronic Dance Music (EDM) fans and is considered a pioneer of EDM in the country. | |
| 5. Previously, he hosted the popular radio show ‘Together’ on Sundays and was the festival director of 'Sunburn' in Goa until 2013. | |
| 6. He has been a host on MTV shows like Splitsvilla, India's Got Talent, and has been a judge on MTV Roadies and Roadies Rising. | |
| 7. In 2014, Nikhil collaborated with the Indian online fashion brand Koovs.com. | |
| 8. Alongside his television career, he has made cameo appearances in movies like Dus, Zinda, and Om Shanti Om. | |
| 9. In an interview, Nikhil mentioned that his parents still ask him about getting a "real job." | |
| 10. Interestingly, Nikhil was a senior to Rahul Dravid by one year in school. | |
| 11. He studied at Begumpet Hyderabad Public School, Faust High School in Secunderabad, and St. George's College in Agra before pursuing architecture. | |
| 12. He is the founder of Submerge Music, a music company that has brought renowned DJs like Alesso, Above & Beyond, Swedish House Mafia, Tiesto, and more to India. | |
| 13. He was originally set to work as a bartender on a cruise liner before MTV came calling. | |
| 14. He has acted in several films including David (2013). | |
| 15. He is widely recognized as the heartbeat of Indian entertainment for over two decades and a key figure in establishing DJing as a professional career in India. |