Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist, News Presenter |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 14/09/1980 |
| Age | 45 years |
| Birthplace | Deolali, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Rahul Kanwal
26/05/2025
Rahul Kanwal officially took over as Editor-in-Chief and CEO of NDTV on May 26, 2025, ending his tenure at the India Today Group on May 23. The Board of Directors of NDTV had previously decided on April 25, 2025, to appoint him as the Chief Executive Officer and Editor-in-Chief, with the appointment effective from June 16, 2025.
25/04/2025
Rahul Kanwal was formally appointed as CEO and Editor-in-Chief of NDTV following board ratification on April 25, 2025. The appointment was disclosed to stock exchanges under SEBI regulations, marking a significant leadership transition for the news organization as Kanwal brought over 25 years of broadcast journalism experience from his previous role at India Today.
27/03/2025
Rahul Kanwal resigned from the India Today Group after more than 22 years with the network. The company accepted his resignation and said he would serve the required notice period, with internal communication stating that he was leaving to pursue other opportunities.
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Bio/Wiki
| Rahul Kanwal is a veteran Indian journalist and news presenter with over 25 years of experience in broadcast journalism, known for his flagship Hindi show 'Seedhi Baat' and high-profile interviews with politicians and celebrities. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Ethnicity | Punjabi |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | April 2011 |
| Spouse Name | Jasleen Dhanota |
Family
| Father | Gurmeet Kanwal (ex army officer, adjunct non-resident fellow at Centre for Strategic and International Studies) |
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| Mother | Neelu Kanwal (worked at Mount Carmel School, New Delhi) |
| Siblings | Brother: Manav Kanwal (hospitality consultant at Infor, US) |
| Spouse | Jasleen Dhanota (communications consultant) |
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Career
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| Current Position | CEO and Editor-in-Chief at NDTV |
| Current Position Start Date | 16/06/2025 |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/rahulkanwal | |
| https://www.facebook.com/Rahul.Kanwal | |
| https://twitter.com/rahulkanwal | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-kanwal-41001387 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rahul Kanwal began his career at Zee News and Zee Business in June 1999, where he worked for over three years. | |
| 2. As an intern, he secured a significant interview with the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. | |
| 3. In November 2002, he joined Aaj Tak as a principal correspondent and anchor. | |
| 4. His role at Aaj Tak progressed, with promotions to special correspondent in 2004 and senior special correspondent in 2006. | |
| 5. By April 2007, Rahul had become the editor of Headlines Today at Aaj Tak. | |
| 6. He gained fame through his Hindi news TV show 'Seedhi Baat,' hosting notable guests like Salman Khan, Lalu Prasad Yadav, Arvind Kejriwal, and Kanhaiya Kumar. | |
| 7. From 2008 to 2022, he served as the executive director at Headlines Today before being promoted to managing director in 2011. | |
| 8. In July 2014, Rahul became the managing director at India Today and Aaj Tak, later advancing to news director at both in approximately four years. | |
| 9. Rahul's 2019 interview with politician Piyush Goyal attracted criticism for escalating tensions between CRPF and Naxalites due to the questions posed. | |
| 10. By May 2021, he had assumed the role of executive director at India Today and Aaj Tak. | |
| 11. His show 'Jab We Met With Rahul Kanwal' has gained immense popularity, featuring interviews with Indian celebrities such as Anant Ambani, Amit Shah, Asaduddin Owaisi, and Omar Abdullah. | |
| 12. He was granted financial support for a course in Hostile Environment Journalism from the Rory Peck Trust. | |
| 13. Rahul enjoys playing sports like golf, table tennis, badminton, squash, and cricket. | |
| 14. He maintains his fitness with regular workouts at the gym. | |
| 15. A spiritual person, Rahul frequently visits various religious sites. | |
| 16. He is known to enjoy alcoholic beverages at different social gatherings and events. | |
| 17. Rahul Kanwal was honored as "The Youngest News Anchor" by Zee News. | |
| 18. He has over 25 years of experience in broadcast journalism. | |
| 19. He is a Chevening Scholar and has studied International Broadcast Journalism at Cardiff University. | |
| 20. He has over 4.5 million followers on Twitter. |