Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 31/08/1984 |
| Age | 41 years |
| Birthplace | Gurugram, Haryana, India |
Latest News about Rajkummar Rao
Rajkummar Rao and his wife Patralekha welcomed their first child, a daughter named Parvati Paul Rao, on their fourth wedding anniversary. The couple, married since 15 November 2021, announced the birth of their baby girl, marking a joyous family milestone.
At the 69th Filmfare Awards held in Ahmedabad, Rajkummar Rao won the Best Actor (Critics) award for his performance in the biographical film Srikanth. During his acceptance speech, he dedicated the trophy to his soon-to-be-born first child with wife Patralekha. He later shared a video of the emotional moment on social media, expressing his joy about the upcoming arrival of their baby.
Rajkummar Rao and his wife Patralekha announced they are expecting their first child on July 9, 2025. The actor shared the news on Instagram while gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Maalik, surprising fans with this personal milestone.
Rajkummar Rao's comedy film 'Bhool Chuk Maaf', featuring him and Amiqabi, canceled its theatrical release scheduled for May 9 due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The production team announced the film will instead premiere exclusively on Prime Video worldwide on May 16 as a family-friendly OTT release.
Rajkummar Rao was awarded the prestigious 'Star of the Year' at the Showsha Reel Awards 2025. The award recognized his exceptional performances and versatility, making him the standout talent of the year in the industry.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Rajkumar Yadav |
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| Nickname(s) | Raj, Colgate |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 70 Kg (154 lbs) | ||||||
| Eye Color | Dark Brown | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Blue Bells Model School, Gurugram |
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| Degree | Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Ahir (a branch of Yadav community) |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Address | A rented flat at Oberoi Springs in Andheri, Mumbai |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 15/11/2021 |
| Marriage Place | Oberoi Sukhvilas, Chandigarh |
| Affair/Girlfriend | Patralekha (Actress) |
Family
| Wife/Spouse | Patralekha |
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| Father | Satyapal Yadav (Worked as a Patwari, Died in 2019) |
| Mother | Kamlesh Yadav (a Homemaker, Died in 2016) |
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| Children | Parvati Paul Rao (Daughter, born 15/11/2025) |
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| Band | Coldplay | ||||
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Audi Q7 |
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| Bike | Harley Davidson Fat Bob (bought in October 2019; worth Rs. 14.69 Lakh) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/rajkummarrao/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rajkummar Rao does not smoke. | |
| 2. Rajkummar Rao was born in a middle-class joint family in Gurugram. | |
| 3. He admired Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Manoj Bajpayee while growing up. | |
| 4. In his fifth standard, he achieved a national level gold medal in Taekwondo. | |
| 5. During his college days, he commuted for 4-5 hours daily for theater classes. | |
| 6. Mukesh Chhabra was impressed with Rajkummar's acting in a Delhi-based theatre group. | |
| 7. He changed his name from Raj Kumar Yadav to Rajkummar Rao based on numerology. | |
| 8. Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha fell in love while making a short film. | |
| 9. He initially struggled in Mumbai, getting small roles in advertisements. | |
| 10. Rajkummar Rao's first role was a "News Reader" in the film 'Rann'. | |
| 11. He earned his debut role in 'Love Sex Aur Dhokha' after numerous auditions. | |
| 12. Rajkummar Rao did the film 'Talaash' to act alongside Aamir Khan. | |
| 13. He underwent extensive makeup for his role in 'Raabta'. | |
| 14. After reading a biography, Rajkummar Rao embraced reading books. | |
| 15. He is a devoted follower of Lord Ganesha and loves dogs. | |
| 16. Rajkummar Rao was named 'National Icon' by the Election Commission of India. | |
| 17. In 2024, he clarified plastic surgery rumors about his altered appearance in a viral photo. |