Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Dancer, Choreographer, Anchor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 07/03/1991 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Shantanu Maheshwari
24/08/2026
Shantanu Maheshwari was a guest speaker at the Mumbai edition of Arena Animation's Perspectives 2026, an industry event for animation, gaming, VFX and digital media students. The event drew more than 1,000 students and industry professionals and marked Arena Animation's 30-year milestone. He spoke about discipline, continuous learning and resilience as keys to turning creative dreams into careers.
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Bio/Wiki
| Shantanu Maheshwari is an Indian actor, dancer, and choreographer born into a Marwari family in Kolkata. | |
| He completed early education at The Park English School and St. Joseph's College, Kolkata. | |
| He graduated from H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai. | |
| Religion: Hinduism. | |
| Food Habit: Vegetarian. | |
| Zodiac Sign: Pisces. | |
| Shantanu Maheshwari is an Indian actor, dancer, choreographer, and host born into a Marwari family in Kolkata. | |
| He completed his early education at The Park English School and St. Joseph's College, Kolkata. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 60 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Measurements | Chest: 38 Inches, Waist: 30 Inches, Biceps: 13 Inches |
Educational Qualification(s)
| St. Joseph's College, Kolkata | |
| The Park English School, Kolkata | |
| H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign: Pisces |
Relationships & More
| Girlfriend | Nityaami Shirke |
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Family
| Siblings | 1 (Name, elder) |
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Career
| Debut | TV: Dil Dosti Dance (2011) |
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| Famous Role | Swayam Shekhawat in Dil Dosti Dance |
| Film Debut | Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) |
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| Web Series | Ishq In The Air (2024), playing Naman opposite Medha Rana |
Favourites
| Food | Mishti Doi, Street Food |
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| Actors | |
| Actress | Angelina Jolie |
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| Musician | Sonu Nigam |
| TV Shows | Big Bang Theory |
| Song | Rooth Ke Humse Kabhi from the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar |
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| Perfume | Davidoff |
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| Tennis Player | Roger Federer |
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| Cartoon | Tom & Jerry |
| Dress | Jeans n T-shirts |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shantanu Maheshwari does not smoke. | |
| 2. He was born in Kolkata into a middle-class family. | |
| 3. Shantanu began dancing at age 8, supported by his mother who recognized his talent. | |
| 4. In his childhood, he excelled in sports, particularly Badminton. | |
| 5. At 8, he participated in dance reality shows like Kya Masti Kya Dhoom and India’s Got Talent season 1. | |
| 6. Despite initial hesitation, Shantanu's passion for dance led him to pursue it as a career. | |
| 7. He aspired to be a Chartered Accountant when he was young. | |
| 8. Shantanu was part of his college's Street Soul Dance Crew (SSDC). | |
| 9. Specializing in Popping and Waving dance styles, he is proficient in various forms of dance. | |
| 10. He gained fame for his role in Dil Dosti Dance on Channel V. | |
| 11. His dance inspirations include Govinda, Javed Jaffery, and Prabhu Deva. | |
| 12. Shantanu is an avid tennis fan, especially of Roger Federer. | |
| 13. He was the second runner-up in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9 in 2016. | |
| 14. Shantanu won Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 8 in 2017. | |
| 15. He has appeared in episodic roles in various TV series and music videos. | |
| 16. Shantanu has featured in commercials for HP Inc., Netflix, and more. | |
| 17. He played lead roles in web series like XXX and Medically Yourrs. | |
| 18. In 2019, Shantanu participated in Nach Baliye with his girlfriend, Nityaami Shirke. | |
| 19. He shares a strong bond with his D3 co-star, Vrushika Mehta. | |
| 20. In real life, Shantanu describes himself as shy and introverted. | |
| 21. He credits his mother as his biggest influence. | |
| 22. Shantanu admitted to being a mischievous and demanding child in an interview. | |
| 23. He is a member of the dance group Desi Hoppers, known for winning World of Dance in 2015. | |
| 24. In 2016, Shantanu and his crew performed on America's Got Talent Season 11. | |
| 25. His team represented India at an international dance championship in Malaysia, finishing third. | |
| 26. He moved to Mumbai to pursue acting after graduating from college. |
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