Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Host, Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/10/1975 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Jaipur, Rajasthan, India |
Latest News about Rajeev Khandelwal
14/07/2025
Rajeev Khandelwal discussed why he quit Kahiin To Hoga, saying he chose creative quality over money and was not comfortable staying in a project that did not match his expectations. The interview also noted his recent work in the 2025 web show The Secret of the Shiledars, indicating his continued presence in digital entertainment.
12/06/2025
Rajeev Khandelwal reacted to the Ahmedabad plane crash and spoke about a personal connection with the city, saying the tragedy felt especially upsetting to him. The coverage framed his comments as a response to the emotional impact of the disaster rather than a career announcement.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Raj |
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| Full Name | Rajeev Khandelwal |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Chest | 40 Inches |
| Waist | 32 Inches |
| Biceps | 14 Inches |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jaipur |
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| College/University | St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry |
Personal Life
| Religion | Atheist |
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| Hobbies | Horse Riding, Reading, Cooking, Gymming, Playing Tennis & Squash |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 07/02/2011 |
| Spouse | Manjiri Kamtikar |
Family
| Father | Col. C.L. Khandelwal (Retired Army Personnel) |
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| Mother | Vijayalaxmi Khandelwal |
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| Spouse | Manjiri Kamtikar (m. 2011-present) |
| Children | Swati (adopted in 2007) |
Career
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| Notable Roles |
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| Hosting | Sacch Ka Saamna Season 1 (2009) | ||||
| Directing | Filmy Chakkar (Television Series) |
Favourites
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| Beverage | Green Tea | ||||
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| Book | The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand | ||||
| Fashion Designers |
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| Colour | Blue | ||||
| Perfume | Bleu De Chanel | ||||
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Style Quotient
| Cleanliness | An important aspect of his life, could not be compromised at any cost |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/simplyrajeev/ | |
| https://twitter.com/RK1610IsMe | |
| Official Website | https://www.rajeevkhandelwal.in |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Discovered passion for acting at a young age during 3rd grade. | |
| 2. Launched television career in 1998 by portraying Maharaj in 'Banphool'. | |
| 3. Presented seasons 1 and 2 of the show 'Sacch Ka Saamna'. | |
| 4. Opted for an Arya Samaj wedding ceremony. | |
| 5. Aspires to construct a dream home inspired by Shahrukh Khan’s 'Mannat', intending to name it 'Jannat'. | |
| 6. Prefers to avoid onscreen kissing scenes for personal comfort. | |
| 7. Made TV debut in 1998 by portraying Maharaj in Banphool on DD National. | |
| 8. During final years of college, considered joining the army and was thrown out of his house due to indecisive nature. | |
| 9. Stayed with drivers at his cousin's friend's flat in Delhi during struggling days. | |
| 10. Reconnected with parents after 3 years when his first documentary was telecast. | |
| 11. Gifted his parents a cordless phone from his first salary. | |
| 12. Started career directing the television series 'Filmy Chakkar' | |
| 13. Played the role of Basant in the Indo-Australian film 'Salt Bridge' (2015) |