Quick Info
| Profession | Celebrity Chef, Restaurateur, Author, TV Show Judge, Food Columnist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 08/02/1978 |
| Age | 48 years |
| Birthplace | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Ranveer Brar
21/08/2026
Ranveer Brar spoke publicly about Anthony Bourdain’s biopic and reflected on how Bourdain challenged stereotypes around chefs and food storytelling. The interview highlighted Brar’s perspective on Bourdain’s broader cultural influence beyond the kitchen.
16/04/2026
Ranveer Brar was appointed as the brand ambassador for Odisha to promote Odia cuisine and culture. The appointment was announced during Odia Paksha celebrations and was positioned as a move to take the state's culinary heritage to a wider global audience.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Ranveer Singh Brar |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | H. A. L. School, Lucknow |
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| College/University | Institute of Hotel Management, Lucknow; Culinary Institute of America (CIA), New York; Le Cordon Bleu, Paris |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Hotel Management (culinary); Advanced culinary courses |
Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Caste | Jatt |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Pallavi (chef) |
| Marriage Date | 14/07/2013 |
Family
| Father | Ishwar Singh (worked at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) |
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| Mother | Surinder Kaur |
| Siblings | Shalu |
| Spouse | Pallavi |
| Children | Ishaan Brar |
Career
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Favourites
| Chef | Heston Blumenthal |
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| Food | Kebabs, Biryani, Khichdi, Murgh Choley, Dahi Phulki, Dorra Kebab (signature dish) |
| Cooking Ingredient(s) | Ghee, Coriander Leaves |
| Cuisine(s) | Italian, Lucknowi, Mediterranean, International |
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| Sport | Cricket |
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Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ranveer Brar is a prominent Indian chef, known for his roles as a restaurateur, author, and TV show judge. | |
| 2. He has judged on three seasons of MasterChef India, a popular cooking reality TV show. | |
| 3. During his childhood, Ranveer developed a love for communal cooking while visiting a gurdwara with his grandfather. | |
| 4. Assisting a priest in making sweet rice at the gurudwara sparked his interest in cooking. | |
| 5. Despite initial opposition, Ranveer pursued his passion for cooking from his teenage years. | |
| 6. At just 25, he became the youngest executive chef at a five-star hotel in India. | |
| 7. Ranveer has worked in renowned establishments like the Taj Group of Hotels, Radisson, and Claridges Hotel. | |
| 8. He is married to Pallavi and they have a son named Ishaan Brar, both also chefs. | |
| 9. Several awards and honors have recognized Ranveer's contributions to the culinary world. | |
| 10. Known for his expertise in Lucknowi and Italian cuisines, he has authored books and hosted cooking shows. | |
| 11. Ranveer mentors at universities, conducts workshops, and endorses various brands. | |
| 12. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with his family and dogs. | |
| 13. At age 17, he ran away from home and learned to cook from Ustad Munir Ahmed, one of Lucknow's oldest kebab vendors. | |
| 14. His signature dish is Dorra Kebab, a skewered, well-spiced minced lamb kebab cocooned in silk thread and cooked over coals. | |
| 15. He has represented Indian food across the globe for over 20 years. | |
| 16. Ranveer has demonstrated innovative culinary techniques, including using watermelon as a substitute for tuna in sushi, sashimi, and tartare. | |
| 17. He grew up in Lucknow in a joint family with a huge farmhouse, where farm-to-table living was their way of life. | |
| 18. He has accumulated more than 4.5 million followers on Instagram. | |
| 19. He comes from a family of restaurant owners and was raised with a strong interest in food, spices, and cooking. | |
| 20. He proposed to his wife Pallavi over a meal he prepared on Marco Island, Florida. | |
| 21. The couple married in a traditional Marathi wedding ceremony. |