Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 11/10/1965 |
| Age | 60 years |
| Birthplace | Nagpur, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Ronit Roy
03/03/2025
Ronit Roy received the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' at the 2025 Indian Television Academy Awards for his enduring contribution to Hindi television over three decades. The award recognized his iconic roles in shows like 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay', and 'Adaalat', cementing his legacy as one of India's most respected TV actors.
15/01/2025
Ronit Roy was announced as the lead actor in the upcoming Hindi web series 'The Night Manager' Season 2, set to premiere on a major streaming platform in late 2025. The series, a continuation of the popular crime drama, will see Roy reprise his role as a high-stakes hotel manager navigating international conspiracies.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Ronit Bose Roy |
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| Also known as | Ronit Roy, Mr Bajaj, Ronit |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| School | Ankur School, Ahmedabad |
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| College/University | The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat; Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad |
| Ethnicity | Bengali |
| Tattoo | On his left bicep - Om with Trishul and Mahamrityunjay Mantra |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Religion | Hindu |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 25/12/2003 |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Neelam Singh |
| Spouse | Neelam Singh |
Family
| Father | Brothindranath Bose Roy (businessman) |
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| Mother | Dolly Bose Roy (worked as a tuition teacher) |
| Siblings | Brother - Rohit Roy (actor, writer, director, and producer) |
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| Previous Spouse | Johaina Mumtaz Khan (niece of Indian actor Dilip Kumar; divorced in 1991) |
Career
| Debut | Film (Hindi): Jaan Tere Naam (1992) as Sunil Sharma; Film (Bengali): Agnishikha (1999) as Prodipta Roy; Film (Telugu): Jai Lava Kusa (2017) as Sarkar Toropantre; Film (Tamil): Bhoomi (2021) as Richard Child; streamed on Disney+ Hotstar; TV (Hindi): Bombay Blue (1997) as Dilip Bharat; streamed on Channel 4 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Notable Roles | Rishabh Bajaj in Kasautii Zindagii Kay (2001); Roy in 24 (Indian version, Season 2); Veer in Adaalat (2010); K.D. Pathak in Adaalat; Dr. Nikhet Khanna in Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar |
Favourites
| Actor | Amitabh Bachchan |
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| Travelling Destination | Goa |
| Shopping Destination | New York City |
| Food | Chole-Bhature, Dal-Chawal, Red Thai Curry, Gujarati Dishes, Dahi Gobi, Galouti Kebabs |
| Restaurant | Saffron and Spices at the Marriott, Legacy of China |
| Cuisine(s) | Indian, Thai, Chinese, Italian, Bengali |
| Outfit | Suit, Kurta Pyjama |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Audi Q7, Audi R8 Spyder, Mercedes Benz S Class S450 4Matic |
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| Bike Collection | Triumph |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ronit Roy is an Indian TV & film actor, known for his role as Rishabh Bajaj in 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay' (2001). | |
| 2. He spent his childhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. | |
| 3. After completing his hotel management diploma, he moved to Mumbai from Gujarat. | |
| 4. Initially in Mumbai, he stayed with director Subhash Ghai, a friend of his father. | |
| 5. His early jobs in Mumbai included roles as an intern and junior artist in films. | |
| 6. Roy has been an actor in various Hindi TV serials and films. | |
| 7. He worked as Aamir Khan's bodyguard before being noticed by Ekta Kapoor. | |
| 8. He has acted in Hindi reality TV shows and hosted various Hindi TV programs. | |
| 9. In 2010, he gained popularity for his role in 'Adaalat' on Sony TV. | |
| 10. His work in Bollywood includes roles in several Hindi films. | |
| 11. Roy has also appeared in Hindi web series and has a security agency serving Indian celebrities. | |
| 12. He is skilled in playing musical instruments like flute, piano, and trumpet. | |
| 13. Roy has been referred to as the "Big B of TV" or the "Amitabh Bachchan of Television". | |
| 14. He once turned down a Hollywood film offer due to prior commitments. | |
| 15. In his free time, he enjoys reading books and traveling. | |
| 16. Roy is religious and has strong faith in Lord Shiva. | |
| 17. In an interview, he disclosed struggles with alcoholism during a career downturn. | |
| 18. Some producers reportedly criticized him for set behavior. | |
| 19. He collects ties and has over 150 from various brands. | |
| 20. Roy has featured in TV commercials and walked the ramp for fashion shows. | |
| 21. He maintains fitness through regular gym sessions. | |
| 22. Although he smokes, he avoids doing so in front of his children. | |
| 23. He worked as a management trainee at Mumbai's Sea Rock Hotel. |