Raghav Juyal Biography: Height, Age, Family, Wealth and Lifestyle
Raghav Juyal, an Indian dancer, choreographer, and television presenter, rose to prominence through his participation in ZEE TV’s dance reality show Dance India Dance Season 3.
Early Life and Education
Born on July 10, 1991, in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, Raghav Juyal attended Doon International School for his schooling. Following his secondary education, he pursued a Bachelor of Commerce degree at DAV (PG) College, Dehradun. Since childhood, Raghav had a passion for dance, actively participating in cultural events at school and college, and showcasing his talents in various dance performances.
Physical Attributes
- Height: Approximately 5′ 10″
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
Family Background
Raghav comes from a Garhwali family in Dehradun. His father, Deepak Juyal, is an advocate, while his mother, Alka Bakshi Juyal, is a homemaker. He also has a brother named Yashasvi Juyal, who works as a film director.
Personal Life
As of now, Raghav Juyal is unmarried. In July 2023, rumors circulated about his relationship with actress Shehnaaz Gill during the promotional event of Salman Khan’s “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.” However, Raghav clarified later that he is single.
Career Highlights
Raghav’s journey in the entertainment industry started with his appearance on the reality show “Chak Dhoom Dhoom 2” in 2011. Despite not being initially selected in the top 18 contestants of Dance India Dance 3, his viral audition video earned him a wildcard entry, eventually securing the position of the 2nd runner-up.
He went on to host and captain several reality shows such as “Dance Ke Superkids” (2012), “Dance India Dance Super Moms” (2013), and “Nach Baliye 7” (2015). In 2016, he participated in “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7.” Raghav has also been featured in other reality shows like “Dance Plus 4” (2018), “Dance Plus 5” (2019), and “Super Dancer 4” (2021).
In addition to his television career, Raghav ventured into acting with his debut in the Hindi film “Sonali Cable” (2014). He gained further recognition for his role in “ABCD 2” (2015) and has since appeared in films like “Street Dancer 3D” and “Bahut Hua Samman” (both 2020). His upcoming projects include “Wedlock,” “Hasla,” “Yudhra,” and “Kill.”
Controversies
In 2021, Raghav faced criticism for allegedly mocking a 6-year-old Assamese girl with a Chinese accent on the show “Dance Deewane 3.” However, he later clarified on Instagram that it was part of the script, apologizing for any offense caused.
Achievements and Recognition
Raghav Juyal has received nominations for various awards, including Most Entertaining Jury/Host (TV) at the BIG Star Entertainment Awards in 2016 and Best Anchor at the Indian Telly Awards in 2015.
Wealth and Lifestyle
As of 2023, Raghav Juyal owns a BMW X5 among his other cars and reportedly earned a substantial remuneration for his role in “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ka Jaan.” His estimated net worth is around $4 million.
Trivia
- Raghav is nicknamed the “King of Slow Motion” for his remarkable ability to perform dance moves in slow motion.
- During the COVID-19 lockdown, he extended help to various marginalized communities in Uttarakhand despite facing exposure to the virus himself.
- Apart from dance, Raghav enjoys playing football, watching movies (particularly Iranian cinema), reading novels, and playing musical instruments, sparked by his involvement in his school band.
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.