Raghav Juyal Height, Age, Girlfriend, Wife, Family, Biography & More

Bio/Wiki
Nickname	Crockroaxz [1]Hindustan Times
Profession(s)	Dancer, Actor, Television host
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	in centimeters– 178 cm in meters– 1.78 m in feet & inches– 5’ 10”
Weight (approx.)	in kilograms– 70 kg in pounds– 155 lbs
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black
Career
Debut	Film: Sonali Cable as Sada (2014) TV: Dance India Dance Season 3 (Contestant)
Personal Life
Date of Birth	10 July 1991 (Wednesday)
Age (as of 2021)	30 Years
Birthplace	Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Zodiac sign	Cancer
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Pauri, Uttarakhand
School	Doon International School, Dehradun
College/University	DAV (PG) College, Dehradun
Educational Qualification	Bachelor of Commerce [2]DailyHunt
Food Habit	Non-Vegetarian [3]Instagram-Raghav Juyal
Hobbies	Drawing, Traveling
Controversy	On 16 November 2021, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to Twitter to condemn racism “unequivocally” after a contestant from Guwahati on Colors TV’s “Dance Deewane 3” was subjected to racist rhetoric. In a clip of the show, that had gone viral on social media, the show’s host-dancer Raghav Juyal is seen mocking a contestant, Gunjan Sinha, from the North-east while introducing her; he spoke gibberish, seemingly to mock Mandarin, the language spoken by the Chinese people. Juyal is heard saying in the 40-second clip – “People might not be able to understand her Chinese but they surely understand her dance.” In his tweet, the Chief Minister wrote – “It has come to my notice that a popular reality show host has used racist rhetoric against a young participant from Guwahati. This is shameful and totally unacceptable. Racism has no place in our country and we should all condemn it unequivocally.” Later, Mr. Juyal shared a video on Instagram in an attempt to “clarify the misunderstanding.” In the video, he said, “When the children come on the show, we ask them what their hobbies are. Gunjan said ‘I can talk in Chinese, I have this talent’. And we used to laugh at the things children say. When we asked her to speak Chinese, she started talking in gibberish. From there onwards, we would ask her to speak in ‘Chinese’ on every episode or ask her to speak in the language of another planet!” Towards the end of the video, he apologised and said, “I’m so sorry if I’ve hurt your sentiments. It was neither my or Colors channel’s motives that something like this happens. But before making a clip viral and judging, I’d really want you to watch the whole show.” [4]The Hindu
Relationships & More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Affairs/Girlfriends	Shehnaz Kaur Gill (actor, model, singer) (rumoured) Note: In 2023, Raghav was rumoured to be dating Shehnaz; however, in an interview, he clarified that he was single. [5]India Today
Family
Wife/Spouse	N/A
Parents	Father– Deepak Juyal (Advocate) Mother– Alka Bakshi Juyal (Homemaker)
Siblings	Brother– Yashasvi Juyal (Film Director)
Favourites
Food	Rajma Chawal
Actor(s)	Irrfan Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Actress	Alia Bhatt
Film	Step Up (2006)
Dancer(s)	Prabhu Deva, Michael Jackson
Cricketer	Sachin Tendulkar
Quote	Fame is a devil and art is an angel.
Travel Destination	Uttarakhand

Some Lesser Known Facts About Raghav Juyal

• Raghav Juyal, also recognized as ‘The King of Slow Motion,’ is a multi-talented Indian individual who excels in acting, dancing, hosting television shows, and choreographing. He has gained fame for his unique slow-motion dance style and his quick-witted sense of humor.

• Raghav Juyal, born and raised in the small city of Dehradun in Uttrakhand, had a deep passion for dancing from a young age. He actively participated in various dancing competitions held in his city. Initially, his parents were not supportive of his unconventional career choice. However, their perspective changed when he got selected for ‘Dance India Dance.’ Raghav, while describing his struggle to become a dancer, shared that in the past, he used to practice his music in secret. Whenever his father came home, he would swiftly hide his instruments and pretend to be engrossed in studying. He felt the need to prove himself to his parents, and he did so by showing unwavering dedication to his practice. However, everything changed after his success in ‘Dance India Dance.’ His parents were filled with joy and expressed their happiness, encouraging him to solely focus on pursuing his passion. They firmly believed that this was his true calling in life. The photograph showcases Raghav Juyal during his childhood, and the trophies displayed are the ones he won at various dance competitions.
• In 2011, Raghav Juyal made his national television debut on the dance show ‘Chak Dhoom Dhoom 2 – Team Challenge!!’ aired on Colors TV. He was a member of the D-Maniax dance crew, which also included Tapan Tiwari, Chander Neutron, Manoj Proton, and Akshit Juyal. The show featured Mallika Sherawat, Terence Lewis, and Javed Jaffrey as the judges, with Pravesh Rana as the host. Following this, Raghav went on to become a captain for the dance team ‘Yahoo’ on the show ‘Dance Ke Superkids.’

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• Raghav auditioned for the reality dance show ‘Dance India Dance Season 3’ on Zee TV in 2013. He impressed the judges Geeta Kapur, Terence Lewis, Remo D’Souza, and Grand Master Mithun Chakraborty with his slow-motion dance style. However, he couldn’t clear the mega auditions. Despite this setback, Raghav’s audition video went viral on the internet and the audience demanded his return to the show. As a result, he was brought back as a wildcard contestant. Due to his unique slow-motion moves and comedic talent, Raghav became the most popular contestant of ‘Dance India Dance Season 3.’ He ultimately finished as the second runner-up of the competition.

• After establishing himself as a dancer, Raghav shifted his focus towards choreography. He made his debut in this field with ‘DID Li’l Masters (Season 2)’ on Zee TV, where he became the skipper for the team Raghav Ke Rockstars. He choreographed Saumya Rai and Rohan Parkdale for the show, and together, they delivered outstanding performances that captured the hearts of the audience. Raghav was the only skipper in the competition to guide both his students to the finale, where Saumya Rai was declared the second runner up and Rohan Parkdale was declared the third runner-up for DID Li’l Masters (Season 2).

• Afterwards, Raghav joined the cast of Zee TV’s children’s dance competition, ‘Dance Ke Superkids- Battle of the Baaps.’ The panel of judges included Geeta Kapur, Farah Khan, and Marzi Pestonji, and the contestants were selected from the first two seasons of DID L’il Masters. Raghav Juyal led the team Yahoo from DID L’il Masters Season 2, which consisted of Faisal Khan, Soumya Rai, Rohan Parkale, Om Chetri, Jeet Das, Shalini Moitra, and Tanay Malhara.

• Raghav Juyal entered the world of acting in 2014 through the film ‘Sonali Cable,’ directed by Charudutt Acharya. He portrayed the character of Sada, the owner of an internet cable wire shop. Despite receiving praise from critics for his acting skills and on-screen presence, the film did not perform well commercially. However, Raghav went on to be a part of several highly successful films such as ABCD 2, Nawabzaade, Street Dancer 3D, and Bahut Hua Samman. It was in ABCD 2 that Raghav Juyal’s image truly captivated the audience.

• In 2014, Raghav Juyal took on the role of a host for the first time in Remo D’Souza’s reality dance show “Dance Plus,” which was broadcasted on StarPlus. Raghav’s performance as a host was absolutely fantastic. With his remarkable sense of humor, he effortlessly brought laughter to everyone and proved to be an exceptional host for the show. Throughout the show, he was often seen playfully teasing the mentors Dharmesh Yelande, Shakti Mohan, and Punit Pathak. The accompanying image showcases Raghav Juyal during his time on “Dance Plus.”

• Raghav Juyal rose to immense fame as a host on the hit show ‘Dance Plus.’ Following his success, he went on to host several other popular shows such as Dance Plus 2, Dance Champions, Dance Plus (season 3), Rising Star, Dance Plus (season 4), Dil Hai Hindustani (season 2), and Dance Deewane season 3. Raghav Juyal shared the stage with the esteemed judges of Dance Deewane.

• Raghav Juyal was a participant on the stunt-based reality television series “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7” in 2016. The show was hosted by actor Arjun Kapoor and included contestants such as Sidharth Shukla, Sana Saeed, Mukti Mohan, Tanishaa Mukerji, Vivian Dsena, and many others. Raghav proved to be a formidable competitor and made it to the top 5 finalists of the show. He stood alongside his fellow contestants on Khatron Ke Khiladi.

• Raghav Juyal has been a guest on several television reality shows, such as Nach Baliye 7, Super Dancer, Entertainment Ki Raat, and India’s Best Dancer. In 2019, he also made an appearance on the game show ‘Khatra Khatra Khatra’ hosted by Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa.

• Raghav Juyal was announced to join the cast of Abhay 2, an Indian thriller web series on ZEE5, in August 2020. He accepted the offer to portray a negative character as a way to challenge and explore his acting skills. Upon reading the script, he was immediately captivated and excited by the unique blend of intrigue, challenge, and risk that the character presented. To authentically portray this role, Raghav willingly embraced emotional vulnerability and delved into uncharted territory within himself. This opportunity allowed him to discover new dimensions of his acting abilities. Additionally, he acknowledged that taking on this role comes with a risk, as it marks his transformation from the playful and mischievous Raghav into an antagonist, which audiences will witness for the first time. The character is complex and driven by a traumatic past, justifying his actions. Through embodying this character, Raghav gained valuable knowledge and personal growth.

• Raghav is renowned for his captivating and humble nature. He finds immense joy in vacationing in his hometown. In an interview, he expressed, “I find it advantageous that when I visit my grandparents in the tranquil hill station village, there is no prevalence of television-watching culture. This absence allows me to be perceived as an ordinary individual rather than a celebrity. The villagers, including my childhood companions, treat me as an equal, which helps me stay grounded. Irrespective of my future accomplishments, I will always maintain a strong connection to reality.”

• When asked about his experience in the entertainment industry and forming friendships there, Raghav Juyal expressed his indifference towards the opinions of those in the industry. Except for a few close friends like Dharmesh bhai, he prefers spending time in his hometown, Garhwal. According to him, his true friends reside there, not in the industry. He has no desire to conform to social circles or attend high-profile parties with strangers. Instead, he finds joy in the company of his friends in Dehradun and only returns for work purposes. The thoughts of others hold no significance to him as his main focus is on producing quality work, connecting with genuine individuals, and leading a dignified life.

• During the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown, Raghav Juyal became a hero for his home state of Uttarakhand. Initially, Raghav began helping those around him by providing food and essential items. He then went on to donate 20 large oxygen cylinders, 40 cannulas, and 20 oxymeters in Pauri. However, he soon realized that this small contribution would not have a significant impact on those in need, as Uttarakhand lacked sufficient medical facilities to combat the increasing number of COVID-19 cases.<br><br>In response to this worsened situation, Raghav and his friends formed a team of volunteers to aid the state. He actively used his social media accounts to campaign for donations and assistance to help those in need. Alongside a team of over 100 volunteers, Raghav worked tirelessly day and night to acquire oxygen cylinders, beds, and medicines. They continuously appealed for more support and aid.<br><br>Raghav also took to Instagram, sharing a video in which he expressed his foundation’s readiness to support the government in any way possible to ensure Uttarakhand’s safety from the coronavirus. In the video, Raghav can be seen wearing a PPE kit, standing alongside a group of Uttarakhand Police officers.
• Raghav Juyal was highly praised for his efforts in aiding people during the pandemic. In a recent interview, he shared that he promptly moved to his hometown, Pauri in Uttarakhand, after the restrictions were announced in Maharashtra. Unfortunately, he contracted COVID-19 and had to undergo a two-week quarantine at home. During this time, he realized the dire impact on the surrounding area and the inadequately equipped health facilities. Witnessing the scarcity of medicines, he felt compelled to take action and provide support to prevent individuals from having to travel to cities for treatment. Consequently, after recovering from COVID-19, he initiated efforts to assist individuals in rural areas of Uttarakhand by supplying essential materials to local health centers.

• Raghav Juyal is calling on companies to provide aid to Uttarakhand in the fight against Covid-19. In a video shared on Instagram, he offers to promote brands for free, on the condition that they contribute money or resources to help the state. Typically, Raghav collaborates with brands and companies in exchange for professional fees, but he is now seeking their support in raising funds for Uttarakhand. He is willing to waive his fees if they assist those affected by the crisis. Interested parties can contact @nyogesh81 for relief collaboration, and more information can be found in Raghav’s bio.

• Raghav, while serving his hometown during the pandemic, contracted the COVID-19 virus. As a result, he had to take a break from hosting the reality dance show ‘Dance Deewane Season 3’, which was temporarily taken over by Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa. Raghav responded to this by expressing his appreciation for the many dance shows currently on television. He welcomed someone taking his place and performing well, and he eagerly anticipated his return to the show. Raghav acknowledged television’s role in providing him with opportunities but stated that he never felt insecure about such matters.

• Raghav Juyal has a strong passion for engaging in adventure sports, particularly in the beautiful state of Uttarakhand. Alongside his group of friends, he frequently ventures into the state, exploring its various offerings. Raghav’s captivating hiking and trekking photos and videos consistently capture the attention of internet users, quickly going viral. The Uttarakhand government has taken notice of his commendable efforts in promoting the state and its rich culture. Witnessing Raghav Juyal and his friends embark on a thrilling mountain hike is always an exhilarating experience.

• Raghav, like many other Bollywood actors, has experienced the negative impact of nepotism in the industry. He shared how he lost a film because higher authorities and senior actors favored someone else. Raghav believes that nepotism exists in various fields, even in schools, and it is our responsibility to address and handle it appropriately. He personally encountered nepotism in the entertainment industry as well. Despite going through an audition process and receiving approval from the casting director and the director, he unexpectedly received a call apologizing that the higher authority and actors involved in the film preferred someone else for his role. Unfortunately, these situations occur frequently, and it is often beyond our control to change them.

• Raghav Juyal, a philanthropist, is actively involved with various NGOs and foundations, utilizing his significant social media presence to raise awareness about societal issues.

• In January 2021, Raghav Juyal became embroiled in controversy over alleged disrespect towards Hindu religious sentiments. Juyal had posted a video on his social media platform, depicting a Hawan ceremony at his home, where he and his family members participated. While the rest of his family made offerings to the sacred fire, accompanied by the recitation of holy verses and ‘shlokas’ by the priest, Juyal was seen sitting on a chair during the ritual. This sparked a negative response in the comment section, prompting Juyal to address the issue in a post on his Instagram account, explaining his reasons for sitting on the chair.
• Raghav is an active participant in discussions surrounding current social affairs. He is renowned for his strong-willed nature, as he firmly stands by his personal opinions and remains unswayed by others.