Raghav Juyal is an Indian dancer, choreographer, and television presenter. He came into the limelight after he participated in ZEE TV’s dance reality show Dance India Dance Season 3.
Wiki/Biography
Raghav Juyal was born on 10 July 1991 (age 33 years, as of 2024) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. His zodiac sign is Cancer. He did his schooling at Doon International School, Dehradun. Soon after completing his higher secondary education, he pursued a Bachelor of Commerce at DAV (PG) College, Dehradun. Fascinated with dance since childhood, Raghav often participated in several cultural school events. In addition to that, he was part of his college’s dance club and showcased his dance skills in several college events.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
Family
He belongs to a Garhwali family in Dehradun.
Parents & Siblings
Born and brought up in a middle-class family in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, his father, Deepak Juyal, is an advocate. Meanwhile, his mother, Alka Bakshi Juyal, is a homemaker. Moreover, he has a brother, Yashasvi Juyal, who is a film director.
Wife
He is unmarried.
Relationships/Affairs
In July 2023, rumours circulated that Raghav Juyal was in a relationship with actress Shehnaaz Gill. The news circulated during Salman Khan’s Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’s promotional event. Meanwhile, during one of the events, Khan mentioned that he witnessed chemistry being built on the set; however, none of them initiated. Salman Said, I saw chemistry being built between two people on set. But nothing happened, at least from one person’s end. The other one was eager.”
However, later, Raghav Juyal squashed the dating rumours saying that he is single.
Religion
He follows Hinduism.
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Career
Reality Shows
In 2011, he made his reality show debut with the show Chak Dhoom Dhoom 2, wherein he appeared as a participant. In the same year, he participated in Dance India Dance 3 auditions, but he wasn’t selected in the Top 18 by the grand master in Mega Auditions. However, owing to his viral audition video, he was introduced as a wild-card entry. Later, he emerged as the second runner-up in the show.
Soon after, he appeared as a captain and host in many reality shows like Dance Ke Superkids (2012), Dance India Dance Super Moms (2013), and Nach Baliye 7 (2015). Subsequently, in 2016, he participated in the stunt reality show, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7. Moreover, he has been featured in numerous reality shows like Dance Plus 4 (2018), Dance Plus 5 (2019), and Super Dancer 4 (2021).
Films
In 2014, Raghav Juyal made his acting debut with the Hindi-language film Sonali Cable, in which he played Sada. The next year, he played Raghav in the Hindi dance film.ABCD 2. In 2020, he worked in two films, Street Dancer 3D and Bahut Hua Samman. Subsequently, in 2023, he played Ishq in Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ka Jaan. Meanwhile, his upcoming acting projects are Wedlock, Hasla, Yudhra, and Kill.
Controversy
Slammed For Racist Rhetoric
In 2021, a section of netizens slammed Raghav Juyal for mocking a 6-year-old Assamese girl with a Chinese accent. Meanwhile, this came from a short video from Dance Deewane 3 where Raghav was seen introducing the contestant Gunjan Sinha to Gibberish Chinese. Nevertheless, soon after the video went viral, Assam CM Hemant Biswa Sharma condemned Juyal’s racist remark. He Tweeted, 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 unacceptable. Racism has no place in our country and we should all condemn it unequivocally.”
However, later, Raghav took to Instagram to clarify the misunderstanding. He explained that owing to Gunjan’s hobby of speaking Chinese, it was part of the script. In addition to it, Raghav apologised for hurting sentiments.
Awards and Nominations
- 2016: Nominee for Most Entertaining Jury/ Host (TV) – Non-Fiction Dance Plus at the BIG Star Entertainment Awards in India
- 2015: Best Anchor Dance Plus Nominee at the Indian Telly Awards
- 2017: Nominated for the Favourite Mazedar Sadasya Dance Plus Award at the Star Parivaar Awards
Car Collection
As of 2024, Raghav Juyal owns a luxurious BMW X5 worth INR 80 lakhs among his other cars.
Salary
Raghav Juyal was paid a whopping remuneration of INR 1.2 Crores for his role in Salman Khan’s Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ka Jaan (2023).
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Net Worth
As of 2024, he has an estimated net worth of $4 million, which in INR is 33 crore, according to several media houses.
Facts/Trivia
- Raghav Juyal earned the title “King of Slow Motion” for his exceptional ability to perform dance moves in slow motion. Additionally, his stage name, Cockroaxz, describes his amalgamation of crocodile and cockroach.
- During the nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he offered help to several groups of people in Uttarakhand. During the nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he offered help to several groups of people in Uttarakhand. Although he faced exposure to COVID-19, he continued helping people during the tough times.
- Besides being an incredible dancer, he is also a fervent football player. Moreover, he often showcases his football skills in several matches on the turf in Mumbai suburbs.
- In his leisure time, he likes watching movies and reading novels. Meanwhile, he is fond of watching Iranian movies.
- In addition to dancing, Raghav likes playing musical instruments. Meanwhile, it started when he played a drum in his school band.
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
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