Rajiv Adatia is a British–Indian model, entrepreneur, and TV personality who gained recognition through his participation in the reality show Bigg Boss 15. Rajiv was known for his humor, honesty, and sensitive character, and he became the darling of the audience in no time. After the reality show, he remained in the public eye by giving interviews, having social media interactions, and being vocal about his opinions on Bigg Boss OTT 3 in 2024. Besides television, Rajiv's good rapport with many Bollywood stars is another factor that contributes to his widespread acceptance.

Childhood and Upbringing

Rajiv Adatia saw the light of day on 3 May 1988 in London, United Kingdom, and he is 36 years old now as of 2024. He belongs to a family engaged in business and had to suffer great difficulties due to the untimely death of his father. Rajiv, however, has always kept his connection with Indian culture and family customs even though he spent his childhood in the UK. His upbringing instilled in him a kind-hearted nature, strong morals, and emotional maturity.

Academic Background

Rajiv finished his schooling in London, where he took up the study of Psychology and Performing Arts. This mixture of academics and creativity made him gain confidence on the platform and also made him understand people, which later was useful for him in modeling, entrepreneurship, and TV. Before making a foray into the entertainment industry, he also worked in event management and public relations.

Family and Personal Life

Rajiv comes from a close-knit family. His father’s name was Dilip Adatia, and his mother is Neela Adatia. He has a sister named Deepa Anand. Rajiv is currently unmarried. He has often been linked with actress Sana Makbul, but neither has ever confirmed the rumors.

Career Journey

Rajiv's first step into the professional world was through modeling in London, which turned out to be the right decision, as it also opened up other avenues in the fashion and entertainment industries for him. He later decided to go into the business world, particularly in the areas of event management and PR, where he achieved success and gained recognition in the industry.

The year 2021 was the one that marked Rajiv's biggest breakthrough when he stepped into Bigg Boss 15 as a wild card contestant. He was loved by the audience for his always cheerful character, quick-witted humor, and also sometimes cried and included these emotional outbursts in his performance, making him one of the most unforgettable contestants that season. After Bigg Boss, he became a main voice in the world of reality TV, and in 2024, he did not hide his opinions during Bigg Boss OTT 3 and talked about the contestants, episodes, and scandals with the viewers, whilst being very involved.

Controversies

Rajiv's honesty has been the reason for many controversies surrounding him. During Bigg Boss 15, he had constant clashes with housemates such as Pratik Sehajpal and Ieshaan Sehgaal, which brought both hilarious and intense moments to the show. In 2024, Rajiv was criticized when he demanded the eviction of Armaan Malik from Bigg Boss OTT 3. He labelled the season "too aggressive" and thus his harsh comments sparked discussions on social media.

Net Worth

Rajiv Adatia's net worth is believed to be around ₹8 crore (approximately $1 million). His monthly income varies around ₹9 lakh. The primary sources of his income are modeling, business, appearances on TV, and speeches. He is said to have a Mercedes-Benz and is living a luxurious life.

Interesting Facts

Rajiv has a very close relationship with Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra, whom he regards as a member of his family.
He frequently gives motivational lectures based on his hardships in life and his experiences.
With over 1.5 million followers on Instagram, Rajiv keeps constant communication with the fans and is very active in that regard.
Despite his success, he remains grounded and vocal about mental health and positivity.