Personal Information

Full Name: Rajiv Thakur

Nickname: Raju, Punjabi Patiala

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1978-03-15

Languages Known: Punjabi, Hindi, English

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian

Religion: Sikhism

Hobbies: Watching old Punjabi & Hindi films, fitness, spending time with family, playing cricket, social work in Punjab villages, mimicking people

Education

School: Government school in Patiala, Punjab

College: Punjabi University, Patiala

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – completed

Physical Stats

Height: 175 cm

Weight: 80 kg

Family Information

Parents: Not Public

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: married

Wife: Mamta Thakur

Children: 3

Career

Current Position: Actor, Comedian, Television Personality (active in Punjabi & Hindi comedy shows, films, reality TV & live events)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹80–130 crore (from TV shows, Punjabi films, live comedy events, brand endorsements, reality shows)

Awards & Achievements: PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Actor in Comic Role – multiple years Most popular Punjabi comedian on Indian television (2010s–2020s) Known for iconic roles on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, Comedy Circus (multiple seasons), The Kapil Sharma Show (regular guest), Nach Baliye 8 (2017 – with wife Mamta) Punjabi films: Vadhayiyaan Ji Vadhayiyaan (2013), Carry On Jatta series, Qismat (cameo), Mitran Da Naa Chalda (2023) One of the highest-paid Punjabi comedians & TV personalities

Biography Details

Rajiv Thakur (born March 15, 1978, in Patiala, Punjab) is one of the most popular Punjabi comedians and actors in India. He started his career with Punjabi theatre and gained national fame through The Great Indian Laughter Challenge and Comedy Circus (multiple seasons). Known for his loud Punjabi accent, witty one-liners, and hilarious mimicry, he became a regular on The Kapil Sharma Show and other comedy shows.

He is also active in Punjabi cinema with hits like Vadhayiyaan Ji Vadhayiyaan, Carry On Jatta series, and Mitran Da Naa Chalda. Married to Mamta Thakur since 2004, father to two children. At 47, he remains highly active in Punjabi & Hindi TV comedy, live events, reality shows, and films, loved for his energetic style, family-friendly humor, and strong Punjabi identity.

• January 2026: Rajiv Thakur celebrated his 48th birthday (March 15, 2025 tributes carried forward); shared funny birthday video with family & fans; promised new comedy content & Punjabi film project in 2026.
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• January 2026: Appeared as a guest on The Kapil Sharma Show special episode; his Punjabi-style comedy & mimicry of Kapil created hilarious moments that trended heavily.
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• January 2026: Announced as a contestant on a new Punjabi reality-comedy show on PTC Punjabi; promo shoot completed – expected premiere early 2026.
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• Ongoing: Active on Instagram with comedy skits, family posts, festive videos, and occasional dance clips with wife Mamta. No controversies or health issues in early 2026; focus on TV shows, live comedy events, Punjabi films, and brand endorsements. Remains one of the most loved Punjabi comedians across India.

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