Rannvijay Singh

Rannvijay Singh Singha (born 16 March 1983) is an Indian actor, television personality, and VJ. He first gained national recognition after winning the first season of MTV Roadies in 2003. After his victory, he became one of the most recognizable faces of the show, later serving as a host, mentor, and gang leader for many seasons.

Rannvijay Singha
Full name	Rannvijay Singh Singha
Born	16 March 1983 Jalandhar, Punjab, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Actor, Television host, VJ
Known for	Winner and host of MTV Roadies
Education	Hansraj College, University of Delhi (B.Com Hons.)
Father	Lt. Gen. Iqbal Singh Singha
Mother	Baljeet Kaur
Spouse	Prianka Vohra (m. 2014)
Children	2 (Kainaat, Jahaanvir)
Years active	2003–present

Over the years, Rannvijay has worked in television, films, and digital media, establishing himself as a popular youth icon in the Indian entertainment industry.

Early Life and Education

Rannvijay Singha was born on 16 March 1983 in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. He comes from a distinguished military family.

His father, Lt. General Iqbal Singh Singha, served in the Indian Army and later became a United Nations Force Commander in Syria. His mother, Baljeet Kaur, is a poet.

Due to his father's transferable military career, Rannvijay studied in several schools across India. He eventually completed his schooling at Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, New Delhi.

He later graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from Hansraj College, University of Delhi.

Career

MTV Roadies

Rannvijay became widely known after participating in MTV Roadies Season 1 in 2003. His determination, leadership qualities, and strong personality helped him win the competition.

Following his victory, he remained associated with the show for many years. He later returned as a host, mentor, and gang leader, becoming one of the most recognizable figures in the history of the show.

His long association with Roadies lasted nearly two decades and helped shape the show's identity.

Television Hosting

Apart from Roadies, Rannvijay hosted several MTV shows including:

• MTV Splitsvilla
• MTV Stuntmania
• MTV Troll Police
• MTV Force India – The Fast and the Gorgeous

His energetic personality and natural hosting style made him popular among young audiences.

Film Career

Rannvijay made his Bollywood debut with the film "Toss: A Flip of Destiny" in 2009.

He later appeared in several films including:

• London Dreams (2009) – alongside Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn
• Action Replayy (2010)
• Dharti (2011) – Punjabi film

Though his film career was selective, his performances were appreciated by audiences.

Web Series and Digital Media

In the digital streaming era, Rannvijay appeared in web series such as:

• Mismatched (Netflix) – where he played Professor Siddharth Sinha
• Forbidden Love (ZEE5)

These roles helped him expand his presence beyond traditional television.

Personal Life

Rannvijay married Prianka Vohra on 14 April 2014 in Mombasa, Kenya.

The couple has two children:

• Daughter – Kainaat (born 2017)
• Son – Jahaanvir (born 2021)

He often shares moments from his family life on social media.

Interests and Activities

Rannvijay is known for his passion for motorcycles and adventure sports. His bike collection includes motorcycles such as:

• Suzuki GSX-R600
• Royal Enfield

He is also a basketball enthusiast and supports the NBA team Golden State Warriors.

In addition to entertainment, he has been involved in sports entrepreneurship and previously co-owned the I-League football club Minerva Punjab FC.

Legacy

Rannvijay Singha is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Indian reality television. His journey from winning MTV Roadies to becoming one of its longest-serving hosts is considered unique in the history of Indian TV.

His career reflects adaptability and versatility, moving successfully between reality television, films, web series, and sports ventures.