Rajesh Jais Age, Wiki and Bio

Rajesh Jais

Quick Info

ProfessionTV & Film Actor, Theatre Artist
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth06/09/1969
Age55 years
BirthplaceRanchi, Jharkhand

Physical Stats & More

Height171 cm (5’ 8”)
Weight69 kg (152 lbs)
Eye ColorGrey Green
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

EducationPost Graduate Course In English Journalism

Personal Life

Date of Birth06/09/1969
BirthplaceRanchi, Jharkhand
Zodiac signVirgo
NationalityIndian
HometownRanchi, Jharkhand
School(s)
  • Government School in Kantatoli in Ranchi, Jharkhand
  • Middle School Shradhanand Seva Ashram and Gauri Dutt Mandelia High School in Ranchi, Jharkhand
College/University
  • Marwari College, Ranchi
  • Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC, JNU, New Delhi)
  • National School of Drama, New Delhi

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Family
SpouseAmrit Jais
Children
Son(s)Ahaan Jais and Vyaan Jais
DaughterNone
Parents
FatherHis father was in the Indian Airforce. His parents were associated with the theatre group Minoo Mumtaz.

Career

Debut
Film (Hindi)Oh Darling Yeh Hai India (1995) as Eunuch
TVMain Vi Detective
Awards
  • 2016: Bollywood on AIR Awards & Rewards
  • 2017: Best Supporting Actor at Hissar Film Festival for the film Brina
  • 2018: Best Supporting Actor at Rajasthan International Film Festival for the film Kareem Mohammed
  • 2018: Best Supporting Actor award fat JIFFA for the film Ajab Singh ki Ghazab Kahani
  • 2019: Best Actor at Rajasthan International Film Festival for the film The Last Supper & Gandhi The Mahatma
  • 2020: Best Acting Ensemble at the Hollywood Blood Horror Festival for the film Dhumkkudiya

Some Lesser Known Facts

Rajesh Jais is an Indian actor known for playing supporting roles in Hindi films and TV serials.
He portrayed the character of Nanu in the Hindi TV serial 'Shanti' that aired on DD National in 1994.
Rajesh is trained in Indian classical music under his guru Vinod Pathak.
From 1987 to 1988, he worked as an announcer for All India Radio's Yuvwani programme.
He has experience as a journalist, having worked for the Indian newspaper Ranchi Express and as a freelance journalist for Hindi and English newspapers.
Rajesh has appeared in TV commercials for brands like Saffola, Dollar, Whirlpool, and Pepsodent Toothbrush.
In 1992, he qualified for the National Eligibility Test (NET) of the University Grants Commission (UGC) for a fellowship in PhD and lectureship.
After graduation, he worked as an accountant at a tailor's shop and also conducted tuition classes for school students.
Under the guidance of Professor Ajay Malkani, he performed in various theatre plays.
His career includes roles in Hindi TV serials like 'Kya Mast Hai Life,' 'Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon,' 'Shastri Sisters,' and 'Crime Patrol.'
Rajesh has acted in films like 'Gandhi The Mahatma,' 'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety,' 'Kalank,' 'Indoo Ki Jawani,' and 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar.'
He received an Honorary Doctorate from the National Virtual University for Peace and Education in 2018.
His work extends to a Nagpuri film called 'Dhumkkudiya' and Hindi short films like 'The Last Supper,' 'Kuchch Sapne Udhaar Ke,' and 'Unresolved.'
Rajesh has appeared in Hindi web series such as 'Panchayat,' 'Paatal Lok,' 'Scam 1992,' 'Jehanabad – Of Love & War,' and 'SK Sir Ki Class.'
He is a member of Jharkhand Film Development Corporation Limited.
In an interview, he mentioned his spiritual inclination and practice for enlightenment and soulful living.
According to his Facebook, his favorite quote reflects simple living and high thinking.
He was a guest speaker on the talk show Josh Talks.