Rithvik Dhanjani Explained

Rithvik Dhanjani
Birth Date:5 November 1988[1]
Birth Place:Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Alma Mater:City of London College, London
Years Active:2009-present
Known For:Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani
Pavitra Rishta
Super Dancer
Cartel
Partner:Asha Negi (2013-2020)

Rithvik Dhanjani (born 5 November 1988) is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi television and web shows. He made his acting debut in 2009, portraying Parth in Bandini.[2] Dhanjani earned wider recognition with his portrayal of Arjun Digvijay Kirloskar in Pavitra Rishta. He is a recipient of one Indian Telly Award and Gold Award each, along with other nominations.[3] [4]

Dhanjani had his first success with Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani, where he was seen portraying Jay Khurana. His film debut Jo Hum Chahein (2011), failed to leave a mark. The year 2013, marked a turning point in his career when he turned host with Yeh Hai Aashiqui and his success there led to him hosting other shows including India's Next Superstars, Super Dancer, India's Best Dramebaaz and So You Think You Can Dance. He made his web debut with I Don't Watch TV (2016) and has been part of successful web series including XXX (2018) and Cartel (2021).

In addition to his acting career, Dhanjani has won reality shows such as Nach Baliye 6, with his then partner Asha Negi and I Can Do That.[5]

Early life

Dhanjani was born on 5 November 1988 in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh.[6] His family, who's Sindhi, moved to Dubai soon after he was born.[7] [8] He has a younger sister named Heena Dhanjani.[9] He did his schooling in Dubai and complete his graduation from City of London College, London. In his college days, he was into acting, modeling and hosting shows.[10] [11]

Later, Dhanjani got involved in theater for as long as two and a half years. After doing theatre and events in Dubai, he decided to shift to Mumbai to become an actor.[12] He then did an acting course from the Kishore Namit Kapoor Institute before entering the television industry.[12] [13]

Career

Debut and early roles (2009–2012)

Dhanjani began his acting career with a cameo in Bandini in 2009, where he played Parth, a negative character.[14] He then portrayed supporting parts of Prithvi Pundir in Bairi Piya from 2009 to 2010[15] and Partho Rawal in Tere Liye in 2010.[16]

He had his big break with Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani where he played the antagonist, Jay Khurana from 2010 to 2011, who was a werewolf and in love with Sukirti Kandpal's character.[17] [18] In 2011, he made his film debut with Jo Hum Chahein, portraying Akash. The film received mixed to negative reviews and was a box-office failure. He also worked in the short film, Aftermath portraying Ali.[19]

In June 2012 Rithvik entered Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5 as wild card entry and became the second runner up.[20] [21]

Establishment as an actor and presenter (2013-2019)

Dhanjani's portrayal of Arjun Digvijay Kirloskar opposite Asha Negi in Balaji Telefilms's Pavitra Rishta proved as a major turning point in his career.[22] He portrayed the character from 2011 to 2014.[23] [24] Dhanjani won Indian Telly Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his performance, along with various other nominations.[25]

In 2013, he hosted India's Best Dramebaaz with Ragini Khanna.[26] [27] From 2013 to 2015, he hosted two seasons of Yeh Hai Aashiqui, which gained him further praises.[28] [29] In 2013, he also portrayed Kabir, opposite Mihika Verma in an episode of Yeh hai Aashiqui.[30] In 2015, he and Negi recreated their love story in the final episode of Season 1.[31]

The same year, he participated in Nach Baliye 6 with his then partner Asha Negi and they emerged as the winners.[32] [33] In 2014, he portrayed Vidhyut in MTV Fanaah.[34] In the same year, he participated in the dance reality show Dare 2 Dance and hosted the finale episode of India's Raw Star.[35] [36] He hosted a variety of shows such as V Distraction and Nach Baliye 7 with Karan Patel.[37] [38]

Dhanjani emerged as the winner of the stunt based reality show I Can Do That.[39] He has also hosted India's Best Dramebaaz (Season 2) the same year.[40] Dhanjani hosted four shows in 2016 including Pyaar Ki Yeh Kahani Suno, So You Think You Can Dance, Man Vs. Job and Super Dancer (Chapter 1). Dhanjani nade his web debut with I Don't Watch TV in 2016.[41]

In 2017, he first hosted Aye Zindagi and then participated in and ended at 7th place.[42] He also participated in Lip Sing Battle.[43] From 2017 to 2018, he hosted Super Dancer (Chapter 2), for which he won Gold Award for Best Anchor, and Rasoi Ki Jung Mummyon Ke Sung.[44] He hosted, India's Next Superstars and India's Got Talent 8 in 2018.[45] [46]

Dhanjani portrayed Shivam Chaturvedi, opposite Anita Hassanandani in Galti Se Mis-Tech.[47] It received positive reviews.[48] He portrayed Mayank in XXX, both in 2018.[49] [50] He hosted Super Dancer Chapter 3 from 2018 to 2019.[51]

Expansion and recent work (2020-present)

Dhanjani participated in in 2020. He stood at 7th place and quit the show midway.[52] The same year, he appeared in Lockdown Rishtey, as a presenter.[53] He then appeared in Ladies vs Gentlemen as panelist.[54]

In 2021, He hosted Super Dancer (Chapter 4).[55] He next portrayed Abhay Angre opposite Monica Dogra in 2021 series Cartel.[56] [57] Times of India praised his performance and noted, "The character arc of Rithvik Dhanjani’s is intriguing, and he shines through the various emotions his character displays."[58]

Dhanjani in 2022 appeared in the short film, Arranged, portraying Tarun opposite Tridha Choudhury.[59] Praising his performance, Times of India wrote, "Both, Tridha’s Richa and Rithvik’s Tarun are the most appealing and well-written characters of the film. Onscreen, they get along well, and their genuine and sincere performances contribute to the story's relatability."[60] The same year, he hosted Global Excellence Awards and Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.[61] [62]

In 2022, Dhanjani appeared in an interactive film Lost and Found in Singapore opposite Apoorva Arora. It was released on MX Player.[63]

Personal life

Dhanjani met actress Asha Negi on the set of Pavitra Rishta in 2011 and later they began dating each other.[64] Dhanjani and Negi parted ways in May 2020, after dating for 7 years.[65] [66] [67]

Other work and public image

Dhanjani along with his Cartel team, joined a project named, "JO FO MO" with a NGOto help the charity organizations raise funds for the migrant workers, during the COVID-19 pandemic.[68] He has ramp walked in the ITA Creators Walk in 2017[69] and has been the cover model for several magazines such as Zing Magazine and Gr8 Magazine, where he featured with Asha Negi.[70] [71]

Dhanjani ranked 15th in 2013 in Eastern Eyes 50 Sexiest Asian Men list.[72] In the same list, he ranked 21st in 2014 and 20th in 2015.[73] [74] In Times of Indias Most Desirable Men on TV list, he was placed 13th in 2017.[75] Apart from acting, Dhanjani is an celebrity endorser for several brands and products, including Vivo. He also featured in Amazon Audible's ad film with Nakuul Mehta.[76]

Filmography

Films

Year Title RoleNotes Ref.
2011Jo Hum ChaheinAakash[77]
AftermathAliShort film
2022ArrangedTarun[78]
2023Lost and Found in SingaporeDhruv[79]

Television

Year Title RoleNotes Ref.
2010–2011BandiniParth Shashank Mehta [80]
2009–2010Bairi PiyaPrithvi Pundir
2010Tere LiyePartho Rawal
2010–2011Pyaar Kii Ye Ek KahaaniJeh Khurana [81]
2011–2014Pavitra RishtaArjun Digvijay Kirloskar [82]
2012Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5Contestant2nd runner-up[83]
2013India's Best DramebaazHost[84]
Yeh Hai AashiquiKabir Episode: "Lights, Camera, Heartbreak"
2013–2015HostEpisodes 14-94
2013–2014Nach Baliye 6ContestantWinner[85]
2014MTV FanaahVidhyut [86]
India's Raw StarHostFinale episode
Dare 2 DanceContestant [87]
2014–2015Box Cricket League 1
2015Yeh Hai AashiquiHimselfEpisode: "Onscreen Offscreen"[88]
India Poochega Sabse Shaana Kaun?ContestantEpisode 4[89]
V DistractionHost [90]
Nach Baliye 7[91]
Yeh Hai Aashiqui Siyappa Ishq Ka[92]
I Can Do ThatContestantWinner[93]
2015–2016India's Best DramebaazHost[94]
2016Box Cricket League 2Contestant [95]
Pyaar Ki Yeh Kahani SunoHost[96]
So You Think You Can Dance [97]
Man Vs. Job[98]
Super Dancer Chapter 1[99]
2017Aye Zindagi[100]
Contestant7th place[101]
Lip Sing Battle
2017–2018Super Dancer Chapter 2Host
Rasoi Ki Jung Mummyon Ke Sung
2018India's Next Superstars[102]
India's Got Talent 8
2018–2019Super Dancer Chapter 3
2020Contestant9th place[103]
2021Super Dancer Chapter 4Host
2023–2024Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11[104]

Guest appearances

Year Title Role Ref.
2013Sapne Suhane Ladakpan KeHimself
2014MTV Webbed 2[105]
India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj
Hum Hain Na
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6[106]
2015
Kumkum BhagyaArjun Kirloskar [107]
Jamai RajaHimself
2017Bigg Boss 11
2018Kaleerein
2020[108]
2021[109]

Web series

Year Title RoleNotes Ref.
2016I Don't Watch TVHimself [110]
Arre: Ho Ja Re-GenderGuestSpecial appearance[111]
2018Galti Se Mis-Tech Shivam Chaturvedi
XXXMayankEpisode: "The Climax"[112]
2020Lockdown RishteyRithvik[113]
Ladies vs GentlemenHimselfPanelist[114]
2021CartelAbhay Angre[115]
2022DatebaaziHost[116]
2023Butterflies Season 4GauravEpisode 3: "Kebab Mein Haddi"

Accolades

YearAwardCategoryWorkResultRef.
2012Gold AwardsDebut in a Lead Role - MalePavitra Rishta[117]
2013 Indian Telly AwardsBest Actor in a Supporting Role[118]
Best Onscreen Couple (with Asha Negi)
Indian Television Academy AwardsGr8 Face of the Year[119]
Gold AwardsBest Actor in a Supporting Role[120]
Gold Best Onscreen Jodi (with Asha Negi)
2017Best AnchorSuper Dancer 2[121]
2022Pinkvilla Style Icons AwardsSuper Stylish Host[122]
Indian Television Academy AwardsPopular Actor - HostSuper Dancer 4[123]

See also

Notes and References

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  2. News: Happy Birthday Rithvik Dhanjani: It is a working birthday for me and I am enjoying it . Times of India . 5 November 2022 . 5 November 2022 .
  3. News: Check out the things you didn't knew about actor and star host Rithvik Dhanjani . The Times of India . 29 September 2018.
  4. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani: I'm getting the roles I've been waiting for; don't regret turning down acting parts earlier . Hindustan Times . 30 March 2021 . 1 April 2021.
  5. Web site: Exclusive - Rithvik Dhanjani: The industry has become more accepting now . Hindustan Times . 8 May 2022 . 10 May 2022.
  6. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, this middle-class boy from Madhya Pradesh has showcased his talent in all the given platform . 13 February 2016 . India Times.
  7. News: Rithvik Dhanjani on Twitter @rithvik_RD . I am a Sindhi and totally proud to be one, so like business is in my genes, and this could totally be me . . 1 June 2018.
  8. News: Things you didn't know about Rithvik Dhanjani . The Times of India . 13 February 2016.
  9. Web site: Take inspiration from TV stars on gift ideas this Raksha Bandhan . DNA India . 13 February 2016.
  10. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani lists 12 things that we didn't know about him . DNA India . 13 February 2016.
  11. Web site: Ram Kapoor, Rithvik Dhanjani to Kushal Tandon: These TV actors are educated in foreign . Jansatta - Indian Express . 31 October 2022.
  12. News: Things you didn't know about Rithvik Dhanjani . The Times of India . 13 February 2016.
  13. Web site: 10 things I love about my neighbourhood - Rithvik Dhanjani . 5 June 2015 . DNA India . 13 February 2016.
  14. Web site: Popularity matters a lot on 'Nach Baliye': Rithvik Dhanjani . Zee News . 13 February 2016.
  15. Web site: Bairi Priya: Color's New Show on Vidharba Farmers' Plight . News18 . 10 May 2012.
  16. News: Harshad-Anupriya in Tere Liye . 19 March 2021 . The Indian Express . 4 June 2010 . en.
  17. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani wants new season of 'Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani'. Zee News. 13 February 2016.
  18. News: Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani to end?. The Times of India. 10 November 2011 . 13 February 2016.
  19. Web site: CNN-IBN Movie Review. https://web.archive.org/web/20120103193359/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/masand-jo-hum-is-a-decent-first-effort/212593-47-84.html. dead. 3 January 2012. 16 December 2011.
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  22. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani: Actor who charmed the audience with Arjun Digvijay Kirloskar . The Times of India . 17 February 2017.
  23. News: Exclusive - Asha Negi-Rithvik Dhanjani to quit Pavitra Rishta?. The Times of India . 27 January 2014 . 13 February 2016.
  24. News: As Pavitra Rishta clocks 10 years, Ekta Kapoor, says the show revived her career . The Times of India . June 2019 . 2 June 2019.
  25. News: Eight years of Pavitra Rishta: Here's what the cast of the show is doing now . Times Of India . 20 December 2019.
  26. News: India's Best Dramebaaz: Back with drama. S. M. AAMIR. The Hindu. 2 December 2015 . 13 February 2016.
  27. Web site: Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6: Rithvik Dhanjani, Lauren Gottlieb, Punit Pathak turn judges. IBNLive. 13 February 2016.
  28. Web site: Bindass.com: Yeh Hai Aashiqui Season 1, hosted by Vikrant Massey and Rithvik Dhanjani. Bindass.com. 24 July 2016.
  29. News: 'Yeh Hai Aashiqui' returns with a new name; Siyappa Ishq Ka . The Times of India . June 2015 . 13 February 2016.
  30. News: Mihika Verma and Rithvik Dhanjani bags Yeh Hai Aashiqui . Times of India . 19 September 2013 . 19 September 2015.
  31. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Asha Negi shared their love story in Yeh Hai Aashiqui's finale episode . Indian Express . 16 December 2015 . 16 December 2015 .
  32. Web site: TV's hit couple Rithvik and Asha Negi win 'Nach Baliye 6'. 2 February 2014. The Indian Express. 13 February 2016.
  33. Web site: Review: Nach Baliye 6 needs more sizzle! . . 11 November 2013 . 12 November 2013 . Sharma, Paloma.
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  37. Web site: V Distraction's funniest moments . The Indian Express . 2 February 2015 . 16 March 2015.
  38. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Karan Patel to host Nach Baliye 7. 13 February 2016.
  39. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani declared winner of stunt show 'I Can Do That'. 23 November 2015. The Indian Express. 13 February 2016.
  40. Web site: WATCH! Rithvik Dhanjani's surprise performance on India's Best Dramebaaz. 13 February 2016.
  41. News: WATCH: Nakuul Mehta's new web-series 'I Don't Watch TV' (IDWT). Times of India. 12 February 2016 . 15 February 2016.
  42. News: Khatron Ke Khiladi season 8 begins tonight: Nia Sharma, Rithvik Dhanjani look promising . Hindustan Times . 23 July 2017.
  43. News: Farah Khan's reality show Lip Sing Battle to go OFF AIR. 6 November 2017. ABP News.
  44. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani says 'took up television' after first film got shelved - Exclusive . India Today . 12 June 2022 .
  45. News: 2018-04-07. Exclusive Aman Gandotra, Natasha Bharadwaj and Shruti Sharma were declared winners of India's Next Superstars. en-US. The Indian Express. 2018-04-08.
  46. Web site: India's Got Talent Season 8 to go on air in October . Saumya . Gourisaria . The Live Mirror . 23 August 2018 . 4 May 2021 .
  47. https://www.mid-day.com/articles/rithvik-dhanjani-and-anita-hassanandani-play-modern-day-couple-in-galti-se-mis-tech/19201165 Rithvik Dhanjani And Anita Hassanandani Play Modern-Day Couple In Galti Se Mis-Tech Mid Day 10 October 2019
  48. News: Galti Se Mis-Tech first impression: Rithvik Dhanjani-Anita Hassanandani's quirky web series makes for a fun watch . The Indian Express . Sana . Farzeen . 18 April 2018 . 5 June 2022 .
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  50. Web site: FIR filed against Ekta Kapoor in Madhya Pradesh for her web series XXX alleging insult to national emblem. Hindustan times. 6 June 2020 .
  51. Web site: Actor Rithvik Dhanjani's fashion tips for men: It's time to experiment with your wardrobe . The Man . 1 November 2022.
  52. Web site: Rohit Shetty to host India edition of 'Khatron Ke Khiladi'. 2020-07-27. The New Indian Express.
  53. News: 'Lockdown Rishtey' promises to impress by exploring the deeper parts of different relationships . 25 December 2020 . Times of India . 22 October 2020 . en.
  54. Web site: Bhasin. Shriya. 2020-11-17. Genelia, hubby Riteish Deshmukh to turn host for new show 'Ladies Vs Gentlemen'. 2020-11-18. India TV. en.
  55. Web site: "The amount and variety of talent is unbeatable on Super Dancer", says Rithvik Dhanjani . 22 March 2021 . Bollywood Hungama . 18 March 2021 .
  56. Web site: 2021-08-08. A story of revenge and power - Meet the 'Angre Family' of ALT Balaji's 'Cartel'. 2021-08-18. Mid Day. en.
  57. News: 'Cartel' Trailer Video: Supriya Pathak and Rithvik Dhanjani starrer 'Cartel' Official Trailer Video. 2021-08-18. The Times of India. en.
  58. Web site: Cartel Season 1 Review: A gripping gang-war saga laced with some outstanding performances . 25 August 2021 . Times of India .
  59. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani and Tridha Choudhury to star in Amazon mini TV's short film 'Arranged' . 29 March 2022 . Tribune India.
  60. Web site: Arranged Review: Rithvik Dhanjani and Tridha Choudhury shine in this thought-provoking drama . 31 March 2022 . Times of India.
  61. Web site: GEA 2022: Rithvik Dhanjani set to host the Global Excellence Awards 2022, is excited about having a nice conversation with awardees . 26 March 2022 . ANI News.
  62. Web site: Exclusive - Rithvik Dhanjani to host Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne Awards 2022 . 6 August 2022 . India Today.
  63. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani calls working on 'Lost and Found in Singapore', an 'Immersive Experience' . 22 September 2023 . Outlook India.
  64. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani and girlfriend Asha Negi promote 'Nach Baliye 6' . The Times of India . 13 October 2013 . 16 December 2014.
  65. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani & Asha Negi's love story is filmy and full of surprises . 19 November 2018 . Idiva. 5 April 2018.
  66. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani on break-up with Asha Negi: 'I am in a great place; she is in a beautiful place' . 21 October 2021 . India TV News . 20 August 2021 .
  67. Web site: Asha Negi confirms break-up with Rithvik Dhanjani, says she will always have 'love and compassion' for him. 3 July 2020. 10 September 2020. Hindustan Times.
  68. Web site: Exclusive - Rithvik Dhanjani associates with a social initiative to help fight COVID-19! . Bollywood Hungama. 16 May 2020 . 16 May 2022.
  69. Web site: Rocking the creative ramp . Tribune India . 3 June 2014 . 25 July 2018 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140603151522/https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/archive/lifestyle/chatter-box-453192.
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  71. Web site: Rithvik and Asha on Gr8 . Gr8 Mag . 3 June 2014 . 5 May 2019 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140603151522/https://www.gr8mag.com/posts.php?id=4737.
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  74. News: PTI . 17 December 2015 . Hrithik Roshan named second sexiest Asian man . The Times of India . en . 24 May 2018.
  75. Web site: Meet The Times 20 Most Desirable Men on TV, 2017 . Times of India . 19 May 2018 . 24 May 2022.
  76. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani and Nakuul Mehta feature in Audible's latest ad films - WATCH . Economics Times . 24 November 2021.
  77. News: First Look: 'Jo Hum Chahein'. https://web.archive.org/web/20120129225538/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/first-look-ex-miss-india-in-jo-hum-chahein/200077-8-161.html. dead. 29 January 2012. 9 November 2011. CNN-IBN. 7 November 2011.
  78. Web site: 'Arranged' short film: Three BIG reasons why you should watch this mushy Rithvik Dhanjani-starrer. Zee News. 25 March 2022.
  79. Web site: WATCH! Lost & Found In Singapore - Official trailer starring Rithvik Dhanjani and Apoorva Arora . MX Player - Youtube. 22 August 2023.
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  81. Web site: Then and Now: Vivian Dsena to Rithvik Dhanjani, Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani cast's transformation over the years. Pinkvilla. 19 March 2020.
  82. News: Soapbox's new screen jodis are amping the romance quotient. Times of India . 3 August 2012.
  83. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Karan Wahi and Rashmi Desai are the wild card entries in 'Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa' . daily.bhaskar.com . 2012-07-28 . 2012-10-28.
  84. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Ragini Khanna get 'dramebaaz'. 3 February 2013. dna. 13 February 2016.
  85. Web site: TV's hit couple Rithvik and Asha Negi win 'Nach Baliye 6′ . The Indian Express . 2 February 2014 . 16 March 2014.
  86. News: Rithvik Dhanjani turns werewolf for his TV show. The Times of India. July 2014 .
  87. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Sayantani Ghosh shoot for 'Dare 2 Dance' - Entertainment. mid-day.com.
  88. News: Rithvik-Asha's love story recreated on TV. The Times of India. 23 February 2015 . 13 February 2016.
  89. News: Karan Wahi and Rithvik Dhanjani forced to watch Saas Bahu shows!. The Times of India. 25 March 2015 . 13 February 2016.
  90. News: Rithvik Dhanjani steps into Jimmy Carr's shoes to host V Distraction. The Times of India. 2 January 2015 .
  91. Web site: Rithvik, Karan 'excited' to co-host 'Nach Baliye 7' . https://archive.today/20160319124912/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/Rithvik-Karan-excited-to-co-host-Nach-Baliye-7/articleshow/46919491.cms . dead . 19 March 2016 . The Indian Express . 2 May 2015 . 16 May 2015.
  92. Web site: 'Siyappa Ishq Ka' to explore 'craziness in love'. 10 June 2015. The Indian Express. 13 February 2016.
  93. News: Rithvik Dhanjani defeats Gurmeet Choudhary to win 'I Can Do That' . 3 December 2018 . India TV News . 23 November 2015.
  94. Web site: In & Out: TV celebs onboard, quit or kicked out. The Times of India. 22 September 2015. 13 February 2016.
  95. News: 200 Actors, 10 Teams, and 1 Winner... Let The Game Begin. The Times of India. 18 December 2015 . 4 March 2016.
  96. News: Rithvik and Asha to host ZEE TV's Valentine's Day Special – 'Pyaar Ki Yeh Kahani Suno'. The Times of India. 13 February 2016 . 15 March 2016.
  97. Web site: WATCH! So You Think You Can Dance (India)- 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160316140857/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/so-you-think-you-can-dance/updates/51410744.cms. dead. 16 March 2016. The Times of India. 19 March 2016.
  98. Web site: Rithvik takes up wrestling for his new show 'Man VS Job' - Times of India. https://web.archive.org/web/20160603093338/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/Rithvik-takes-up-wrestling-for-his-new-show-Man-VS-Job/articleshow/52566785.cms. dead. 3 June 2016. . 11 October 2016.
  99. News: Rithvik Dhanjani to host Super Dancer with Paritosh Tripathi - Times of India. . 11 August 2016 . 11 October 2016.
  100. News: Rithwik Dhanjani to host Zing's new show 'Aye Zindagi'. Business Standard India. 12 February 2017.
  101. Web site: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8: Ravi Dubey, Rithvik Dhanjani and Karan Wahi personify bromance. See photos. 29 June 2017.
  102. News: Karan Johar, Rohit Shetty to judge a new talent show. 3 November 2017. Chaya Unnikrishnan. DNA.
  103. News: Rithvik Dhanjani opts out of Khatron Ke Khiladi midway - Times of India. 2020-08-10. The Times of India. 9 August 2020 . en.
  104. News: 18 October 2023. Rithvik Dhanjani on hosting ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11’: ‘From celebrity contestant to now hosting the show, life is a full circle indeed’. 23 December 2023. The Times of India. en.
  105. Web site: It's important for fans to follow only verified accounts of actors: Rithvik Dhanjani. 16 April 2014. Deccan Chronicle.
  106. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani, Lauren Gottlieb and Punit Pathak spoof judges on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6. Hindustan Times. 24 August 2013.
  107. Web site: Rithvik Dhanjani & Asha Negi to be seen together in Kumkum Bhagya. 13 February 2016.
  108. Web site: "If given a chance I can do Khatron Ke Khiladi over and over again", says Rithvik Dhanjani . 19 August 2020 . Bollywood Hungama . 5 August 2020 . en.
  109. News: Shabir Ahluwalia, Sriti Jha and others performing for Diwali special episode of 'Meet' - Times of India. 2021-10-31. The Times of India. 31 October 2021 . en.
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