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Rajdeep Sardesai is an Indian news reporter, anchor, author, and journalist. He is known for his in-depth reporting, political analysis, and hosting popular news shows. Born in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, he completed his graduation in Economics from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai. He further pursued BA, BCL, and MA from University College, Oxford.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rajdeep Sardesai |
| Profession | Journalist, News Anchor, Author |
| Education | St. Xavier’s College (Economics), University College Oxford (BA, BCL, MA) |
| Birth | 24 May 1965, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India |
| Net Worth (2024) | Approx. ₹29 Crore |
| YouTube | 2 Lakh Subscribers; videos gain views in lakhs |
| Father | Dilip Narayan Sardesai (Former International Cricketer) |
| Mother | Nandini Sardesai |
| Wife | Sagarika Ghose (Journalist, Columnist, Author) |
| Children | 2 |
Career Highlights
- Started journalism career with The Times of India in 1988, worked for six years including as city editor.
- Served as political editor at New Delhi Television Ltd (NDTV).
- Hosted popular TV shows like The Big Fight and prime-time programs on India Today since 2014.
- Founded TV18 Broadcast Limited in 2005 after leaving NDTV.
- Known for credible political reporting and deep analysis on Indian current affairs.
Family & Personal Life
- Father: Dilip Narayan Sardesai, former Indian international cricketer (1940–2007).
- Mother: Nandini Sardesai.
- Wife: Sagarika Ghose, journalist and author, daughter of retired Indian Secretary Bhaskar Ghose.
- Children: 2
- Rajdeep prefers to keep his family life private while maintaining a strong professional presence.
Net Worth & Earnings
- Estimated net worth in 2024: ₹29 Crore.
- Annual earnings: ₹2–3 Crore through journalism, anchoring, authorship, and social media.
- YouTube channel with 2 lakh subscribers contributes to additional income.
Conclusion
- Rajdeep Sardesai is one of India’s most respected journalists and news anchors.
- He has worked with major media houses, founded his own company, and hosted popular shows.
- His father was an international cricketer, and he continues to maintain a successful career in journalism and media.
Disclaimer: All information is collected from reliable sources including YouTube, news sites, and Wikipedia.
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