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Quick Info

Date of birth31 May 1989

Age33 Years

BirthplaceMumbai, Maharashtra

ProfessionActor

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather - Ranjeet; Mother - Aloka Bedi; Sister - Divyanka Bedi

Jeeva Biography

Indian actor Jeeva (born Chiranjeev Bedi) is best known for his supporting role as Sandy Dharkar in the 2022 Bollywood film Govinda Naam Mera. The Mumbai–b

Early life and background

Chiranjeev Bedi, who works professionally as Jeeva, was born on 31 May 1989 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Raised in a family connected to the film industry, he is the son of actor Ranjeet and his mother, Aloka Bedi, is described as a homemaker. Jeeva grew up in Mumbai and holds Indian nationality. He has one sibling, a sister named Divyanka Bedi.

As a child he had early exposure to films; he appeared as Jyoti’s son in the 1990 film Kaaranama. Despite that early appearance, he was not initially drawn to acting. During his youth he explored film direction before deciding to pursue acting as a profession.

Physical profile

Jeeva is listed at approximately 178 cm (about 5 feet 10 inches) in height. His eye and hair colour are described as black. Approximate body measurements reported include a 42-inch chest, 32-inch waist and 14-inch biceps.

Career

Although he appeared on screen as a child, Jeeva’s path to a substantial acting role was gradual. He deliberately avoided relying on his family name when seeking work, choosing instead to attend multiple auditions over several years. He has spoken about a lengthy period of struggle before landing a notable role, saying the process took many years.

Jeeva’s most widely recognised screen credit to date is the 2022 Bollywood film Govinda Naam Mera, in which he played the character Sandy Dharkar. That project paired him with established actors including Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar, and was directed by Shashank Khaitan for Dharma Productions. Jeeva described the experience of working on the film as a learning opportunity and expressed gratitude for absorbing experience from seasoned professionals on the set.

Besides acting, Jeeva has held a number of corporate appointments. He was named additional director of Bollywood Racing Private Limited (Juhu) on 16 November 2009. On 29 February 2016 he became managing director of Ranjeet Reels Private Limited. He was appointed director of Aloka Hospitality Private Limited, Mumbai on 12 March 2020. Later he became director of Ranjeet Reels Entertainment Private Limited, Juhu on 16 December 2021, and on 1 August 2022 he took a director role at Good Villain Branding & Licensing Private Limited, Juhu.

Personal life

Jeeva is unmarried. Public information lists his girlfriend as Anna Liza, a fashion and print designer. He describes himself as a non-vegetarian and his zodiac sign is Gemini.

He has said that for a long time he did not tell his father about his ambitions to act; Ranjeet only learned that Jeeva had secured a part in Govinda Naam Mera months after the signing. After the film was announced, his father publicly celebrated his son’s debut.

Public profile

Jeeva is commonly identified by his stage name rather than his birth name, Chiranjeev Bedi. He has spoken in interviews about the unusual experience of growing up with an actor parent and about having to work through an extended period of auditions and setbacks before a major film opportunity came his way. His credited film appearances include his child role in Kaaranama (1990) and his adult role in Govinda Naam Mera (2022).

Latest updates

In 2022 Jeeva made a notable appearance in Govinda Naam Mera, which brought him wider industry visibility. Around the same period he continued to hold director-level positions in several private companies connected to film, hospitality and branding.

Jeeva has described the debut feature as a milestone and an experience that allowed him to learn from established filmmakers and performers. He continues to be based in Mumbai, where he was born and raised.
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Recent Work

Govinda Naam Mera

Played Sandy Dharkar in the 2022 Bollywood film alongside Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar.

2022
Kaaranama

Child actor appearance as Jyoti's son.

1990
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Career Highlights

  1. Played Sandy Dharkar in Govinda Naam Mera (2022)
  2. Child actor role in Kaaranama (1990)
  3. Held director and managing director positions in several private companies
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jeeva born?

31 May 1989

What is Jeeva known for?

Actor

What is Jeeva’s marital status?

Unmarried