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F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 1, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth25 January 1995

Age28 Years (as of 2023)

BirthplaceNew Delhi

ProfessionPro MMA Fighter, Bodybuilder, Entrepreneur

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyMother: Pooja Chadha Dandona; Brother: Tushar Raj Dandona

Prakram Dandona (MTV Roadies 19) Biography

Prakram Dandona is an Indian professional mixed martial artist, bodybuilder and entrepreneur who gained wider public attention after appearing on MTV Roads

Early life and background

Prakram Dandona was born on 25 January 1995 in New Delhi, India. Raised in the capital, he developed an early interest in physical fitness and combat sports that would shape his later career. He is an Aquarius by zodiac sign.

Prakram’s family includes his mother, Pooja Chadha Dandona, and a brother, Tushar Raj Dandona, who is a co-owner of Roar MMA. Details about his father have not been publicly detailed in the available material.

Career

Prakram built a career as a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter and bodybuilder. He competes in the pro lightweight ranks in the Asia South region and was ranked 64th among 80 active Asia South pro lightweights in 2023, having previously been ranked 70th out of 87. Prakram identifies himself as a striker within MMA disciplines.

He made his professional fight debut in Matrix Fight Night 2 in June 2019, where he secured his first pro victory against Sandeep Yadav. He later competed in Matrix Fight Night 3 in December 2019 and Matrix Fight Night 9 in June 2022, both of which he did not win. In 2022 he also appeared as a contestant on the Discovery Plus and Discovery Channel show India’s Ultimate Warrior.

Beyond competition, Prakram is an entrepreneur in the fitness space. He operates two fitness businesses: ROAR MMA in Faridabad, launched on 29 September 2020, and Cafe Roar in Delhi, opened on 14 October 2019. The facilities offer training in self-defence, boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and functional fitness, reflecting the range of disciplines he practices and teaches.

Public profile

In 2023 Prakram reached a broader audience through his participation in the youth-focused reality series MTV Roadies – Karm Ya Kaand (Season 19), presented by Sonu Sood. During his personal interview on the show, his striking skills impressed judges Prince Narula, Gautam Gulati and Rhea Chakraborty, and he received a combined bid exceeding 3200 Roadies points from them.

Physically, Prakram stands around 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m) and weighs approximately 80 kg (176 lbs). His reported body measurements include a 44-inch chest, 30-inch waist and 18-inch biceps. He has black eyes and black hair, and several tattoos: floral and skull designs on his right arm, Polynesian-style work and clouds on his left arm, the word "Strength" in Persian on his left bicep, and a colored roaring tiger face with black stripes and flowers across his back.

Personal life and habits

Prakram is unmarried. Publicly noted personal details include that he started drinking alcohol during his teenage years and that he often posts images of himself smoking hookah. He is an animal lover and owns a bulldog. He has been linked publicly with Lekha Jambaulikar, who is identified as a fitness model, social media influencer, athlete and certified fitness nutrition specialist.

Latest updates

As of 2023, Prakram remained active in the regional pro lightweight MMA rankings and continued to expand his fitness ventures while participating in mainstream television projects that highlight his fighting skills and physical training. His profile rose notably following his MTV Roadies appearance, which showcased his striking ability to a national television audience.
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Recent Work

MTV Roadies – Karm Ya Kaand (Season 19)

Contestant; impressed judges with MMA striking during the personal interview and received a collective bid of over 3200 Roadies points.

2023
India’s Ultimate Warrior

Contestant on the Discovery Plus and Discovery Channel series.

2022
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Career Highlights

  1. Won first professional fight at Matrix Fight Night 2 (June 2019) against Sandeep Yadav
  2. Launched Cafe Roar in Delhi (14 October 2019) and ROAR MMA in Faridabad (29 September 2020)
  3. Ranked among the Asia South pro lightweight MMA fighters (64th of 80 active in 2023)
  4. Appeared on MTV Roadies – Karm Ya Kaand (Season 19) in 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prakram Dandona (MTV Roadies 19) born?

25 January 1995

What is Prakram Dandona (MTV Roadies 19) known for?

Pro MMA Fighter, Bodybuilder, Entrepreneur

What is Prakram Dandona (MTV Roadies 19)’s marital status?

Unmarried