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Shiv Thakare Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 14, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth9 September 1989

BirthplaceAmravati, Maharashtra, India

ProfessionDancer, Actor, and Engineer

FamilyFather: Manohar Thakare; Sister: Manisha Thakare; mother and grandmother (names not specified)

Net worth$ 1.2 Million

Shiv Thakare Biography

Shiv Thakare is an Indian reality-TV personality, dancer and model who rose to wider national attention after winning Marathi Bigg Boss Season 2 and later,

Early life and background

Shiv Thakare was born Shiv Manoharrao Uttamrao Zinguji Ganuji Thakre on 9 September 1989 in Amravati, Maharashtra. He grew up in a lower middle‑class Maratha family and spent his childhood in Amravati. His early schooling was completed at a government school in the city, and he later studied engineering at G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering in Nagpur.

From a young age Shiv developed an interest in performance. A childhood encounter with actor Jackie Shroff inspired him to pursue acting, and he began learning dance. While still a student he opened a small dance training centre, which provided him an income stream and allowed him to continue both his studies and his performing ambitions.

Career

Shiv began auditioning for television reality shows and persisted through repeated rejections. His breakthrough on national reality TV came in 2017 when he reached the final audition round for MTV Roadies Rising. His straightforward manner, honesty and personal story impressed the judges and he joined Rannvijay Singha’s team on that season.

Following Roadies Shiv took on a variety of small jobs in entertainment, continuing to build his profile. A major turning point came when he was selected for Marathi Bigg Boss Season 2. His conduct and game in that series made him a favourite with the audience and he emerged as the winner of Marathi Bigg Boss Season 2.

Winning Marathi Bigg Boss increased Shiv’s visibility and led to selection for the Hindi edition of Bigg Boss, Season 16. In that season he was noted for a measured, controlled approach to the game — avoiding overacting or unnecessary confrontation — which earned him recognition from viewers across India.

Public profile

Shiv is described professionally as a dancer, actor and model. He is also referred to as an engineer by training. His public persona is shaped by a combination of his TV reality appearances, his dance background and the personal story of rising from modest circumstances.

Family and personal details

Shiv’s family includes his father, Manohar Thakare, his mother, an elder sister named Manisha Thakare, and his grandmother. During Marathi Bigg Boss he had a relationship with fellow contestant Veena Jagtap; the two separated shortly after the show ended. Shiv has spoken publicly about personal fears such as a fear of the dark and has indicated that he is currently focused on building his career rather than on marriage.

Latest updates

Shiv’s progression from regional recognition after Marathi Bigg Boss to a wider audience through Bigg Boss Season 16 marks the most recent phase of his public career. On both shows he has been noted for a candid, composed presence that has resonated with viewers. As of the latest coverage, he continues to be best known for his reality‑TV work and his background in dance.
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Recent Work

Marathi Bigg Boss Season 2

Contestant and winner

Bigg Boss (Hindi) Season 16

Contestant who gained national recognition for a balanced game

MTV Roadies Rising

Contestant who joined Rannvijay's team after the final audition

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Career Highlights

  1. Winner of Marathi Bigg Boss Season 2
  2. Contestant on MTV Roadies Rising
  3. Participant in Bigg Boss (Hindi) Season 16, expanding national recognition
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Net Worth

$ 1.2 Million

Figures are editorial estimates based on publicly available reporting and may change as new information emerges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shiv Thakare born?

9 September 1989

What is Shiv Thakare known for?

Dancer, Actor, and Engineer

What is Shiv Thakare’s net worth?

$ 1.2 Million