Tanuj Virwani is an Indian actress who mostly works in Bollywood. He is best known for playing the role of ‘Vayu Raghavan’ in the Amazon Prime Video web television series “Inside Edge” (2017). He is the son of popular veteran actress, Rati Agnihotri.
Wiki/Biography
Tanuj Virwani was born on Saturday, 29 November 1986 (age 37 years; in 2023) in Mumbai. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Tanuj Virwani childhood photos
He attended the Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai and went to the HR College of Commerce and Economics to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.).
Tanuj Virwani in his school days
After that, he took a Diploma in Advertising. Tanuj has studied acting from Kishore Namit Kapoor’s acting studio. He was inclined towards acting and film making since childhood. Virwani received his first video camera when he was just eight years old. He used to make short films with his camera.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 11”
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Family, Caste & Girlfriend
Tanuj Virwani belongs to Brahmin Family. He is the son of Anil Virwani (Businessman) and Rati Agnihotri (Actress). Although his mother was a Hindu Brahmin by birth, he was always drawn to Christianity. Tanuj is the only son of his parents. In 2015, news of his parents’ separation made headlines when his mother accused his father of domestic violence. At that time, it was Tanuj who had initiated the talk between them and tried her best to unite her parents.
Tanuj Virwani with her father
Tanuj Virwani with her mother
Tanuj Virwani with her parents
Tanuj Virwani with her grandmother
He is rumored to be in a relationship with Purani Jeans co-star Izabelle Leite.
Tanuj Virwani with Izabelle Leite
Tanuj dated Kamal Haasan’s daughter Akshara Haasan for about four years, that is, from 2013 to 2017. The two continued to remain friends even after their breakup.
Tanuj Virwani with Akshara Haasan
Career
Tanuj started his career as an assistant director in 2009 with the film “Aao Wish Karein.” Next, he worked as an assistant director in the film “Chance Pe Dance.”
Tanuj Virwani shooting for a movie
He started his acting career in 2013 with the Bollywood movie “Luv U Soniyo” where he played the role of ‘Mark Briganza.’ After that, he appeared in the movie “Purani Jeans.” Both his films failed at the box office.
Tanuj Virwani in Purani Jeans
In 2016, she appeared in the Bollywood film “One Night Stand” opposite Sunny Leone.
In 2017, he gained popularity for playing the role of ‘Vayu Raghavan’ in the Amazon Original series “Inside Edge.”
He has also appeared in the web series “Poison” and “Code M.”
Tanuj Virwani in Poison
Apart from acting, Tanuj has also worked as a writer and producer and has created many short films & documentaries under his own banner ‘Pin Drop Violence.’ He is the captain of the Box Cricket League team Kota Royals Rajasthan.
Tanuj Virwani in Box Cricket League
Controversy
In November 2017, personal photos of Kamal Haasan’s daughter Akshara Haasan were leaked online. Following the incident, Akshara filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police and Cyber Cell to trace the person responsible for the act. Later, Tanuj’s name was dragged in controversy; because Akshara had shared those pictures with him earlier when they were dating. However, Tanuj clarified in an interview that although she had the pictures, she had deleted them long ago in 2013.
Car Collection
He owns a Jaguar XE car.
Tanuj Virwani car
Favorite Things
- Food: Grilled Crab, Goat Balls, Chicken Masala, Fried Rice
- Restaurants: China Garden, Sancho’s and Hard Rock Cafe in Mumbai
Facts
- Her hobbies include dancing, cooking, swimming, and playing the piano.
Tanuj Virwani in the pool
- He is often seen drinking alcohol on many occasions.
- She is an avid animal lover and has a pet dog, Snowy.
Tanuj Virwani with her pet dog
- Tanuj is a fitness enthusiast and follows a strict exercise regimen.
Tanuj Virwani in the gym
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
Tanuj Virwani’s Instagram post
- As a child, Tanuj was slightly overweight, wore glasses, and often stuttered.
Old photos of Tanuj Virwani
- Reportedly, film actor Rana Daggubati was the first choice for the film “One Night Stand,” but the role later went to Tanuj Virwani; because of Daggubati’s busy schedule.
- Tanuj’s mother, Rati Agnihotri, initially had certain concerns about her son working with Sunny Leone. However, when Rati meets Sunny, she is too impressed by Sunny’s focus and dedication to work.
- During the promotions of her Bollywood film “One Night Stand,” Tanuj mentioned about having a one-night stand when she was in college.
- He is an avid fan of action figures (superheroes) and has collected superhero books and figures for years.
- Tanuj has been dating Akshara Haasan for about 4 years. Interestingly, Tanuj’s mother Rati and Akshara’s father Kamal Haasan made their Bollywood debut together with the mega-hit movie “Ek Duuje Ke Liye”.
- Tanuj is afraid of reptiles, especially snakes and lizards.
- Tanuj revealed during an interview that he suffers from major OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder). He also shared that he always makes sure to enter the room on the right foot.
- In an interview, Tanuj revealed that she is a very shy person.
- Tanuj has got a Tribal Pattern tattoo on his right bicep.
Tanuj Virwani Tattoo
Categories: Biography
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