Nayandeep Rakshit

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Nayandeep Rakshit
Born 13 May 1992 (age 33)
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Nationality Indian
Education Degree in Mass Communication & Journalism
Alma mater APEX & Nirmal Agarwal College, Kolkata
Occupation Entertainment Journalist, Interviewer, Media Personality
Years active 2019–present
Known for Celebrity interviews, talk shows, digital journalism
Notable works Senior Entertainment Correspondent – Pinkvilla (2019); Business & Content Head – Bollywood Bubble (2021–present)
Awards Best Journalist Award – Newsmakers Achievers Award
Parents Nandini Rakshit (mother)
Religion Hinduism

Nayandeep Rakshit is an Indian entertainment journalist, interviewer, and digital media personality. Known for his insightful and conversational interviewing style, he has established himself as one of India’s most respected entertainment journalists. Nayandeep has conducted interviews with major Bollywood celebrities, hosted popular digital talk shows, and currently serves as the Business and Content Head at Bollywood Bubble. His career is defined by empathy, authenticity, and the ability to bring out unfiltered conversations with artists.[1]

Early Life & Education

Nayandeep Rakshit was born on 13 May 1992 in Kolkata, West Bengal, into a middle-class Bengali family. From an early age, he was deeply interested in pop culture, media, and cinema. He completed his schooling at Vivekananda Mission School, Joka, and pursued a degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from APEX and Nirmal Agarwal College, Kolkata. His education laid the foundation for his career in entertainment journalism, fostering his skills in storytelling, research, and media communication.[2][3]

Career

Nayandeep began his journalistic journey as a student reporter for The Telegraph in Schools (TTIS) between 2004 and 2011. This early experience provided him with valuable exposure to print media and strengthened his ability to report compelling stories.

He later contributed to several prominent publications including DNA India, Koimoi, Youth Eye, Tollywood Dhamaka, and ABP News. His unique voice and narrative approach helped him gain recognition in the entertainment journalism circuit.

In 2019, Nayandeep joined Pinkvilla as a Senior Entertainment Correspondent, where his engaging interviews with Bollywood celebrities made him a household name among digital audiences. His signature style of creating relaxed, honest conversations helped redefine the celebrity interview format in online entertainment media.

In 2021, Nayandeep transitioned to Bollywood Bubble, where he became the Business and Content Head. He also hosts a series of hit talk shows such as:

  • Chemistry 101 – Light-hearted celebrity interactions
  • Woman Up – Conversations celebrating women in cinema
  • Her Story – In-depth personal journeys of artists
  • What The Sach – Unfiltered discussions debunking industry myths

In 2025, Nayandeep appeared as a celebrity contestant on the reality show Rise and Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover. The show divided contestants into Rulers and Hustlers, testing leadership, survival, and social strategy — a format that highlighted Nayandeep’s wit and composure under pressure.

Notable Works

  • Senior Entertainment Correspondent – Pinkvilla (2019–2021)
  • Business & Content Head – Bollywood Bubble (2021–present)
  • Host of digital talk shows: Chemistry 101, Woman Up, Her Story, What The Sach
  • Celebrity contestant – Rise and Fall (2025)

Achievements and Recognition

  • Recipient of the Best Journalist Award at the Newsmakers Achievers Awards
  • Speaker at multiple TEDx events on entertainment media and digital journalism
  • Widely recognized for interviewing major Bollywood celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, and Deepika Padukone
  • Known for redefining the tone of Bollywood digital journalism with empathy-driven storytelling

Personal Life

Nayandeep Rakshit is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He remains unmarried and continues to focus on journalism, hosting, and content creation. His humility, curiosity, and commitment to authentic storytelling have made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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