Nikhil Vijay Biography: Girlfriend, Siblings, Age, Height, Net Worth, Awards, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Ethnicity

Nikhil Vijay Motghare also known as Nikhil Vijay is an Indian actor, screenwriter, and comedian best known for portraying Jatin “Jhantoo” Kishore in the popular comedy-drama series Hostel Daze.

He is also recognized for his work as a writer on the acclaimed web series Gullak and for appearing in NCR Days, Couple Goals, United Kacche, ImMATURE, and Aukaat Se Bahar.

Nikhil Vijay
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Nikhil Vijay Motghare
Stage Name:	Nikhil Vijay
Born:	January 31, 1995 (age 31 years old)
Place of Birth:	Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Indian
Height:	5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Religion:	Hinduism
Parents:	Vijay Motghare and Tanuja Thaware Motghare
Siblings:	Ankit Motghare
Occupation:	Actor, Screenwriter, Comedian
Net Worth:	$1 million

Early Life and Education

Nikhil Vijay was born on January 31, 1995, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, before his family later settled in Delhi. He is the son of Vijay Motghare and Tanuja Thaware Motghare, and he grew up with his brother, Ankit Motghare.

He attended RPVV, Sham Nath Marg, Delhi, before earning a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Zoology from SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi.

During his college years, he actively participated in street theatre (Nukkad Natak), where he developed his writing and acting skills before entering the entertainment industry.

Career

Nikhil Vijay began his career by writing scripts for street plays and television commercials before joining The Viral Fever (TVF) as a writer.

His writing gained widespread appreciation with the family comedy series Gullak, for which he received the iReel Award for Best Writer (Comedy).

Alongside writing, he appeared in TVF productions including The Aam Aadmi Family, ImMATURE, and Hostel Daze, where his portrayal of Jhantoo became one of the show’s most beloved characters.

Following the success of Hostel Daze, Vijay expanded his acting career with leading roles in Couple Goals, NCR Days, United Kacche, Roomies in Dreamland, and Aukaat Se Bahar.

He also made his feature film appearance in Madam Chief Minister. Balancing both acting and writing, he has earned recognition for creating authentic characters and realistic dialogue, establishing himself as one of India’s most versatile digital entertainers.

Awards and Nominations

• iReel Awards (2019) – Best Writer (Comedy) for Gullak (Winner).
• Indian Television Academy Awards (2024) – Best Actor – Comedy for Hostel Daze Season 4 (Nominee).
• Earned widespread recognition for portraying Jhantoo in Hostel Daze.

Social Media

• Instagram: @nickhilist
• Facebook: Nikhil Vijay

Personal Life

Nikhil Vijay, 31 years old, stands 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall. He is currently single and does not have any children.

He currently lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. There is no verified public information about his past relationships.

Outside acting, he enjoys travelling, photography, writing, watching films, and spending holidays with his family and close friends.

Net Worth

Nikhil Vijay has an estimated net worth of $1 million USD. His income comes from acting, screenwriting, digital content creation, commercial projects, and brand collaborations.

His successful work with TVF, particularly Hostel Daze and Gullak, has been the primary contributor to his financial success.

Filmography

Film

• Medium (2016) – Short Film
• Madam Chief Minister (2021)

Television / Web Series

• The Aam Aadmi Family (2017)
• Weekends (2018)
• Hostel Daze (2019–2023)
• ImMATURE (2019)
• Gullak (2019) – Writer
• Uncommon Sense with Saloni (2020) – Writer
• Couple Goals (2021)
• Roomies in Scamland (2021)
• NCR Days (2022)
• Roomies in Dreamland (2022)
• United Kacche (2023)
• Aukaat Se Bahar (2025)