Raftaar Biography: Wife, Height, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Movies, Songs
Dilin Nair, known professionally as Raftaar, is an Indian rapper, lyricist, music producer, composer, dancer, actor, and television personality.
He is a pioneering figure in the Indian hip-hop scene, known for his energetic Punjabi and Hindi rap tracks, collaborations with major artists, and contributions to Bollywood soundtracks.
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Quick Facts
- Full Name: Dilin Nair
- Stage Name: Raftaar
- Born: November 16, 1988
- Age: 37 years old
- Birthplace: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Rapper, Lyricist, Music Producer, Composer, Dancer, Actor, TV Personality
- Height: 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches)
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Nair
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Manraj Jawanda
- Children: None known
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $10 million
Early Life And Education
Dilin Nair was born on November 16, 1988, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, to a middle-class Malayali couple. He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nair (his father, K.K. Devdasan, worked various jobs).
He has no publicly known siblings. His ethnicity is Malayali (South Indian). Religion details are not publicly available.
The family moved to Delhi during his childhood, where he grew up facing financial challenges. He developed an interest in dance and music early, participating in reality shows like Dance India Dance before focusing on rap.
Career
Raftaar began his career as a dancer and later formed a rap group with friends Ikka and Lil Golu, initially known as The Black Wall Street Desis. He gained early exposure through collaborations with Yo Yo Honey Singh.
After parting ways with Mafia Mundeer in 2012, he pursued a solo path, signing with labels and releasing hits like Swag Mera Desi (2013). He contributed to Bollywood films such as Dangal, Kaabil, and Andhadhun.
As a judge on MTV Hustle and through independent releases, he has promoted Hindi and Punjabi hip-hop, building a massive following with his versatile style and stage presence.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @raftaarmusic
Personal Life
Raftaar was previously married to interior designer Komal Vohra (sister of actors Karan and Kunal Vohra) in December 2016; the marriage ended in divorce around 2022 amid reported differences.
On January 31, 2025, he married Manraj Jawanda in a private ceremony. He has no children.
He maintains a relatively private personal life beyond his public music persona, often crediting his humble beginnings for his drive. His height is approximately 170 cm.
Net Worth
Raftaar’s estimated net worth is around $10 million. His wealth comes from music royalties, streaming platforms, live performances, Bollywood song contributions, brand endorsements, judging roles on reality shows like MTV Hustle, and collaborations in the Indian hip-hop industry.
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