Digvijay Rathee is an Indian reality television personality, fitness influencer, and model from Gurugram, Haryana. He rose to national recognition through MTV Roadies, MTV Splitsvilla X5, and Bigg Boss 18. Known for his physical athleticism and strategic gameplay, he has built a loyal fanbase called “Diggy Gang” with over 2 million followers on Instagram.
Digvijay Rathee Wiki-Bio
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Digvijay Singh Rathee |
| Public Name | Digvijay Rathee |
| Date of Birth | November 18, 1999 |
| Age | 26 Years |
| Profession | Reality TV Personality, Fitness Influencer, Model |
| Birth Place | Gurgaon, Haryana, India |
| Hometown / Raised In | Gurugram, Haryana, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Relationship Status | Single |
Physical Appearance
| Detail | Information |
| Height | 6 feet (183 cm) |
| Weight | 80 kg (176 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Chest / Biceps | 40 inches / 15.5 inches |
| Waist | 30 inches |
Family
| Relation | Information |
| Father | Surendra Rathi |
| Mother | Reena Rathi |
| Sister | Sonal Rathee (Elder) |
Education
| Institution | Qualification |
| RIMT World School, Chandigarh | Secondary Education |
| SC College, Chandigarh | Engineering (Initial track, did not complete) |
| GGDSD College, Chandigarh | Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) |
Table of Contents
Digvijay Rathee Background
Early Life Story
Digvijay was born on November 18, 1999, in Gurgaon, Haryana. He was raised in a close-knit family by his father Surendra Rathi and mother Reena Rathi, alongside his elder sister Sonal. His upbringing emphasized discipline, physical fitness, and traditional values.
During his school years in Chandigarh, he trained in rifle shooting and competed at state-level sports competitions, winning multiple medals. This athletic foundation gave him the physical discipline and competitive mindset that later defined his television career.
Before entering reality TV, Digvijay worked as an online fitness coach and model, gradually building a following on social media through fitness and lifestyle content.
One defining pre-fame moment came when Digvijay breached stadium security during an IPL match to meet his idol, cricketer Virat Kohli. He managed only a few steps onto the pitch before being stopped — and ended up hugging Kohli in a frozen moment. He was arrested and held in a police lockup overnight. His father Surendra had to travel to the station to secure his release. Digvijay later publicly expressed deep remorse for the distress it caused his family, calling it a turning point that pushed him toward building his own legitimate public platform.
Family Background
Digvijay’s parents, Surendra and Reena Rathi, provided consistent support throughout his sporting and entertainment journey. His elder sister Sonal has also been a visible presence in his personal life.
He has spoken openly about how family opinion matters deeply to him — including publicly sharing that one of his motivations during Splitsvilla X5’s finale was to make his family proud.
Net Worth
| Detail | Information |
| Estimated Net Worth | Rs 10 Crore – Rs 20 Crore (per independent industry estimates) |
| Income Sources | Reality TV contracts, brand integrations, fitness modeling, digital sponsorships |
| Instagram Engagement Rate | 8.75% to 30% (platform-dependent) |
(Net worth Estimated as of 2026)
Social Media & Online Presence
| Platform | Handle |
| @digvijay_rathee | |
| YouTube | @digvijay_rathee |
Some Lesser Known Facts
- Digvijay won state-level rifle shooting medals before transitioning to fitness and television
- He was arrested and kept in a police lockup overnight after breaching IPL stadium security to hug Virat Kohli — his father had to come to the station to get him released
- His YouTube channel was created on June 4, 2012, but his first vlog was published on April 15, 2020 — about an emergency ambulance trip to PGI Chandigarh
- He hit 1 million Instagram followers on August 11, 2024, driven largely by the Splitsvilla finale controversy
- His fanbase calls themselves “Diggy Gang” and organized a trending Twitter campaign to demand more screen time during Bigg Boss 18
- “STOP SIDELINING DIGVIJAY” trended at #5 on X (Twitter) in November 2024
- Sunny Leone publicly called him her “personal favourite” when he returned to Splitsvilla as a special guest in April 2026
- He was temporarily removed from The 50 alongside Karan Patel after a physical confrontation in the premiere episode — then made a wildcard re-entry
- During Splitsvilla X5’s finale, host Sunny Leone cried after watching Kashish Kapoor’s decision eliminate him — she personally visited him off-camera to console him
- He speaks Hindi, English, and Punjabi fluently
- His Instagram bio once read “full time golfer, part time barista” — a reflection of his grounded personality (Note: this bio detail appears in Raina Morris’s profile; Digvijay’s social persona centers on fitness and travel)
- In May 2026, his “Pure Love” comment on Instagram became a viral moment after fellow Splitsvilla contestant Yogesh Rawat dropped a savage comedic comeback under the post
- Rajat Dalal physically struck him on camera during Bigg Boss 18, drawing widespread condemnation from viewers and former co-stars
- He revealed on Bigg Boss that he had called Unnati Tomar before entering the house to clearly end their relationship — the revelation triggered immediate backlash toward Tomar from fans
- He described choosing The 50 as his comeback by saying: “I didn’t just move ahead in my career, I changed as a person“
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Sources
- https://chronicalheroes.com/digvijay-rathee/
- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/digvijay-rathee-returns-to-splitsvilla-as-a-special-guest-sunny-leone-calls-him-her-personal-favourite/articleshow/130374919.cms
- https://www.instagram.com/digvijay_rathee/
- https://www.youtube.com/@digvijay_rathee
