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Rajat Sharma

Chairman and Editor-in-Chief
India TV

DOB: 18 February 1957

Rajat Sharma, a prominent figure in the world of Indian media and journalism. He is best known for hosting the immensely popular show "Aap Ki Adalat," which has captured the hearts of not only our nation but also audiences worldwide for the past three decades.

Rajat Sharma's illustrious career has seen him interact with renowned personalities from both India and around the globe. His courtroom has witnessed the interrogation of celebrities from every walk of life, a tradition that continues to captivate audiences to this day.

Nearly two decades ago, Rajat Sharma embarked on a new venture, launching India TV, which has now risen to become one of the leading Hindi news channels in the country. Every night at 9 pm, millions tune in to watch his live news show, "Aaj Ki Baat," where his pungent commentary takes center stage.

But Rajat Sharma is more than just a television star. He is also a respected motivational speaker, often invited to share his insights in esteemed institutions worldwide. His influence extends far beyond the screen, as he is recognized as one of the most influential media icons across the globe.

In the realm of social media, Rajat Sharma reigns supreme, holding the top position among TV news personalities on Twitter, with an astounding 10.8 million followers.

Born into humble beginnings and educated in ordinary schools, Rajat Sharma's merit got him into Shri Ram College of Commerce. Here, he formed bonds with individuals who went on to become world class leaders in their respective fields.

Rajat Sharma's involvement in student politics led to a period of imprisonment during the Emergency. Undeterred, he pursued his education, earning an M. Com from SRCC and venturing into the world of journalism. Remarkably, at the young age of 28, he assumed the role of editor for Onlooker magazine, followed by editorships at The Sunday Observer and The Daily. His exceptional reporting during that era is still celebrated in contemporary media.

"Aap Ki Adalat" was already a nationwide sensation when Rajat Sharma took the helm in 1993. Over the years, it has garnered even more fame and name, with luminaries like President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi gracing its stage on the show's 21st anniversary. Notably, it was on this platform that all three Khan superstars—Salman, Shahrukh, and Aamir Khan—appeared together for the first time on national television.

The impact of "Aap Ki Adalat" is undeniable. Icons like Swami Ramdev and Shahrukh Khan openly acknowledge how the show played a pivotal role in their rise to stardom. Former President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, who honoured Rajat Sharma with Padma Bhushan, urged him not to change his role, saying, "Please remain the public prosecutor of the people of India."

This is the remarkable journey of Rajat Sharma, a name synonymous with excellence in the world of media and journalism.

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Politics | Apr 28, 2014, 08:14 AM IST

RS: And now the BJP is saying that there is a Modi wave and we'll win even this election. AJ: The signal that we are getting clearly shows that there is a big acceptance of

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Politics | Apr 28, 2014, 08:14 AM IST

RS: I want to raise a serious issue. Drug trafficking is a big issue in Amritsar and adjoining areas. Children of many families are involved in this and it has ruined many families. Many people

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Politics | Apr 28, 2014, 08:13 AM IST

New Delhi: In an exclusive interview to India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma on his popular ‘Aap Ki Adalat' show, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley opened up on a

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Politics | Jun 14, 2014, 08:20 AM IST

RS: Yes, this situation did arise.Raj: So when those criminals are coming to Maharashtra and I'm taking action against them, you are calling me mad? RS: But you put everyone in that category. Raj:  I

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Exclusive: Read full interview of Raj Thackeray to Rajat Sharma in 'Aap Ki Adalat' (Part 2)

Politics | Jun 14, 2014, 08:16 AM IST

RS: So you will ultimately get them divorced Raj: No I don't intend to shatter someone's house or alliance. I don't have that habit  nor do I ever wish to do something like this. RS:

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Politics | Jun 14, 2014, 08:13 AM IST

New Delhi: In an exclusive interview to India TV Editor-in-chief Rahjat Sharma on his popular ‘Aap Ki Adalat' show, MNS chief Raj Thackeray for the first time publically expressed his desire of becoming Chief Minister

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In Pics: Narendra Modi in Rajat Sharma's 'Aap Ki Adalat'

Politics | May 09, 2014, 07:08 AM IST

In a spirited defence of his decision not to wear skull cap offered by an Imam, Narendra Modi , BJP's prime ministerial candidate has clearly said that wearing skull cap has nothing to do with

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Yes, I like to dress well, Modi confesses to Rajat Sharma in 'Aap Ki Adalat' on India TV

Politics | Apr 15, 2014, 07:16 AM IST

New Delhi: Narendra Modi is one person who is a tough nut to crack if you want to get him to discuss his personal life, preferences and style statement.But Modi was a completely changed man

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Congress is busy generating income for just one family, Modi tells Rajat Sharma in 'Aap Ki Adalat' on India TV

Politics | Apr 15, 2014, 12:23 PM IST

New Delhi: Coming down heavily on the dynastic politics prevalent in Indian National Congress, Narendra Modi charged the party with having one point agenda of generating income for only one family (Read Gandhi-Nehru family).Appearing in

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Let Muslims carry 'Quran' in one hand and 'computer' in the other, Modi tells Rajat Sharma in 'Aap Ki Adalat'

Politics | Apr 15, 2014, 12:22 PM IST

New Delhi: In a spirited defence of his decision not to wear skull cap offered by an Imam, Narendra Modi , BJP's prime ministerial candidate, has clearly said that wearing skull cap has nothing to

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Read selective excerpts from Narendra Modi's interview to Rajat Sharma in 'Aap Ki Adalat' on India TV

Politics | Apr 12, 2014, 03:54 PM IST

New Delhi: In his first exclusive marathon interview to India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma on his popular Aap Ki Adalat show, BJP prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi opened up on a range of issues -

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Politics | Jun 13, 2014, 07:49 AM IST

Question from audience: You are campaigning relentlessly for last two months. From where do you get the motivation?Modi: I had started the campaign from 15th September. So now it's 6-7 months since I started the

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Politics | Jun 13, 2014, 07:44 AM IST

Narendra Modi in 'Aap Ki Adalat' (Part 2)Rajat Sharma: Their problem is that a ‘chaiwallah'  is trying  to become the prime minister.Narendra Modi: I am a person who never dreamt of becoming anything. And I

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Politics | Jun 13, 2014, 07:40 AM IST

New Delhi: In his first exclusive marathon interview to India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma on his popular Aap Ki Adalat show, BJP prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi opened up on a range of issues -

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Rajat Sharma to feature in 'Comedy Nights With Kapil' on Saturday

Bollywood | Apr 08, 2014, 03:46 PM IST

New Delhi: Aap Ki Adalat host Rajat Sharma, who does not even spare Bollywood biggies to be the target of his gimmicks is all set to grill India's favourite comedian this time.Coming soon on Kapil

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Kejriwal can't browbeat media, Rajat Sharma tells IIT Delhi students

Politics | Mar 15, 2014, 03:24 PM IST

New Delhi: India TV chairman and editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma today lashed out at Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal for his remarks in Nagpur threatening to jail mediapersons.Addressing students of Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi,

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Watch how Rajat Sharma exposed Arvind Kejriwal in Aaj Ki Baat

Politics | Mar 15, 2014, 01:42 PM IST

New Delhi: India TV chairman and editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma on Friday prime time show Aaj Ki Baat exposed how Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal and his associates are spreading lies and then issuing threats

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Aap Ki Adalat's Rajat Sharma to appear on Comedy Nights With Kapil (see pics)

Bollywood | Feb 27, 2014, 06:35 AM IST

Kapil Sharma, who do not even spare Bollywood biggies to be the target of his gimmicks will have to pay this time!Coming soon on Kapil Sharma's popular ‘Comedy Nights With Kapil' would be the famous

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Wind is in favour of Modi, let's not hastily jump to conclusions, Arun Jaitley tells Aap Ki Adalat

Politics | Jul 12, 2014, 05:38 PM IST

New Delhi: Senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley has rubbished speculations that the emergence of Aam Aadmi Party could act as a spoiler for Narendra Modi in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. Replying to questions from

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More communal riots in Rajasthan, UP, than in Gujarat, Maulana Madani tells Aap Ki Adalat

Politics | Jul 12, 2014, 05:38 PM IST

New Delhi:  The general secretary of Jamiat Ulema Hind, Maulana Mahmood Madani has indirectly praised Narendra Modi by saying that there are more Muslim youths in the jails of Maharashtra than in Gujarat, and more

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