Munawar Faruqui Age, Wife, Net Worth, Biography

Munawar Faruqui was born on January 28, 1992,(33 Years Old) in Junagadh, Gujarat. He grew up facing some tough times. His family lost their home during the 2002 riots, and he lost his mother when he was just 14. 

They later moved to Mumbai, where he started working young to help support his family. Throughout the years, Munawar built a name for himself as a stand-up comedian and entertainer, gaining fame through his sharp humor and strong presence in reality shows. 

With a growing fanbase and solid work in TV and music, his net worth has also become a talking point. If you’re curious to know more about his wiki, personal life, and career, you can scroll down and check out the full story.

Wiki

Munawar Faruqui Biography
Full NameMunawar Iqbal Faruqui
ProfessionStand-up Comedian, Rapper
Famous AsStand-up comedian
Nick NameFaruqui
Date of Birth28 January 1992 (Tuesday)
Age33 Years Old
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceJunagadh, Gujarat
HometownDongri, Mumbai, Maharashtra
CountryIndia
Mother TongueHindi
Zodiac SignAquarius
ReligionIslam 
HobbiesWatching WWE, Dancing, and Playing Cricket
Food HabitsNon-Vegetarian
Educational QualificationSchool Dropout
DebutSong: Jawab

Family

Munawar Faruqui’s father’s name is Iqbal Faruqui. His mother’s name is yet to be updated. He has three sisters—one of them is named Shabana, and the names of the other two yet to be updated.

Father NameIqbal Faruqui
Mother NameNot Known
Brother NameNone
Sister NameShabana & 2 Other sisters (Not Known)

Physical Appearance

Munawar Faruqui Height

Munawar Faruqui is about 5 feet 9 inches tall, which is around 175 cm or 1.75 meters. He weighs roughly 65 kg or 143 pounds. He has black eyes and dark brown hair. The information about his body measurements is yet to be updated.

Height (Approx.)in centimeters – 175 cm
in meters – 1.75 m
in feet inches – 5’ 9”
Weight (Approx.)in kilograms –65 kg
in pounds –143 lbs
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorDark Brown

Relationship Status

Munawar Faruqui was married to Jasmine in 2017, but they got divorced in 2022. He has a son named Mikael from that marriage. He was in a relationship with model Nazila Sitaishi from 2021 to 2023. He married makeup artist Mehzabeen Coatwala in May 2024.

There’s also talk that he was once involved with actor and model Ayesha Khan, though that hasn’t been confirmed.

Marital StatusDivorced
Affairs/GirlfriendsNazila Sitaishi (model) (2021-2023)
Ayesha Khan (actor, model) (alleged ex-girlfriend)
SpouseJasmine (M. 2017- Div. 2022)
ChildrenSon– Mikael

Munawar Faruqui Career

Munawar Faruqui started his career as a standup comedian on YouTube. Over time, he explored music, joined reality shows, and built a strong presence in entertainment.

Started with YouTube Comedy

In April 2020, Munawar uploaded a standup video titled Dawood, Yamraaj & Aurat on his YouTube channel. It got him a lot of attention and helped build his fanbase.

Tried His Hand at Music

By August 2020, he dropped his first song Jawab in collaboration with musician Spectra. It marked his debut in the music space.

Another Hit Standup Video

On 28 February 2021, he uploaded another comedy video called Ghost Story. This added more fuel to his growing popularity.

Won Lock Upp in 2022

In 2022, Munawar joined the reality show Lock Upp, hosted by Kangana Ranaut and produced by Balaji Telefilms. The show streamed on ALTBalaji and MX Player. He ended up winning the show on 8 May 2022​.

Bigg Boss 17 Champion

He joined Bigg Boss 17 in 2023, hosted by Salman Khan. He stayed consistent throughout the season and won the title on 28 January 2024​.

Tried Cricket for Entertainment

Apart from comedy and TV, Munawar also took part in the Entertainers Cricket League, session 1. It’s a light-hearted tournament featuring celebs from different fields​.

Here’s a quick look at his work in television and music videos:

Television Credits

YearTitleRoleNotes
2019Cold Lassi Aur Chicken MasalaRoast Comic
2022Lock Upp 1ContestantWinner
2023–2024Bigg Boss 17Contestant
2025–presentHafta VasooliHost

Special Appearances

YearShowRoleNotes
2024Suhaagan: Ke Rang Jashn Ke RangHimselfHoli Celebration
2024Dance Deewane 4Himself
2024Madness Machayenge – India Ko HasayengeHimself
2024Bigg Boss OTT Season 3HimselfInteracted with housemates and conducted a task
2024Star Vs Food SurvivalHimselfJoined chef Ranveer Brar in Star vs Food Survival Season 2

Music Video Credits

YearTitleSinger(s)Notes
2022Halki Si BarsaatSaaj BhattFeaturing Nazila Sitaishi
2022Ik Tu HiRito RibaFeaturing Oviya Darnal
2024Halki Halki SiAsees Kaur, Saaj BhattFeaturing Hina Khan
2025Hawa BankeRito RibaFeaturing Kinza Hashmi

Controversies

Munawar Faruqui has faced a few controversies over the years, some of which made headlines. Here’s a quick look at the major ones with sources:

DateIncidentDetailsOutcome
January 1, 2021Arrest in IndoreAccused of making jokes about Hindu deities and Amit ShahArrested; spent 37 days in jail; later granted bail
November 2021Show CancellationsFaced threats; shows were canceledConsidered quitting; said “hate won”
March 26, 2024Detention at Mumbai Hookah BarDetained during raid at illegal hookah barReleased on bail
February 2025Complaint Against ‘Hafta Vasooli’ ShowComplaint filed for promoting vulgarity and hurting sentimentsUnder investigation
December 2023Allegations of InfidelityAccused by ex-girlfriend Nazila of cheating during Bigg Boss 17Sparked public criticism

Net Worth & Salary

Munawar Faruqui Net Worth

Munawar Faruqui’s net worth is around $1 million, which is about INR 8 crore in Indian currency. He earns roughly INR 7 to INR 8 lakhs each week.

Net Worth in USD (Approx.)$1 Million
Net Worth in Indian Rupees (Approx.)₹8 Cr
Salary in Indian Rupees (Approx.)₹7 to 8 Lakhs per week
Car & Bike CollectionToyota Fortuner, MG Hector, Mahindra Scorpio N
Income SourceYouTube Channel, Social Media Platforms, Brand Endorsements, Live Shows

Social Media Handles

Instagram @munawar.faruqui
Facebook @Munawarcomedy
Twitter @munawar0018
YouTube @munawar0018

Munawar Faruqui Songs Lyrics

Interesting Facts About Munawar Faruqui

  • Munawar started working at the age of 17 to support his family. 
  • Despite being a school dropout, he built a strong career in comedy and TV.
  • Munawar is very active on social media and has a massive fan following.

FAQs

How old is Munawar Faruqui?

Munawar Faruqui is 33 Years Old.

What is Munawar Faruqui’s height?

He is about 5 feet 9 inches tall.

What is Munawar Faruqui’s Net Worth?

His net worth is around $1 million (approx. INR 8 crore).

What is Munawar Faruqui’s salary?

He earns about INR 7 to INR 8 lakhs per week.

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