Dinesh Shetty is an Indian entrepreneur who is known for winning the show ‘India’s Ultimate Warrior’ in 2022 on Discovery Plus.
Dinesh Shetty with the trophy of India’s Ultimate Warrior
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Wiki/Biography
Dinesh Shetty was born on Thursday, 8 August 1985 (age 37 years; as in 2022) in Chinchwad, Pune. His zodiac sign is Leo. His hometown is Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
Height: 5′ 11″
Dinesh Shetty’s height mentioned in the show ‘India’s Ultimate Warrior’
Weight: 84 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: black
Body Measurements (Approx): Chest: 44 inches, Waist: 34 inches, Biceps: 16 inches
Family
parents and siblings
There is not much information about his parents and siblings.
wife and children
Dinesh is unmarried.
Religion
Dinesh follows Hindu religion.
tattoo
Dinesh has seven tattoos on his body.
- He has a trident tattooed on his chest.
- He has a tattoo of Lord Shiva on his right shoulder.
- He has a band tattooed on both his hands.
- He has a tattoo of Lord Shiva on his left shoulder.
- He has a tattoo on both his wrists.
Dinesh Shetty’s tattoos
livelihood
In 2009, he started the event management company ‘Production Crew’.
production crew logo
He also does social work and runs an NGO called Footsteps with his friends.
Logo of NGO ‘Footsteps’
He made his television debut with the show India’s Ultimate Warrior (2022) on Discovery Plus.
Dinesh Shetty in the show ‘India’s Ultimate Warrior’
award
In 2017, he won the Palms Award.
Dinesh Shetty wins Palms Award
Facts/General Knowledge
- Dinesh’s hobbies include boxing, horse riding and trekking.
- When Dinesh studied in school he was the head boy of the school and when he was in college he was the general secretary of the college.
- He was obese when he was younger as he weighed around 100 kg. In an interview, he told how he got inspired to lose weight and said,
During my working days, my weight increased significantly and reached almost 100 kg. I was very overweight and one day in a mall I looked at myself in the big mirror and boom, that was the day I realized I had to get back in shape. I started slowly and saw where I was. I always say that if I can do it then anyone can do it and that too without fancy diets. You can adopt a healthy lifestyle and watch the magic happen with your determination.”
- In 2022, he won the title of India’s Ultimate Warrior out of sixteen other contestants on the show. He won prize money of Rs. 2 million. He also received lifelong training at Tiger Muay Thai in Thailand. Talking about the show in an interview he said,
I am grateful to Discovery for coming up with such a concept and giving a platform to people like me to showcase our skills and passion. India’s ultimate warrior has also enabled me to form some bonds for which I will always be grateful. I’m glad that Michael Hawk was my mentor who did everything in his power to push my limits and help me shine. Additionally, it was an honor to have the incredible Vidyut Jammwal as our Dojo Master, who led us with utmost patience and spirit.”
- In 2022, Discovery Plus shared a post about Dinesh on Instagram and wrote,
Entered the ring as a businessman, left as a warrior! Presenting to you, #IndaisUltimateWarrior – India’s new Mahayoddha: Dinesh Shetty.”
- In an interview he had said that he never took leave before participating in the show.
- While he was on the show, he received a hat from his mentor Michael Hawk, who is a Green Beret in the US Army.
- Dinesh is an ardent follower of Lord Shiva and has many tattoos of Lord Shiva on his body.
- He is a fitness enthusiast and often posts pictures on social media doing boxing, weight training and horse riding. He also posts pictures of himself practicing Kalari, an Indian martial art that originated in Kerala.
Dinesh Shetty working out in the gym
Dinesh Shetty practicing Kalari
- He is often seen enjoying hookah on many occasions.
Dinesh Shetty smoking hookah
- He is an avid animal lover and often posts pictures of horses on social media. He runs a riding school and has rescued a horse with one eye.
Dinesh Shetty with his horse
- He often posts videos about healthy lifestyle on social media.
Dinesh Shetty talking about healthy diet
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