Raghav Juyal Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft 2 in |
Weight | 72 kg |
Date of Birth | July 11, 1991 |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Raghav Juyal is an Indian dancer, actor, television presenter, and choreographer, who first gained prominence after appearing as a contestant on Dance India Dance in 2012. He is often referred to as the “King of Slow Motion” and has appeared in several reality shows such as Dance India Dance Li’l Masters 2, Dance India Dance Super Moms, Nach Baliye 7, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7, Dance Champions, Entertainment Ki Raat, and India’s Best Dancer. Raghav has hosted a variety of shows such as Dance Plus, Dil Hai Hindustani (season 2), and Dance Deewane season 3. As an actor, he has appeared in films like Sonali Cable, ABCD 2, Nawabzaade, and Street Dancer 3D.
Born Name
Raghav Juyal
Nick Name
Crockroaxz
Sun Sign
Cancer
Born Place
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Nationality
Education
Raghav completed his schooling from Doon International School in Dehradun. He later enrolled himself at DAV (PG) College to complete graduation by doing majors in commerce (or B.Com).
Occupation
Dancer, Choreographer
Family
- Father – Deepak Juyal (Lawyer)
- Mother – Alka Bakshi Juyal (Teacher at St Joseph’s Academy)
- Sibling – Yashasvi (Younger Brother)


Genre / Style
Crock-Style, Slow Motion, Lyrical Hip Hop, Dubstep Popping
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft 2 in or 188 cm
Weight
72 kg or 159 pounds
Girlfriend / Spouse
Raghav has dated –
- Shakti Mohan – RUMOR
Race / Ethnicity
Asian (Indian)
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Religion
Hinduism
Best Known For
Being the king of Slow Motion. He is known by his stage name, Crockroaxz, which is a combination of being powerful like a crocodile and creepy like a cockroach.
First Film
2013 Bollywood film, Sonali Cable for his pivotal role as Saba. In this Ramesh Sippy Entertainment films, he is starring with a female lead, Rhea Chakraborty.
First TV Show
Before appearing in Dance India Dance, he appeared in Chak Dhoom Dhoom (season 2)Team Challenge in 2011. The show aired on Colors TV. Raghav performed with dance group D-maniax.
Personal Trainer
There is no doubt that dancing is the main form of exercise for Juyal. He is always practicing various forms of dancing steps. This is what keeps the lad fit. Beyond that, to maintain a nice frame, a balanced diet is also essential.
Raghav Juyal Facts
- He had never undergone any formal dance training. Raghav learned his way of dancing by watching others on the TV and the internet.
- His signature step – Slow Motion Walk.
- To make it to the top 13 in Dance India Dance (DID), he used to practice dancing from 7 in the evening till 5 in the morning.
- As a child, he used to do dancing all the time. He never hesitated to practice dancing in the presence of his family members, except his father.
- He likes to spend time with street kids and teach them dance moves. He also used to test them to check if they have practiced that dance step, the next day. If anyone passes or succeeds in that step, he used to give gifts in the form of chocolates, clothes, etc.
- As a dancer, he has been winning awards since his days in Doon International School.
- Dance India Dance judges, Remo D’Souza, Terrence Lewis, and Geeta Kapoor also believe his signature move to be the best and no one can do that slow motion better than Raghav.
- He entered into the television with a dance group called D-maniax. But, later on, he went into attaining a solo career.
- He was originally not selected in Dance India Dance auditions during season 3 into Top 18. Terence Lewis also apologized for that. Later on public demand, Raghav was allowed to enter the show via a Wild Card entry round.
- He was also offered a movie, ABCD: Any Body Can Dance by Remo D’Souza. But, Juyal had to choose between his ongoing show DID or the movie. And, Raghav went with DID.
- He has choreographed in the 2012 show “Dance Ke Superkids”. Under his captainship, his team won.
- In April 2021, it was revealed that he had been tested positive for COVID-19.