Milind Chandwani Age, Wife, Family, Net Worth, Biography

Who is Milind Chandwani?

Milind Chandwani is an Indian social activist turned product leader and reality TV personality, best known as the founder of the education NGO Camp Diaries and as a former MTV Roadies Real Heroes contestant. He is currently in the news for marrying actor Avika Gor on September 30, 2025, a ceremony filmed on the set of the reality series Pati Patni Aur Panga and widely covered across Indian media. A lesser known fact is that Milind is an IIM Ahmedabad MBA who left a software career to teach in government schools before building his NGO and later moving into tech product roles. In a unique celebrity event that dominated news headlines in October 2025, Milind tied the knot with Avika Gor on the sets of the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga, turning their television appearance into a real-life fairytale.

Key Information 

Field	Information
Full Name	Milind Chandwani
Profession	Social activist, NGO founder, Product leader, Reality TV personality
Known For	Founder of Camp Diaries, MTV Roadies Real Heroes contestant, marriage to actor Avika Gor
Age	34 (as of October 2025)
Date of Birth	27 March 1991
Zodiac Sign	Aries
Years Active	2016 to present
Hometown	Kondapur, Hyderabad, Telangana
Current Residence	Bengaluru and Mumbai travel base, India
Religion	Hindu
Nationality	Indian
Educational Qualification	B.E. Computer Science, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering; MBA, IIM Ahmedabad
Hobbies	Teaching and mentoring, guitar, fitness, volunteering with youth programs
Marital Status	Married, 30 September 2025
Wife	Avika Gor, actor
Children	NA

Early Life and Education

Milind Chandwani was born around 1991 and spent his formative years in various cities. He received his school education from Baden Powell Public School. Demonstrating a keen intellect, Milind pursued a B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering from Dayananda Sagar College in Bangalore (or JSS Science and Technology University, Mysore, as per some reports).

His academic excellence continued as he secured admission to one of India’s most prestigious management schools, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad, where he completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA). This background set him up for a successful career in the corporate world, but his early ambitions were soon redirected toward social impact and education, laying the groundwork for his future in philanthropy.

Physical Appearance

• Height: about 5 ft 11 in

• Weight: not publicly known

• Eye colour: black

• Hair colour: black

Career Journey

First break and social impact

Milind began in software at Infosys before choosing the classroom through Teach For India. In 2017 he founded Camp Diaries, which started as weekend camps in Hyderabad and quickly expanded across cities to teach skills like music, coding, dance, photography, and self defence to government school children. By the end of its first year it had already reached thousands of students with a large volunteer base.

Reality television and public profile

He entered the national spotlight on MTV Roadies Real Heroes in 2019 and later appeared as a celebrity contestant on Zee Heroes. In 2025 he featured on Pati Patni Aur Panga with Avika Gor, where the couple also married on September 30.

Product leadership and tech roles

Parallel to his social work, Milind moved into product management, holding roles at Ola Electric, BYJU’S, Infinity Learn, and Kuku FM. His current bio on LinkedIn and recent media profiles list him as Associate Director, Product, at Kuku FM, with prior leadership roles at BYJU’S.

Recognition

Milind’s classroom and NGO work has been profiled by Indian media and brand campaigns, highlighting his focus on equitable access to extracurricular learning.

Relationships

• Marital Status: Married (Since September 30, 2025).
• Wife Name: Avika Gor (Actress, known for Balika Vadhu and Sasural Simar Ka).
• Relationship Duration: The couple first met in 2020 in Hyderabad through mutual friends. Their relationship developed from a strong friendship, with Milind initially “friend-zoning” Avika for several months before eventually falling in love. They became engaged in June 2025 after five years of dating.
• The Unique Wedding: Their wedding was a major social media event, as they tied the knot on September 30, 2025, on the sets of the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga – Jodiyon Ka Reality Check, in which they were participating as a couple. The lavish, star-studded ceremony included all traditional rituals like Haldi and Mehendi and was attended by fellow celebrity contestants.
• Lifestyle Insights: Milind is known for a lifestyle focused on fitness, dance, and continuous travel for his social work. He has a strong belief in leveraging his professional skills for the greater good.

Family Background

Controversies

• Bengaluru cab incident, 2024. A light hearted video of Milind driving his cab driver home at 3 a.m. went viral and was covered by Hindustan Times, drawing attention to his Instagram presence.

• Reality show moments, 2025. Interviews and segments on Pati Patni Aur Panga, including a lie detector segment and behind the scenes interactions, trended on entertainment media and social platforms ahead of the wedding.

• Roadies Stint: His appearance on Roadies in 2019 was his first viral moment, where he was praised for his heartfelt dedication to his NGO, which won him the support of gang leaders and the public.

Net Worth

As of late 2025, Milind Chandwani’s net worth is estimated to be approximately ₹1.8 crores. The total amount comes from his diverse career, which spans roles in software engineering, television, and entrepreneurship.

Main Sources of Income:

• Salary/Consulting from past and present corporate roles (e.g., Infosys, BYJU’S, Ola Electric).
• Product development and leadership roles in various tech and ed-tech companies.
• His NGO, Camp Diaries, operates on a non-profit model, but his business acumen from IIM Ahmedabad contributes to effective resource management and venture creation.
• Appearances on reality television shows.

Social Media Presence