Bigg Boss OTT 3 Contestants: Who is Neeraj Goyat? A boxer, an entertainer, or both?

Neeraj Goyat is a WBC Asia titleholder. (image via Wikipedia)

Name: Neeraj Goyat

Occupation: Pro Boxer

Recent headlines of Goyat: Neeraj Goyat was involved in a tiff with YouTube turned boxer Jake Paul.

Current boxing Title: WBC Asia titleholder

Small brief on the boxer:

Neeraj Goyat, a standout figure in Indian boxing, is set to enter the Bigg Boss house this year. Hailing from Haryana, Neeraj has made a name for himself not only as a professional boxer but also as a mixed martial artist who has represented India on the international stage. His film appearances include roles in "Toofan" and "RRR." Recently, as mentioned above he made headlines by challenging Jake Paul to a boxing match.

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Career ventures:

In addition to his sporting achievements, he has appeared in various music videos and has trained celebrities, including Farhan Akhtar, for their boxing scenes in movies like "Toofan," where Neeraj himself had a cameo.

Boxing background:

Neeraj, originally from Karnal, discovered his passion for boxing in 2006. He quickly rose to prominence, winning a gold medal at the 2008 Youth National Tournament. His talent and dedication led to him becoming the first Indian boxer to be ranked in the WBC World Rankings for three consecutive years, from 2015 to 2017, after securing three WBC Asia titles.

Contesting in Bigg Boss OTT 3:

As he prepares to step into the Bigg Boss house, Neeraj expressed his excitement and gratitude: "I am truly honored and want to thank the Big Boss Family for opening their doors.” Expressing further gratitude, he added, "It will be an exciting time for a boxer like me, to dwell in the surroundings and share a good time with all the invited members. I look forward to also earning the trust of my audience to win the title this season."