Sakshi Joshi Biography: Age, Career, Husband, Family, Education & Achievements
Quick Info →
Age:
40 years
Hometown:
Delhi
Husband:
Vinod Kapri
Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sakshi Joshi |
| Profession | Journalist, News Anchor, Content Creator |
| Known For | Journalism, political commentary and digital news content |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
| Weight | 55 Kg |
Career
| Career Journey | Total TV: Sakshi Joshi began her journalism career in 2005 as an anchor at Total TV. India TV: In 2008, she joined India TV as a correspondent-cum-anchor and gained experience in television reporting. BBC World Service: In 2010, she worked as a producer with the BBC World Service, handling radio and online content. IBN7: Later in 2010, she joined IBN7 as a news anchor and special correspondent. News24: After a career break, she joined News24 in 2016 as a senior anchor and associate editor, hosting shows such as 5 Ki Panchayat and Paksh-Vipaksh. Digital Journalism: In 2020, she left News24 and shifted her focus toward independent digital journalism through her YouTube channel. Film Production: She also worked as a producer on the documentary-style film 1232 KMS, directed by her husband Vinod Kapri. Career Legacy: Over the years, she has worked across television, radio, online journalism and independent digital media. |
| Awards & Achievements | Champions of Humanity Award: Honoured with the 2022 BMVP (Bharat Media & Vichar Parishad) Champions of Humanity recognition for her contribution to journalism and social issues. Independent Journalism: Built a successful career in independent digital journalism after working with India TV, BBC World Service, IBN7 and News24. Digital Journalism: Developed a large online audience through her YouTube platform, where she covers current affairs, politics and social issues. Film Production: Worked as a producer on the documentary film 1232 KMS, adding film production to her journalism career. |
| Career Highlighgts | India TV, IBN7, BBC World Service, News24 |
| Notable Shows | News24 Manthan, 5 Ki Panchayat, Paksh-Vipaksh |
| YouTube | Independent digital journalism and current-affairs content |
Personal Life
| Date of Birth | 21 December 1985 |
| Age | 40 years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Educational Qualification | Frank Anthony Public School, Delhi, University of Delhi Graduate in Mass Communication |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
Family
| Husband/Spouse | Vinod Kapri |
| Father | Umesh Joshi |
| Mother | Shashi Joshi |
| Children | Aaryaman Kapri |
Favourites
| Hobbies | Reading Books, Travelling, Dancing |
| Food | Pasta,Wraps, Pizza & Ice Cream |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Colour | Red |
| Actress | Madhuri dixit |
Money Factor
| Salary (Approx) | (approx. ₹4.2–4.3 lakh per month) |
Social Media
| @sakshijoshi85 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
- Sakshi Joshi was born on 21 December 1985 in Delhi and grew up in a family connected with the Indian media industry.
- Her father, Umesh Joshi, worked as an editor at Total TV, which gave her an early connection with journalism and news media.
- She studied at Frank Anthony Public School in Delhi before completing her graduation in Mass Communication from Delhi University.
- Sakshi started her professional career as a correspondent-cum-anchor at India TV, entering television journalism at an early stage of her career.
- She later worked as a news anchor at IBN7 before moving to the BBC World Service, where she worked as a show producer.
- At News24, she hosted programmes including News24 Manthan, 5 Ki Panchayat and Paksh-Vipaksh during her television journalism career.
- She eventually developed a strong presence in digital journalism and became known for her independent coverage of political and social issues.
- She is married to journalist and filmmaker Vinod Kapri, and the couple has a son named Aaryaman Kapri.
- Sakshi has also built a substantial audience on YouTube, where she discusses current affairs, politics and issues related to the Indian media industry.
- Sakshi has two tattoos that have been noted in her public biographies— a butterfly on her left arm and the word “Maa” on her left wrist.
- In May 2023, she was detained while covering the wrestlers’ protest in Delhi, and international press organisations later reported that she was assaulted during the incident.
- In 2017, she filed a complaint over alleged vulgar comments made against her on social media, bringing attention to online harassment faced by journalists.
