Aman Chopra is an Indian television journalist and prime-time anchor at News18 India, where he hosts the 10 pm debate show Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge. This Aman Chopra biography covers his age, family, career and the controversies attached to his coverage. It also covers his most recent news: an FIR registered in Ranchi in August 2026 over a hospital video he recorded during the Jharkhand student protests.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Aman Chopra |
| Date of Birth | December 1985. Sources disagree on the day (24 December vs 7 December) |
| Age | 40 (as of September 2026) |
| Birthplace | Disputed: Meerut, Uttar Pradesh (one profile) vs Delhi (several others) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism (per aggregator profiles) |
| Education | Master’s in Mass Communication. The university is reported inconsistently |
| Profession | Journalist, television news anchor, YouTube host |
| Known For | Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge on News18 India; The Aman Podcast |
| Spouse | Saloni Sablok, reportedly married in 2014 |
| Social Handles | X: @AmanChopra_ · YouTube: The Aman Podcast (TAP) |
Who Is Aman Chopra?
Aman Chopra is one of the best-known faces of Hindi prime-time news. He anchors a nightly debate programme on national politics and social issues. In June 2026, News18 India rebuilt its primetime schedule around seven anchors, and his 10 pm slot was kept as the closing show of that block. A News18 executive described the show as having one of the strongest brand identities in Hindi primetime.
He is also a polarising figure. His supporters see him as a forceful voice on national issues. Critics, fact-checkers and India’s broadcast self-regulator have repeatedly objected to the tone and framing of some of his programmes. This article records both, along with the documented rulings.
Early Life and Family
Aman Chopra was born in December 1985. Most profile sites say Delhi, but at least one outlet says Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The exact date is also disputed, with 24 December and 7 December both in circulation. We could not confirm either from a primary source, so we treat both as unverified.
Family details come mostly from entertainment-wiki websites rather than news outlets, so treat them with caution. These sites say his father, Virender Chopra, is an interior designer, and his mother is Rita Chopra. They also say he has a younger sister, Shruti Chopra Sachdeva.
Education
Sources agree that Chopra holds a master’s degree in mass communication. They disagree on where. One profile names a Delhi university affiliated with Indraprastha University, another names Lovely Professional University in Jalandhar, and a third lists several institutions. Several profiles say he acted in college theatre and worked as a freelance anchor while studying.
Career
Early Media Career
Profiles say he began in television as a reporter at IBN7, now News18 India. He is also reported to have worked at CNEB (about four years), Rajya Sabha TV, News Express, ABP News and Zee News. One source also lists Sudarshan News.
News18 India and Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge
Chopra is now a senior anchor at News18 India. His flagship show, Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge (“We Will Not Let the Nation Bow”), was already on air by January 2022. He also fronts the channel’s coverage on hot-button national stories.
Digital Presence: The Aman Podcast
Alongside television, Chopra runs a YouTube channel, The Aman Podcast (TAP), which carries live shows and long-form discussions. The footage at the centre of the August 2026 FIR was published on this channel. In mid-2026 the channel and his TV show also carried debate episodes on Pakistan, Balochistan and PoK, which is relevant for readers in Pakistan.
Awards and Recognition
We found no verified major journalism awards.
Controversies
Chopra’s career has produced a long paper trail of complaints, rulings and legal cases. The points below stick to what is documented, and none of them amounts to a criminal conviction.
Rajasthan FIRs (2022)
In April 2022, three FIRs were registered against Chopra in Bundi, Alwar and Dungarpur in Rajasthan. The charges included sedition, outraging religious sentiments and promoting enmity between groups. They related to an episode of his show that linked the demolition of a temple in Alwar’s Rajgarh area to a demolition drive in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri. Reports say the Alwar temple was among several structures cleared for a road-and-corridor project.
The Rajasthan High Court stayed his arrest in two of the FIRs, but a local court in Dungarpur issued an arrest warrant. Rajasthan Police visited his Noida office and home in May 2022 and did not find him. The Rajasthan High Court later told the police not to pursue the sedition charges, according to Newslaundry.
Broadcast Regulator Orders (2022–2023)
India’s News Broadcasting and Digital Standards Authority (NBDSA) issued several orders against shows Chopra anchored.
- October 2022: A ₹50,000 fine on News18 India over a hijab-ban debate. The regulator said the problem lay in the narrative tilt and in the anchor failing to stop panellists crossing the line.
- February 2023: Further orders against multiple programmes, including a show on public caning of men in Gujarat. The regulator found the coverage gave the incident a communal tilt, and it ordered videos removed.
- Later order: The regulator also asked for take-downs on shows using the term “love jihad”.
News18 argued its shows were consistent with the regulator’s guidelines. The fine amounts and the number of shows are reported differently across outlets (figures from ₹20,000 to ₹50,000 per order).
Political Friction
Congress announced it would not send spokespersons to his show, and a Congress leader once demanded he delete a tweet or face legal action.
Ranchi Hospital FIR (August 2026)
On 9 August 2026, Chopra entered the High Dependency Unit of Sadar Hospital in Ranchi and recorded video beside a student on hunger strike. The student was linked to the protest over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand’s JPSC and JSSC exams. On 10 August he said he was questioned by police for about two hours while having breakfast, then handed an FIR.
The complaint came from Ranchi’s Civil Surgeon, who said he entered a critical area without following infection-control and patient-safety rules. It also asked whether patient information was recorded and published without consent. The case cites several BNS sections. Chopra said other journalists and politicians had visited the same student and that he was selectively targeted. He described the FIR as the price of speaking the truth.
The Committee to Protect Journalists said it was monitoring the case and called for a proportionate investigation that does not obstruct legitimate journalism. BJP leaders criticised the state government. The Logical Indian noted that police had not publicly clarified the legal basis for the questioning and that there was no confirmed arrest.
Personal Life
Aman Chopra is reportedly married to Saloni Sablok, an interior designer, since 2014, and they have a son. These details come from aggregator sites and are not confirmed by Chopra or a mainstream outlet. He keeps his family largely out of public view.
Net worth: Websites quote wildly different unsourced figures, and none is backed by a credible disclosure. We do not publish a number. Any figure should be treated as speculation.
Aman Chopra in 2026
As of late September 2026, Chopra remains a senior anchor at News18 India and hosts Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge at 10 pm. News18’s June 2026 primetime revamp kept his show in the line-up. He continues to publish on The Aman Podcast, and his coverage of the Jharkhand protests dominated his August output. His main legal issue is the Ranchi FIR, whose current status we could not confirm.
Shows and Platforms
| Show / Platform | Channel | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge | News18 India | Anchor | 10 pm primetime debate; on air by Jan 2022 |
| The Aman Podcast (TAP) | YouTube | Host / owner | Live shows and interviews |
| Earlier roles | IBN7, CNEB, Rajya Sabha TV, News Express, ABP News, Zee News | Reporter / anchor |
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Aman Chopra?
He was born in December 1985, which makes him 40 as of September 2026. Sources disagree on the exact day.
Who is Aman Chopra’s wife?
Profile sites say he married Saloni Sablok in 2014. This has not been confirmed by a mainstream outlet or by Chopra.
Which channel does Aman Chopra work for?
He is a senior anchor at News18 India and hosts Desh Nahi Jhukne Denge at 10 pm.
Why was an FIR filed against Aman Chopra in August 2026?
Ranchi’s Civil Surgeon complained that he entered a hospital’s High Dependency Unit and filmed a hunger-striking student without following safety protocols. Chopra says he was selectively targeted.
What was the 2022 Rajasthan case against Aman Chopra?
Three FIRs were filed over a show about a temple demolition in Alwar. Courts stayed his arrest in two, and the High Court told police not to pursue the sedition charges.
What is Aman Chopra’s net worth?
No credible, sourced figure exists. Estimates online are inconsistent.
Last updated: September 2026
