Jaidev Thackeray (born b/w 1955-1958, age: 67-64 years) is a public figure in India. He is known for being the middle son of the politician and founder of the political party Shiv Sena Mr. Bal Thackeray (Bala Saheb Thackeray). At many notable political events, Jaidev has remained a part of Indian media. But he never followed his career in politics. He kept disconnected himself from politics since the beginning.
But his father remained popular in entire India. His different activities have been captured by the media due to his political background and family.
Who is Uddhav Thackeray’s Brother, Jaidev Thackeray?
Jaidev Thackeray has always remained famous in India as the elder son of Bal Thackeray. But his thinking and aesthetics kept him away from politics. He never followed in the footsteps of his father. His father was a great politician who has been worshipped by the members of the political Party Shiv Sena.
But Bal Thackeray son Jaidev never tried to become like his father. In fact, things were not good between Bal Thackeray and Jaidev. Jaidev’s younger brother Uddhav Thackeray always followed his father’s teachings and became a great politician in India.
Jaidev Thackeray Biography, Age & Early Life

Unlike his father Bal Thackeray and brother Uddhav Thackeray Jaidev Thackeray biographical information is less available in the media. According to our deep research, it is found that Jaidev was born b/w 1955-1958. He was born in Mumbai where his father spent his life for the sake of the People of Maharashtra.
However, it is not known from where he completed his schooling and graduation but we guess like his brother Uddhav Thackeray, Jaidev would have completed schooling at Balmohan Vidyamandir and then graduated from Sir J.J Institute of Applied Art.

Jaidev Thackeray Wiki/BIO
Full Real Name | Jaidev Thackeray |
Nickname | Jaidev |
Age (as of 2022) | 67-64 years |
Popular for | Being the son of politician Bal Thackeray |
Profession | Public Figure |
Date of Birth | b/w 1955-1958 |
Place of Birth | Mumbai |
Gender | Male |
Sexuality | Straight |
School | Balmohan Vidyamandir (Not Confirmed) |
College | Sir J.J Institute of Applied Art. (Not Confirmed) |
Education | Graduate |
Net worth | Not Known |
Nationality | Indian |
Caste | Marathi |
Religion | Hindu |
Zodiac Sign | Not Known |
Languages | Hindi |

Jaidev Thackeray’s Family Tree (Religion & Caste)

Jaidev Thackeray was born as the middle son of Bal Thackeray and Meena Thackeray. After him, his brother Uddhav Thackeray was born. And before him, his elder brother Bindumadhav was born. His mother died in 1995 and his mother Jaidev’s elder brother Bindumadhav also died in a car accident. Jaidev’s father died on 17th November 2012 after having a cardiac arrest.

Parents & Siblings
Father’s Name | Bal Thackeray |
Mother’s Name | Meena Thackeray |
Brother | Bindumadhav Thackeray Uddhav Thackeray |
Sister | None |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | Indian |
Caste | Marathi |
Grand Parents | Prabodhankar Thackeray & Ramabai Thackeray |
Uncle | Pama Thackeray Tipnis, Shrikant Thackeray, Sanjeevani Karandikar |
Aunt | Susheela Thackeray Gupte, Minatai Thackeray, Kunda Thackeray |
Birthday & Zodiac Sign
- Age– 67-64 years
- Birthday– b/w 1955-1958
- Sun Sign– Not Known
Story, Career & Profession
Information about Jaidev Thackeray’s career is less available with us. But between 2004-2009 there were reports that Jaidev may join Congress’s political party. But he never joined. From 2011 to 2018 Jaidev remained in the news after he raise a lawsuit against his father for not providing any share in his property.
Balasaheb Thackeray gave the majority of his property to his son Uddhav Thackeray and didn’t provide anything to his estranged son Jaidev.
In his property will Bal Thackeray wrote that all his assets will belong to Uddhav and another close member of his family. Bal Thackeray provided the first floor of his three-story “Matoshree” bungalow in suburban Bandra to Jaidev’s son Aaishvary Thackeray. Jaidev then raised a lawsuit on December 13, 2011, challenging the will of Bal Thackeray.
But in 2012 Bala Saheb died. In 2013 Uddhav raised his voice in court to probate his father’s will. Later in 2018, Jaidev ended his lawsuit without sharing any strong reason.
Jaidev Thackeray was spotted sitting with the rival of Uddhav Thackeray, Mr. Eknath Shinde
On the occasion of 2022 Dussehra which fell on 5th October 2022, Jaidev joined the stage with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Rumors begin spreading in the country that Jaidev has joined the Ekanath Shinde Group. But he cleared in his speech that he is not joining any group as he visited the stage after greeting impress with Ekanath on taking a stand with some issues.
Jaidev Thackeray said, “We Thackeray’s never deliver a scripted speech. Eknath is my favorite. He has now become the chief minister. I should call him Eknathrao. For the last five to six days I am getting phone calls inquiring if I have joined the Shinde group.”
Let me make it clear that I am a Thackeray who does not believe in joining some group. But Eknath Shinde has taken a stand on certain issues. I liked that. Such an active person is what Maharashtra needs. Therefore, for the sake of his love, I have come here,” he further said.”
Jaidev Thackeray added, “We have a history with the name Eknath. There was a Saint Eknath. Then, recently, we saw another Eknath (Eknath Khadse). His companions only finished his political career. Don’t isolate this Eknath now. He should not become a lonely Nath. Let him be Eknath only. That is all I can request from you all. Dismiss all, hold re-elections in the state. Let there be a Shinde regime in the state.”
Jaidev Thackeray First Wife, Children & Marriage
Jaidev married three times in his life. His marriage to his first wife Jayashree Kalelkar ended during the era of 80s. Then he married Smita Thackeray in 1986. Living with Smita he gave birth to his two kids Rahul Thackeray his eldest and Aaishvary Thackeray his youngest. Smita and Jaidev got divorced in 2004.
Smita is popular in Bollywood as a social activist and film producer. She is the founder of Rahul Productions and Mukkti Foundation. Some of the famous Bollywood movies in which Smitha worked as a producer are “Oh My God”, “Haseena Maan Jaayegi”, “Jab Harry Met Sejal” and many others.
Jaidev after getting divorced from Smita got married to a women name Anuradha and gave birth to his daughter Madhuri Thackeray
Personal Life
Ex-Spouse– 1. Jayashree Kalelkar, 2. Smita Thackeray
Wife– Anuradha
Relationship– Married
Marital Status– Married
Kids– From Second wife- 1. Rahul Thackeray, 2. Aaishvary Thackeray,
Children From First Wife– 1. Jaideep Thackeray, From Third Wife 1. Madhuri Thackeray
Facts/Trivia
- Jaidev never appeared in a personal interview.
- Jaidev’s ex-wife has done different work in the field of HIV/AIDS awareness.
- His brother Uddhav Thackeray became the Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 28th November 2019 but was forced to leave his seat on 29th June 2022.
- Jaidev’s grandfather Prabodhankar Thackeray was an Indian social reformer.
Social Media Profiles & Wikipedia
Facebook– Not Available
Twitter– Not Available
Wikipedia– Click here
Instagram– #jaidevthackeray
Youtube– Not Available
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Frequently Asked Questions- FAQs
Who is Jaidev Thackeray?
Jaidev is the middle son of Bala Saheb Thackeray.
How old is Jaidev Thackeray?
Jaidev was born b/w 1955-1958.
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