Gaurav Taneja aka Flying Beast: Biography, Wiki, Age 2026

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Gaurav Taneja: Biography, Wiki, Age

Gaurav Taneja , also known as Flying Beast, is an Indian YouTuber, content creator, fitness fan, and former commercial pilot. In addition to his early workout content, he became especially well-known for his family and leisure vlogs.

Brief Wiki Details:

Full name	Gaurav Taneja
Popular name	Flying Beast
Date of birth	9 July 1986
Age	40 years (as of August 2026)
Birthplace	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Nationality	Indian
Profession	YouTuber, content creator, former commercial pilot, fitness enthusiast
Education	IIT Kharagpur
Degree	B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Wife	Ritu Rathee Taneja
Children	Two daughters
Known for	Flying Beast, FitMuscle TV, Rasbhari Ke Papa

According to reports, he was born on July 9, 1986, making him 40 years old today.

His Learning

Before being accepted to IIT Kharagpur to study civil engineering, Taneja attended Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Ghazipur. He passed the IIT entrance exam in 2004, according to the Indian Express.

Gaurav Taneja Pilot Career

Gaurav worked in commercial aviation before deciding to become a full-time content maker. After working for IndiGo and rising to the rank of captain, he joined AirAsia India. While employed at AirAsia, he voiced worries about aviation safety, which led to his national recognition.

His Career In Youtube

When Gaurav first started FitMuscle TV, he focused on bodybuilding and fitness. With Flying Beast, his most popular channel, he then branched out into lifestyle and family vlogging. Additionally, he has run Rasbhari Ke Papa, which specializes in entertainment and gaming.

Family & Relationships

Ritu Rathee Taneja, a social media celebrity and pilot, is Gaurav’s wife. They are parents to two girls. His vlogging content has mostly focused on their family life.

Why is Gaurav Taneja well-known?

His fame stems from a peculiar mix of:

IIT alumnus
Commercial pilot
Bodybuilder/fitness fanatic
Vlogger and YouTuber
Family/lifestyle content
Content and viewpoints pertaining to aviation

He went from being an IIT student to becoming a national bodybuilder, a pilot, and a well-known YouTuber in India.

Note: Conflicting information regarding his education and place of birth can be found on some biography pages. Numerous publications, including The Indian Express, corroborate the birthdate of July 9, 1986, and the IIT Kharagpur/Civil Engineering background.