About Parikshit Balochi

My Journey

Small Town Beginnings

Jodhpur, India

Born in the small town of Jodhpur, India, where I had my elementary education until XIIth standard. My first attempt at radio was accidental - I accompanied friends to audition for Jodhpur's first private radio station and ended up being the only selected male out of about 8,000 people.

Radio Career in India

2005-2010

Spent half a decade doing radio in India, covering important events like the 26/11 attacks and the Navratri stampede in Jodhpur. Developed my journalistic skills alongside my entertaining personality.

Move to Dubai

2010

Relocated to Dubai to host a breakfast show on City 1016, UAE's No.1 Bollywood Music Station. Started building my presence in the UAE as a radio personality.

Travel Blogging Begins

2015

Started documenting my travels and adventures around the world. From having no passport to visiting over 100 countries, my wanderlust has taken me to some of the most amazing places on earth.

Award-Winning Career

2019-Present

Recognized as Middle East's Travel Blogger of the Year in 2019 and Filmfare Middle East's Travel Blogger of the Year in 2020. Continued to grow my radio show to become the highest-rated breakfast show for more than half a decade.

Professional Biography

An award-winning Breakfast radio presenter on UAE's biggest Bollywood Music radio station, City1016. With a passion for music and a talent for entertaining, I host the biggest Breakfast show that caters to the South Asian expat community living in the UAE.

With over 1.6 million listeners tuning in every day, I've become a household name in the UAE, captivating audiences with my infectious personality, humor, and charisma. My show has been the highest-rated Breakfast show for more than half a decade, winning several awards and recognition from industry experts.

Beyond the airwaves, I've established a strong presence on social media with more than 60K followers on my verified Instagram account. I'm known for creating funny and creative content that showcases my personality and connects with my audience.

As a travel enthusiast, I've visited over 100 countries, earning recognition as a 2-time award-winning travel content creator in the Middle East. My travel experiences have made me a trusted source of travel advice for the South Asian community in the UAE.

I'm also a professional emcee and host with 18+ years of experience, bringing energy and creativity to corporate events, weddings, and special occasions throughout the UAE.

Skills & Expertise

Radio Presenting

18+ years of experience

Event Hosting

18+ years of experience

Travel Content

10+ years of experience

Social Media

10+ years of experience

Celebrity Interviews

15+ years of experience

Brand Partnerships

10+ years of experience

Awards & Recognition

Limca Book of World Records

For hosting the longest live radio ever - 195 hours

A testament to dedication and endurance in radio broadcasting.

Middle East's Travel Blogger of the Year

2019

Recognized for outstanding travel content creation across multiple platforms.

Filmfare Middle East's Travel Blogger of the Year

2020

Honored for exceptional travel storytelling and photography.

IRF Award

For contributions to the De Taali campaign against eve teasing

Using media influence for positive social change.

Best Radio Presenter Nominations

UAE, Multiple Years

Three-time nominee for Best Radio Presenter in the UAE.

Highest-Rated Breakfast Show

City 1016, 5+ Years

Consistently delivering the most popular morning radio content in the UAE.

Media Appearances

Featured in prominent publications and media outlets across the UAE and internationally.

Business Standard
The National News
Khaleej Times
Gulf News

Want to work with me?

Whether you're looking for a charismatic radio personality, an energetic event host, or a creative content collaborator, I'm ready to bring my expertise to your project.