Rhiti Tiwari-MS Dhoni Connection: Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari has been making waves inside the house with her musical ambition and bold personality. However, off-screen, a viral topic surrounding her background is her deep personal link to Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Far from a random internet rumour, Rhiti shares a decades-old family bond with the star cricketer, whom she warmly refers to as her ‘Mama’ (uncle).
How MS Dhoni Is Connected To Rhiti Tiwari’s Family?
The connection between Rhiti Tiwari and MS Dhoni traces back to her maternal family. Rhiti is the daughter of Bhojpuri singer, actor, and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari and his first wife, Pratima Pandey (known as Rani Tiwari). Pratima’s brother, Arun Pandey, is a close friend and former teammate of MS Dhoni, having played together for the Jharkhand Ranji team.
Their long-standing friendship eventually expanded into major business ventures:
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Ranji Trophy Days: During his early career, Dhoni shared a room with Manoj Tiwari in Delhi. Manoj Tiwari recalled in an interview, “We used to live in the same room in Delhi. Sometimes I used to sleep on the bed, while Dhoni used to sleep on the floor.”
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Reeti Sports: Arun Pandey founded the prominent sports management agency ‘Reeti Sports’—named directly after his niece, Rhiti Tiwari. The firm managed Dhoni’s commercial brand portfolio, advertising, and business ventures for years.
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Film Production: Arun Pandey also co-produced the hit biopic M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, starring the late Sushant Singh Rajput.
Who Is Bigg Boss 20’s Rhiti Tiwari?
Rhiti Tiwari is a singer, songwriter, and musician who entered the Bigg Boss 20 house with a clear mission to establish her independent identity as a “Rockstar”. Following her parents’ divorce in 2011, she grew up primarily with her mother. She released her solo track ‘Zhuthi Baby’ in 2025 and has also taken steps into politics by joining the BJP.
During her stint on Bigg Boss 20, she has stood out for her vocals and willingness to hold her ground, including a notable confrontation with boxing legend Mary Kom.