Joe Rajan

Joe Rajan
Born (1973-10-27) 27 October 1973
Thrissur, Kerala, India
Occupation Director, Businessmen
Spouse(s)
Rochelle D'souza ()
Children Sarah Joe, Natasha Joe (daughters)
Parent(s) V. K. Rajan (father), Annie Rajan (mother)

Joe Rajan (born October 27, 1973) is an Indian film director and producer.[1] He is also CEO and founder of one of India's leading travel companies, Harvey World Destinations.

Early life and background

Joe Rajan started his career as an employee in a travel company in Mahim, Mumbai. In a few short years, he had risen through the ranks, becoming the vice-president (sales and marketing). In 2005, he quit and started his own travel company, Harvey India. As founder and CEO of Harvey India,[2] Joe Rajan has guided the company's growth from its modest beginnings, with just a handful of employees, to a flourishing and reputed enterprise with over a hundred employees in offices in India and abroad.

Films career

After proving his talent in the business world, he stepped into the glamorous world of films. In 2013, Joe ventured into the Indian Film Industry – producing and directing His first debut film, Luv U Soniyo,[3] which released on 26 July 2013. The film, a romantic-comedy, was bought by media giant Network 18 and had a fair run in the box office and was the launch of Rati Agnihotri's son Tanuj Virwani and Miss India 2010 Neha Hinge.[4][5][6] Recently, he co-produced the critically acclaimed Marathi Movie Kanha along with Zee studios. He is currently producing the Marathi Movie Ranangan along with Viacom 18 motion pictures and Karishma Jain. Joe Rajan is currently working on his next film (untitled). the film is written by Vipul K. Rawal, who earlier wrote the hit movie Iqbal. Shooting starts December 2016.

Personal life

He is a director, producer, businessman, philanthropist - the words his friends use to best describe him. His own philosophy of life is the good old "Live Life King size" and "Follow your heart". He was born in Thrissur, Kerala to Mr. V. K. Rajan and Annie Rajan. He is very passionate about Bollywood and music.

Relationship

He married Rochelle D'souza and has two daughters, Sarah Joe and Natasha Joe.

Philanthropist

Joe has been actively involved in several charities and he regularly sponsors various church events in Mumbai. His passion for travelling and exploring takes him to exotic destinations and meet interesting people. He and his wife Rochelle keep hosting the annual Christmas brunch where prominent names of the hospitality industry, politics and fashion rubbed shoulders with people in the entertainment field.[7][8][9]

Achievements

Joe is the Founder and CEO of Harvey India Pvt Ltd.,[2] a leading travel and tour organization that was established in 2005. It has its branch and associate Offices all over India and an International office in Chicago. He incorporated Harvey India Holidays Pvt. Ltd. in the year 2012, that has flexible packages to popular destinations like Kerala, Goa, Himachal, Rajasthan, the Southern Hill stations and more… In addition, niche options include wildlife, Ayurveda and spas, soft adventure, Honeymoons, Pilgrimages and educational tours for students. He also incorporated Harvey India Productions in 2011, with his first directorial Debut - Luv U Soniyo.[10][11][12][13] He was also a guest Columnist for Absolut India (travel specialist). Harvey India gets the award for one of the top five performers' 2013-2014 travel company from Oberoi hotels. Indias Top producers award from OTM, highest Average rate global Market India From Marriott hotels worldwide.

Filmography

YearMovieIndustryNotes
2005Page 3BollywoodHe made a special appearance as an actor
2007Traffic SignalBollywoodHe made a special appearance as an actor
2013Luv U SoniyoBollywoodHe made his Directorial Debut for Viacom 18
2016KanhaMarathi languageHe co produced the movie with Purvesh Sarnaik and Zee studios
2017Ranangan (film)Marathi languagecurrently producing with Viacom 18 and Karishma Jain
2017Ashi hi Aashiqui-Aha Marathi languagecurrently producing with T-series, Moving pictures and Supriya Pilgaonkar
2018Kolhapur Diaries Marathi languagecurrently directing the remake of malayalam super hit Angamalay Diaries

References

  1. ↑ "Guwahati siblings set for Bollywood debut with Luv U Soniyo - NDTV Movies".
  2. 1 2 http://www.harveyindia.com/
  3. ↑ "Joe Rajan".
  4. ↑ "Acting is no 'cake' walk!". 25 June 2013.
  5. ↑ desitube (7 July 2013). "Luv U Soniyo Music Launch- director Joe Rajan introduce his team of film "Luv U Soniyo"" – via YouTube.
  6. ↑ "Sonu Nigam at 'Pyaar Tera' song launch from LUV U SONIYO - photo 9 : glamsham.com".
  7. ↑ "Joe Rajan-Rochelle's Pre-Christmas Brunch: Gulshan Grover, Atul Agnihotri, Abbas-Mustan show up".
  8. ↑ "Hindi Movies, Latest Movie Wallpapers, Trailors, Events, News, Showtimes - Sulekha".
  9. ↑ Hungama, Bollywood. "Celebs grace Joe Rajan's Christmas Brunch".
  10. ↑ "Joe Rajan".
  11. ↑ "Joe Rajan Archives - Box Office India : India's premier film trade magazine".
  12. ↑ "Luv U Soniyo (2012) - IMDbPro".
  13. ↑ "Joe Rajan - Movies, Videos, Songs, Profile, Playlist, Jukebox, Awards - Bollywood MuVyz".
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