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Who Is Ruby Bhatia? India’s First VJ Who Is Going Viral After Decades For THIS Reason - ‘Feels So Heavy To See Her...’ | Video
Ruby Bhatia was one of the most recognisable faces of 1990s Indian television. From anchoring music shows to interviewing Bollywood stars, she shaped the way a generation consumed pop culture long before social media existed. A former Miss India Canada and India's first video jockey, she commanded attention and reportedly charged close to Rs 1 lakh per show during her peak.
According to an interview with Bollywood Thikana, Ruby has spent the past two decades away from the spotlight to focus on family and a quieter life. But recently, she grabbed attention again as she offered life coaching for just Rs 1,000.
India's First VJ Ruby Bhatia Offering Life Coaching For Rs 1,000
In the video, Ruby shared her phone number and told viewers: “Personality development, weight loss, personal issues, fear, depression, anxiety, panic attacks – whatever I can help you with. I am there for you. Fee is Rs 1,000 and unlimited access."
For 90s kids, Ruby Bhatia was everywhere, a familiar, confident face on TV, VJing, anchoring, interviewing.Seeing her reels today, offering life coaching, makeup tips, and even asking people to WhatsApp her for work for ₹1000, just feels heavy.Not mocking her at all. It's… pic.twitter.com/JAP2YPkZXp— Sapna Madan (@sapnamadan) January 29, 2026
The video caught the attention of Ruby's fans, many of whom shared memories of her 90s fame alongside their thoughts on her new venture.
One user wrote, “For 90s kids, Ruby Bhatia was everywhere, a familiar, confident face on TV, VJing, anchoring, interviewing. Seeing her reels today, offering life coaching, makeup tips, and even asking people to WhatsApp her for work for Rs 1,000, just feels heavy. Not mocking her at all. It's simply a sobering reminder of how fleeting fame is and how important financial security in later years really is."
For 90s kids, Ruby Bhatia was everywhere, a familiar, confident face on TV, VJing, anchoring, interviewing.Seeing her reels today, offering life coaching, makeup tips, and even asking people to WhatsApp her for work for ₹1000, just feels heavy.Not mocking her at all. It's… pic.twitter.com/JAP2YPkZXp— Sapna Madan (@sapnamadan) January 29, 2026
Another fan commented, “It's such a pleasure seeing Ruby Bhatia after decades. There was a time when satellite TV had just arrived in the early nineties, and MTV (which later metamorphosed into V on Star) and V were immensely popular among the younger lot. Ruby was undoubtedly one of the most popular faces of entertainment television of that era. That was a time, too."
It's so much pleasure seeing Ruby Bhatia after decades. There was time when satellite TV has just arrived in early nineties and MTV ( which later metamorphosed into V on star) and V were immensely popular among younger lot. Ruby was undoubtedly one of the most popular faces of…— Sanjeev S (@this_sanjeev) January 30, 2026
“I love Ruby Bhatia! As a 90s kid I always found her style & confidence outstanding. She's a natural performer & orator! Massive respect for her to use social media to leverage her skills & make honest money! Her Insta post comments pass the vibe check with encouraging messages & she even gets business from her posts. I wish her nothing but raging success and she surely will!" someone else added.
I love Ruby Bhatia! As a 90s kid I always found her style & confidence outstanding. She's a natural performer & orator! Massive respect for her to use social media to leverage her skills & make honest money! Her insta post comments pass the vibe check with encouraging messages…
— FittrwithKJ | Kapil Jadhav (@Fittrwithkj) January 30, 2026
“Many might not know, before Mandira Bedi, it was Ruby Bhatia who led the coverage for Sony in CT 2002," a viewer pointed out.
Many might not know, before Mandira Bedi, it was Ruby Bhatia who led the coverage for Sony in CT 2002. https://t.co/J2MOJ4yzPw— Sidhant Khajuria (@SidRK27) January 30, 2026
Why Ruby Turned To Coaching
In an interview with Bollywood Thikana, Ruby admitted, “I used to charge about Rs 1 lakh per show in the 90s for anchoring events. For shoots, I charged per day depending on the project's budget."
According to the interview, Ruby has largely avoided regular work for the past 20 years. “I am often spotted in Lokhandwala with my family. The house we live in is about 30 years old, so I thought of revamping it a little—just painting and refreshing the space. But that turned into a slippery slope. Suddenly, there were carpenters and painters everywhere. What was supposed to be a small update became a full-scale renovation, something I had never dealt with before."
Ruby said the renovation costs quickly spiralled. “I was spending nearly Rs 20,000 every day. Midway through, the COVID-19 pandemic hit and everything stopped. When the lockdown lifted, I realised nothing matched anymore and decided to redo everything. Again, the daily expenses started. Over time, I spent a lot of money."
Returning to long shooting schedules wasn't feasible for her. “I had to take care of my kids, my home, and myself. One day, while sitting in my car, I was manifesting—wondering if I could find a job that could be done over the phone. I needed to earn because my savings had gone into the renovation," she explained. Clarifying her position, she added, “By God's grace, I have everything. But the liquid money from my FDs was spent. To rebuild that, I needed to work."
Life Coaching: A Natural Transition
Ruby's career took an unexpected turn when an organisation called WEE approached her to anchor an event focused on women restarting their careers in their 50s. “When I read the script, it made me think—what would my dream project be? And it hit me: life coaching. I had always wanted to be a life coach," she revealed.
She said the shift felt completely natural. “Without even realising it—and without charging—I had been offering life coaching since I was 25. Several women credit me for their achievements. That's when I decided to make it a profession. People from across the world now reach out to me. I act as a mentor and sounding board."
Keeping Fees Low To Stay Accessible
Ruby explained why she charges just Rs 1,000 for her coaching sessions. “In India, people still hesitate to go to psychologists but are comfortable talking to a friend. That's where a life coach comes in. I kept my fee at Rs 1,000, so it remains accessible. If I charged in thousands, only celebrities would approach me. I wanted this to be for everyone." Ruby's coaching spans personality development, meditation and weight loss.
Source: News18
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