Subha Nagalakshmi Munchetty-Chendriah, commonly known as Naga Munchetty, is a British television presenter, broadcaster and journalist.
She is a regular presenter on BBC Breakfast and is a former presenter of BBC World News and BBC Two’s weekday finance programme Working Lunch.
Munchetty is known for her candid speaking style and ability to ask difficult questions. She has interviewed some of the world’s most influential people, including Hillary Clinton, David Cameron and Tony Blair.
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- Full Name: Subha Nagalakshmi Munchetty-Chendriah
- Other name: Naga Munchetty
- Date of birth: February 25, 1975
- Age: 49 years
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Streatham, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: TV presenter, announcer, journalist
Early life and education
As of 2023, Subha Nagalakshmi Munchetty-Chendriah, now 49 years old, commonly known as Naga Munchetty, was born in Streatham, London, on 25 February 1975, to an Indian mother and a Mauritian father.
She has an older sister. She was educated at Graveney School in Tooting and then studied English Literature and Languages at the University of Leeds, graduating in 1997.
After graduating, Munchetty worked as a journalist for The Evening Standard and The Observer. She then moved into television, working as a correspondent for Reuters Financial Television and CNBC Europe. In 2008, she joined BBC World News as a presenter.
Personal life
Naga Munchetty is married to James Haggar, an ITV broadcasting consultant.
The couple got married in 2004 and have been in a strong and long-lasting relationship for many years. As of 2023, they still do not have any children.
Career
Naga Munchetty’s journey into journalism began in the early 2000s. She began her career as a journalist at the City Pages of the London Evening Standard and later worked for the Business section of The Observer.
Her dedication and talent eventually took her to the BBC, where she thrived as a presenter, news editor and journalist.
Her most notable role was as a regular presenter on BBC Breakfast, a morning show that attracted a large audience.
Naga’s engaging and tactful approach to hosting and her ability to make interviewees feel comfortable have contributed to her popularity and success.
Throughout her career, Naga has also presented for BBC World News and BBC Two’s Working Lunch, demonstrating her versatility and expertise in a variety of areas.
Net worth
Naga Munchetty’s net worth is estimated to be around £3 million.
Social media
- Instagram Name: None
- Twitter User: @Tvnaga01
