Animesh Agarwal: Bio, BGMI ID, Career & Net Worth in 2026
Who Is Animesh Agarwal?
One of India’s most popular gamers, Animesh Agarwal, popularly known as 8bit Thug,
Born on 5th March 1996 in Guwahati, Assam, he was brought up there.Before he found success in gaming, he came from a middle-class family and was pursuing his CA, CFA, FRM professional courses and working at Deloitte.That’s a far cry from the gaming empire he would go on to create.
Gaming Career Begins
Animesh started playing PUBG in 2017, when he was 22.
He started out playing just for fun.But after a few months he decided to take it seriously.He was on a competitive team and participated in the PMSC 2018 (PUBG Mobile Star Challenge) where his team reached made it to the finals in Thailand.This was a big turning point in his gaming journey, moving him from a casual player to a pro.
BGMI Id & In Game Stats
For fans who want to know his in-game name, older records show his Battlegrounds Mobile India ID as 584821785 with the in-game name 8bitThug.
IDs and stats may change with new game updates and resets, so this info is more of a historical reference.Animesh has played thousands of matches over the years and with a good win rate and finish ratio, he’s a solid competitive player.
S8UL: The road from player to founder
Animesh’s greatest contribution is the organization he helped build, not his gaming skills.
He joined hands with another popular Youtuber Mortal and along with 8bit Goldy, they merged two big gaming brands 8bit and Soul to form S8UL.S8UL is one of the leading esports and content organisations in India now.Later, the trio started a high level gaming training centre in Mumbai with more than 20 members.He also founded 8bit Creatives, a company that supports and mentors new gaming talent.
YouTube and Content Career
Animesh started his YouTube channel on July 27, 2018, focusing on BGMI, PUBG Mobile, and other games.
His channel has grown into a major platform for Indian gaming content, with gameplay streams, commentary, and behind-the-scenes looks at esports events.He’s also known for broadcasting official BGMI and PUBG Mobile tournaments, adding to his reputation as a broadcaster.
Net Worth 2026
Different sources have estimated Animesh’s net worth differently, but most of the 2026 reports suggest that he is worth around ₹152 crore, or about $17.7 million.
Personal Life
Animesh prefers to keep his personal life private and doesn’t often talk about his family or relationships.
He enjoys traveling, technology, and gaming, and has spoken about his love for finding and helping the next generation of Indian esports players something that’s just as important to his identity today as his past as a competitive gamer.
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