Deepanshu Raj, known by the pseudonym Iqlipse Nova, boasts a diverse professional portfolio as a chemical engineer while also making a mark as a YouTuber, vocalist, and social media influencer. His online presence through music videos and lifestyle vlogs has propelled his popularity. Born in Rajgir, Bihar, India, on September 16, 1998, Iqlipse Nova, currently 24 years old as of 2022, hails from this town.
His academic journey comprises a Bachelor of Technology and a Master of Technology in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, achieved between 2016 and 2021. Despite his technical expertise, his passion for filmmaking and music steered him away from conventional career paths post-graduation, as he convinced his parents to support his ambitions in the entertainment industry.

Iqlipse Nova has excelled academically, securing a district-level position in the CBSE Board exams during his 12th-grade studies. He subsequently relocated to Delhi, where he enrolled in an FIITJEE coaching center, earning an All India Rank of 3000 in the IIT-JEE 2016 entrance exam. His commitment led to the attainment of a dual B. Tech.+ M. Tech. degree in Chemical Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology in Delhi.
Venturing into YouTube during his second year of graduation in September 2018, he rapidly garnered approximately 50,000 subscribers by the completion of his Master’s degree. He showcased his musical talent by releasing his college’s inaugural music video and actively engaging in hosting and participating in numerous cultural events on campus.