Taking the saffron bandwagon and Hindutva ideology ahead, the Maharashtra Navanirman Sena (MNS) launched its new flag, which is saffron in colour with the Shivmudra in the centre, at a conclave organised by party chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday. Apart from the event being a re-launch of sorts for the party, it also turned into a launch pad for Raj's son Amit as an MNS leader.

Addressing the crowd for the first time, Amit said, "I came to know about my induction in the party just yesterday evening. I couldn't sleep the whole night. Given this opportunity, I will surely work hard." His mother, Sharmila Thackeray said, "It is a very happy moment for the entire family. He has been doing good work and now he will be in active politics. There will be challenges ahead of him but I am confident that he will come out successful."

Amit Thackeray was born to Raj and Sharmila Thackeray in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

In pic: Amit Thackeray with his family on a trip to Europe.

Born and brought up in Mumbai, Amit Thackeray studied commerce at the RA Podar Junior College in Matunga. He joined architecture course at LS Raheja College after passing out of Podar but later moved to DG Ruparel College in Matunga where he completed his degree.

In pic: A young and dashing Amit Thackeray enjoys a cup of coffee.

In 2014, during the Lok Sabha elections, Amit Thackeray was soft-launched by his father Raj Thackeray into politics. Back then, Amit used to hold roadshows across the city of Mumbai. In 2017, during the civic polls, Amit started a Facebook page to interact with the youth. Amit is regularly seen posting photos of dad Raj's political rallies and much more.

In picture: A young Amit Thackeray greets the King of Pop music Michael Jackson along with his mother Sharmila Thackeray when the legend had come down to Mumbai in 1996.

Besides being the eldest son of Raj and Sharmila Thackeray, Amit Thackeray also has a younger sister. His younger sister, Urvashi Thackeray, carved a name for herself in Bollywood and fashion industry. Urvashi was the assistant director of the David Dhawan directorial Judwaa 2 and garnered a lot of appreciation for her work in the film.

In pic: Amit Thackeray smiles for the cameras after celebrating Rakshabandhan with his sister Urvashi Thackeray.

Just like the late Bal Thackeray, Amit Thackeray, too, is a cartoonist and loves playing football.

In pic: Amit Thackeray interacts with tribal students of Gandulwadi in Thane.

In a throwback Thursday post, Amit Thackeray took to Instagram and shared a rare, candid picture of himself with Bal Thackeray during his childhood days. While sharing this picture with his followers on Instagram Amit Thackeray captioned it: Some Moments always stay Forever! A point of commonality with Balasaheb. "I like drawing and making cartoons, Balasaheb has seen them and has praised me too."

Amit Thackeray shared a work of his cartoon skills and sketched portrayed of his father Raj Thackeray. Amit Thackeray captioned this one: From whom I learned ... started with them!

Amit Thackeray tied the knot with his fiancee Mitali Borude, a fashion designer, at St. Regis Hotel in Lower Parel, Mumbai on January 27, 2019. His wedding ended up on a grand scale and was attended by some prominent personalities.

In picture: Amit Thackeray and Mitali Borude make for a cute couple!

Amit Thackeray and Mitali Borude were seeing each other for a few years before they made their relationship official. While Amit is Raj and Sharmila Thackeray's son, Mitali Borude is the daughter of a renowned paediatrician, Dr. Sanjay Borude.

Amit Thackeray's wife, Mitali Borude is a fashion designer by profession and she had launched her own label with Amit's sister Urvashi Thackeray a few years ago. It is said that Mitali and Urvashi have been close friends for a while and Amit met her through his sister.

In Pic: Amit Thackeray, Mitali Borude and Urvashi Thackeray get candid at an event in Khar.

In picture: Amit Thackeray and Mitali Borude don traditional ethnic wear as the two love-birds wish one and all Happy Diwali!

Just a night before their engagement, Amit Thackeray shared this candid picture of the two of them on social media where the couple is seen holding each other's hand walking together. Amit Thackeray captioned the picture: Watch this space for more.

Amit and Mitali made their relationship public when the two exchanged rings at Raj Thackeray's residence Krishna Kunj in Dadar on December 11, 2017. Soon after the engagement, Amit Thackeray took to social media to share the good news with his fans and followers alike. Amit captioned the picture: New boss in the house!

Amit Thackeray tied the knot with Mitali Borude in a traditional Maharashtrian style wedding in what was an intimate affair amidst friends and families in Mumbai. 

In picture: Newly wed couple Amit Thackeray and Mitali Borude give today's new age couple some major Relationship goals' with this candid picture of themselves

On his Instagram bio, Amit describes himself as Imaginative, Unorthodox and Quick-witted. He further reveals that he is an avid footballer, a caricaturist, and an environmentalist.

In pic: Amit Thackeray enjoys a session of football with Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri.

In Pic: Amit Thackeray attends Mumbai bodybuilding competition 'Mumbai Shree 2019' in the suburbs of Khar, Mumbai.

Besides being a cartoonist and an environmentalist, Amit Thackeray is also an ardent animal lover and loves dogs. Through his Insta posts, Amit has never shied away from showing his unconditional love for pets especially dogs.

In pic: Amit Thackeray enjoys spending time with his pet dog.

In pic: Amit Thackeray showers tons of kisses as he cuddles the dog.

Amit Thackeray, who is known to hobnob with Bollywood and sports celebrities has never shied away from posting pictures on Instagram. In picture: A collage of Amit Thackeray with Raj Thackeray, Ratan Tata, Amitabh Bachchan, and footballer Ronaldinho.