Anil Kapoor Height, Age, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More

Some Lesser Known Facts About Anil Kapoor

• Has Anil Kapoor quit smoking?

• Is Anil Kapoor a drinker of alcohol? Answer: Yes.

• Anil, hailing from a Punjabi family of film producers, was born and raised in Chembur, Mumbai.

• At first, his family resided in Raj Kapoor’s garage in Mumbai before eventually relocating to the “chawl” neighborhood of the city.

• To support his family financially, he has also held a job at Raj Kapoor’s garage.

• In his childhood, Anil had a tendency to engage in play and run around without wearing any shoes.

• Before becoming a renowned film producer, his father worked as Shammi Kapoor’s Secretary.

• Due to his failure in the written examination, he was not granted admission into the Pune Film Institute.

• Despite his debut being Hamare Tumhare, he actually filmed “Tu Payal Mein Geet” at the age of 14 as his first project. However, unfortunate circumstances led to the film remaining unreleased.

• Anil Kapoor, starring in the Hindi film “Woh Saat Din” in 1983, secured his first lead role. His character, Prem Pratap Singh, quickly gained popularity and became a household name.

• Adding another accomplishment to his already illustrious career, he secured a significant role in the movie Mashaal, starring alongside Dilip Kumar. This pivotal moment propelled his career even further, as he seized the opportunity to sign not one, but two films, Jaanbaz and Mere Jung, on the very night of Mashaal’s premiere.

• Later that evening, he visited the home of his then-girlfriend, Sunita, and asked for her hand in marriage.

• In addition to his acting skills, he possesses training as a semi-classical singer and has crooned tunes such as “Pyaar Kiya Nahi Jata” from the film Woh Saat Din and the titular track of the 1986 Bollywood comedy Chameli Ki Shaadi.

• Anil Kapoor and Sunita joined in matrimony on May 19, 1984. They are blessed with three children: two daughters, Sonam and Rhea, and one son, Harshvardhan. A cherished memory captured in time is the wedding picture of Anil Kapoor and Sunita.

• The movie ‘Meri Jung’, released in 1985, marked a significant turning point in his career, establishing him as a “Mature” actor in Indian cinema. Initially approached for a villainous role, he ultimately landed the lead role. Let’s take a glimpse into a famous scene from the film:

• In 1986, Anil collaborated with Salma Agha to release their pop album titled “Welcome.” Together, they sang all the songs, while Bappi Lahiri provided the music for the album.

• In 1987, while filming Mr India, the actor initially considered for the role was Amitabh Bachchan, but eventually, he appeared in the movie wearing the same outfit and hat throughout all the scenes.

• His outstanding performance in the film “Tezaab” set a new standard in Indian cinema. Just days before the movie’s release, he filmed a scene on a railway track which was then included in the final cut, only a day before the film hit the theaters.

• His worldwide fame stems from his iconic catchphrase ‘Jhakaas’!

• In preparation for his film Nayak-The Real Hero, he dedicated 7 months to rigorous gym training specifically for a remarkable 3D fighting scene. This particular scene gained immense popularity later on. However, during the actual shoot, Anil remained firm in his decision not to shave his body hair. As a spontaneous solution, it was decided to cover him in mud instead.

• After his debut production Badhaai Ho Badhaai, he went on to produce My Wife’s Murder in 2005, Gandhi, My Father, and several other films.

• During a magazine interview, Anil disclosed that the most challenging aspect of filming was the mud fighting scene. He explained that repeatedly applying and removing Multani Mitti became extremely difficult as it would dry up within minutes.

• The role of detective Robert D’ Costa, a humorous yet intelligent police officer, has been portrayed exclusively by him in all three installments of the Race movie series – Race, Race 2, and Race 3.

• He made his debut in international cinema in 2008 with the film Slumdog Millionaire, portraying the character of Prem Kumar, the host of the game show. The movie achieved great success, winning 8 Academy Awards (Oscars) across various categories.

• During an episode of Preity Zinta’s talk show, Anil Kapoor disclosed that his initial interaction with Sunita occurred over a phone call, where he instantly fell in love with her captivating voice. As time passed, their connection grew stronger, ultimately leading to the beginning of their beautiful love story.

• In 2010, he played the role of Kamistan President Omar Hassan in the American TV Series “24”. Additionally, he also portrayed the lead character, Jai Singh Rathod, in the Indian TV Series “24”, which shared the same name as the American version.

• Anil Kapoor was honored with a Wax Statue at Madame Tussauds in Singapore in recognition of his remarkable contributions to Cinema. The display at Madame Tussauds showcases a wax figure of Anil Kapoor.

• Throughout the filming of Dil Dhadakne Do, Anil Kapoor was required to conceal his appearance and wore a bandanna to cover his head. Additionally, a staggering 100 hours were devoted to crafting Anil’s hairstyle for the movie. Dil Dhadakne Do showcases the exceptional talent of Anil Kapoor.

• He once likened himself to a bottle of French wine, improving and maturing with the passing of time.

• Mubarakan marked the first instance in his career where he fully embraced the role of a Sardar, donning the complete look in 2017.

• Ranveer Singh’s uncle is related to him through marriage, as his wife is the first cousin of Ranveer’s father.

• He is excessively self-absorbed, openly admitting that whenever he comes across a reflective surface, he pauses to admire himself and bolster his self-assurance.

• After his daughter, Sonam Kapoor, entered Bollywood, Anil kept his promise and quit smoking.

• In 2018, he made a comeback alongside Madhuri Dixit and Ajay Devgn in the film Total Dhamaal, marking their reunion after a lengthy 18-year hiatus. Anil Kapoor, Madhuri, and Ajay were all seen together on the sets of Total Dhamaal.

• He attributes his excellent health and physique primarily to his positive mindset and eating habits.

• The unauthorized use of Anil Kapoor’s name, image, and voice for commercial purposes was prohibited by an order from the Delhi High Court on September 20, 2023. The court explicitly stated that any unlawful utilization of his name, voice, and likeness, particularly for commercial gain, would be strictly prohibited. [1]