| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Film Director, Producer, Host |
| Famous for | Directing the Bollywood film series ‘Golmaal’ |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 178 cm in meters– 1.78 m in feet & inches– 5’ 10” |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | – Chest: 46 Inches – Waist: 44 Inches – Biceps: 16 Inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film (Director): Zameen (2003) TV (Host): Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Darr Ka Blockbuster (2014) |
| Awards | • 2013: Best film at Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards India for the film ‘Chennai Express’
• 2013: Power Club – Box Office Award at Zee Cine Awards for the film ‘Bol Bachchan’ • 2014: Mr. Box Office India Blockbuster at Star Box Office India Awards for the film ‘Singham Returns’ • 2018: Best Film (Jury’s Choice Award) at Zee Cine Awards for the film ‘Golmaal Again’ |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 14 March 1974 (Thursday) |
| Age (as of 2023) | 49 Years |
| Birthplace | Bombay, Maharashtra |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | Indian |
| School | St. Mary’s High School & Junior College, Mumbai |
| Address | He resides in an apartment at Hasya Kalakar Mehmood Chowk, Juhu, Mumbai. |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Gymming |
| Tattoo(s) | He has a tatto on his right arm and left arm. |
| Controversies | • Rohit Katrina fight: In 2020, in an interview, Rohit said that he made a comment on actress Katrina Kaif who was a part of his film ‘Sooryavanshi.’ The comment that he made on Katrina was,Katrina, I will tell you honestly, no one is going to look at you. Rohit made this comment in connection to a scene that was shown in the trailer where Katrina was seen with Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, and Ranveer Singh. After he revealed this in the interview, many people called him sexist. Dear Friends and Well-wishers… I normally do not comment on media reports or articles… But in this case, I feel a comment made by Rohit Sir has been taken out of context and is been entirely misunderstood. I am referring to the comment as reported that Rohit Shetty said, ‘No one would look at me in the frame, as there are three boys there and a blast happening.” [1]Hindustan Times • CBI Bribery case: • Bad Muslim Good Muslim: If I ask you one question, Jaykant Shikare was Hindu a Marathi, in this universe second came a Hindu Godman was there, then in Simmba a Maharashtrian again. In these three negative forces were Hindu. Why isn’t that a problem? [3]Hindustan Times |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Prachi Desai (actress) (rumoured) |
| Marriage Date | Year, 2005 |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Maya Rohit Shetty (banker) |
| Children | Son– Ishaan |
| Parents | Father– M. B. Shetty (stuntman) Mother– Ratna |
| Siblings | Brother– 2 • Hriday (stepbrother) • Uday Shetty (stepbrother) Sister– 4 • Chanda Shetty • Chaya Shetty • Mehek Shetty (Elder) |
| Favourites | |
| Food | Daal Chawal |
| Actor | Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan |
| Actress | Kareena Kapoor |
| Car | Range Rover |
| Director(s) | Raju Hirani, Shankar, Rajamouli, James Cameron, Michael Bay |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection | • Lamborghini Urus • Ford Mustang GT • Maserati GT Sport • Range Rover Vogue • BMW 7- Series |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary | He earns Rs. 49 lakh per episode. [4]News18 |
| Net Worth (as of 2019) | Rs. 32.17 crore [5]Forbes India |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Rohit Shetty
- In 2006, Rohit Shetty, an Indian film director, producer, and host, gained recognition for his direction of the Bollywood film series ‘Golmaal’.
- Rohit Shetty embarked on his film career at a young age, fearlessly showcasing his talent by performing daring stunts as a young boy.
- At the age of seventeen, he held the position of assistant director for the Bollywood movie ‘Phool Aur Kaante.’
- In the beginning of his career, he collaborated with Ajay Devgn on several films including Suhaag, Haqeeqat, Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, Hindustan Ki Kasam, and Raju Chacha. The film poster for ‘Hindustan Ki Kasam’ is also included.
- After making his directorial debut with the film Zameen in 2003, he ventured into independent filmmaking. Three years later, he directed the highly acclaimed film Golmaal, which became a significant success, garnering immense popularity. Here is the film poster for ‘Golmaal’.
- The movie ‘Golmaal 3’ achieved great success in 2010, joining the prestigious 100 Crore Club within the domestic market. Here is the film poster for ‘Golmaal 3’.
- The year 2011 marked the inception of Cop Universe, a remarkable endeavor by him, which led to his directorial debut with the film ‘Singham’. Cop Universe, an Indian media franchise, revolves around the portrayal of police officers. Here’s the film poster for ‘Singham’.
- Rohit Shetty, along with the cast of ‘Chennai Express’, has also directed several other Bollywood films, such as Bol Bachchan (2012), Dilwale (2015), Simmba (2018), and Sooryavanshi (2021).
- Rohit Shetty has served as a judge on the television show Comedy Circus from 2009 to 2011 and on India’s Next Superstars in 2018. Additionally, in 2018, he made a guest appearance on the television show India’s Next Superstars.
- He has made guest appearances on several shows, including Bigg Boss 13 (2019), Dance Deewane 3 (2021), Bigg Boss 15 (2021), Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan (2022), and India’s Got Talent (season 9) (2022).
- Some of the reality shows he has hosted are Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 5 (2014), Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6 (2015), Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8 (2017), Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 9 (2019), and Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi – Made in India (2020).
- Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn share a strong bond of friendship that has been nurtured over the years through their collaboration on popular film franchises like ‘Golmaal’ and ‘Singham.’ During an interview, Ajay Devgn expressed his gratitude towards Rohit, stating that his journey in the film industry would have been incomplete without him. Rohit started off as an assistant at Ajay Devgn FFilms but quickly became an integral part of their close-knit family. Ajay Devgn expressed immense pride in Rohit’s accomplishments, highlighting his unwavering dedication, hard work, and passion as the driving forces behind his success. Their association has been witness to Rohit’s incredible journey from humble beginnings to achieving great heights. Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty continue their successful collaboration, further solidifying their partnership. In response to a question during an interview, Rohit echoed the sentiments shared by Ajay Devgn, emphasizing the importance of their friendship and the significant role Ajay has played in his career.
Ajay Devgn has played an integral role in my film journey, and without him, it would feel incomplete. We have shared a bond for 30 long years, and our connection stretches beyond mere film releases; it encompasses two generations. I must emphasize that the grand spectacle you witness in Tanhaji is a result of Ajay’s unwavering dedication and tireless efforts, which he has cherished for nearly three decades. His vision was to create a cinematic experience that would leave a lasting impression on all of you. Coincidentally and fortunately, this film marks Ajay’s 100th project, but it is his honesty, commitment, and unwavering determination that have truly driven its success.
- Rohit Shetty endorsed LawmanPg3, making him the brand ambassador in 2022.
- Chairperson of Mahindra and Mahindra, Anand Mahindra, introduced the ScorpioN, a new SUV model, in 2022. In jest, he jokingly remarked that Rohit Shetty would require a nuclear bomb to detonate this car, alluding to Shetty’s tendency to blow up vehicles in his films. Anand Mahindra recently expressed his thoughts on Rohit Shetty via a Twitter post.
- In 2020, Rohit announced his decision to temporarily step away from the cop genre after having directed numerous films centered around Mumbai police. This choice is reflected in the absence of a police character in the concluding scenes of his film ‘Sooryavanshi.’
- During the interview, he disclosed that he had experienced academic setbacks during his sixth-grade year, resulting in the need for him to repeat the class.
- Back in the 90s, when he began his career, he would make Rs. 35, which he would allocate for his food and transportation expenses.
- In 2022, Sidharth Malhotra made his digital debut in the web series ‘Indian Police Force,’ alongside Shilpa Shetty and Vivek Oberoi. He also stars in the Rohit Shetty directed film titled ‘Indian Police Force.’
- In 2022, Rohit Shetty made an announcement on social media that he would be directing a biopic on Mumbai’s cop Rakesh Maria, in collaboration with Rakesh Maria himself.
- During an interview, Rohit expressed that his movies did not contain any offensive content as he was aware that his audience consisted of elderly individuals. He stated, “It would be perceived as arrogant if I made such a claim. It may sound cliché, but I genuinely comprehend the sentiments of my viewers, especially the aunties, mummies, dadas, and dadis. I aim to ensure their comfort while watching any scene in the theater, and this approach has proven successful for me.”
- In 2022, Rohit Shetty created a video about Mumbai Police’s Nirbhaya Squad, a dedicated team for the safety of women in Mumbai City. Mumbai Police shared the video on Instagram with the caption, “Step over the line now, become fearless, become Nirbhaya!” [6] – Instagram post by Rohit Shetty.
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