| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Dodo, Sasha, Shak |
| Profession | Actor |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 172 cm in meters– 1.72 m in feet inches– 5’ 8” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 70 kg in pounds– 154 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | – Chest: 42 inches – Waist: 30 inches – Biceps: 15 inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film: Ishq Vishq (2003) TV: Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Reloaded (2015, as a judge) |
| Awards/Honours | Filmfare Awards 2004: Best Male Debut for Ishq Vishk 2015: Best Actor for Haider 2017: Best Actor (Critics) for Udta PunjabOther Awards 2008: Best Actor (Editor’s Choice) for Jab We Met 2009: Rajiv Gandhi Award for Kaminey 2015: LifeOK Hero Award for Haider Note: Along with these, he has many other awards, honours, and achievements to his name. |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 25 February 1981 |
| Age (as in 2021) | 40 Years |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Pisces |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| School(s) | Gyan Bharati, Delhi (upto 4th class) Rajhans Vidyalaya, Mumbai |
| College/University | Mithibai College, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Khatri |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Address | Praneta Apartments, Juhu, Mumbai |
| Hobbies | Reading, Dancing |
| Likes/Dislikes | Likes: Travelling, Collecting Watches, Eating Sweets Dislikes: Gossips, Eating Non-Vegetarian Food and Mushrooms |
| Controversies | • During the shoot of Chup Chup Ke, he was accused of dictating how a particular scene should be shot, to which, the director got offensive. However, later he denied by saying that Priyan-Ji (the director) is a veteran and he can’t think of telling him how to make a film. • He attracted a controversy when an MMS was leaked in which he and his ex-girlfriend Kareena Kapoor were making out. |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Hrishita Bhatt Kareena Kapoor (Actress) Sania Mirza (Tennis Player, Rumour) Priyanka Chopra (Actress) Mira Rajput |
| Marriage Date | 7 July 2015 |
| Marriage Place | The Oberoi, Gurgaon |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Mira Rajput |
| Children | Son– Zain Kapoor (born in 2018) Daughter– Misha Kapoor (born in 2016) |
| Parents | Father– Pankaj Kapoor (Actor) Mother– Neelima Azeem (Actress), Supriya Pathak (Actress) (Step-Mother) |
| Siblings | Brothers– Ruhaan Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter (half-brother) Sister– Sanah Kapoor (half-sister) |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favourite Food(s) | Home Cooked Food, Rajma Chawal, Roti Dal and Curd Rice |
| Favourite Actor(s) | Pankaj Kapoor, Tom Cruise |
| Favourite Actresses | Madhuri Dixit, Scarlett Johansson, Julia Roberts |
| Favourite Music | Hindi Music, Justin Timberlake’s New-Age Music |
| Favourite Singer(s) | A. R. Rahman, Shreya Ghoshal |
| Favourite Colour(s) | Blue, Black, White |
| Favourite Subject | Science |
| Favourite Destination(s) | Europe, Paris, Bali, Goa |
| Favourite Fashion Designer | Sabina Khan |
| Favourite Perfume | Paco Rabanne |
| Style Quotient | |
| Cars Collection | Porsche Cayenne GTS, Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, Jaguar XKR-S, Range Rover Vogue |
| Bikes Collection | Harley Davidson Fat Boy, Yamaha MT-01 |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary (approx.) | ₹10 Crore/film |
| Net Worth (approx.) | ₹186 Crores |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Shahid Kapoor
- Is Shahid Kapoor a smoker?: No (He has quit)
- Is Shahid Kapoor a drinker of alcohol?
- His lineage is rooted in the film industry, with his father, Pankaj Kapur, being revered as an acting legend, and his step-mother being a renowned actress as well. Additionally, his ancestry includes a great great grandfather who was a multi-talented figure in the realms of film directing, screenwriting, novel writing, and journalism.
- Shahid Kapoor had a challenging upbringing due to his parents, Pankaj Kapoor and Neelima Azeem, divorcing when he was only 3 years old. Here is a childhood photo of Shahid Kapoor.
- From an early age, he had a deep passion for acting, which led him to star alongside Ayesha Takia in a Complan advertisement. Shahid and Ayesha, who were once child artists in a Complan advertisement, have since achieved great success.
- Shahid’s experience includes working as a background dancer in the films Taal and Dil Toh Pagal Hai.
- Prior to embarking on his acting journey, he held the position of assistant director for the television series Mohandas B.A.L.L.B.
- On one occasion, he had the opportunity to accompany his friend to audition for a Pepsi advertisement. Fortunately, he was fortunate enough to be selected to work alongside Rani Mukherjee, Kajol, and Shah Rukh Khan.
- In his days of hardship, he longed to purchase a ‘Pioneer’ music system, but lacked the funds to do so. However, once he achieved success, the company recognized his achievements and appointed him as their esteemed brand ambassador.
- He gained popularity in the film industry after being featured in Aryan band’s music video titled “Aankhon Mein Tere Hi Chehra” in 1998.
- He began his career with the movie Ishq Vishq, where the actress who portrayed Shahid Kapoor’s mother is actually his own mother in real life.
- In the film Chup Chup Ke (2006), a Malayali actor showcased his distinctive accent through dubbing.
- Shahid Kapoor’s film Vivah achieved great success, and he formed such a strong bond with the cast and crew that he found it difficult to part ways from the sets. It was a unique experience for him, as it was the first time he felt a reluctance to leave the set.
- Having received training from Shiamak Davar’s Dance Academy, he developed a passion for becoming a professional dancer.
- In 2007, he portrayed the role of a lover alongside his then real-life girlfriend, Kareena Kapoor, in the movie Jab We Met. The couple received critical acclaim from the audience. However, they ended their relationship during the filming process.
- While filming for Kaminey, Shahid and Priyanka Chopra had an accident on a bike scene. They were riding down a slope covered in mud when the bike toppled over, causing them to fall. In preparation for his role, Shahid underwent stammering lessons from an ENT specialist and dedicated a year to intense physical training in order to achieve the perfect body shape.
- Shahid Kapoor, the first Indian actor, took to the skies in an American F-16 aircraft.
- He began smoking while filming for Milenge Milenge in 2010 and couldn’t quit thereafter. However, after getting married to Mira, he gave up smoking for her.
- After reading Brian Hines’ book “Life is Fair,” he, who used to be a non-vegetarian, decided to renounce consuming all such items.
- He has gained recognition as the “Chocolate Boy of Bollywood”.
- He goes by the surname Khattar on his passport, as it reflects his step-father Rajesh Khattar’s name.
- Shahid Kapoor displayed exceptional talent in the movie Haider, where he made a bold decision to shave his head for a pivotal scene. In this scene, he was entrusted with a six-page monologue, and the entire sequence was successfully filmed within a span of 3-4 hours.
- He excelled as a student, and Science was his preferred subject.
- Though he is a passionate devotee of Radha Soami, he prefers not to engage in public discussions about it.
- Shahid Kapoor tied the knot with Mira Rajput in 2015. Mira, who is 14 years younger than him, became his spouse. The following year, they welcomed their daughter, Misha, into the world. Please find attached a picture of Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput’s wedding ceremony.
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