Arjun Kapoor. Biography. Family Info. Movies, Awards, Career
As of my last update in July 2023, Arjun Kapoor is an Indian actor known for his work in Bollywood films. Here’s a brief biography, family information, details about his movies, awards, and career highlights:
Biography:
Arjun Kapoor was born on June 26, 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He is the son of Boney Kapoor, a well-known film producer, and Mona Shourie Kapoor. He is the grandson of renowned film producer Surinder Kapoor and the nephew of actors Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor.
Family Info:
Arjun comes from a prominent film industry family. Besides his father Boney Kapoor and uncles Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor, he has two half-sisters, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, from his father’s second marriage to the late actress Sridevi.Bollywood
Movies and Career:
Arjun Kapoor made his Bollywood debut as an actor in 2012 with the film “Ishaqzaade,” directed by Habib Faisal. The film was a critical and commercial success, and Arjun received significant praise for his performance. He portrayed Parma Chauhan, a young politician’s son involved in a forbidden romance with a rival’s daughter.
Following the success of his debut film, Arjun went on to star in various movies, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Some of his notable films include:
- “Gunday” (2014) – Arjun played one of the lead roles alongside Ranveer Singh in this action-packed drama set in the 1970s, revolving around two friends and their journey in the world of crime.
- “2 States” (2014) – Based on Chetan Bhagat’s novel, Arjun portrayed Krish Malhotra, a Punjabi boy, who falls in love with a Tamil girl, played by Alia Bhatt, leading to cultural clashes between their families.
- “Ki & Ka” (2016) – In this romantic comedy-drama, Arjun played the role of Kabir Bansal, who defies traditional gender roles and decides to be a stay-at-home husband while his wife pursues a career.
- “Half Girlfriend” (2017) – He starred as Madhav Jha, a young man from Bihar who falls in love with a girl from Delhi but faces challenges due to their cultural differences.
Awards and Recognitions:
Throughout his career, Arjun Kapoor has received several nominations and awards for his performances. He has won hearts with his acting abilities and gained a significant fan following.Bollywood