Aditya Roy Kapur Biography, Age, Height, Nationality, Net Worth, Girlfriend

Aditya Roy Kapur, an Indian actor, was born on November 16, 1985, in Mumbai. He comes from a mixed heritage with a Punjabi Hindu father and a Jewish mother. Aditya is the youngest of three brothers, with his eldest brother, Siddharth Roy Kapur, being a prominent film producer and married to actress Vidya Balan, and his second brother, Kunaal Roy Kapur, also an actor.

 

Early Life and Education 

Aditya grew up in a family with strong ties to the entertainment industry; his paternal grandfather was a film producer in the early 1940s, and his maternal grandparents were accomplished dance teachers. Aditya attended G.D. Somani Memorial School in Mumbai and later went to St. Xavier's College but had to shift to St. Andrew's College due to academic challenges. He initially aspired to be a cricketer but eventually shifted his focus to the arts.

 

Career Beginnings

Aditya began his career as a VJ on Channel V India, where his unique style of hosting made him popular. He debuted as an actor in 2009 with the film London Dreams and appeared in supporting roles in Action Replayy (2010) and Guzaarish (2010).

 

Breakthrough and Success 

Aditya's big break came in 2013 with the musical romance Aashiqui 2, where his performance was critically acclaimed and commercially successful. The same year, he starred in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films.

 

Challenges and Comeback 

Despite early success, Aditya faced a series of box office failures with films like Daawat-e-Ishq (2014), Fitoor (2016), and Kalank (2019). However, he made a strong comeback with the thriller Malang (2020) and the black comedy Ludo (2020). He also starred in the 2023 series The Night Manager, receiving praise for his performance.

 

Recent Work and Upcoming Projects 
Aditya appeared in Gumraah in 2023 and will next act in Metro... In Dino in 2024. Beyond acting, Aditya is involved in charity work, particularly supporting football-related causes and environmental initiatives. He has also dabbled in fashion, creating his label "Single" in 2019.

 

Media Presence

Aditya has consistently been featured in the Times 50 Most Desirable Men list, ranking as high as 3rd in 2020. He is also a celebrity endorser for various brands and has been recognized for his style and social contributions.