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Kunal Kapoor(II)

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Kunal Kapoor
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Kunal Kapoor, born in Mumbai, India, is a talented Indian actor who has made a significant mark in Bollywood with his compelling performances and versatility. Known for his acting skills and charming screen presence, Kunal Kapoor has been a part of various successful films and has garnered acclaim for his work.

Kunal Kapoor made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed film "Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities" (2004), directed by M.F. Husain. However, it was his role in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's "Rang De Basanti" (2006) that brought him widespread recognition and appreciation. In the film, Kunal played the character of Aslam, showcasing his ability to portray complex and emotionally charged roles.

Following the success of "Rang De Basanti," Kunal Kapoor continued to explore diverse roles in films like "Hattrick" (2007), "Aaja Nachle" (2007), and "Laaga Chunari Mein Daag" (2007). He demonstrated his versatility by taking on roles in various genres, from sports dramas to musicals.

One of Kunal Kapoor's notable performances came in the historical drama "Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana" (2012), where he played the lead role. His portrayal of Omi Khurana, a character trying to reclaim his family's lost recipe, received positive reviews.

In addition to his film career, Kunal Kapoor has been actively involved in social causes and philanthropy. He co-founded the crowdfunding platform Ketto, which aims to raise funds for various social, medical, and environmental causes.

Apart from his work in Hindi cinema, Kunal Kapoor has explored regional cinema, including Malayalam and Telugu films. His commitment to meaningful storytelling and his ability to choose diverse roles have contributed to his standing in the industry.
BornOctober 18, 1975
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    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 10 nominations total

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    Known for

    Rang De Basanti (2006)
    Rang De Basanti
    8.1
    • Aslam
    • Ashfaqullah Khan
    • 2006
    Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Don 2 (2011)
    Don 2
    7.1
    • Sameer Ali
    • 2011
    Veeram (2017)
    Veeram
    6.3
    • Chandu Chekavar
    • 2017
    Shabana Azmi, Dino Morea, Kunal Kapoor, and Drashti Dhami in The Empire (2021)
    The Empire
    4.7
    TV Series
    • (2021)
    • Babur

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    • Sanatta: The Silence
      • 2025
    • Ramayana
      • Indra Dev
      • Post-production
      • 2026



    • Vishwambara (2025)
      Vishwambara
      8.7
      • 2025
    • Saif Ali Khan, Kunal Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Nikita Dutta in Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins (2025)
      Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins
      4.1
      • Vikram Patel
      • 2025
    • Chunky Pandey, Gagan Arora, Lakshya Kochhar, Asha Negi, Ankita Goraya, and Jitendra Singh Rajput in Industry (2024)
      Industry
      6.4
      TV Series
      • Kunal Kumar
      • 2024
    • Ankahi Kahaniya (2021)
      Ankahi Kahaniya
      5.6
      • Manav
      • 2021
    • Shabana Azmi, Dino Morea, Kunal Kapoor, and Drashti Dhami in The Empire (2021)
      The Empire
      4.7
      TV Series
      • (2021)
      • Babur
      • 2021
    • Koi Jaane Na (2021)
      Koi Jaane Na
      3.6
      • Kabir Kapoor
      • 2021
    • Kunal Kapoor and Ali Haji in Noblemen (2018)
      Noblemen
      5.7
      • Murli
      • 2018
    • Akshay Oberoi, Simran Kaur Mundi, Karan Wahi, and Parina Chopra in Bar Code (2018)
      Bar Code
      6.6
      TV Series
      • Special Appearance
      • 2018
    • Nagarjuna Akkineni, Nani, Aakanksha Singh, and Rashmika Mandanna in Devadas (2018)
      Devadas
      6.5
      • David
      • 2018
    • Akshay Kumar in Gold (2018)
      Gold
      7.3
      • Samrat
      • 2018
    • Raag Desh (2017)
      Raag Desh
      8.2
      • Maj. Gen. Shah Nawaz Khan
      • 2017
    • Veeram (2017)
      Veeram
      6.3
      • Chandu Chekavar
      • 2017
    • Kunal Kapoor and Kritika Kamra in White Shirt (2017)
      White Shirt
      6.6
      Short
      • Aveek
      • 2017
    • Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt in Dear Zindagi (2016)
      Dear Zindagi
      7.4
      • Raghuvendra
      • 2016
    • Mahayoddha Rama (2016)
      Mahayoddha Rama
      7.8
      • Ram
      • 2016

    Second Unit or Assistant Director



    • Aks (2001)
      Aks
      5.7
      • assistant director
      • 2001

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    • Height
      • 6′ 2½″ (1.89 m)
    • Born
      • October 18, 1975
      • New Delhi, India
    • Spouse
      • Naina Bachchan2015 - present
    • Other works
      Starred in the shelved Hollywood movie, N'six Entertainments Ltd's "Chimera". Starring Billy Zane,Bipasha Basu,Kunal Kapoor,Victor Bannerjee,Produced by Tabun Sutradhar and Daniel Silverman,Directed by Tapan Saha.

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      His filmography is often mixed up with actors with the same name. The first is Shashi Kapoor's son " Kunal Kapoor" who acted in Ahista Ahista in 1981. The second is "Kunal Karan Kapoor" a TV actor who acted in the movie Sparsh in 2003. The third is " Kunal Kapoor" who acted in Mashuka opposite Moon Moon Sen and is Bhojpuri superstar. The fourth is "Kunal Roy Kapoor" from the movie Delhi Belly.
    • Nickname
      • Kunnu

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