Anil Kapoor - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 24, 1958 |
|---|---|
| Age | 67 |
| Birthplace | Bombay, Bombay State, India (now Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Anil Kapoor's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in Bollywood films, international recognition through 'Slumdog Millionaire' and the TV series '24' |
Intro
Anil Kapoor is an acclaimed Indian actor and producer who has appeared in over 100 Hindi-language films, as well as international projects. Renowned for his versatility and career spanning more than four decades, Kapoor is regarded as one of Bollywood's most enduring and talented stars.
Early Life & Background
Anil Kapoor was born into a Punjabi family in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. His father, Surinder Kapoor, was a film producer, which gave Anil early exposure to the Indian film industry. He attended St. Xavier's College in Mumbai but did not complete his degree, choosing instead to pursue acting.
Career Highlights
- Debuted as a lead actor in 'Woh Saat Din' (1983)
- Starred in successful films such as 'Mashaal' (1984), 'Meri Jung' (1985), 'Karma' (1986), and 'Mr. India' (1987)
- Won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for 'Tezaab' (1988)
- Received the National Film Award for Best Actor for 'Pukar' (2000)
- Gained international fame portraying Prem Kumar in 'Slumdog Millionaire' (2008)
- Starred in the Indian adaptation of the TV series '24' as Jai Singh Rathod
- Produced several successful films under his banner, Anil Kapoor Films & Communication Network
Trivia
- Anil Kapoor is the father of actress Sonam Kapoor.
- He is known for his distinctive moustache, which became iconic due to his role in 'Mr. India'.
- Anil Kapoor's career spans more than four decades with both critical and commercial successes.
FAQs
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Anil Kapoor is 67 years old.
Anil Kapoor was born the 24 December 1958.
Bombay, Bombay State, India (now Mumbai, Maharashtra, India).
On His Birth-Day
About December 24th, 1958, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 24th, 1958 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Chipmunk Song by The Chipmunks
- #1 UK song: It's Only Make Believe by Conway Twitty
- Popular movie: Auntie Mame directed by Morton DaCosta
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