Aparshakti Khurana is a multifaceted Indian personality, recognized as an actor, radio jockey, and television presenter. He’s also known for being the younger brother of Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana.
Wiki/Biography
Aparshakti Khurana was born on November 18, 1987, in Chandigarh, India. After completing his schooling, he pursued a law degree in Chandigarh. Interestingly, his childhood dreams involved sports broadcasting; he was the sports captain of his school and even captained the Under-19 Haryana Cricket Team.
In 2009, he moved to Delhi to practice law at the Delhi High Court, but his path soon veered in a different direction.
Physical Appearance
Here’s a summary of Aparshakti Khurana’s physical attributes:
- Height: 5′ 8″
- Weight: 70 kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Body Measurements: Chest 38″, Waist 30″, Biceps 14″
Family, Caste & Wife
Aparshakti comes from a Khatri Hindu family. His father, P. Khurrana, is an astrologer and politician, while his mother, Poonam Khurrana, is a homemaker. He has one older brother, the renowned actor Ayushmann Khurrana.
On September 7, 2014, Aparshakti married Aakriti Ahuja, a financial analyst and consultant. Their relationship blossomed after meeting at Shiamak Davar dance classes.
Career
While initially a lawyer, Aparshakti soon transitioned into radio, working as a Radio Jockey with Big FM in Delhi. This led him to explore his theatrical talents, joining the Dramatech theatre group at IIT Delhi to refine his voice and expression.
His television debut came in 2014, commentating for the Box Cricket League. His film debut followed in 2016 with “Saat Uchakkey,” playing the role of Khappe. He’s since hosted numerous shows including “You Have Been Warned,” “Super Night with Tubelight,” and “Om Shanti Om,” and also appeared in the web series “Bigg Buzz”.
Aparshakti’s talents extend beyond acting and hosting. He co-wrote and composed the song “Ik Vaari” with his brother. He also notably acted in Aamir Khan’s “Dangal,” playing Omkar, and appeared in several short films like “Popcon” and “Khoon Mein Hai.” Further showcasing his versatility, he’s appeared in commercials, including one for Philips Trimmer, and made a guest appearance on MTV’s “Ace Of Space.”
Awards
Aparshakti’s achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards:
- Star Screen Award for Most Promising Newcomer (Male) – Dangal (2018)
- Lions Gold Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (Male) – Stree (2019)
Favourite Things
Let’s take a peek into Aparshakti’s preferences:
Category | Preference |
---|---|
Food | Rajma Chawal, Tandoori Chicken, Chocolates |
Actors | Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Aamir Khan |
Actresses | Taapsee Pannu, Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma |
Film | Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) |
Directors | Nitesh Tiwari, Shoojit Sircar, Sharat Katariya |
Facts
Here are some interesting facts about Aparshakti Khurana:
- He enjoys singing, traveling, writing, playing the guitar, and cricket.
- He drinks alcohol occasionally.
- Despite his Punjabi background, he’s fluent in Haryanvi.
- He’s a dog lover.
- He enjoys hookah.
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