Sunny Kaushal, younger brother of Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal, has carved his own path in the film industry. From assistant director to acclaimed actor, his journey is a testament to talent and hard work.

Wiki/Biography

Born on Thursday, September 28, 1989, in Mumbai, Sunny Kaushal is a Libra. He initially pursued Chartered Accountancy but later chose a career in acting. His childhood was spent in Malad, Mumbai, where his father worked as a stuntman. The family lived in humble circumstances, a fact Sunny openly discusses.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
• Eye Colour: Dark Brown
• Hair Colour: Black

Family & Caste

Sunny hails from a Punjabi family, with his grandparents originally from Hoshiarpur, Punjab. His family life has deeply influenced his career. His father’s struggles and eventual success as an action director are a source of inspiration and understanding.

Parents & Siblings

His father, Sham Kaushal, is a renowned Bollywood action director, and his mother is Veena Kaushal. His elder brother is the famous Bollywood actor, Vicky Kaushal. Their bond is evident in interviews and public appearances. Vicky’s past struggles, including a suicide attempt due to unemployment, highlight the family’s resilience.

Relationships/Affairs

Sunny has been linked romantically to actresses Sharvari Wagh (in 2019) and Isabelle Kaif (in 2023). These relationships have garnered media attention, adding to his public persona.

Career

Sunny’s career began in theatre with actor Makarand Deshpande. He then transitioned to Bollywood as an assistant director on the film ‘My Friend Pinto’ (2011). His acting debut was in ‘Sunshine Music Tours and Travels’ (2016). His breakthrough role came as Himmat Singh in Akshay Kumar’s ‘Gold’ (2018).

His filmography also includes short films like ‘Love at First Sight’ (2017) and ‘The Embrace’ (2019), and web series such as ‘Official Chukyagiri’ (2016), ‘Official CEOgiri’ (2018), and ‘The Forgotten Army – Azaadi Ke Liye’ (2020). He also starred in Bollywood films ‘Bhangra Paa Le,’ ‘Hurdang,’ and ‘Shiddat’ (2020).

Favourite Things

• Film: Border (1997)
• Cricketer: Sachin Tendulkar
• Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Anil Kapoor
• Actress: Alia Bhatt
• Song: “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran
• Books: Scion of Ikshvaku by Amish Tripathi, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, and Naoko by Keigo Higashino

Facts

Sunny’s father’s journey from struggling stuntman to successful action director is inspirational. Sunny’s ambition and his refusal to rely on his brother’s fame are admirable traits. He values his family deeply and maintains a strong connection to his roots.

His passion extends beyond acting to music (playing the djembe), collecting shoes, and caring for cats. He also enjoys travelling, swimming, reading, squash, and gymming.

Key Milestones in Sunny Kaushal’s Career