Tiger Shroff, a renowned Indian actor, dancer, and martial artist, has captivated audiences with his incredible talent and charismatic personality. The son of Bollywood legend Jackie Shroff, he’s carved his own path to stardom.
Biography/Wiki
Born on March 2, 1990, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Tiger Shroff (age 33 as of 2023) displayed an active nature from a young age, starting martial arts training at just 4 years old. With an actor father and producer mother, a career in entertainment seemed almost inevitable. He admired Hrithik Roshan and aspired to achieve similar success.
His breakthrough role came in 2014 with Heropanti, a box office triumph that showcased his talent and dedication. He spent three years rigorously training for this pivotal role.
Physical Appearance
Tiger Shroff is a fitness icon, boasting an impressive physique: 44-inch chest, 30-inch waist, and 15-inch biceps. Standing at approximately 5’9″ tall and weighing around 70 kg, he’s a testament to his commitment to health and fitness.
Family
Parents & Siblings
Tiger’s father, Jackie Shroff, is a celebrated Bollywood actor, while his mother, Ayesha Dutt, is a producer. His sister, Krishna Shroff, also works as a producer.
Relationships/Affairs
Disha Patani
Tiger Shroff was allegedly in a relationship with actress Disha Patani. Rumors of their breakup surfaced in July 2022, with reports suggesting differing views on marriage as a contributing factor.
Deesha Dhanuka
In August 2023, reports linked Tiger to Deesha Dhanuka, a production house professional. While initial reports suggested a year-and-a-half-long relationship, Tiger later stated he’d been single for two years.
Career
Tiger’s academic journey included Besant Montessori School and the American School of Bombay, followed by a brief stint at Amity University. He turned down a lead role in a Fauji remake in 2009, focusing solely on films.
His debut in Heropanti (2012) was a resounding success, earning him critical acclaim for his dancing and action sequences. Subsequent films like Baaghi (2016), A Flying Jatt (2016), and Baaghi 2 (2018) further solidified his position in Bollywood. He is also slated to appear in future projects.
Controversy
In June 2021, Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani faced legal action for violating COVID-19 lockdown regulations.
Awards
Tiger Shroff’s accomplishments have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Stardust Superstar of Tomorrow (2014), BIG Star Entertainment Awards for Most Entertaining Actor, and IIFA’s Star Debut of the Year (2015).
Favourites
- Hobbies: Dancing, martial arts, and working out.
- Favorite food: Pizza, pasta, salad, and non-vegetarian dishes.
- Favorite movie: Enter the Dragon (1973).
- Favorite color: Black.
- Role models: Bruce Lee and Michael Jackson.
Facts
Tiger Shroff’s heritage is a blend of Turkish, Belgian, Bengali, and Gujarati ancestry. His original name was Jai Hemant Shroff.
He holds a fifth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and has even guided Aamir Khan on his workout routine for Dhoom 3.
He is known for his shy and introverted personality, and he is a devotee of Lord Shiva.
He owns properties in Khar, Mumbai and Pune.
Tiger Shroff’s Film Filmography
Film Title | Year | Role |
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Heropanti | 2014 | Bablu |
Baaghi | 2016 | Ronny |
A Flying Jatt | 2016 | Aman |
Baaghi 2 | 2018 | Ronny |
Student of the Year 2 | 2019 | Rohan Sachdev |