Tusshar Kapoor, a prominent figure in Indian cinema, is not just an actor but also a producer. He’s known for his contributions to Bollywood and his involvement with Balaji Telefilms and Balaji Motion Pictures. Let’s delve into the details of his life and career.

Biography/Wiki

Tusshar Kapoor was born on November 20, 1976, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He completed his schooling at Bombay Scottish School, Mumbai, and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Liberal Arts degree from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

Before pursuing acting, he assisted director David Dhawan. He further honed his acting skills under the tutelage of Roshan Taneja and Mahendra Verma.

Physical Appearance

Here’s a summary of Tusshar Kapoor’s physical attributes:

• Height: 5′ 9″
• Weight: 75 kg
• Eye Color: Dark Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Body Measurements: Chest 40″, Waist 32″, Biceps 14″

Family & Girlfriend

Tusshar comes from a Punjabi Hindu Khatri family. His father, Jeetendra, is a renowned actor and producer, and his mother, Shobha Kapoor, is a film producer. His sister, Ekta Kapoor, is a successful producer and director. He’s also cousins with director Abhishek Kapoor (known for films like *Rock On!!!* and *Kai Po Che*).

His uncle, Ramesh Sippy, is a well-known film distributor. While he was once rumored to be dating Radhika Apte, Tusshar is unmarried. Notably, he became a single father to Laksshya in June 2016 through surrogacy using IVF.

Career

Tusshar debuted in 2001 with *Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai*, opposite Kareena Kapoor, receiving a Filmfare Award for his role. He’s since starred in numerous films, including *Kyaa Dil Ne Kahaa*, *Khakee*, *Kyaa Kool Hai Hum*, *Golmaal*, *Shootout at Lokhandwala*, *Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum*, *Shootout at Wadala*, and the blockbuster *Golmaal Again* (2017). He even made a special appearance in the song “Aankh Marey” from *Simmba*.

Beyond acting, Tusshar co-produced *Chaar Din Ki Chandni* (2012) and actively participated in “Fashion for a Cause,” raising funds for homeless children.

Controversy

During an appearance on “Koffee with Karan,” Tusshar’s response to a rapid-fire question about cosmetic surgery caused a controversy with Preity Zinta, requiring a subsequent apology.

Car/Bike Collection

Tusshar’s impressive collection includes a Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7, BMW 7, and a Suzuki Hayabusa GSX-R 1300 bike.

Salary

Tusshar’s reported remuneration per film is ?2-3 crore.

Favourite Things

Tusshar’s preferences include:

• Food: Pasta (Fettuccine), Pepperoni Pizza
• Hobbies: Basketball, Watching Movies
• Favorite Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan
• Favorite Actresses: Julia Roberts, Tabu

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Tusshar:

• Resides in Krishna Bungalow, Plot 26, Gulmohar Cross Road 5, JVPD Scheme-Juhu, Mumbai.
• Affectionately known as “Tushki” by family and friends.
• Has a fear of lizards.
• Was inspired by director Prakash Jha to pursue surrogacy.
• Was a classmate of Abhishek Bachchan in school.
• Full name: Tusshar Ravi Kapoor.
• Worked in Michigan, USA, for a year before entering the film industry.

Film Filmography

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