HRITHIK ROSHAN

Full Name: Hrithik Rakesh Roshan
Date of Birth: January 10, 1974
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nicknames: Duggu, Greek God of Bollywood

Early Life and Background:

Hrithik Roshan was born into a prominent film family. His father, Rakesh Roshan, is a renowned actor, producer, and director, while his mother, Pinky Roshan, is the daughter of filmmaker J. Om Prakash. His uncle, Rajesh Roshan, is a well-known music composer.

Hrithik attended Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai and later graduated in Commerce from Sydenham College. Despite a privileged background, Hrithik faced significant challenges in his early life. He was born with an extra thumb on his right hand, which became a source of insecurity during childhood. Additionally, he struggled with a speech impediment (stammering), which he overcame with therapy and practice.

Entry into Bollywood:

Hrithik began his journey in the film industry as a child artist, appearing in small roles in his father’s films, including “Aasha” (1980) and “Bhagwan Dada” (1986). Before becoming an actor, he worked behind the scenes as an assistant director on films such as “Karan Arjun” (1995) and “Koyla” (1997), directed by his father.

He made his acting debut as a lead in “Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai” (2000), directed by Rakesh Roshan. The film was a massive success and made Hrithik an overnight sensation. His performance earned him Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Best Male Debut, making him one of the few actors to win both awards in the same year.

Achievements and Awards:

  • Filmfare Awards: Multiple wins, including Best Actor for “Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai,” “Koi… Mil Gaya,” and “Jodhaa Akbar.”
  • IIFA, Zee Cine, and Stardust Awards: Numerous accolades for his acting and dancing.
  • Global Recognition: Known as one of the most handsome men in the world, Hrithik has been featured on international lists for his looks and charisma.

Dancing and Style Icon:

Hrithik is celebrated as one of Bollywood’s best dancers. His flawless moves in songs like “Ek Pal Ka Jeena”, “Bang Bang”, and “Ghungroo” have set benchmarks in the industry.

As a style icon, Hrithik has endorsed several leading brands and launched his own fitness brand, HRX, focusing on activewear and lifestyle products.

Filmography

YearMovie TitleRoleNotes
2000Kaho Naa… Pyaar HaiRohit / RajBlockbuster debut
2000FizaAmaan
2000Mission KashmirAltaafAction drama
2001YaadeinRonit MalhotraRomantic drama
2001Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…Rohan RaichandFamily drama
2002Aap Mujhe Achche Lagne LageRohit
2002Na Tum Jaano Na HumRahul Sharma
2002Mujhse Dosti Karoge!Raj Khanna
2003Koi… Mil GayaRohit MehraWon Filmfare Best Actor
2004LakshyaKaran ShergillCritically acclaimed
2006KrrishKrishna / Krrish / Rohit MehraSuperhero hit
2006Dhoom 2Aryan / Mr. ABig commercial success
2007Om Shanti Om (Cameo)HimselfGuest appearance
2008Jodhaa AkbarJalaluddin Mohammad AkbarHistorical drama
2010KitesJaiBilingual (Hindi/English)
2010GuzaarishEthan MascarenhasAcclaimed performance
2011Zindagi Na Milegi DobaraArjun SalujaEnsemble hit
2012AgneepathVijay ChauhanAction remake
2013Krrish 3Krishna / Krrish / Rohit MehraSuperhero sequel
2014Bang Bang!Rajveer NandaAction thriller
2016Mohenjo DaroSarmanPeriod drama
2017KaabilRohan BhatnagarRevenge drama
2019Super 30Anand KumarBiopic
2019WarMajor Kabir DhaliwalHighest grosser of 2019
2022Vikram VedhaVedhaRemake of Tamil film
2024FighterSq. Ldr. Shamsher “Patty” PathaniaAerial action drama
2025War 2 (Upcoming)Major Kabir DhaliwalReleasing August 14, 2025

Personal Life:

Hrithik married his childhood sweetheart, Sussanne Khan, in 2000. The couple has two sons, Hrehaan and Hridhaan. Despite their divorce in 2014, Hrithik and Sussanne maintain an amicable relationship and co-parent their children.

Hrithik is known for his disciplined lifestyle, including a rigorous fitness regime and dedication to his craft. He has overcome physical challenges, including a severe back injury and health issues, to deliver some of his best performances.

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