SHAHRUKH KHAN

(SRK, King Khan)

Shahrukh Khan

Date of Birth: 02-Nov-1965.
Place of Birth: Delhi.
Sun Sign: Scorpio.
Age: 47 years.
Height: 5' 8"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Deewana (1992).
Relationship Status: Married Gauri Chibber in 1991.
Children: Aryan Khan(Son) & Suhana Khan(Daughter).
Education:
      - St. Columba's School, New Delhi.
      - Bachelors in Economics from Hansraj College, Delhi.
Major Hits: Deewana(1992), Baazigar(1993), Darr(1993), Karan Arjun(1995), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge(1995),
                    Yes Boss(1997), Pardes(1997), Dil To Pagal Hai(1997), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai(1998), Mohabbatein(2000),
                    Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham(2001), Devdas(2002), Chalte Chalte(2003), Kal Ho Naa Ho(2003),
                    Main Hoon Na(2004), Veer-Zaara(2004), Swades(2004), Don(2006), Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna(2006),
                    Chak De(2007), Om Shanti Om(2007), Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi(2008), My Name is Khan(2010), Don 2(2011).
National/Government Key Awards Won: 1. Padma Shri(2005).
Filmfare Awards Won: 14.
      - Best Male Debut for 'Deewana'. 'Power Awards' in 2004 & 2005.
      - Best Actor for 'Baazigar', 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge', 'Dil To Pagal Hai', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.
      - Best Actor for 'Devdas', 'Swades', 'Chak De', 'My Name Is Khan'.
      - Critics Best Performance for 'Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa', 'Mohabbatein'.
      - Best Performance in a Negative Role for 'Anjaam'.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. Started as an actor in Dil Dariya (small role) but went unrecognised. Acted in teleserials like Fauji & Circus.
2. Grew up in Rajendra Nagar, Delhi. Ran a restaurant in Darya Ganj, New Delhi for a short span to earn a living.
3. In 1991, he moved to Mumbai and also married his current wife Gauri.
4. In 2007, he anchored Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC's 3rd season) replacing Amitabh Bachchan.
5. Underwent a left cervical surgery (2006) & still has issues with right toe, left shoulder & knee due to accidents.
6. In 2008, he (in partnership with Juhi Chawla & her husband Jay) bought rights for IPL KKR team for about 350 cr.

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AAMIR KHAN

(Mr. Perfectionist)
 

Aamir Khan

Date of Birth: 14-Mar-1965.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Pisces.
Age: 48 years.
Height: 5' 6"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988).
Relationship Status: Married Reena Dutta in 1986. Divorced in 2002. Married Kiran Rao in 2005.
Education: Narsee Monjee College, Mumbai
Children: Junaid(Son) & Ira(Daughter) from Reena. Azad Rao(Son) in 2011 from a surrogate mother.
Major Hits: Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak(1988), Dil(1990), Dil Hai Ke Manta Naheen(1991), Jo Jeeta Wohi
                   Sikandar(1992), Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke(1993), Andaz Apna Apna(1994), Rangeela(1995),
                   Raja Hindustani(1996), Ishq(1997), Ghulam(1998), Sarfarosh(1999), Dil Chahta Hai(2001),
                   Lagaan(2001), Rang De Basanti(2006), Fanaa(2006), Taare Zameen Par(2007), Ghajini(2008),
                   3 Idiots(2009).
National/Government Awards Won: 5. Padma Shri (2003), Padma Bhushan (2010) and 3 National Film Awards.
Filmfare Awards Won: 7.
      - Best Male Debut for 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'.
      - Best Actor for 'Raja Hindustani' & 'Lagaan'. Best Movie for 'Lagaan'.
      - Critics Best Actor for 'Rang De Basanti'. Best Movie & Best Director for 'Taare Zameen Par'.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. He does not attend any Indian award functions. Questions their credibility and feels they are biased.
2. He started as a child actor but quit. Later became Maharashtra state tennis champion.
3. Refused Yash Chopra's offer for movie Darr which later was picked up by Shah Rukh Khan.
4. Went on a 4 hour workout regime daily & consumed albumen (egg white) for 13 months for the look in Ghajini.
5. In 2007, he turned down the offer of Madame Tussaud to immortalize him in a wax statue.
6. In 2011, was appointed as the national brand ambassador of UNICEF to promote child nutrition.

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SANJAY DUTT

(Sanju, Baba)

Sanjay Dutt

Date of Birth: 29-Jul-1959.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Leo.
Age: 53 years.
Height: 6' feet.
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Rocky (1981).
Relationship Status: Married Richa Sharma in 1987 who died in 1996. Married Rhea Pillai in 1998. Divorced in 2005.
                                        Married Manyata in 2008.
Children: Trishala(Daughter) from Richa Sharma. Shahraan(Son) & Iqra(Daughter) from Manyata.
Education:
     - Lawrence School, Sanawar, Himachal Pradesh.
     - Elphinstone College, Mumbai.
Major Hits: Rocky(1981), Naam(1986), Hathyar(1989), Saajan(1991), Sadak(1991), Khal Nayak(1993), Vaastav(1999),
                   Haseena Maan Jaayegi(1999), Mission Kashmir(2000), Jodi No. 1(2001), Munnabhai M.B.B.S.(2003),
                   Parineeta(2005), Lage Raho Munna Bhai(2006), Shootout at Lokhandwala(2007).
Filmfare Awards Won: 2. (Best Actor for 'Vaastav' & Best Comedian for 'Munnabhai M.B.B.S.').
Interesting/Little Known Facts
1. He spent 16 months in jail as an undertrial against (TADA)Terrorist & Disruptive Activities Act in 1993–94.
2. He took up drugs in high school. Was sent to a rehabilitation centre in Texas, USA and gradually recovered.
3. Sanjay has several large tattoos on his body- all designed by himself.
4. In 2007, he was sentenced to 6 years rigorous imprisonment for illegally possessing weapons but got bail.
5. He is son of bollywood couple Late Nargis & Sunil Dutt. Fighting tough times, has now settled as a family man.
6. He made his debut as a child actor in his father's film 'Reshma Aur Shera' at the age of 12.

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SAIF ALI KHAN

(Saifu, Chotte Nawab)

Saif Ali Khan

Date of Birth: 16-Aug-1970.
Place of Birth: New Delhi.
Sun Sign: Leo.
Age: 42 years.
Height: 5' 9"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Parampara (1992).
Relationship Status: Married Amrita Singh in 1991. Divorced in 2004.
                                  Married actress Kareena Kapoor in 2012.
Children: Sara(Daughter) & Ibrahim Ali Khan(Son) from Amrita Singh.
Education:
      - Lawrence School, Sanawar (Himachal Pradesh).
      - Lockers Park School, Hertfordshire, UK.
      - Winchester College, Hampshire, UK.
Major Hits: Main Khiladi Tu Anari(1994), Yeh Dillagi(1994), Imtihaan(1995), Kachche Dhaage(1999),
                   Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999), Kya Kehna(2000), Dil Chahta Hai(2001), Kal Ho Naa Ho(2003),
                   Hum Tum (2004), Parineeta(2005), Salaam Namaste(2005), Omkara(2006), Ta Ra Rum Pum((2007),
                   Race(2008), Love Aaj Kal(2009), Kurbaan(2009), Aarakshan(2011), Cocktail(2012).
National/Government Awards Won: 2. Padma Shri(2010) and National Award for Best Actor for 'Hum Tum'.
Filmfare Awards Won: 6.
      - Best Male Debut for 'Aashiq Awara'. Best Supporting Actor for 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'.
      - Best Performance in a Comic Role for 'Dil Chahta Hai' & 'Hum Tum'.
      - Best Performance in a Negative Role for 'Omkara'.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. Son of 2 famous personalities- Sharmila Tagore(Actress Mother) and Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi(Cricketer Father).
2. After his father's death, Saif assumed the title of 10th Nawab of Pataudi to please the sentiments of Pataudi
     villagers (although the title has no legal status after 1971).
3. He is a well known guitarist & has been a part of many tours to generate funds for Tsunami victims by playing guitar.
4. In 2005, he won both the National and the Filmfare awards.
5. In 2007, he suffered a mild heart attack, was hospitalized and subsequently quit smoking.
6. During the shooting of movie 'Hum Saath Saath Hain', he- along with other movie actors- was accused of hunting
    endangered species (Chinkara) but was later acquitted.

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ABHISHEK BACHCHAN

(Abhi, Junior B)
 

Abhishek Bachchan

Date of Birth: 05-Feb-1976.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Aquarius.
Age: 37 years.
Height: 6' 3"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Refugee (2000).
Relationship Status: Married Aishwarya Rai in 2007.
Children: Beti B(Daughter).
Education:
      - Bombay Scottish School, Mumbai.
      - Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai.
      - Aiglon School, Switzerland.
      - Boston University, USA.
Major Hits: Dhoom(2004), Bunty Aur Babli(2005), Sarkar(2005), Dus(2005), Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna(2006),
                   Dhoom 2(2006), Guru (2007), Sarkar Raj(2008), Dostana(2008), Paa(2009), Bol Bachchan(2012).
National/Government Key Awards Won: 1. National Film Award for Paa as a producer.
Filmfare Awards Won: 3. (Best Supporting Actor for 'Yuva', 'Sarkar' & 'Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna').
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. He was a dyslexic child & had learning disability in his childhood.
2. He didn't complete his business study in USA. Returned to India as he wanted to become an actor.
3. In 2002, his engagement with Karisma Kapoor was announced but was mutually called off within 3 months
    due to personal reasons.
4. Gave 17 flops but persisted and tasted success at the box office subsequently.
5. Son of famous actors(Jaya Bhaduri and Amitabh Bachchan). Grandson of writer Harivansh Rai Bachchan.
6. He beat Will Smiths world record for attending maximum number of media events by a film actor in 1 day.

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AJAY DEVGN

Ajay Devgn

Date of Birth: 02-Apr-1969.
Place of Birth: Mumbai.
Sun Sign: Aries.
Age: 44 years.
Height: 5' 9"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Phool Aur Kaante (1991).
Relationship Status: Married Kajol in 1999.
Children: Nysa(Daughter) & Yug(Son).
Education:
      - Silver Beach High School, Mumbai.
      - Mithibai College, Mumbai.
Major Hits: Phool Aur Kaante(1991), Vijaypath(1994), Ishq(1997), Pyar To Hona Hi Tha(1998),
                    Zakhm(1998), Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam(1999), Company(2002), Deewangee(2002),
                    Bhoot(2003), Gangaajal(2003), Golmaal(2006), Omkara(2006), Golmaal Returns(2008),
                    Raajneeti(2010), Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai(2010), Golmaal 3(2010), Singham(2011),
                    Bol Bachchan(2012).
National/Government Key Awards Won: 2. National Film Awards.
Filmfare Awards Won: 4.
      - Best Male Debut for 'Phool Aur Kaante'. Best Villain for 'Deewangee'.
      - Critics Best Actor for 'Company' & 'The Legend of Bhagat Singh'.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. His real name is Vishal Veeru Devgan.
2. In 2009, on the request of his family, he changed the spelling of his last name from Devgan to Devgn.
3. He changed the venue of his marriage when a newspaper revealed the first venue of his wedding.
4. Most movies- when he started his career - were of the action genre as his father is a stunt choreographer.
5. He is originally from Punjab and dated Kajol for 5 years before marrying her.
6. He established his own production house 'Ajay Devgn Films'.

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JOHN ABRAHAM

(Farhan Abraham)

John Abraham

Date of Birth: 17-Dec-1972.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Sagittarius.
Age: 40 years.
Height: 6' 1"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Jism (2003).
Relationship Status: Single.
Education:
      - Bombay Scottish School, Mumbai.
      - MBA from Jai Hind College, Mumbai.
Major Hits: Jism(2003), Dhoom(2004), Garam Masala(2005), Zinda(2006), Taxi Number 9211(2006),
                   Dostana(2008), New York(2009).
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. The vegetarian started his career doing modelling and as a media planner for an ad agency.
2. In 1999, he won the Gladrags Manhunt Contest & secured 2nd place in the Manhunt International at Philippines.
3. He has his own brand of clothing- branded as 'JA Clothes'.
4. His voice was dubbed by another actor in his first film Jism (2003).
5. He went to Kishore Namit Kapoor acting school to evolve his acting skills.
6. Was in relationship with Bipasha Basu since 2002 but they broke up in 2011.

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RISHI KAPOOR

(Chintu)

Rishi Kapoor

Date of Birth: 04-Sep-1952.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra. 
Sun Sign: Virgo.
Age: 60 years.
Height: 5' 7"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Mera Naam Joker (1970).
Relationship Status: Married Neetu Singh in 1980.
Children: Ranbir Kapoor(Son) & Riddhima Kapoor Sahani(Daughter).
Education: Campion School, Mumbai.
Major Hits: Bobby(1973), Khel Khel Mein(1975), Rafoo Chakkar(1975), Laila Majnu(1976), Kabhie Kabhie(1976),
                   Amar Akbar Anthony(1977), Hum Kisise Kum Naheen(1977), Sargam(1979), Karz(1980), Prem Rog(1982),
                   Coolie(1983), Tawaif(1984), Saagar(1985), Nagina(1986), Chandni(1989), Bol Radha Bol(1992),
                   Deewana(1992), Damini(1993), Yaraana(1995), Fanaa(2006), Namaste London(2007), Love Aaj Kal(2009),
                   Do Dooni Chaar(2010), Patiala House(2011).
National/Government Key Awards Won: 1. National Film Award (Best Child Artist for 'Mera Naam Joker').
Filmfare Awards Won: 3.
      - Best Actor for 'Bobby'. Critics Best Actor for 'Do Dooni Chaar'. 'Lifetime Achievement Award' in 2008.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. Performed as a child artist in 'Mera Naam Joker' where he played Raj Kapoor's childhood in the movie.
2. 'Aa Ab Laut Chalen' (1999) was his first directorial venture.
3. He has appeared in more than 100 movies till date.
4. Many actresses like Dimple Kapadia, Jaya Prada & Divya Bharti have done their first film with him.
5. He is paternal uncle of actresses Kareena Kapoor & Karisma Kapoor, nephew of Shashi & Shammi Kapoor.
6. Both Rishi Kapoor & his son Ranbir Kapoor did a towel-dropping scene in their respective first film.

IMRAN KHAN

Imran Khan

Date of Birth: 13-Jan-1983.
Place of Birth: Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.
Sun Sign: Capricorn.
Age: 30 years.
Height: 5' 7"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na(2008).
Relationship Status: Married Avantika Malik in 2011.
Education:
      - Bombay Scottish School, Mumbai.
      - Moved to a boarding school in Ooty after class 4th.
Major Hits: Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na(2008), I Hate Love Storys(2010), Delhi Belly(2011), Mere Brother Ki Dulhan(2011).
Filmfare Awards Won: 1. (Best Male Debut for 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na').
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. His birth name was Imran Pal but after his parents divorced, his mother changed his surname to Khan.
2. Made appearances as a child artist in 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' (1988) & 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander' (1992).
3. After the grand success of his movie Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, his Uncle, Aamir Khan gifted him a BMW.
4. He finished his high school in California and got trained in film making in Los Angeles, USA.
5. He is a huge comic book fan and loves Batman.
6. He fine tuned his acting skills in Kishore Namit Kapoor's acting institute in Mumbai.

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RAJESH KHANNA

(Kaka)

Rajesh Khanna

Date of Birth: 29-Dec-1942.
Place of Birth: Amritsar, Punjab.
Sun Sign: Capricorn.
Died: 18-Jul-2012
Age: 69 years.
Height: 5' 9"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Aakhri Khat (1966).
Relationship Status: Married Dimple Kapadia in 1973.
Children: Twinkle(Daughter) & Rinkie(Daughter).
Education:
    - St. Sebastian’s Goan High School, Girgaon.
    - Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai.
Major Hits: Aradhana(1969), Bandhan(1969), Do Raaste(1969), Ittefaq(1969), Khamoshi(1969),
                     Aan Milo Sajna(1970), Kati Patang(1970), Sachaa Jhutha(1970), Safar(1970), The Train(1970),
                     Anand(1971), Andaz(1971), Dushman(1971), Haathi Mere Saathi(1971), Mehboob Ki Mehndi(1971),
                     Anuraag(1972), Apna Desh(1972), Amar Prem(1972), Bawarchi(1972), Dil Daulat Duniya(1972),
                     Mere Jeevan Saathi(1972), Shehzada(1972), Daag(1973), Namak Haraam(1973), Raja Rani(1973),
                     Aap Ki Kasam(1974), Avishkaar(1974), Prem Nagar(1974), Roti(1974), Prem Kahani(1975),
                     Mehbooba(1976), Anurodh(1977), Chhailla Babu(1977), Amar Deep(1979), Thodisi Bewafai(1980),
                     Red Rose(1980), Dard(1981), Kudrat(1981), Agar Tum Na Hote(1983), Avtaar(1983), Souten(1983).
Filmfare Awards Won: 4.
    - Best Actor for Sachaa Jhutha.
    - Best Actor Award for Anand.
    - Best Actor Award for Avishkaar.
    - Lifetime Achievement Award (2005).
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. Changed his first name from Jatin to Rajesh before entering film industry, used to do the rounds of producers
    to seek work in his car in early 1960's but later gave 15 consecutive superhits in 3 years(between 1969-1971),
    an unbroken record in Indian film history. Word 'superstar' was first coined for him in Indian film industry.
2. In 1970-71, female fans used to cover his car with lipstick marks. Girls used to take off their dupattas and put
    them on the road for him to walk on, married themselves to his photographs by cutting their finger & applying
    the blood as sindoor, also sent him letters written in their blood.
3. He was offered the movie 'Mr India' by Shekhar Kapur but he refused as he couldn't relate to the invisible hero
    character- which was later played by Anil Kapoor.
4. He predicted in 1973 that his time as 'superstar' was up & Amitabh Bachchan was the superstar of tomorrow.
5. He won the 1992 by-election, became a member of Indian Parliament from New Delhi constituency & retained
    his seat till 1996.
6. In 1965, he won an all-India talent contest among 10,000 contestants. He bought a lavish bungalow from actor
    Rajendra Kumar just before getting married to 16 year old actress Dimple Kapadia.

ANIL KAPOOR

(Lakhan, Mr. India)

Anil Kapoor

Date of Birth: 24-Dec-1959.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Capricorn.
Age: 52 years.
Height: 5' 11"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Woh 7 Din (1983).
Relationship Status: Married Sunita Bhambhani in 1984.
Children: Sonam(Daughter), Rhea(Daughter) & Harshwardhan(Son).
Education:
      - OLPS (Our Lady of Perpetual Succour High School), Chembur, Mumbai.
      - St. Xavier's College.
Major Hits: Woh 7 Din(1983), Mashaal(1983), Meri Jung(1985), Karma(1986), Mr. India(1987), Tezaab(1988),
                    Eeshwar(1988), Ram Lakhan(1989), Parinda(1989), Kishen Kanhaiya(1990), Lamhe(1991), Beta(1992),
                    1942:A Love Story(1994), Judaai(1997), Virasat(1997), Biwi No. 1(1999), Taal(1999), Pukar(2000),
                    No Entry(2005), Welcome(2007), Slumdog Millionaire(2008), Race(2008).
National/Government Key Awards Won: 1. National Film Award. 
Filmfare Awards Won: 5.
      - Best Supporting Actor for 'Mashaal' & 'Taal'. Best Actor for 'Tezaab' & 'Beta'.
      - Critics Best Actor for 'Virasat'.
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. He has become the face of Indian cinema globally after being featured in Hollywood projects like
    'Slumdog Millionaire' & 'Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol IV'.
2. Before making big in Bollywood, he used to live in a chawl and travel by bus/local train in Mumbai.
3. Anil was restigated from his college in the 2nd year due to his lack of attendance.
4. Also acted in a Telugu film 'Vamsa Vriksham' & Mani Ratnam's Kannada debut film 'Pallavi Anu Pallavi'.
5. His brother is Boney Kapoor who had made the hit movie 'Mr. India'.
6. For his film 'Tashan', he got his chest shaved & got tattoos done all over his body.

GOVINDA

(Chichi, Virar Ka Chokra)

Govinda

Date of Birth: 21-Dec-1963.
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sun Sign: Sagittarius.
Age: 49 years.
Height: 5' 8"
First Movie(Noticeable Role): Ilzaam (1986).
Relationship Status: Married to Sunita Ahuja in 1987.
Children: Narmada(Daughter) & Yashowardhan(Son).
Education: B. Com. from Annasaheb Vartak College, Vasai.
Major Hits: Hum(1991), Shola Aur Shabnam(1992), Aankhen(1993), Raja Babu(1994), Coolie No. 1(1995),
                   Hero No. 1(1996), Saajan Chale Sasural(1996), Deewana Mastana(1997), Aunty No. 1(1998),
                   Haseena Maan Jaayegi(1999), Shikari(1999), Partner(2007).
Filmfare Awards Won: 2. (Special Award for 'Saajan Chale Sasural' & Best Comedian for 'Haseena Maan Jaayegi').
Interesting/Little Known Facts:
1. Sang for himself in his movies: 'Meri pant bhi sexy' (Dulaara) & 'Gori Gori' (Shola Aur Shabnam).
2. His mother was a classical vocalist & elder brother has appeared in some of his films playing supporting roles.
3. In 2004, he joined Congress & was elected to Lok Sabha beating the 5 time sitting MP, by over 50000 votes.
4. In 2008, he had slapped a reporter in public while shooting for his film 'Money Hai To Honey Hai' accusing him
    of misbehaving with artistes including women.
5. He wanted to marry actress Neelam who was her co-star in his movies during early part of his career.
6. His was not considered for a steward position at Taj Mahal Hotel because of his not so good English skills then.