Hrithik Roshan
Born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Hrithik Roshan became one of Asia's most celebrated Actors during the Generation X era.
Hrithik Roshan is an Indian actor who appears in Bollywood films. After having appeared in films as a child actor in the 1980s, Roshan made his film debut in a leading role in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai (2000) for which Roshan earned his Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Best Male Debut. In 2001, he went on to appear in the melodrama Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham..., which became India's highest-grossing film in the overseas market and his biggest commercial success to date. Following through with several unnoticed performances from 2002–03, he starred in the commercially successful Koi...
"His dual role debut in "Kaho Naa." — About Hrithik Roshan
| Metric | Hrithik Roshan | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 52 | 53 | -1 yrs |
| Career length | 34 yrs | ~35 yrs | -1 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Hrithik Roshan
Did you know that Hrithik Roshan initially wanted to pursue filmmaking and assisted his father Rakesh Roshan on several films before becoming an actor?
- He was born with a supernumerary thumb on his right hand, which became a unique identifier in his early career.
- His debut film, "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai," holds a Limca Book of Records entry for winning 102 awards.
- Hrithik diligently overcame a significant stammering problem in his childhood through speech therapy and determination.
- A wax statue of him was unveiled at Madame Tussauds, London, in 2011, acknowledging his global popularity.
- He underwent brain surgery in 2013 for chronic subdural hematoma, making a full recovery and returning to acting.
His dual role debut in "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai" (2000) was an unprecedented success, instantly catapulting him to stardom. It earned him both the Best Actor and Best Male Debut Filmfare Awards, a rare feat, solidifying his status as a dancing sensation and a promising leading man.
Hrithik Roshan has redefined the Indian action hero and male lead with his unparalleled dancing skills, chiseled physique, and intense performances. He is celebrated for pushing the boundaries of physical transformation and cinematic spectacle in Bollywood.
