Vicky Kaushal, born on May sixteenth, nineteen eighty-eight, is a celebrated Indian actor known for his versatile performances in Hindi cinema. With a career that spans various genres, he has garnered numerous accolades, including a National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards. His remarkable talent has earned him a spot on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list, solidifying his status as one of the leading actors of his generation.
After completing his engineering degree at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kaushal embarked on his film journey by assisting renowned director Anurag Kashyap in the acclaimed crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur in two thousand twelve. He initially took on minor roles before landing his first leading part in the independent drama Masaan in two thousand fifteen. His collaboration with Kashyap continued with the psychological thriller Raman Raghav two point zero in two thousand sixteen, which further showcased his acting prowess.
Kaushal's breakthrough came in two thousand eighteen when he gained widespread recognition for his supporting roles in the blockbuster films Raazi and Sanju, the latter earning him the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. His portrayal of an army officer in the war film Uri: The Surgical Strike in two thousand nineteen established him as a leading figure in the industry, winning him the National Film Award for Best Actor. He continued to impress audiences with his performance as Udham Singh in the biopic Sardar Udham in two thousand twenty-one, receiving the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor.
In two thousand twenty-three, Kaushal enjoyed commercial success with the romantic comedy Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, the biopic Sam Bahadur, and the comedy-drama Dunki, the latter of which earned him another Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. His role in the historical action film Chhaava, where he portrayed Sambhaji, became his highest-grossing release to date.
Beyond acting, Kaushal is also known for endorsing various brands and products, and he has co-hosted and performed at numerous award ceremonies. He is married to actress Katrina Kaif, and together they have a son, marking a new chapter in his personal life.