Kartik Aaryan Birthday: From Gwalior boy to Bollywood superstar with a remarkable rise

There are some stars in the film industry whose brilliance is reflected not just in their films but also in their hard work, struggle, and humble nature. One such star is

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There are some stars in the film industry whose brilliance is reflected not just in their films, but also in their hard work, struggle, and humble nature. One such star is Kartik Aaryan, who was born on November 22, 1990, in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Today, he is the heartthrob of millions, but this status didn't come overnight. On the special occasion of his birthday, let's learn the full story of his life, struggle, and success, which made him a "big star" of Bollywood.

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Kartik Aaryan's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri teaser

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Childhood and Family – The Studious Son of Doctor Parents

(Kartik Aryan family)

Kartik

Kartik Aaryan was born into a middle-class family. His mother, Dr. Mala Tiwari, and father, Dr. Manoj Tiwari, are both doctors. While the home was academically focused, Kartik harbored a different dream: to become a Bollywood hero. During his school days, Kartik was extremely shy and introverted, but his passion for acting gradually took shape. The journey from the streets of Gwalior to the film industry wasn't easy, but his resolve was strong.

Mumbai, on the pretext of engineering, and then the struggle began

(Kartik Aryan education)

Karthik chose the path of "study" to come to Mumbai. He enrolled in an engineering college in Mumbai and began secretly auditioning while living in the hostel.
He faced two major challenges—

No film godfather
Balancing college classes and auditions

Many times he would catch a local train, stand in lines for hours, only to return rejected. He says: “I was nobody in Mumbai. No relatives, no acquaintances. I just had a dream.”

The first big opportunity—Pyaar Ka Punchnama

Punchnama of love

In 2011, Kartik landed a life-changing role in the film Pyaar Ka Punchnama. Although the film was low-budget, Kartik's 7-8 minute monologue made him a viral sensation overnight. The younger generation embraced him. Kartik's monologue is still considered one of Bollywood's most memorable sequences. This is where the era of
the "Monologue King" and
"Star of the Youth" began.

The struggle was not over yet…

Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2

Although his first film was a hit, Kartik's struggles remained unabated. He had to prove himself further to survive in Bollywood.

He faced small roles, limited budget films and many failures—

Oracle
Kanchi
Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2

Akash Vani

Amidst all this, he continued to work hard silently. During that period, there were many times when he did not have films, he had less money, and his family members were also worried about his future. But Kartik was not one to give up.

Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety – The biggest leap to stardom

Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety

Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, released in 2018, made Kartik a superstar overnight. The film crossed the Rs 100 crore mark and Kartik emerged as a "leading star" for the first time. His comic timing, body language, and the way he captured modern-youth emotions were appreciated by all. After the film, he started getting brand endorsements, big films, and millions of followers.

From Love Aaj Kal 2 to Dhamaka – Growth as an Actor

Kartik Aaryan

Kartik didn't limit himself to comedy.
He proved himself to be a "versatile actor" by playing a variety of roles:

Love Aaj Kal 2 – Romantic Emotions
Dhamaka – Intense News Anchor
Freddy – A character with shades of grey
Satyanarayan Ki Katha (Upcoming) – Emotional Role

These films proved that Kartik is not just a “comedy hero” but also a serious actor.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 – The Biggest Blockbuster

Bhool Bhulaiya 2

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Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, released in 2022, became the biggest success of Kartik's career. The film grossed over ₹186 crore and revitalized Bollywood in the post-pandemic era. Fans wholeheartedly embraced him as "Rooh Baba."

Love life and controversies

(Kartik Aryan affairs)

Ananya Pandey

Kartik has been linked with several co-stars –
Sara Ali Khan,
Janhvi Kapoor,
Ananya Panday

But he never spoke openly about his relationships. There was a big controversy when he was suddenly dropped from Karan Johar's film Dostana 2. But Kartik remained silent and did not say anything and kept his focus on his films and work.

Upcoming movie

(Kartik Aryan upcoming film)

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Kartik Aaryan

Kartik Aaryanis also prepping for "Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri," which also stars Ananya Panday. The actor is also working on a musical romance drama with Sreeleela and Anurag Basu, which is currently in development. Additionally, he is working on two interesting projects with Shamit Amin and Vishnuvardhan. He will also be seen in "Naagzilla: Naaglok Ka Pehla Kaand," a creature comedy-drama that offers a wonderful blend of thrill, horror, and humor. The film's lead character is a shape-shifting snake.