Sidharth Malhotra Birthday: How a Delhi Boy Became a Bollywood Star

Latest News: Bollywood's handsome and talented actor Siddharth Malhotra was born on January 16, 1985 , in Delhi, India, to a Punjabi Hindu family . His father is Sunil Malhotra , mother is Reema Malhotra , and he has an older brother. Siddharth spent his childhood and early education in Delhi. Initially, he was inclined towards sports, but gradually his interest in the world of glamour and cameras grew.

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From modeling to the film industry

Siddharth began his modeling career at the age of 18. He worked for several fashion shows and brands, but after some time, he realized that modeling wasn't providing the satisfaction he was looking for. During this time, he turned to films and worked as an assistant director on Karan Johar 's 2010 film "My Name Is Khan ." This experience gave him the confidence to enter the world of acting.

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Identity created through different characters

Sidharth then played an ambitious businessman in "Hasee Toh Phasee" (2014), a dangerous criminal in "Ek Villain" (2014), and an aspiring writer in "Kapoor & Sons" (2016). These films proved him to be more than just a romantic hero, but also a versatile actor. "Ek Villain" and "Kapoor & Sons," in particular, were among his highest-grossing films.

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Some facts about Sidharth Malhotra

• Siddharth began his career as a model at the age of 18. Dissatisfied with the profession, he quit after four years.

• In 2007, he appeared on the model talent search and reality television show Get Gorgeous. While working as a model, Malhotra won several titles. In the 2007 Gladrags Mega-Model and Manhunt pageant, he was the second runner-up and also won the title of 'Mr.

• Siddharth has a keen interest in sports, and rugby is one of his favorites. He is one of the fittest actors in Bollywood, and his love for sports explains this. The actor used to play for the Delhi Hurricanes rugby team.

• In 2010, Sidharth Malhotra worked as an assistant director with Karan Johar in My Name Is Khan.

• Siddharth is a successful model, having worked for major fashion brands like Roberto Cavalli. He has walked the ramp at major fashion shows around the world, including in New York, Milan, Paris, and many other locations.

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•  His Bollywood acting debut came in 2012 with the teen drama Student of the Year. However, the actor wasn't supposed to make his Bollywood debut with Student of the Year. He was supposed to play a significant role in the Priyanka Chopra Jonas-starrer Fashion. Due to contractual obligations, Siddharth couldn't pursue this project. He played a double role in the 2017 action comedy A Gentleman.

• In 2013, Sidharth Malhotra won the Stardust Award for Most Promising Debut Male and the South Africa India Film and Television Awards Male Debut Actor of the Year for his role in Student of the Year. At the 2014 BIG Star Entertainment Awards, he won the Most Entertaining Actor in a Romantic Film award and shared the Entertainer of the Year award with Alia Bhatt.

• Sidharth Malhotra received immense love and praise for his portrayal of Indian Army officer Vikram Batra in Shershaah. The 2021 biographical war film's release was significantly delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It eventually premiered on the OTT platform and became the most-watched film on the platform.

• Sidharth Malhotra married actress Kiara Advani in 2023. Although they first appeared together in the film "Sher Shah," leading some to believe they became close during the filming, Sidharth and Kiara first met at the wrap-up party for the film "Lust Story" in 2018. This is where their conversation began.

• Sidharth Malhotra was the sixth most Googled personality in India in 2023. His wedding photos on Instagram became the most liked Instagram post in the country. 

Sidharth Malhotra's personal life

Sidharth Malhotra lives his personal life with as much balance and simplicity as his professional life. Despite being in the limelight, he prefers to keep his personal life private .

Marriage and Relationship

Sidharth Malhotra married actress Kiara Advani on February 7, 2023. Their love story began during the filming of the film "Shershaah," where their on-screen chemistry soon blossomed into real-life romance. The wedding took place at Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, in a private and grand ceremony. Photos from the wedding went viral on social media.

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Siddharth Malhotra's daughter is born

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 Actor  Sidharth Malhotra and his wife Kiara Advani welcomed a baby girl in 2024. Fans and industry insiders showered them with warm wishes as soon as the news broke.

Upcoming Project

After recently appearing opposite Janhvi Kapoor in Tushar Jalota's "Param Sundari," Siddharth has several interesting projects lined up. He will be seen in the folk thriller "Vavan: Force of the Forest," directed by Arunabh Kumar and Deepak Kumar Mishra. The film also stars Tamannaah Bhatia, Shweta Tiwari, Durgesh Kumar, and many others.

The trailer and motion poster for the film 'Vavan - Force of the Forest' have already been released, increasing anticipation for its theatrical release on May 15, 2026. The teaser showcases an environmental action adventure with supernatural elements, starring Sidharth Malhotra as a mysterious forest protector.

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FAQs

Q1. When and where was Sidharth Malhotra born?

Answer: Sidharth Malhotra was born on 16 January 1985 in Delhi, India .

Q2. Who are the members of Sidharth Malhotra's family?

Answer: His father's name is Sunil Malhotra , mother's name is Reema Malhotra and he also has an elder brother.

Q3. How did Sidharth Malhotra start his career?

Answer: He started his career with modeling at the age of 18 , later he also worked as an assistant director before entering films.

Q4. In which film did he work as an assistant director?

Answer: Siddharth worked as an assistant director in Karan Johar 's film 'My Name Is Khan' (2010) .

Q5. Which was Sidharth Malhotra's first film?

Answer: He made his Bollywood debut as a lead actor in 'Student of the Year' (2012) .

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