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| Born | 1 September 1973 (age 45)[1] |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Known for | Kasamh Se and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain |
| Home town | Vasai, Maharashtra, India |
| Spouse(s) | Gautami Kapoor |
| Children | Sia Kapoor & Aks Kapoor |
Ram Kapoor (राम कपूर) ([raːm qaːpuːr]; born 1 September 1973)[1] is an Indian television and film actor. He gained popularity portraying Jai Walia in the television series Kasamh Se and the character of Ram Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. He played multiple characters Mamaji / Kunwar Amar Nath Singh (KANS) / Johnny / Balbir in the Bollywood film Humshakals and hosted the reality show Rakhi Ka Swayamwar,[2] based loosely on The Bachelorette.[3]
He won the Indian Telly Awards for best actor, consecutively in 2006, 2007 and 2008.[4]
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Early life and education[edit]
He spent his formative years at the reputed Sherwood College, in Nainital, Uttarakhand. At Sherwood College, Kapoor was introduced to acting, when as a challenge and an order from his head captain he auditioned for the annual school theatrical production of Charley's Aunt and performed the lead role. Under the direction and tutelage of Amir Raza Hussein, Kapoor found his career path and realised his love for acting.
After completing his 10th board exams, Kapoor studied at the Kodaikanal International School. After his graduation, Kapoor decided to join the entertainment industry and left for Los Angeles in the United States with the intention of joining UCLA to study filmmaking but joined a Stanislavski-based acting academy in Los Angeles.[1]
Career[edit]
Kapoor made his onscreen debut with the television serial Nyay (1997).[5] He took up three more shows Heena (1998), Sangharsh (1999) and Kavita (2000).[1][5]
In 2000, Kapoor acted in popular family drama Ghar Ek Mandir.[5] Kapoor worked with Amir Raza Hussein once again in the play The Fifty Days of War - Kargil which ran for 10 days in New Delhi as a tribute to the heroes of the Kargil War. Ram played five characters.[6]
In 2001, Kapoor acted in Rishtey, in the serial Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai and made a cameo appearance in Mira Nair's acclaimed film Monsoon Wedding.[1]
He went on to appear in films like Dhadkan (2003) and Awaz - Dil Se Dil Tak, followed by Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi and Bali (2004), a telefilm in which he played Prithvi Singh.[1]
In 2005, Kapoor's was seen in films like Devaki,[7]Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow[8] and Missed Call.[1]
In 2006, he starred in the show Kasamh Se in the role of Jai Walia and became a household name.
Kapoor was then seen in the soap opera Basera and participated in two reality shows: Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa as a participant and Rakhi Ka Swayamwar as the host.[1]
Kapoor appeared in minor roles in two films in 2010. The first was the commercially successful Karthik Calling Karthik, with Kapoor playing the role of Kamath. The second, Udaan, was a critically acclaimed and award winning film directed by Vikrmaditya Motwane and was produced by Anurag Kashyap.[1]
In 2011, he starred on the TV show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and played the male protagonist Ram Kapoor.[1] The show was an instant success and Kapoor's performance was lauded.
He appeared in Bollywood movies Agent Vinod (2012), Student Of The Year (2013) and Humshakals (2014).
Personal life[edit]
Kapoor is married to his Ghar Ek Mandir costar and actress Gautami Kapoor (nee Gadgil). They met on the sets of the TV show Ghar Ek Mandir and dated for a while before tying the knot on Valentines Day in 2003. They have two children, daughter Sia and son Aks.[9]
Television[edit]
Fiction shows[edit]
| Year | Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Heena | Dr. Amir | |
| 1999 | Sangharsh | Pitambar Tahilyani | |
| 1999 | Nyaay | Gaurav Makija | |
| 2000 | Kavita | Rishi Grover | |
| 2000-2002 | Ghar Ek Mandir | Rahul | |
| 2001 | Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai | Rajeshwar Agnihotri | |
| 2001 | Rishtey | Sujoy Chaudary | |
| 2002 | Kehta Hai Dil | Jai Singh | |
| 2003 | Awaz - Dil Se Dil Tak | Vishal | |
| 2003 | Dhadkan | Dr. Rajeev Agarwal; Psychologist | |
| 2004 | Bali | Prithvi Singh | |
| 2004 | Manshaa | Vinay Khanna | Dead |
| 2005 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Shadab | |
| 2005 | Devaki | Rahul | |
| 2006-2009 | Kasamh Se | Jai Udai Walia; a Ruthless Businessman | |
| 2007-2008 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Jas Thakral | |
| 2009 | Basera | Keshubhai Sanghvi | |
| 2011-2014 | Bade Achhe Lagte Hain | Ram Amarnath Kapoor; a Ruthless Businessman | |
| 2013 | Sanskaar – Dharohar Apnon Ki | Parmeshwar Patel Kapoor / Paddy | Guest Appearance |
| 2015 | Dil Ki Baatein Dil Hi Jaane | Ram Ahuja; Anandita's husband and widower; Disha's and Aarav's father | |
| 2017-present | Karrle Tu Bhi Mohabbat | Karan Khanna (KK); A superstar, Radhika's ex-husband, Tipsy's husband, Trisha and Piya's biological father. | Web series |
| 2018 | Comedy High School | Various Characters |
Reality shows[edit]
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Kamzor Kadi Kaun | Guest contestant |
| 2002 | Chalti Ka Naam Antakshari | Guest contestant |
| 2003 | Khullja Sim Sim | Guest contestant |
| 2006 | Jodee Kamaal Ki | Guest contestant |
| 2006 | Kam Ya Zyaada | Contestant |
| 2009 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa | Contestant[10] |
| 2009 | Rakhi Ka Swayamwar | Host[11] |
| 2010 | Swayamwar 2 - Rahul Dhulaniya Lejaayenge | Host |
| 2012 | Kaun Banega Crorepati 6[12] | Guest participant (along with Sakshi Tanwar); to promote Bade Achhe Lagte Hain |
| 2013 | Kaun Banega Crorepati 7 | Guest participant (along with Sakshi Tanwar and Amrita Mukherjee); to promote Bade Achhe Lagte Hain |
| 2013 | Welcome- Bazzi mehman nawazi ki | Host |
| 2014 | Comedy Nights with Kapil | Promotion for Humshakals along with Sajid Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Ritesh Deshmukh, Esha Gupta and Tamannaah |
| 2018 | Zindagi Ki Crossroads | Host |
Events[edit]
| Year | Event | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Indian Telly Awards | Host |
| 2003 | Indian Telly Awards | Host |
| 2006 | Zee Astitva Awards | Host[13] |
| 2007 | 7th Indian Telly Awards | Host |
| 2012 | 11th Indian Telly Awards | Host |
| 2012 | 12th Indian Television Academy Awards | Host |
| 2013 | 12th Indian Telly Awards | Host |
Films[edit]
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 50 Day War-Kargil[6] | 5 different characters |
| 2001 | Monsoon Wedding | Shelly |
| 2003 | Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi | Arun Mehta |
| 2005 | Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow | Rohan Sehgal |
| Missed Call | Vinay Murthi | |
| 2008 | Golmaal Returns | Jai Udai Walia; a Ruthless Businessman (Cameo Appearance) |
| 2010 | Karthik Calling Karthik | Kamath |
| Udaan | Jimmy | |
| 2011 | Love U...Mr. Kalakaar! | Deshraj Diwan, Ritu's father |
| 2012 | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu | Mr. Bulani, a friend of Rahul's father, who tries to help Rahul overcome his low self-esteem. |
| Agent Vinod | Abu Sayed Nazir | |
| Student Of The Year | Ashok Nanda | |
| 2013 | Mai | Subhash Joshi, Madhu's husband |
| Mere Dad Ki Maruti | Tej Khullar, Sameer's father | |
| 2014 | Shaadi Ke Side Effects | Ranveer |
| Humshakals | Kunwar Amar Nath Singh (KANS) / Johnny / Balbir (Mamaji) | |
| Lakshmi | Avinash, Lakshmi's Advocate | |
| 2015 | Kuch Kuch Locha Hai[14][15] | Praveen Patel |
| 2016 | Baar Baar Dekho | Vinod Kapoor, Diya's father |
| 2018 | Loveyatri | Rasik |
Awards[edit]
| Year | Award | Category | For the show |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[16] | Kasamh Se |
| Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor (Popular)[4] | ||
| 2011 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[17] | Bade Acche Lagte Hain |
| 2012 | Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Awards | Best Television Actor (Male)[18] | |
| Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[19] | ||
| 5th Boroplus Gold Awards | Best Actor in a Lead Role[20] |
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ abcdefghij'Exclusive biography of #RamKapoor and on his life'.
- ^'Ram Kapoor to host 'Rakhi Ka Swayamvar''. deccanherald.com. 29 May 2009.
- ^'Is Rakhi Ka Swayamvar a spinoff of The Bachelorette?'. businessofcinema.com. 31 July 2009.
- ^ abIndian Telly Awards (Website). 'Best Actor, Indian Telly Awards'. Retrieved 31 July 2012.
- ^ abc''Method acting is about feeling the emotion' : Ram Kapoor'. 29 March 2006.
- ^ ab'BBC News - SOUTH ASIA - Kargil's theatre of war'. news.bbc.co.uk.
- ^Hungama, Bollywood. 'Hindi Movie List - Latest Bollywood Movies - New Hindi Movies - Bollywood Hungama'.
- ^'Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow'. 9 December 2005 – via www.imdb.com.
- ^'Happy Birthday Ram Kapoor: 10 interesting, unknown facts about the Bade Achhe Lagte Hain actor'. indianexpress.com. 1 September 2017.
- ^'Participated in Jhalak Dikhla Jaa'.
- ^'Hosted Rakhi Ka Swayamwar'. Archived from the original on 18 April 2009.
- ^'Ram Kapoor, Sakshi Tanwar and Amrita Mukherjee (Pihu) in KBC 6'.
- ^'Ram Kapoor & Roshni Chopra as hosts of Astitva Awards, 2006'.
- ^'Kuch Kuch Locha Hai Between Sunny Leone And Ram Kapoor'. 1 December 2014.
- ^'Sunny Leone-Ram Kapoor display their comic side in Kuch Kuch Locha Hai - Times of India ►'.
- ^Best Actor Critics choice
- ^'Ram Kapoor & Sakshi Tanwar wins top honours at the 11th Television Academy Awards'. Archived from the original on 26 May 2012.
- ^'Ekta & team shine at DadaSaheb Phalke Awards! - Times of India'.
- ^'Ram Kapoor wins Best Actor at 12th Academy Awards'. Archived from the original on 21 October 2013.
- ^'5th Boroplus Gold Awards 2012 Winners List-Bollywood, Entertainment, Featured - India News Portal'. indiascanner.com.
External links[edit]
| Wikimedia Commons has media related to Ram Kapoor. |
- Ram Kapoor on IMDb
