Guwahati: One of the most versatile actors in the film industry Shahid Kapoor turns 41 today. From Ishq Vishk to Kabir Singh, the actor has managed to give stellar performances on screen. While he does his bit when it comes to acting, Shahid is also considered a fashion icon today.
Shahid Kapoor was born on February 25, 1981, in New Delhi to Neelima Azeem and Pankaj Kapoor. Shahid was always fond of dancing. He joined Shiamak Davar’s dance institute at the age of 15 and impressed everyone with his moves.
Shahid appeared as a background dancer in the films ‘Dil To Pagal Hai’ and ‘Taal’ in which the dance sequences were choreographed by Shiamak. Shahid quickly went up the ladder and became a dance instructor in the academy.
On his birthday let’s go through his some stellar performances:
Ishq Vishq
Debuting in a typical Bollywood style, Shahid played the role of a casanova in his very first film. The movie was a college romance, a concept which was done till death but still the actor managed to lure the audience with his cute looks and innocence.
Jab We Met
This Imtiaz Ali-directed super-hit flick revived Shahid’s career. Although, the film is known for Kareena’s career-best performance Shahid as a quiet and collective ‘Aditya Kashyap’ also excelled in every frame. The full-fledged Bollywood romantic drama performed brilliantly at the box-office.
Vivaah
Pairing opposite Amrita Rao again, Shahid essayed the role of a man who is about to get married. His chemistry with Amrita yet again managed to cast its magic on fans.
Kaminey
Vishal Bhardwaj has made a knack of making amazing films and ‘Kaminey’ is surely one of those. Shahid exercised his acting prowess to full effect in this flick. The film had a stellar soundtrack and Shahid as Guddu and Charlie was nothing short of spectacular.
Haider
Every scene of this serenely shot, brilliantly acted and extremely important film is just incredible. A modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare’sHamlet’, the movie is based on the Kashmir Conflict’. Shahid delivered his best-ever performance in the film and earned a Filmfare Award for Best Actor. This one is a must-watch.
Udta Punjab
A controversial but well-made film, Udta Punjab fetched another Filmfare Award for Shahid. This Abhishek Chaubey directed flick is based on the increasing drug menace in Punjab. Shahid as ‘Tommy Singh’ is spectacular. The film was an average grosser but garnered critical acclaim.
Kabir Singh
Amidst all the controversy around the subject matter of the film and contrasting opinions on how it should be perceived, one common factor on which everybody agreed was that Shahid Kapoor absolutely nailed the part. Kabir Singh turned out to be a Blockbuster, all thanks to the stellar performances and super-hit soundtrack.
On a personal front, Shahid Kapoor is married to Mira Rajput. It was an arranged marraige and they are blessed with a daughter and a son.
Shahid Kapoor upcoming movies
1- JERSEY
Shahid Kapoor has completed the shoot of the Hindi remake of another Telugu hit film called Jersey. Before he has done ‘Arjun Reddy Hindi Remake’ Kabir Singh a Blockbuster hit at the Box Office. Jersey delayed due to COVID, now gets a new release date but clash with KGF 2 is not easy.
2- BULL
Shahid Kapoor and T Series reunite for an action-packed entertainer, based on real-life events.
3- SHASHANK KHAITAN’S NEXT
Recently film director Shashank Khaitan told that Farzi scheduled affected by the pandemic, to be shot in many foreign locations, he is in touch with Shahid Kapoor to figure out about this film
4- FARZI
Farzi is a con thriller drama where lead male Shahid Kapoor plays a con artist, he is currently focusing on sports drama Jersey, will decide soon which film is going to be shot after this.
5- RAJA KRISHNA MENON’S NEXT
The official announcement is yet to happen but some reports suggested in the past that Shahid Kapoor signed Raja Krishna Menon’s next to where the actor will play a boxer. Raja is best known for Akshay Kumar’s super hit film Airlift (2016).
6- WOH KAUN THI REMAKE
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is the lead actress of KriArj Entertainment’s psychological thriller Woh Kaun Thi? (1964) remake and rumors say Shahid Kapoor may join her while official announcements yet to come.
7- MAGADHEERA REMAKE
Reportedly, Mohenjo Daro (2016) actress Pooja Hegde and Shahid Kapoor are set to cast in period action romance film Magadheera Remake, originally in Telugu, Ramcharan Teja, and Kajal Agarwal starred Magadheera got so much appreciation in India. Gabbar is back director Krish is going to make this film but nothing is officially announced about this film.
According to reports, Shahid Kapoor signed Raja Krishna Menon’s next to where the actor will play a boxer. Raja is best known for Airlift (2016).
