Karan Kapadia, a prominent Indian actor, is known for his Bollywood debut in the action thriller “Blank.” He comes from a family deeply rooted in the Indian film industry.
Wiki/Biography
Karan Kapadia was born on September 16, 1993, in Mumbai, India. His zodiac sign is Virgo. He tragically lost his mother to cancer when he was just 15 years old. Following her passing in 2009, he moved in with his maternal aunt, Dimple Kapadia, who played a significant role in his upbringing.
Even at a young age, Karan harbored acting aspirations. He discussed his dreams with his cousin, Twinkle Khanna, and brother-in-law, Akshay Kumar, at the tender age of 14. To hone his skills, he attended the Jeff Goldberg Studio before launching his career. His journey began as an assistant director on Akshay Kumar’s “Boss,” followed by a role in the short film “Crescendo.”
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 6’4″
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
Family, Caste & Girlfriend
Karan Kapadia hails from a Hindu family. His mother, Simple Kapadia, was a well-known Bollywood actress and costume designer. His father’s name was Rajinder Singh Shetty (Sethi). He maintains close relationships with his maternal aunt, Dimple Kapadia (a former Bollywood actress), and cousins Twinkle Khanna (former actress and interior designer) and Rinke Khanna (actress).
He’s also the brother-in-law of Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar. There are rumors that he is dating Nikita Gosain, a hair stylist.
Here’s a summary of his family connections:
| Relationship | Name | Profession |
|---|---|---|
| Mother | Simple Kapadia | Actress, Costume Designer |
| Father | Rajinder Singh Shetty (Sethi) | (Profession Unknown) |
| Maternal Aunt | Dimple Kapadia | Actress |
| Cousin | Twinkle Khanna | Former Actress, Interior Designer |
| Cousin | Rinke Khanna | Actress |
| Brother-in-law | Akshay Kumar | Actor |
Favourite Things
- Actors: Akshay Kumar, Cillian Murphy, Will Smith
- Musicians: Liam Gallagher, Coldplay, Brian Littrell
- Sport: Football
- TV Shows: Sherlock and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Facts
Karan’s hobbies include swimming, horse riding, and martial arts. He’s also passionate about kickboxing. Akshay Kumar played a key role in introducing him to director Tony D’Souza. Remarkably, he underwent a significant weight loss transformation, shedding 24 kg (53 lbs) for his role in “Blank,” after previously weighing 112 kg (247 lbs).
He has three tattoos: a modified Jesus Christ tattoo on his neck, words on his abdomen, and his mother’s name, Simple Kapadia, on his forearm. His acting journey hasn’t been without its challenges; he faced rejections early on but persevered with the support of his family.
Despite initial doubts from Akshay and Twinkle about his acting ambitions, their support proved invaluable as he navigated the industry. His experiences with rejection ultimately strengthened his resolve and shaped his career path.
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