Sushant Singh Rajput
| Sushant Singh Rajput | |
|---|---|
 Rajput in 2013 | |
| Born |
21 January 1986[1] Patna, Bihar, India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2007–present |
Sushant Singh Rajput is an Indian actor. He had a starring role in the soap opera Pavitra Rishta, and later participated in the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4. Rajput made his film debut as one of the three male leads in Abhishek Kapoor's drama Kai Po Che! (2013). He went on to star in the romantic comedy Shuddh Desi Romance (2013) and played the titular detective in the thriller Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! (2015), both of which were produced by Yash Raj Films.
Early life and background
Rajput was born in Patna where his father worked as a government official.[2][3][4][5] His family moved to New Delhi in early 2000s and have been based there ever since.[6] Rajput has four sisters with him being the youngest in the family.[7] One of his sisters, Mitu Singh is a state-level cricketer.[8] One of Sushant's sisters Shweta Singh Kirti lives in the US, two in Delhi and one in Chandigarh.[9] He went to school in St. Karen's High School in Patna and Kulachi Hansraj Model School in New Delhi. He was studying Mechanical Engineering at the prestigious Delhi College of Engineering (now known as Delhi Technological University), when after three years he took the brave decision to drop out to pursue his passion and career in acting.During his early ages, his friends called him Gulshan.
As a student of Davar, Rajput was chosen to be a part of the troupe that went on to perform in the 2006 Commonwealth Games and the group of background dancers at the 51st Filmfare Awards. After moving to Mumbai, He continued in theatre during this period and was a member of Nadira Babbar's Ekjute theatre group.[10] He also took Barry John's drama classes and found his passion for acting saying, "I found the experience liberating. I realised I could communicate with the audience. I knew I wanted to do this forever."[5]
Career
Television (2008–12)
In 2008, Rajput was spotted by Balaji Telefilms' casting team in one of his plays and was asked to audition. He landed the role of Preet Juneja in Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil. His character was killed in the show but came back for the series finale as a spirit, looking at his family celebrate after going through difficult times.
In June 2009 Rajput began starring in Pavitra Rishta as Manav Deshmuk, very serious and mature, working as a mechanic to help support his family.
In May 2010, he joined the dance reality show Zara Nachke Dikha 2 where he was a part of the Mast Kalandar Boys Team. Rajput continued with shooting for both Pavitra Rishta and Zara Nachke Dikha 2. On the "Mother's Day Special" episode, his team dedicated a performance to his mother, who had died.[11] In December 2010, he participated in another dance-based reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4 where he was paired with choreographer Shampa Sonthalia.[12] In October 2011, Rajput decided to quit Pavitra Rishta to pursue a film-making course abroad.[13]
Film (2013–present)
Rajput auditioned for Abhishek Kapoor's Kai Po Che! and became one of the three leads. The movie was released on 22 February 2013 and has been a critical and a commercial success.[14] Critic Rajeev Masand wrote, "But it's Sushant Singh Rajput, making his film debut as Ishaan, who it's hard to take your eyes off. The actor has an indescribable presence, and it's clear from his confidence and distinct likability that a star is born."[15] One India Entertainment reports, "Sushant Singh Rajput makes a brilliant and effortless debut with Kai Po Che".[16]
Rajput's second movie was Shuddh Desi Romance, directed by Maneesh Sharma. Taran Adarsh from Bollywood Hungama praised Rajput's performance, saying "After leaving a tremendous impression in his first Hindi outing, Sushant Singh Rajput... brings a lot of freshness with his unpretentious and spontaneous act."[17] Sukanya Verma from Rediff stated, "After a dynamic debut in Kai Po Che!, Rajput channelises his abundant energy to convey the childlike ineptitude of a man who wears his heart on a sleeve."[18]
Rajput has a small role in Rajkumar Hirani's film PK.[19][20] Rajput was signed to portray Byomkesh Bakshi in director Dibakar Banerjee's film, Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!.[21] He is also slated to star in Shekhar Kapur's futuristic film, Paani.[22]
Personal life
Rajput started his career as a backup dancer and has performed at the Filmfare Awards many times and it was while he was performing on stage that Balaji Films spotted him and offered him a television role.[5] Rajput is engaged to Ankita Lokhande, his co-star from Pavitra Rishta.[23] Rajput proposed to Lokhande on national television in February 2011 on the dance show, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4. He has said that the two plan to get married very soon.[24]
Filmography
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Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2010 | Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil | Preet Juneja | Television series |
| 2009–2011 | Pavitra Rishta | Manav Deshmukh | Television series |
| 2013 | Kai Po Che | Ishaan Bhatt | |
| 2013 | Shuddh Desi Romance | Raghu Ram | |
| 2014 | PK | Sarfaraz Yousuf | |
| 2015 | Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! | Byomkesh Bakshi |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Title of work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Indian Telly Awards | Most Popular Actor (Male) | Pavitra Rishta | Nominated[25] |
| 2010 | Zee Gold Awards | Best Actor (Male) | Won [26] | |
| Indian Telly Awards | Most Popular Actor (Male) | Won [26] | ||
| Xplore International Awards | Best Actor (Male) | Won [26] | ||
| Big Star Entertainment Awards | Big Star Television Actor (Male) | Won [26] | ||
| Zee Rishtey Awards | Best Jodi with Ankita Lokhande | Won [26] | ||
| Most Popular Face (Male) | Nominated[26] | |||
| 2011 | ||||
| Lions Gold Awards[26] | Favorite Popular Television Actor (Male) | Won | ||
| The Global Film and Television Honors Awards | Best Television Actor (Male) | Won[26] | ||
| FICCI Frames Excellence Awards | Best Television Actor (Male) | Won[27] | ||
| 2013 | Star Guild Awards | Best Male Debut | Kai Po Che! | Won[28] |
| Star Guild Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Nominated[29] | ||
| Screen Awards | Best Male Debut | Won[30] | ||
| Zee Cine Awards | Best Male Debut | Nominated[31] | ||
| IIFA Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Nominated[32] |
See also
References
- ↑ "Happy birthday Sushant Singh Rajput!". Rediff.com. 21 January 2014. Retrieved 29 December 2014.
- ↑ http://www.firstpost.com/bollywood/all-you-need-to-know-about-shuddh-desi-romance-star-sushant-singh-rajput-1084077.html
- ↑ http://www.hindustantimes.com/Brunch/Brunch-Stories/On-the-brink-Sushant-Singh-Rajput/Article1-1008672.aspx
- ↑ http://businessofcinema.com/news/exclusive-no-qualms-about-returning-to-tv-sushant-singh-rajput/96937
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 http://www.filmfare.com/interviews/i-want-to-be-on-the-cover-of-filmfare-sushant-singh-rajput-3428.html
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=459198304178300&set=a.252759768155489.53067.251263061638493&type=1&theater
- ↑ http://movies.ndtv.com/bollywood/sushant-singh-rajput-busy-with-work-on-raksha-bandhan-408018
- ↑ Retrieved 26 February 2013
- ↑ "The Times of India: Latest News India, World & Business News, Cricket & Sports, Bollywood". The Times of India.
- ↑ "Entering B-town was never my dream: Sushant" Retrieved 26 August 2010
- ↑ http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/celebritymicro/videos/id/37601/type/view/videoid/1213307
- ↑ Gaurav Malani (9 March 2011). "Chang wins Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4". Times of India. Retrieved 25 August 2012.
- ↑ "I'm leaving 'Pavitra Rishta' this week: Sushant Singh Rajput"
- ↑ Taran Adarsh (27 February 2013). "Hit Che!".
- ↑ "Rajeev Masand's Kai Po Che review" Retrieved 22 February 2013
- ↑ http://entertainment.oneindia.in/bollywood/reviews/2013/kai-po-che-movie-review-103807.html
- ↑ http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/criticreview/id/576457
- ↑ http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/review-shuddh-desi-romance-has-no-dull-moments/20130906.htm
- ↑ "Sushant Singh confirmed for Hirani's PK" Retrieved 16 October 2012
- ↑ ians. "New friendship brimeth? Anushka Sharma and Sushant Singh Rajput shoot for 'Peekay'". ibnlive. Retrieved 22 April 2014.
- ↑ http://www.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/first-look-sushant-singh-rajput-in-and-as-detective-byomkesh-bakshi-126882.html
- ↑ Variety http://variety.com/2013/film/news/sushant-singh-rajput-lands-lead-role-in-shekhar-kapurs-paani-1200613361/. Missing or empty
|title=(help) - ↑ "Sushant proposes to Ankita on 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa'" Retrieved 14 February 2011
- ↑ http://www.indianexpress.com/news/sushant-singh-rajput-ankita-and-i-are-getting-married-in-a-couple-of-months/1196364/
- ↑ "Nominees of The 9th Indian Telly Awards".
- ↑ 26.0 26.1 26.2 26.3 26.4 26.5 26.6 26.7 "Sushant Singh Rajput's Biography". koimoi. Retrieved 28 April 2014.
- ↑ http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/features/type/view/id/1973/Winners+of+FICCI+FRAMES+Excellence+Honours+awards
- ↑ http://entertainment.oneindia.in/bollywood/news/2014/renault-star-guild-awards-2014-winners-list-129864.html
- ↑ http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/celebrities/features/type/view/id/6028
- ↑ http://screenawards.indianexpress.com
- ↑ http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/zee-cine-awards-2014/zee-cine-awards-2014-complete-list-of-nominations_150384.html
- ↑ "Nominations for IIFA Awards 2014". Bollywood Hungama. 20 February 2014. Retrieved 21 February 2014.
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