Arjun Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor (born 26 June 1985)^[1] is an Indian actor who appears in Hindi films. After taking on the role of assistant producer and assistant director in a few films,^[2] Kapoor made his acting debut in Habib Faisal's romance drama Ishaqzaade.^[3][4]

Kapoor was born in Chembur, Mumbai to Indian film producer, Boney Kapoor and Mona Shourie Kapoor. He is the grandson of filmmaker Surinder Kapoor, He is the nephew of actors Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Kapoor and producer Sandeep Marwah, and the first-cousin of actress Sonam Kapoor and producer Rhea Kapoor. He is also the step-son of actressSridevi. He has a sister, Anshula Kapoor, and also two younger half sisters, Jhanvi and Khushi Kapoor. Prior to acting, Kapoor aspired to become a director.

Kapoor was originally supposed to debut withY-Films’ Virus Diwan in 2011. However, he was launched by Yash Raj Films in Ishaqzaadeinstead.^[6] the film became a commercial and critical success,^[3][4] after grossing approximately 42.52 crores in three weeks and eventually being declared by Box Office India to be a "super hit".^[7] Kapoor's performance in the film attracted critical appreciation, with Taran Adarsh from Bollywood Hungama stating that "Arjun Kapoor makes a fantastic debut. He has a peerless body language and a 'I-don't-give-a-damn' kind of an approach in the movie. The youngster, with his untidy look and impish smile, has already won female reverence prior to the release of the film and after having watched him emote, you can confidently say that he's blessed to depict this rebellious character in his launch vehicle itself. He comes across as fiery and rustic and at the same time self-assured and assertive in this reckless and intrepid character."^[8] Komal Nahta wrote "Arjun Kapoor makes a fine debut as Parma. He emotes well, acts with a swagger and dances delightfully. He has a very good screen presence as well. Arjun and Parineeti’s on-screen chemistry and excellent performances are the highlights of the film."^[9] Anupama Chopra wrote of the chemistry of the lead actors, saying "Kapoor and Chopra are terrific as the explosive twosome."^[10]

As of January 2013, Kapoor is filming for Aurangzeb,; as well as Gunday.^[11] He will also feature in 2 States.^[12] He has been named as starring in the Hindi remake of Okkadu.^[13][14][15] and the film Finding Fanny Fernandes ^[16]