Sidharth Malhotra
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| Sidharth Malhotra in 2025 | |
| Born | 16 January 1985 (age 40) Delhi, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi |
| Alma mater | Don Bosco School, Delhi |
| Occupation | Actor, Model |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Known for | Student of the Year, Ek Villain, Shershaah |
| Notable works | Student of the Year (2012), Ek Villain (2014), Kapoor & Sons (2016), Ittefaq (2017), Marjaavaan (2019), Shershaah (2021), Mission Majnu (2023), Yodha (2024) |
| Awards | National Film Award, Filmfare Award, IIFA Award |
| Spouse(s) | Kiara Advani (m. 2023) |
| Parents | Sunil Malhotra (father),
Rimma Malhotra (mother) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | See below |
Sidharth Malhotra (born 16 January 1985) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi cinema. He began his career as a model before assisting filmmaker Karan Johar in My Name is Khan (2010). He made his acting debut with Johar’s Student of the Year (2012), alongside Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt, which earned him a Filmfare nomination for Best Male Debut.
Over the years, Malhotra has played diverse roles ranging from action to romance and biopics, with Ek Villain (2014), Kapoor & Sons (2016), Marjaavaan (2019), and Shershaah (2021) marking milestones in his career. His portrayal of Captain Vikram Batra in Shershaah won him widespread acclaim, the National Film Award (Special Jury), and cemented his status as a leading actor of his generation.
Early Life & Education
Sidharth Malhotra was born on 16 January 1985 in a Punjabi Hindu family in Delhi. His father, Sunil Malhotra, was a former captain in the Merchant Navy, and his mother, Rimma Malhotra, is a homemaker. He has an elder brother, Harshad Malhotra, who is a banker.
He attended Don Bosco School, Delhi, and later studied at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi. Malhotra began modeling at the age of 18 but grew dissatisfied after four years and decided to pursue acting.
Career
Early Career (2004–2012)
Before becoming an actor, Malhotra worked as a model and appeared in print campaigns and fashion shows. He quit after four years due to lack of satisfaction and auditioned for roles in films. In 2010, he worked as an assistant director to Karan Johar on My Name is Khan.
Breakthrough and Establishment (2012–2016)
Sidharth made his acting debut in Student of the Year (2012), a coming-of-age drama directed by Karan Johar. His performance was appreciated, and he received a Filmfare nomination for Best Male Debut.
He followed this with Hasee Toh Phasee (2014), a romantic comedy opposite Parineeti Chopra, which was a moderate success. His major breakthrough came with Ek Villain (2014), an action-romance co-starring Shraddha Kapoor, which became one of the year’s biggest hits.
In 2016, Malhotra starred in Kapoor & Sons, a family drama also featuring Alia Bhatt and Fawad Khan, which was a commercial and critical success.
| Year | Film(s) | Outcome / Significance |
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| 2012 | Student of the Year | Debut; Filmfare Best Male Debut nomination |
| 2014 | Hasee Toh Phasee | Critical appreciation; moderate success |
| 2014 | Ek Villain | Major breakthrough; box office blockbuster |
| 2015 | Brothers | High expectations; underperformed |
| 2016 | Kapoor & Sons | Acclaimed; commercial hit |
Mixed Phase and Struggles (2017–2019)
Malhotra experimented with thrillers like Ittefaq (2017) and A Gentleman (2017), both receiving mixed reviews. Aiyaary (2018) failed at the box office, but Marjaavaan (2019), a masala action-romance, performed well commercially despite critical reviews.
Resurgence with Shershaah (2021)
In 2021, Malhotra starred in Shershaah, based on the life of Captain Vikram Batra, PVC. His performance received widespread acclaim and won him the National Film Award (Special Jury) and multiple Best Actor honors at award shows. The film was one of the most streamed Indian films on OTT.
2022–2024: OTT and Action Films
Malhotra continued with patriotic and action-driven roles. In Mission Majnu (2023), he played a RAW agent in a spy thriller, receiving praise. He then headlined Yodha (2024), an aerial action film, which had a strong box office run and reinforced his action-hero image.
| Year | Film(s) | Outcome / Significance |
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| 2017 | A Gentleman, Ittefaq | Mixed reviews; Ittefaq gained cult status later |
| 2018 | Aiyaary | Critical & commercial failure |
| 2019 | Jabariya Jodi, Marjaavaan | Marjaavaan commercial success |
| 2021 | Shershaah | Landmark film; National Film Award; career-defining role |
| 2023 | Mission Majnu | Praised for performance; OTT hit |
| 2024 | Yodha | Box office hit; reinforced action image |
2025–present
Malhotra is working on multiple projects, including a romantic drama and a biopic. His career is considered to be on an upward trajectory after Shershaah and Yodha.
Notable Works
- Student of the Year (2012) – Debut role
- Ek Villain (2014) – Breakthrough action-romance
- Kapoor & Sons (2016) – Family drama hit
- Ittefaq (2017) – Neo-noir crime thriller
- Marjaavaan (2019) – Commercial entertainer
- Shershaah (2021) – National award-winning biopic
- Mission Majnu (2023) – Spy thriller
- Yodha (2024) – Action blockbuster
Personal Life
Sidharth Malhotra married actress Kiara Advani in February 2023 in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Their wedding received widespread media coverage, and the couple is considered among Bollywood’s most popular star pairs.
Achievements and Recognition
- National Film Award – Special Jury (Shershaah)
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor (Critics) – Shershaah
- IIFA and Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor
- Listed in Forbes India Celebrity 100 multiple times