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Ram Kapoor ([raːm kəpuːr]; born 1 September 1973) is an Indian actor who works in films and television serials. He gained popularity portraying Jai Walia in the television series Kasamh Se and the character of Ram Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. He played triple role Mamaji Kunwar Amar Nath Singh (KANS), Johnny and Balbir in the Bollywood film Humshakals and hosted the reality show Rakhi Ka Swayamwar,[1] based loosely on The Bachelorette.
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 Kapoor in 2017 | |
| Born | Ram Anil Kapoor 1 September 1973 (age 49) Jalandhar, Punjab, India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1997–present |
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He won 3 ITA Awards and 3 Indian Telly Awards for best actor.
Early life and education
He spent his formative years at the Sherwood College, in Nainital, Uttarakhand. At Sherwood College, Kapoor was introduced to acting, when as a challenge and an order from his head captain he auditioned for the annual school theatrical production of Charley's Aunt and performed the lead role. Under the direction and tutelage of Amir Raza Hussein, Kapoor found his career path and realised his love for acting.
After completing his 10th board exams, Kapoor studied at the Kodaikanal International School. After his graduation, Kapoor decided to join the entertainment industry and left for Los Angeles in the United States with the intention of joining UCLA to study filmmaking but joined a Stanislavski-based acting academy in Los Angeles.
Career
Kapoor made his onscreen debut with the television serial Nyaay (1997). He took up three more shows Heena (1998), Sangharsh (1999) and Kavita (2000).
In 2000, Kapoor acted in popular family drama Ghar Ek Mandir. Kapoor worked with Amir Raza Hussein once again in the play The Fifty Days of War – Kargil which ran for 10 days in New Delhi as a tribute to the heroes of the Kargil War. Ram played five characters.[2]
In 2001, Kapoor acted in Rishtey, in the serial Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai and made a cameo appearance in Mira Nair's acclaimed film Monsoon Wedding.
He went on to appear in films like Dhadkan (2003) and Awaz - Dil Se Dil Tak, followed by Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi and Bali (2004), a telefilm in which he played Prithvi Singh.
In 2005, Kapoor's was seen in films like Devaki,[3] Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow and Missed Call.
In 2006, he starred in the show Kasamh Se in the role of Jai Udai Walia.
Kapoor was then seen in the soap opera Basera and participated in two reality shows: Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa as a participant and Rakhi Ka Swayamwar as the host.
Kapoor appeared in minor roles in two films in 2010. The first was the commercially successful Karthik Calling Karthik, with Kapoor playing the role of Kamath Sir. The second, Udaan, was a critically acclaimed and award-winning film directed by Vikrmaditya Motwane and was produced by Anurag Kashyap.
In 2011, he starred on the TV show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and played the male protagonist Ram Amarnath Kapoor. The show was an instant success and Kapoor's performance was lauded.
He appeared in Bollywood movies Agent Vinod (2012), Student Of The Year (2012) and Humshakals (2014).
Personal life
Kapoor is married to his Ghar Ek Mandir costar and actress Gautami Kapoor (née Gadgil). They met on the sets of the show and dated for a while before marrying on Valentines Day in 2003. They have two children.[4]
Filmography
Television
Fiction shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Heena | Dr. Amir | |
| 1999 | Sangharsh | Pitambar Tahilyani | |
| Nyaay | Gaurav Makija | ||
| 2000 | Kavita | Rishi Grover | |
| 2000-2002 | Ghar Ek Mandir | Advocate Rahul, | |
| 2001 | Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai | Rajeshwar Agnihotri | |
| Rishtey | Sujoy Chaudary | Episode 101 | |
| 2002 | Kehta Hai Dil | Jai Singh | |
| 2003 | Awaz - Dil Se Dil Tak | ACP Vishal Kapoor / DCP Vishal Kapoor | |
| Dhadkan | Dr. Rajeev Agarwal | ||
| 2004 | Bali | Prithvi Singh | |
| Manshaa | Vinay Kishore Khanna | Episodes 1-44 | |
| 2005 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Shadab | |
| 2006-2009 | Kasamh Se | Jai Udai Walia / Udai Walia | |
| 2007-2008 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Jas Thakral | |
| 2009 | Basera | Keshubhai Sanghvi | |
| 2011-2014 | Bade Achhe Lagte Hain | Ram Amarnath Kapoor | |
| 2012 | Kya Huaa Tera Vaada | Guest appearance | |
| 2013 | Sanskaar – Dharohar Apnon Ki | Parmeshwar Patel Kapoor / Paddy | |
| 2015 | Dil Ki Baatein Dil Hi Jaane | Ram Ahuja; | |
| 2016 | Tamanna | Avinash Arora | |
| 2017–present | Karrle Tu Bhi Mohabbat | Karan"KK" Khanna | |
| 2017 | Tyohaar Ki Thaali | Ram Kapoor | Episode 9 |
| 2020 | Abhay 2 | Kidnapper | |
| A Suitable Boy | Mahesh Kapoor (State Minister of Revenue); Maan's father | ||
| 2022 | Human | Pratap Munjal | Web series |
| Masaba Masaba | Shekhar Mirza | Web series[5] |
Reality shows
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Kamzor Kadi Kaun | Guest contestant |
| Chalti Ka Naam Antakshari | ||
| 2003 | Khullja Sim Sim | |
| 2006 | Jodee Kamaal Ki | |
| Kam Ya Zyaada | Contestant | |
| 2007 | Koffee with Karan | |
| 2009 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa | Contestant |
| Rakhi Ka Swayamwar | Host[6] | |
| 2010 | Swayamwar 2 – Rahul Dhulaniya Lejaayenge | Host |
| 2012 | Kaun Banega Crorepati 6 | |
| 2013 | Kaun Banega Crorepati 7 | |
| Welcome- Bazzi mehman nawazi ki | Host | |
| 2014 | Comedy Nights with Kapil | |
| Dance India Dance Li'l Masters | ||
| Mission Sapne | ||
| 2018 | Zindagi Ki Crossroads | Host |
| Comedy High School | Various |
Films
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Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Monsoon Wedding | Shelly | |
| 2003 | Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi | Arun Mehta | |
| 2005 | Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow | Rohan Sehgal | |
| Missed Call | Vinay Murthi | ||
| Behind the Mirror | Grandfather | ||
| Devaki | Rahul | ||
| 2008 | Golmaal Returns | Jai Udai Walia / Udai Walia | Cameo appearance |
| 2010 | Karthik Calling Karthik | Kamath Sir | |
| Udaan | Jimmy Singh | ||
| 2011 | Love U...Mr. Kalakaar! | Deshraj Diwan | |
| 2012 | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu | Mr. D.K. Bulani | |
| Agent Vinod | Abu Sayed Nazer | ||
| Student Of The Year | Ashok Nanda | ||
| 2013 | Mai | Subhash Joshi | |
| Mere Dad Ki Maruti | Tej Khullar | ||
| 2014 | Shaadi Ke Side Effects | Ranveer Malhotra | |
| Humshakals | Mamaji Kunwar "KANS" Amar Nath Singh, Jhonny and Balbir | Triple role | |
| Lakshmi | Avinash | ||
| Words with Gods | Om | Segment" "God Room" | |
| 2015 | Kuch Kuch Locha Hai[7] | Praveen "PP" Patel | |
| 2016 | Baar Baar Dekho | Vinod Kapoor | |
| Rough Book | Harshvardhan Kapur | ||
| Santa Banta Pvt Ltd | Sonu Sultan | ||
| 2017 | Qaidi Band | Naveen Vachani | |
| 2018 | Loveyatri | Rasik Desai | |
| 2020 | Thappad | Advocate Pramod Gujral | |
| Bahut Hua Samman | Lovely Singh | ||
| 2021 | The Big Bull | Ashok Mirchandani, Hemant's lawyer (based on Ram Jethmalani) | |
| 2022 | Neeyat |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | For the show |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[8] | Kasamh Se |
| Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor (Popular)[9][failed verification] | ||
| 2007 | |||
| 2011 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[10] | Bade Acche Lagte Hain |
| 2012 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor(Jury)[11] | |
| Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor (Popular) | ||
| 5th Boroplus Gold Awards | Best Actor in a Lead Role |
See also
- List of Indian television actors
- List of Indian film actors
- List of accolades received by Bade Achhe Lagte Hain
References
- "Ram Kapoor to host 'Rakhi Ka Swayamvar'". deccanherald.com. 29 May 2009. Archived from the original on 23 December 2017. Retrieved 23 December 2017.
- "Kargil's theatre of war". BBC News. Archived from the original on 15 September 2018. Retrieved 12 November 2009.
- Hungama, Bollywood. "Hindi Movie List – Latest Bollywood Movies – New Hindi Movies – Bollywood Hungama". Archived from the original on 15 May 2009. Retrieved 12 November 2009.
- "Happy Birthday Ram Kapoor: 10 interesting, unknown facts about the Bade Achhe Lagte Hain actor". indianexpress.com. 1 September 2017. Archived from the original on 23 December 2017. Retrieved 23 December 2017.
- "Masaba Masaba S2 Review: Masaba Gupta and Neena Gupta's Series Amps Up the Glamour, Drama, Chaos". News18. 29 July 2022. Retrieved 29 July 2022.
- "Hosted Rakhi Ka Swayamwar". Archived from the original on 18 April 2009.
- "Sunny Leone-Ram Kapoor display their comic side in Kuch Kuch Locha Hai – Times of India ►". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 2 December 2014. Retrieved 1 December 2014.
- "Best Actor Critics choice". Archived from the original on 2 October 2017. Retrieved 12 November 2009.
- Indian Telly Awards (Website). "Best Actor, Indian Telly Awards". Archived from the original on 30 March 2019. Retrieved 31 July 2012.
- "Ram Kapoor & Sakshi Tanwar wins top honours at the 11th Television Academy Awards". Archived from the original on 26 May 2012.
- "Ram Kapoor wins Best Actor at 12th Academy Awards". Archived from the original on 21 October 2013.
External links
- Ram Kapoor at IMDb
- Ram Kapoor at Bollywood Hungama
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