Shashi Kapoor’s Son, Kunal Kapoor Biography: Wife, Cousins, Net Worth, Movies, Age, Parents, Siblings, Children, Wiki

Kunal Shashi Kapoor is an Indian actor, and the son of renowned actors Shashi Kapoor and Jennifer Kendal. His initial recognition came from his role in the 1972 English-language film Siddhartha, where he portrayed the titular character’s son.

This early exposure paved the way for his subsequent performances in Hindi cinema, notably in Shyam Benegal‘s Junoon (1978) and the mainstream Bollywood film Ahista Ahista (1981), where he starred opposite Padmini Kolhapure.

Profile

• Full name: Kunal Shashi Kapoor
• Date of birth: June 26, 1959
• Age: 65 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Bombay, Bombay State, India
• State of origin: Maharashtra
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Actor, filmmaker, advertisement maker
• Height: 6’2″ (188 cm)
• Parents: Father: Shashi Kapoor, Mother: Jennifer Kendal
• Siblings: Brother: Karan Kapoor, Sister: Sanjana Kapoor
• Spouse: Sheena Sippy (divorced)
• Children: Son: Zahan Prithviraj Kapoor, Daughter: Shaira Kapoor
• Relationship status: Divorced
• Religion: Hinduism
• Ethnicity: N/A
• Net worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Kunal Shashi Kapoor, now 66 years old, was born on June 26, 1959, in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. He is the eldest son of legendary actors Shashi Kapoor and Jennifer Kendal.

He has a younger brother, Karan Kapoor, who later pursued a career in photography, and a sister, Sanjana Kapoor, known for her contributions to theater and for managing Mumbai’s iconic Prithvi Theatre.

Raised in Mumbai, Kunal attended the Bombay International School, where he completed his schooling up to the 12th standard. Following his schooling, he traveled to England to join a drama school, aiming to groom himself as an actor.

Personal Life

Kunal Kapoor‘s personal life has seen significant events over the years. He was married to Sheena Sippy, daughter of renowned filmmaker Ramesh Sippy.

The couple had two children: a son named Zahan Prithviraj Kapoor and a daughter named Shaira Kapoor. Zahan has shown interest in the film industry, while Shaira has pursued a career in production design.

Career

Kunal Kapoor‘s career in the film industry began at a young age with his debut in the English-language film Siddhartha (1972), where he played the son of the titular character. This early role introduced him to the cinematic world and set the stage for his future endeavors.

In 1978, Kunal appeared in Shyam Benegal‘s Junoon, a film that delved into the complexities of the Indian Rebellion of 1857. His portrayal in this historical drama was well-received and showcased his ability to handle intense roles.

Following this, he took on the lead role in Ahista Ahista (1981), starring opposite Padmini Kolhapure. The film explored the nuances of relationships and further established Kunal as a promising actor in the industry.

Continuing his journey in cinema, Kunal starred in Vijeta (1982), portraying the character Angad, a young man navigating personal and professional challenges.

He then took on roles in art films such as Utsav (1984), where he played Aryak, and Trikal (1985), depicting Kapitan Ribeiro/Governor. These films allowed him to explore diverse characters and work with acclaimed directors.

In 1987, Kunal decided to step away from acting to focus on the technical aspects of filmmaking. He established his own company, Adfilm-Valas, dedicated to producing and directing television commercials.

Under his leadership, Adfilm-Valas also line-produced for several international feature films and advertisements shot in India, including notable projects like the credit sequence of City of Joy and the French films Le Cactus (2005) and Fire in Paradise.

After a hiatus of nearly three decades, Kunal returned to the silver screen in 2015 with a role in Singh is Bling, portraying the father of Amy Jackson‘s character.

This comeback was followed by his appearance in the historical drama Panipat (2019), where he played Shuja-ud-Daula, adding another significant role to his filmography.

Net Worth

Kunal Kapoor‘s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. His earnings have primarily stemmed from his work as an actor in films and his ventures into film production and directing television commercials through his company, Adfilm-Valas.

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Filmography

• Siddhartha (1972)
• Junoon (1978)
• Ahista Ahista (1981)
• Vijeta (1982)
• Utsav (1984)
• Trikal (1985)
• Singh is Bling (2015)
• Panipat (2019)