October 20, 2025

Bollywood loves a good story! And Kunal Kapoor’s journey is nothing less than a blockbuster. Before the bright camera lights and famous co-stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, Kunal’s young self was busy selling mangoes. Yes, you heard it right! As a teenager in Mumbai, he began exporting mangoes to Hong Kong. This early business taught him discipline and hard work – the real masala of his life. Kunal was born into a family with creativity and business flair. His father, Kishore Kumar, was a businessman in construction, while his mother, Kanan, was a homemaker and singer. This mix gave him a unique blend of grit and art. Ready to chase his passion, Kunal joined the famous Motley theatre group led by the legendary Naseeruddin Shah. He also learned from acting guru Barry John. In 2004, he made his big-screen debut in Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities. But it was his role as Aslam in the hit movie Rang De Basanti (2006) that truly made people sit up and notice. Acting with stars like Aamir Khan and Madhavan, Kunal gave a powerful and unforgettable performance. Over the years, he acted in many films, including Hattrick, Aaja Nachle, Laaga Chunari Mein Daag, Welcome to Sajjanpur, Lamhaa, and the mega-hit Don 2 alongside Shah Rukh Khan. While he didn’t hit a solo blockbuster in 18 years, Kunal’s passion for meaningful cinema never faded. But wait, Kunal’s magic goes beyond films! In 2012, he co-founded Ketto, a crowdfunding platform that helps social, medical, and environmental causes. Today, Ketto rakes in over Rs 110 crore revenue, boosting Kunal’s net worth to a whopping Rs 166 crore. Not just an actor, he’s a true business champ making a real difference. On the personal front, Kunal is married to Naina Bachchan, niece of Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan. Being part of this iconic family blends his film and personal worlds beautifully. Now, Kunal is all set to charm audiences again with his upcoming Telugu movie Vishwambhara. From selling mangoes in Mumbai to sharing screen space with superstars and running a multi-crore company, Kunal Kapoor’s story is a spicy mix of dreams, guts, and grit!

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