Biography
Who is Vicky Kaushal?
Early life and education
Vicky Kaushal was born on May 16, 1988, in Mumbai, India. His father, Sham Kaushal, worked as an action director for Indian films, and his mother, Veena Kaushal, is a homemaker. He grew up in a suburban chawl with his younger brother, Sunny Kaushal, who later became an actor as well. The family is of Punjabi Hindu heritage with ancestral roots in Hoshiarpur, Punjab.
Starting his film career
Vicky Kaushal began his professional film path by serving as an assistant director under Anurag Kashyap. He worked on the two-part crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur in 2012. He considers Kashyap a mentor and speaks fondly of their collaboration. Following this, he appeared in minor roles within several of Kashyap's productions, such as Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana in 2012 and Bombay Velvet in 2015. He also acted in a short film titled Geek Out in 2013.
Rise to stardom and major roles
The year 2018 marked a significant turning point in his career. He starred in the spy thriller Raazi alongside Alia Bhatt and played a central role in the biopic Sanju. His portrayal of Kamli in Sanju, a character based on the friends of Sanjay Dutt, won him the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. Both films were among the highest-grossing Hindi films of that year.
Family and personal life
Vicky Kaushal is married to actress Katrina Kaif. The couple has a son together. Aside from his film work, he is involved in brand endorsements and has participated in hosting and performing at various award ceremonies.
Birthday and age
Vicky Kaushal was born on May 16, 1988, which makes Vicky 38 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Vicky shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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