Shahid Kapoor Quick Facts
| Full Name | Shahid Kapoor |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | 25 February 1981 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 45 |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Mithibai College, Mumbai; trained in dance at Shiamak Davar’s institute |
| Years Active | 2003 to present |
| Debut | Ishq Vishk (2003) |
| Breakthrough | Ishq Vishk (2003), followed by Vivah (2006) |
| Spouse | Mira Rajput (married 2015) |
| Known For | Ishq Vishk, Jab We Met, Haider, Padmaavat, Kabir Singh |
Shahid Kapoor Career in Numbers
| Milestone | Details |
|---|---|
| Acting debut | Ishq Vishk (2003), Filmfare Best Male Debut |
| Best Actor, Filmfare | Haider (2014) |
| Best Actor, Filmfare Critics | Udta Punjab (2016), shared with Manoj Bajpayee |
| Films listed | 35, from 2003 to 2026 |
Early Life and Family
Shahid Kapoor was born on 25 February 1981 in New Delhi. He was educated at Gyan Bharati School in Delhi and Rajhans Vidyalaya in Mumbai, and later studied at Mithibai College in Mumbai. He trained in dance at Shiamak Davar’s institute from the age of 15. He is married to Mira Rajput, whom he wed in 2015.
Breakthrough
Ishq Vishk was a sleeper hit and established him as a rising actor. Vivah (2006) was his highest-grossing film at that point, according to the source reviewed.
Shahid Kapoor Career Journey
Early Films (2003 to 2010)
He appeared in Fida, Vivah, Jab We Met, Kaminey and Dil Bole Hadippa!, and in comedies and dramas such as Chup Chup Ke and Paathshaala.
Acclaimed Roles (2011 to 2019)
He starred in Mausam, Haider, Udta Punjab, Rangoon and Padmaavat, and in 2019 he played the title role in Kabir Singh.
Recent Work (2020 to 2026)
He appeared in Jersey, the web series Farzi (2023), Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Deva, O’Romeo and Cocktail 2.
Shahid Kapoor Movies: Complete Filmography
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Ishq Vishk (Debut) | Rajiv Mathur |
| 2004 | Fida | Love-struck student |
| 2004 | Dil Maange More | Not stated |
| 2005 | Deewane Huye Paagal | Not stated |
| 2005 | Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! | Not stated |
| 2005 | Shikhar | Village boy |
| 2006 | 36 China Town | One of seven suspects |
| 2006 | Chup Chup Ke | Depressed man pretending to be deaf and mute |
| 2006 | Vivah | Not stated |
| 2007 | Fool and Final | Not stated |
| 2007 | Jab We Met | Troubled businessman |
| 2008 | Kismat Konnection | Not stated |
| 2009 | Kaminey | Twin brothers |
| 2009 | Dil Bole Hadippa! | Cricketer |
| 2010 | Chance Pe Dance | Struggling actor |
| 2010 | Paathshaala | Supporting role |
| 2010 | Badmaash Company | Not stated |
| 2010 | Milenge Milenge | Not stated |
| 2011 | Mausam | Air force pilot |
| 2012 | Teri Meri Kahaani | Reincarnated lover |
| 2013 | Phata Poster Nikhla Hero | Vishwas Rao |
| 2013 | R… Rajkumar | Not stated |
| 2014 | Haider | Haider |
| 2015 | Shaandaar | Not stated |
| 2016 | Udta Punjab | Drug-abusing rock star |
| 2017 | Rangoon | Taciturn soldier |
| 2018 | Padmaavat | Rawal Ratan Singh |
| 2018 | Batti Gul Meter Chalu | Not stated |
| 2019 | Kabir Singh | Kabir Singh |
| 2022 | Jersey | Former cricketer |
| 2023 | Bloody Daddy | Not stated |
| 2024 | Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya | Not stated |
| 2025 | Deva | Dev Ambre |
| 2026 | O’Romeo | Ustara |
| 2026 | Cocktail 2 | Not stated |
Shahid Kapoor Web Series
| Year | Title | Role | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Farzi | Sunny | Amazon Prime Video |
Shahid Kapoor Awards and Honours
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2003 | Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut, Ishq Vishk |
| 2014 | Filmfare Award for Best Actor, Haider |
| 2016 | Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor, Udta Punjab (shared with Manoj Bajpayee) |
Shahid Kapoor Net Worth and Brand Value
The figures below are not official. No net worth figure was found in a reliable source. Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list reported his annual income for 2015, which is not a net worth figure.
| Estimated Net Worth | Not publicly estimated |
| Brand Value | Not publicly estimated |
| Key Brand Endorsements | Not verified for this profile |
| Main Income Sources | Film fees, streaming work and brand endorsements |
Frequently Asked Questions About Shahid Kapoor
How old is Shahid Kapoor?
Kapoor was born on 25 February 1981, so he is 45 as of October 2026.
What was Shahid Kapoor’s debut film?
His debut was Ishq Vishk (2003).
What is Shahid Kapoor’s net worth?
No reliable published estimate was found, so no figure is given here.
