Quick Info
| Profession | Film Director, Producer, Host |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 14/03/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Rohit Shetty
28/06/2026
Rohit Shetty reportedly received a fresh death threat in an audio clip demanding Rs 20 crore in extortion, which police suspect may be linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The Mumbai Crime Branch registered a case and sent the recording for forensic examination, and Shetty was preparing to return as host of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15.
14/03/2026
Rohit Shetty announced his next film, Golmaal 5, on his 52nd birthday. He began shooting the fifth installment on the same day with the original cast, including Ajay Devgn, and Akshay Kumar.
06/03/2026
The Mumbai Crime Branch arrested the 13th accused, Praveen Lonkar, in the firing case at Rohit Shetty's house. Police said he is the brother of absconding accused Shubham Lonkar, and the arrest was expected to help reach other people involved.
01/02/2026
Shots were fired outside Rohit Shetty's Juhu residence in Mumbai in the early hours of 01/02/2026, and gangster Shubham Lonkar's group claimed responsibility. Police increased security around the residential tower and launched an investigation into the attack.
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Bio/Wiki
| Rohit Shetty is an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter, stuntman, producer and television personality who works in Hindi cinema. | |
| His movies often mix the genres of action comedy and masala films. | |
| His breakthrough came with the first installment of the comedy film franchise Golmaal (2006), starring Ajay Devgn and Arshad Warsi, which became a sleeper hit. | |
| He started his film career as an assistant director at age 17 on the film 'Phool Aur Kaante'. | |
| He became an independent director in 2003 with the film Zameen. | |
| He created the Cop Universe, a cinematic universe featuring interconnected police-themed action films including Singham, Singham Returns, Simmba, and Sooryavanshi. | |
| In 2026 he announced Golmaal 5 on his 52nd birthday, with shooting beginning on 14/03/2026 with the original cast and Akshay Kumar. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| St Mary's School, Mumbai | |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Hobbies | Travelling, Gymming |
| Tattoo(s) | He has a tattoo on his right arm and left arm. |
| Address | He resides in an apartment at Hasya Kalakar Mehmood Chowk, Juhu, Mumbai. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Prachi Desai (rumoured) |
| Marriage Date | 2005 |
| Wife | Maiya Shetty |
| Children | Son - Ishaan Shetty |
Family
| Father | M. B. Shetty (stuntman and fight director) |
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| Mother | Ratna |
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Career
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Favourites
| Food | Daal Chawal |
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| Actor | Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan |
| Actress | Kareena Kapoor |
| Car | Range Rover |
| Director(s) | Raju Hirani, Shankar, Rajamouli, James Cameron, Michael Bay |
Style Quotient
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rohit Shetty directed the Bollywood film series 'Golmaal' in 2006. | |
| 2. He started his film career at a young age. | |
| 3. At the age of seventeen, he was an assistant director in 'Phool Aur Kaante.' | |
| 4. In his early career days, he collaborated with Ajay Devgn on several films. | |
| 5. He became an independent director with 'Zameen' in 2003. | |
| 6. 'Rohit Shetty's 'Golmaal 3' achieved domestic success in 2010. | |
| 7. He established the Cop Universe and directed 'Singham' in 2011. | |
| 8. His filmography includes 'Bol Bachchan,' 'Chennai Express,' 'Dilwale,' 'Simmba,' and 'Sooryavanshi.' | |
| 9. He served as a judge on shows like Comedy Circus and India's Next Superstars. | |
| 10. He appeared as a guest on various TV programs. | |
| 11. Shetty has hosted Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi on multiple occasions. | |
| 12. He shares a long-standing friendship with Ajay Devgn. | |
| 13. In 2022, he became the brand ambassador for LawmanPg3. | |
| 14. Anand Mahindra launched a new SUV model, ScorpioN, jokingly challenging Rohit Shetty. | |
| 15. He announced a break from police-themed films in 2020. | |
| 16. During an interview, he shared failing a class in sixth grade. | |
| 17. In the 90s, he made Rs. 35 and managed his expenses from it. | |
| 18. He debuted in the web series 'Indian Police Force' in 2022. | |
| 19. He plans to make a biopic on Mumbai's cop Rakesh Maria. | |
| 20. Rohit Shetty aimed to keep his films family-friendly. | |
| 21. He highlighted Mumbai Police's Nirbhaya Squad in a 2022 social media video. | |
| 22. Chennai Express became the highest-earning Bollywood film in India at the time of its release and broke many box office records. |
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