Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Photographer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 18/01/1962 |
| Age | 64 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Latest News about Karan Kapoor
01/01/2026
Karan Kapoor, the son of legendary actor Shashi Kapoor, continues to be celebrated for his dual career as an actor and photographer. Recent retrospectives in 2025 highlighted his 2016 return to India with the 'Time & Tide' photography exhibition, which showcased his work across major cities including Mumbai, Delhi, and Jaipur, marking his enduring influence in the arts after 25 years in the UK.
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Bio/Wiki
| Karan Shashi Kapoor is an Indian actor, photographer, and former model. | |
| He is the son of legendary Bollywood actor Shashi Kapoor and acclaimed British theatre actress Jennifer Kendal. | |
| He is based in London, where he runs his photography business. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Hazel Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bombay International School, Mumbai |
Personal Life
| School | Bombay International School, Mumbai | ||||
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| College | Not Known | ||||
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Separated |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Lorna Kapoor |
| Spouse | Lorna Kapoor |
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Family
| Father | Shashi Kapoor |
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| Mother | Jennifer Kendal |
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Career
| Early career as a popular model for Bombay Dyeing advertisement campaign. | |
| Debut in Shyam Benegal's critically acclaimed film Junoon (1978), featuring his parents and siblings. | |
| Minor role in 36 Chowringhee Lane (1981), produced by his father. | |
| Appeared in British TV series The Jewel in the Crown (1984). | |
| Mainstream Bollywood debut in Sultanat (1986) alongside Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, and Juhi Chawla. | |
| Acted in Loha (1987) and Afsar (1988). | |
| Short presenting stint for BBC's Asian magazine Network East (1994). | |
| Moved to UK in 1988 to pursue photography; worked as photographer for films like The Bostonians and Utsav. | |
| Runs a photography company in the UK. | |
| Won International Photography Award in 2009 for photograph 'Old Couple' in People/Lifestyle category. | |
| Left Bollywood in 1988 and moved to UK to pursue photography. | |
| Worked as photographer for films including The Bostonians and Utsav. | |
| Returned to India in 2016 after 25 years with photography exhibition series 'Time & Tide', showcased in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Jaipur. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Karan Kapoor is the son of the well-known late actor Shashi Kapoor. | |
| 2. He embarked on his acting journey in 1978 through his role in the Bollywood movie 'Junoon.' | |
| 3. Karan also showcased his acting talent in British television series such as 'The Jewel in the Crown' (1984). | |
| 4. Prior to acting, he engaged in modeling for renowned Indian brands like 'Bombay Dyeing.' | |
| 5. Facing a shortage of acting opportunities, Karan explored photography and achieved success by winning the International Photography Award in 2009. | |
| 6. After being away for 25 years, he made a comeback to India in 2016, unveiling his photography exhibition series titled 'time & tide.' | |
| 7. Karan showcased his acting talent in British television series such as 'The Jewel in the Crown' (1984), 'South of the Border' (1990), and 'The Tooting Lions' (1993). | |
| 8. He was a popular model for renowned Indian brands like 'Bombay Dyeing,' earning the nickname 'Bombay Dyeing man.' | |
| 9. Facing a shortage of acting opportunities, Karan explored photography and achieved international recognition by winning the International Photography Award in 2009. | |
| 10. His elder brother Kunal Kapoor is a leading ad filmmaker in India, and his younger sister Sanjana Kapoor runs the Prithvi Theatre in Mumbai. |