Rohit Shetty

Film Director, Producer, Host

Indian Mumbai, Maharashtra

Quick Info

ProfessionFilm Director, Producer, Host
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth14/03/1974
Age52 years
BirthplaceMumbai, Maharashtra

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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.

Physical Stats & More

Height178 cm
Weight80 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

St Mary's School, Mumbai
Graduation

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
HobbiesTravelling, Gymming
Tattoo(s)He has a tattoo on his right arm and left arm.
AddressHe resides in an apartment at Hasya Kalakar Mehmood Chowk, Juhu, Mumbai.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsPrachi Desai (rumoured)
Marriage Date2005
WifeMaiya Shetty
ChildrenSon - Ishaan Shetty

Family

FatherM. B. Shetty (stuntman and fight director)
MotherRatna
SiblingsBrother: 2 (Hriday, Uday Shetty), Sister: 4 (Chanda Shetty, Chaya Shetty, Mehek Shetty)

Career

Debut
Film (Director)Zameen (2003)
TV (Host)Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Darr Ka Blockbuster (2014)
Awards
  • 2013: Best film at Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards India for the film 'Chennai Express'
  • 2013: Power Club – Box Office Award at Zee Cine Awards for the film 'Bol Bachchan'
  • 2014: Mr. Box Office India Blockbuster at Star Box Office India Awards for the film 'Singham Returns'
  • 2018: Best Film (Jury's Choice Award) at Zee Cine Awards for the film 'Golmaal Again'
Notable Films
  • Golmaal (2006)
  • Golmaal Returns (2008)
  • Golmaal 3 (2010)
  • Singham (2011)
  • Bol Bachchan (2012)
  • Chennai Express (2013)
  • Singham Returns (2014)
  • Dilwale (2015)
  • Simmba (2018)
  • Sooryavanshi (2021)
  • Singham Again (2024)

Favourites

FoodDaal Chawal
ActorAjay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan
ActressKareena Kapoor
CarRange Rover
Director(s)Raju Hirani, Shankar, Rajamouli, James Cameron, Michael Bay

Style Quotient

Car Collection
  • Lamborghini Urus
  • Ford Mustang GT
  • Maserati GT Sport
  • Range Rover Vogue
  • BMW 7-Series

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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