Sidharth Malhotra

Sidharth Malhotra
Born	16 January 1985 Delhi, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Actor, Model
Years active	2006–present
Height	6 ft 1 in (approx.)
Parents	Sunil Malhotra (father) Rimma Malhotra (mother)
Spouse	Kiara Advani (m. 2023)

Sidharth Malhotra (born 16 January 1985) is an Indian actor and former model who works primarily in Hindi cinema. He made his Bollywood debut with Student of the Year (2012) and gained recognition for films such as Ek Villain, Kapoor & Sons, Shershaah, and Mission Majnu.

Early Life and Education

Sidharth Malhotra was born in Delhi, India. His father, Sunil Malhotra, served as a captain in the Merchant Navy, and his mother, Rimma Malhotra, is a homemaker. He has an elder brother, Harshad Malhotra, who works as a banker.

He completed his schooling at Don Bosco School and Navy Children School in Delhi. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi.

Career

Modeling and Early Work

Sidharth began his career as a model at the age of 18. After working in modeling assignments for a few years, he shifted his focus to acting. He later worked as an assistant director to filmmaker Karan Johar on the film My Name Is Khan (2010).

Acting Debut

He made his acting debut with Student of the Year (2012), directed by Karan Johar, alongside Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt. The film was commercially successful and established him as a promising newcomer.

Notable Films

After his debut, Sidharth appeared in a range of films showcasing different genres:

• Ek Villain (2014)
• Hasee Toh Phasee (2014)
• Kapoor & Sons (2016)
• Ittefaq (2017)
• Marjaavaan (2019)
• Shershaah (2021)
• Mission Majnu (2023)
• Yodha (2024)

His portrayal of Captain Vikram Batra in Shershaah received widespread appreciation and is considered one of the highlights of his career.

He continues to work on new projects, collaborating with leading filmmakers in the Hindi film industry.

Physical Appearance

• Height: 6 feet 1 inch
• Weight: Approx. 80 kg
• Eye colour: Brown
• Hair colour: Black

Personal Life

Sidharth Malhotra married actress Kiara Advani in 2023. Prior to his marriage, he was linked with actress Alia Bhatt.

He resides in Mumbai and maintains a relatively private personal life.

Awards and Recognition

He received awards and nominations for his debut performance in Student of the Year and later performances in romantic and action films. His work in Shershaah earned him significant critical acclaim.

Net Worth

Sidharth Malhotra’s estimated net worth is reported to be between $10–15 million (approximately ₹125 crore). His income sources include:

• Film acting fees
• Brand endorsements
• Public appearances
• Modeling assignments

Hobbies and Interests

• Gymming
• Traveling
• Photography
• Drawing cartoons

Legacy

Sidharth Malhotra’s journey from modeling in Delhi to becoming a recognized Bollywood actor reflects persistence and growth. With a mix of commercial entertainers and performance-driven roles, he continues to build his presence in the Hindi film industry.