Born name

Kapil Sharma

nickname

Kapil

Sun sign

Aries

Place of birth

Amritsar, Punjab, India

Residence

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

nationality

training

Kapil Sharma went to DAV Public School in Amritsar. After completing his schooling, he was enrolled at the Hindu College in his hometown. He completed his postgraduate studies at Apeejay College of Fine Arts , Jalandhar.

occupation

Comedian, actor, presenter, singer, film and television producer

family

• Father – Jeetendra Kumar Punj (Police Chief in Punjab)
• Mother – Janak Rani (Housewife)
• Siblings – Ashok Kumar Sharma (Brother) (Punjab Police Constable), Pooja Pawan Devgan (Sister)

Manager

unknown

To build

Average

Height

177 cm or 5 feet 9 inches

weight

78 kg or 172 lbs

girlfriend/spouse

Kapil Sharma dated –

• Ginni Chatrath – Reports of Kapil Sharma from GinniChatrath have been ubiquitous ever since he reached a peak in popularity. He publicized their relationship through his official social media accounts in March 2017. However, his critics claimed it was his cynical attempt to divert attention from his spitting with Sunil Grover. The reports, which emerged in the summer of 2017, stated that they had become engaged and planned to be married by the end of the year. However, in September 2017, it was claimed their relationship was nearing the end. But reports were shot down by his reps, and towards the end of 2017 it was reported that they were dating a great deal. Ginni and Kapil got married in Jalandhar on December 12, 2018.

race/ethnicity

Asian (Indian)

He is of Punjabi descent.

hair colour

dark brown

eye color

dark brown

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

prominent nose

brand promotion

Kapil Sharma has appeared in the TV commercials for the following brands –

• OLX
• Honda Mobilio
• money market
• TVS tires
• Micromax Canvas

Religion

Sikhism

Known for

• Having hosted and created the popular comedy sketch and talk show, Comedy Nights with Kapil.
• Hosting a number of high profile awards ceremonies such as Star Guild Awards , 61st Filmfare Awards , and 22nd Star Screen Awards .

first movie

In 2010, he made his big screen debut in the comedy-drama film, Bhavnao Ko Samjho .

First TV show

In 2006, Kapil Sharma made his first TV show appearance on MH One Show, Hasde Hasande Ravo .

Personal trainer

Kapil Sharma started his weight loss journey with the support of his friend and actor Sonu Sood by working with his personal trainer. Through the intensive training in the gym, developed by the personal trainer, Sharma managed to lose about 8 kg.

It was reported that he was so committed to the workout regime that he went to the gym after packing up his urges. He has also added yoga to his exercise regimen. In the morning he does yoga for about an hour. His training consists mainly of strength training and cardio exercises.

Kapil has also changed his eating habits to get the most out of his workout routine. He focuses on consuming lots of protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins.

His diet plan is –

• Breakfast – eggs, toast and salad. He washes it with fresh juice.
• Lunch – Boiled broccoli or celery
• Dinner – Salad along with cooked brown rice

Kapil Sharma favorite things

• Amritsari Essen – Kaali Dal und Matthi Chhole
• Restaurants – Chak89 in Südlondon
• Komfort Essen – Rajma Chawal und Aloo Parantha
• Binge-Worthy Food – Omelet and Anda Pav
• Drink – Scotch
• Comedians – Johnny Lever, Mehmood
• Comedy – Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998)
• Comic actor – Govinda
• Comic actress – Sridevi

Kapil Sharma Facts

1. In 2007 he managed to win the comedy reality show, The Great Indian Laughter Challenge. He also received INR 10 lakh as part of his victory. He spent the winning amount on his sister’s wedding.
2. Although known for his comedic work, he did a lot of theater work before turning to comedy in 2005.
3. When he was in 10th grade, he worked at a PCO to earn pocket money.
4. The original plan was to only shoot 26 episodes of The Comedy Nights with Kapil. Then they decided to shoot 10 more episodes and it was eventually extended beyond that.
5. Before he got into acting and then comedy, he had dreams of becoming a singer.
6. Kapil decided to join the theater group1. year at school so he could stay close to a girl he had a crush on. He eventually started enjoying acting and managed to get third place in the collegiate youth festival at Hindu College .
7. Kapil has done extensive activism work for animal rights. He has worked with PETA too.
8. In 2014 he adopted an abandoned Labrador named Zanjeer.
9. In 2013, Kapil was recognized as Native American of the Year by CNN-IBN .
10. Kapil Sharma was an active participant in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan launched by then Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. By then he was even invited to the Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Pranab Mukherjee to recognize his contributions.
11. In 2015 , The Economic Times placed him 3rd in their list of Most Admired Indian Personalities.
12. Kapil was ranked as the Most Popular Indian TV Personality by Ormax Media in 2016.
13. He considers Shah Rukh Khan his fashion icon.
14. In September 2016, he became the focus of news after he accused an unnamed BMC official of soliciting a bribe.
15. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ and YouTube.