Rahul Bose Age, Wiki and Bio

Rahul Bose

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Screenwriter, Director, Rugby Player, Social Activist
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth27/07/1967
Age57 years
BirthplaceKolkata, West Bengal, India

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolCathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai
College/UniversitySydenham College, Mumbai
Educational QualificationGraduation

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian
HobbiesReading, Watching Cricket
ControversyRahul Bose attracted criticism when he made a statement regarding the Nirbhaya rape case. The actor said that the rapists should be given a chance to 'reform' if they show genuine remorse and guilt for their heinous act. Even after media backlash, Bose refused to apologize for his comments.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsNafisa Joseph (Late actress & model)

Family

FatherRupen Bose (Marketing Consultant)
MotherKumud Bose
Siblings
BrotherNone
SisterAnuradha Bose Ansari
SpouseN/A

Career

Debut
PlayTopsy Turvey (1989)
Film (Hinglish)English, August (1994)
Film (Producer)Poorna: Courage Has No Limit (2017)
TVA Mouthful of Sky (1995)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • “Artiste for Change” Karmaveer Puraskaar Award (2007)
  • IBN Eminent Citizen Journalist Award (2008)
  • Youth Icon Award for Social Justice and Welfare (2009)
  • Green Globe Foundation Award for Extraordinary Work by a Public Figure (2010)
  • Hakim Khan Sur Award for National Integration – Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation (2012)
  • Lt. Governor’s Commendation Award for services to Andaman & Nicobar Islands (2012)

Favourites

FoodShami Kebabs, Baingan Ka Bharta
DessertHaagen-Dazs Belgian Chocolate Ice-cream
ActorJeetendra
ActressKonkona Sen Sharma
Musicians/BandsRadiohead, Bhimsen Joshi, Billie Holiday
BooksUlysses by James Joyce, Brando: The Biography by Peter Manso, Elia Kazan: A Life, The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh
Authors/WritersHaruki Murakami, Bruce Chatwin, Anthony Bourdain
FestivalHoli

Some Lesser Known Facts

Rahul Bose is an accomplished Indian actor, screenwriter, director, rugby player, and social activist.
He was born into a privileged family in Kolkata.
From a young age, Rahul showed interest in sports and acting, even starring in school plays.
Despite facing rejections from American universities, he pursued his graduation at Sydenham College in Mumbai.
During college, he excelled in Rugby and won a silver medal in boxing at the Western India Championships.
Tragedy struck when Rahul lost his mother at the age of 20.
He kickstarted his career as a copywriter at 'Rediffusion' before making his mark in theatre in 1989.
Rahul starred in various theater plays before venturing into films with "English, August" in 1994.
Following his debut, he appeared in TV serials and several notable films.
In 2001, he directed his first film, "Everybody Says I'm Fine."
Rahul Bose also tried his hand at playback singing for a movie.
He starred in the Netflix Original movie "Bulbul" in 2020.
Rahul has had a successful Rugby career and was part of the first Indian National Rugby Team.
He also actively engages in social activism and founded his NGO called "The Foundation."
Rahul Bose works tirelessly against discrimination and supports various causes.
He has collaborated with organizations like "Teach for India" and "Breakthrough" for social welfare.
In 2007, he became the first Indian Oxfam global ambassador.
Rahul founded an NGO called "Heal" to combat child sexual abuse in 2017.
He comes from a family with industry connections, as his sister is married to a notable director.
Rahul Bose's mother encouraged his early interest in sports.
He underwent intense preparation for roles, like observing a slum for two weeks for a movie.
Rahul is highly respected in the film industry and has received international awards for his performances.
He has been recognized by magazines like Time and Maxim for his contributions to cinema.
Rahul Bose is dedicated to fitness and has a regular gym routine.