Siddharth Roy Kapur Age, Wiki and Bio

Siddharth Roy Kapur

Quick Info

ProfessionFilm Producer, Businessman
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth02/08/1974
Age50 years
BirthplaceMumbai, Maharashtra, India

Physical Stats & More

Height177 cm
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolG.D. Somani Memorial School, Mumbai
College/University
  • Sydenham College
  • Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai
Educational Qualifications
  • B.Com
  • Masters in Management Studies

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Watching Films

Relationships & More

Spouse/Partner
  • Aarti Bajaj (ex-wife)
  • Kavita (ex-wife)
  • Vidya Balan (Actress)
Marriage Date14/12/2012

Family

FatherKumud Roy Kapur
MotherSalome Roy Kapur
Siblings
Brother
  • Aditya Roy Kapur (actor)
  • Kunaal Roy Kapur (actor & director)
SisterNone

Career

Debut
Tamil FilmVettai (2012)
Malayalam FilmGrandmaster (2012)
Bollywood FilmBarfi (2012)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • Filmfare Award for Best Film for the film, “Jodha Akbar” (2009)
  • Screen Award for Best Film for the film, “Jodha Akbar” (2009)
  • IIFA Award for Best Film for the film, “Jodha Akbar” (2009)
  • National Film Award for Best Children’s Film for the film, “Chillar Party” (2012)
  • National Film Award for Best Feature Film for the film, “Paan Singh Tomar” (2013)
  • Filmfare Award, BIG Star Entertainment Award, Zee Cine Award, Stardust Award & IIFA Award for the film, “Barfi” (2013)
  • Screen Award for Best Film for the film, “Paan Singh Tomar” (2013)
  • Society Young Achievers Awards 2013 in the Business category (2013)
  • The Economic Times – Spencer Stuart ’40 under Forty’ India’s Hottest Business Leaders Award (2014)
  • Filmfare Award for Best Film for the film, “Dangal” (2017)
  • National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Gujarati for the film ‘Chhello Show’ (17/10/2023)

Favourites

Actors
  • Amitabh Bachchan
  • Ranbir Kapoor
ActressPriyanka Chopra
ColourBlack
Travel DestinationLondon

Some Lesser Known Facts

Siddharth Roy Kapur is a renowned film producer.
He hails from a privileged background in Mumbai.
In his youth, Siddharth's passion for films led him to persuade his parents to buy black market tickets.
He excelled academically, becoming the Head Boy at his school.
During college, he led the Dramatics Society and oversaw the college magazine.
In 1994, Siddharth interned at a small production house in Mumbai, earning Rs. 2000 monthly.
After completing his Masters in Management, he worked at Procter & Gamble as a Brand Manager.
Later, he joined Star network's strategic planning division.
He briefly moved to Hong Kong for the Newscorp Executive Development Program.
Returning to Mumbai, he worked on the launch of "Kaun Banega Crorepati" and as a Regional Marketing Manager for Star TV.
In 2002, he became the youngest Vice President at Star TV.
Joining UTV Motion Pictures in 2005, he led marketing for films like "Rang De Basanti" and "Khosla Ka Ghosla."
By January 2008, he rose to CEO of UTV Motion Pictures, producing successful films like "Taare Zameen Par" and "Fashion."
In 2014, he became the Managing Director of Disney India.
Leaving Disney in 2017, he established "Roy Kapur Films" and produced "The Sky Is Pink."
His portfolio includes producing Netflix series "Yeh Ballet."
Siddharth was introduced to Vidya Balan by filmmaker Karan Johar at an award function.
Both his grandfathers had connections to the film and dance industries.
Variety and The Economic Times have recognized his influence and business acumen.
He enjoys a strong friendship with director Shonali Bose.