Rajat Kapoor

Biography

A noted thespian, writer, director, and producer, Rajat Kapoor is known for his work in both parallel and commercial cinema. Alumni of the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Rajat started his career as a theater artist and when he found it difficult to find work in the cinema industry, he started writing and directing short films.

After making his debut in the satirical comedy on prostitution and politics Mandi (1983), he rose to fame with his role in the experimental film Khayal Gattha (1989), which was written and directed by Kumar Shahani.

The three-time National Award winner got his major break in mainstream Bollywood cinema with Dil Chahta Hai (2001). A few of his other popular films include Monsoon Wedding (2001), Mixed Doubles (2006), Corporate (2006), Bheja Fry (2007), That Girl in Yellow Boots (2010), Agent Vinod (2012), Ankhon Dekhi (2014) and Kapoor & Sons (2016).

Apart from films, the actor has also worked in the TV industry and a few of his popular TV appearances include the chat show Lounge and Rishtey.