Jackie Shroff

Date of Birth: February 1, 1957

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Date of Death: (Leave blank as Jackie Shroff is alive)

Biography

Jaikishan Kakubhai Shroff, widely known as Jackie Shroff, is an iconic Indian actor who has enjoyed a prolific career spanning over four decades in Bollywood. Born and raised in a humble background in Mumbai, Shroff began his career in the entertainment industry with modeling before venturing into acting. He made his acting debut with the film “Swami Dada” in 1982, but it was his role in Subhash Ghai’s “Hero” (1983) that catapulted him to stardom. Over the years, Shroff has showcased his versatility across various genres, appearing in over 220 films in 13 languages including Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, Oriya, Punjabi, Bengali, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Bhojpuri, Konkani, Gujarati, and English. Renowned for his rugged charm, deep voice, and magnetic screen presence, Jackie Shroff has been a staple in Indian cinema, contributing to many blockbuster hits and critically acclaimed performances. His notable films include “Ram Lakhan,” “Parinda,” “Khalnayak,” “Gardish,” “1942: A Love Story,” and “Devdas.” Beyond the screen, Shroff is also known for his philanthropy and environmental activism. He continues to be a beloved figure in Indian cinema and an inspiration to aspiring actors.

5 Interesting Facts about Jackie Shroff

1. Jackie Shroff’s real name is Jaikishan Kakubhai Shroff.

2. He has acted in over 220 films in 13 different languages.

3. He won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film “Parinda” (1989).

4. Jackie Shroff is known for his deep voice and has also lent his voice to animated characters and documentaries.

5. He is an avid environmentalist and has been involved in various campaigns to promote green living.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jackie Shroff

1. “I’ve always been passionate about acting. I believe that as long as I’m alive, I’ll continue to act.”

2. “The audience is very intelligent and knows what they want. If you give them good content, they will appreciate it.”

3. “I believe in hard work and destiny. Both go hand in hand.”

4. “Success and failure are part of life. It’s important to stay grounded and keep moving forward.”

5. “I love nature and believe in doing my bit to protect it for future generations.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Jackie Shroff is approximately $26 million.

Children

Jackie Shroff has two children: 1. Tiger Shroff, born on March 2, 1990, is a popular Bollywood actor known for his roles in action and dance films. 2. Krishna Shroff, born on January 21, 1993, is a film producer and fitness enthusiast.