Satish Kaushik

Date of Birth: April 13, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Satish Kaushik is a renowned Indian film director, producer, and actor known for his versatile contributions to the Indian film industry. Born on April 13, 1956, in Mahendragarh, Haryana, Satish graduated from Kirori Mal College, Delhi University before embarking on a career in the entertainment sector. He is also an alumnus of the prestigious National School of Drama (NSD) and the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). Satish Kaushik began his career in Bollywood as an assistant director to Shekhar Kapoor for the film “Masoom” in 1983. He gained recognition as an actor with his role in the 1987 film “Mr. India,” where he played the iconic character ‘Calendar.’ He has since appeared in numerous films in both comedic and serious roles. Kaushik made his directorial debut with the film “Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja” in 1993. Though the film did not perform well at the box office, he continued to direct a variety of popular films such as “Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain,” “Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai,” and “Tere Naam,” which were commercially successful and critically acclaimed.

5 Interesting Facts about Satish Kaushik

1. Satish Kaushik won the Filmfare Best Comedian Award for his performance in “Ram Lakhan” (1989) and “Saajan Chale Sasural” (1996).

2. He co-wrote the dialogues for the cult classic film “Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro” (1983).

3. Satish Kaushik has also ventured into theatre and is known for his performance in the play “Salesman Ramlal,” an adaptation of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.”

4. He has directed a few Punjabi films, showcasing his versatility in handling different regional cinemas.

5. Satish Kaushik is also a successful producer, having produced films such as “Milenge Milenge” and “Kaagaz.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Satish Kaushik

1. “I believe in the power of storytelling and its ability to transform lives.”

2. “Comedy is a serious business, and it requires a fine balance of timing and expression.”

3. “Filmmaking is an art that demands patience, dedication, and a lot of hard work.”

4. “Every character I play is a new journey, a new experience.”

5. “Success in the film industry comes from passion, perseverance, and the willingness to take risks.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of his career, Satish Kaushik’s net worth is estimated to have reached around $10 million.

Children

Satish Kaushik has two children. His daughter, Vanshika, was born in 2012 via surrogacy. Unfortunately, his first child, Shanu, passed away when he was just two years old.