Imran Khan is an Indian film actor who has worked in several Bollywood movies. The Bollywood actor he was born on January 13, 1983, in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. Imran Khan is the nephew of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and director-producer Mansoor Khan.
He made his debut as a child actor in the movie Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) and later as a lead actor in the movie Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008). He has won several awards for his performances in movies and has been nominated for many others.
Early Life and Upbringing
Imran Khan was born to Anil Pal, a software engineer, and Nuzhat Khan, a psychologist. He spent most of his childhood in Mumbai, India, and California, USA. Imran Khan’s parents got divorced when he was just one year old, and he was raised by his mother.
During his schooling at Bombay Scottish School, he developed the habit of stammering because he used to get corporal punishment and he was not able to tolerate that .
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Imran Pal |
| Nickname | Immu |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Imran Khan |
| Date of Birth | 13 January 1983 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 40 Years |
| Religion | Half Hindu (from his father’s side) and Half Muslim (from his mother’s side) |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Madison, Wisconsin, USA |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | 24, Pali Hill, Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | Degree in Filmmaking from New York Film Academy, Los Angeles |
| Hobbies and Interests | Traveling, Photography, Cooking |
| Languages Known | English, Hindi |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Imran Khan (film actor) |
| IMDb Profile link | Imran Khan |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Slim |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 40-31-13 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 8″, 178 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 70 kg, 154 lbs |
| Chest | 40 inches |
| Waist | 31 inches |
| Biceps | 13 inches |
| Eye Colour | Hazel Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Hairstyle | Short |
| Distinctive Features | Charming smile, dimpled chin |
| Tattoos | One on his right bicep and another on his chest, which is a footprint of his daughter. One on his nape |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Imran Khan was in a live-in relationship with Avantika Malik from the age of 19. The couple got married in 2011 and has a daughter named Imara Malik Khan. However, in 2019, the couple announced their separation .
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Separated |
| Spouse – Wife | Avantika Malik (m. 2011) |
| Father | Anil Pal |
| Mother | Nuzhat Khan |
| Children | Imara Khan (daughter) |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Avantika Malik, Anusha Dandekar, Genelia D’Souza (rumored) |
| Significant Relationships | Aamir Khan (uncle), Mansoor Khan (uncle), Nasir Hussain (grandfather) |
Rise to Stardom
Imran Khan made his debut as a lead actor in the movie Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008), which was a commercial and critical success. The movie was directed by Abbas Tyrewala and produced by Aamir Khan. Imran Khan’s performance in the movie was widely appreciated, and he won the Best Male Debut award at the Filmfare Awards and Apsara Film & Television Producers Guild Awards .
After the success of Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Imran Khan acted in several other successful movies such as I Hate Luv Storys (2010), Delhi Belly (2011), Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011), and Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu (2012). He won several awards for his performances in these movies .
Imran Khan – Debut Film – Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na (2008)
Imran Khan – Successful Film – Gori Tere Pyaar Mein (2013)
Career , Awards, and Achievements
Imran Khan has won several awards for his performances in movies. He won the Best Male Debut award at the Filmfare Awards and Apsara Film & Television Producers Guild Awards for the movie Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008).
He has also been nominated for several other awards such as Stardust Awards, Screen Awards, and Zee Cine Awards. He won the Chivas Award for Outstanding Achievement by GQ Men of the Year Awards in 2011 .
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Filmmaker, Social Activist |
| Debut Film | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988, as child actor), Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008, as lead actor) |
| Notable Roles | Jai Singh Rathore in Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Tashi Dorjee Lhatoo in Delhi Belly, Kush Agnihotri in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Rahul Kapoor in Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Katti Batti (2015), Mission Mars: Keep Walking India (2018, as filmmaker) |
| Upcoming Films | N/A |
| Popular Television Series | N/A |
| Awards and Achievements | Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut (2009), Apsara Award for Best Male Debut (2009), AXN Action Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role (2009), GQ Men of the Year Award for Outstanding Achievement (2011) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Coca-Cola, Levis, Myntra, Maaza, Bru, Durex, Colgate, Kellogg’s |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | PETA, UNICEF, Teach for India, WWF |
| Professional Associations | Aamir Khan Productions, Dharma Productions, UTV Motion Pictures |
| Training and Education | New York Film Academy, Los Angeles |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Delhi Belly, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Delhi Belly, Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 150 Crore, $20 Million (approx.) |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 7-10 Crore, $1-1.5 Million (approx.) |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 2-3 Crore, $0.3-0.4 Million (approx.) |
| Sponsorship Deals | Coca-Cola, Levis, Myntra, Maaza, Bru, Durex, Colgate, Kellogg’s |
| Business Ventures | N/A |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | A bungalow in Pali Hill, Mumbai |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | A collection of vintage cameras, a Ferrari California |
| Cars Collection | BMW 6 Series, Volkswagen Beetle, Porsche Cayenne |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Johnny Depp |
| Favorite Actress | Kareena Kapoor, Konkona Sen Sharma, Natalie Portman |
| Favorite Film | Dil Chahta Hai, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind |
| Favorite Music Bands | Radiohead, Stereophonics, Coldplay |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, The Fountainhead, The Catcher in the Rye |
| Favorite Color | Black |
| Favorite Food | Biryani, Sushi, Chocolate |
| Things s/he like | Animals, Nature, Adventure |
| Things s/he dislike | Smoking, Alcohol, Gossip |
Top 5 Best Films – Imran Khan
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na | 2008 | Jai “Rats” Singh Rathore |
| Delhi Belly | 2011 | Tashi Dorjee Lhatoo |
| Mere Brother Ki Dulhan | 2011 | Kush Agnihotri |
| I Hate Luv Storys | 2010 | Jay Dhingra |
| Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu | 2012 | Rahul Kapoor |
Controversies – Imran Khan
- His sabbatical from movies after a series of flops.
- His last seen movie Katti Batti in 2015 with Kangana Ranaut couldn’t do well at the box office.
- He was once mistaken as Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Imran Khan, due to the same name.
- His relationship with Avantika Malik has been a subject of media speculation.
- His comment about director Rahul Rawail during an interview in 2015.
Interesting Facts – Imran Khan
- He was born as Imran Pal but adopted his mother’s surname as he was raised by her.
- He played the role of younger Aamir Khan in films like Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar.
- He was in a live-in relationship with Avantika Malik from the age of 19.
- He is an American citizen by birth.
- He aspired to become a film director and joined the New York Film Academy at the Los Angeles branch to earn a degree in filmmaking.
Imran Khan’s journey in Bollywood is a testament to his talent and perseverance. Despite the ups and downs, he has managed to leave an indelible mark in the industry. His story serves as an inspiration for many aspiring actors.
