Jeet is a popular Indian film actor who has made a name for himself in the Bollywood industry. The Bollywood actor he is known for his versatile acting skills and has won the hearts of millions of fans across the country.
In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Jeet’s life, career, and achievements. We will also explore some of the controversies that he has been involved in and some interesting facts about him.
Early Life and Upbringing
Jeet was born on November 30, 1978, in Kolkata, India. He was born into a Sindhi family and spent most of his childhood in Kolkata. Jeet attended St. Joseph & Mary’s School and National High School in Kolkata.
After completing his schooling, he went on to study at Bhawanipur Education Society College in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Jeet was always interested in acting and started his career as a model.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jeetendra Madnani |
| Nickname | Jeet, Daboo, Ganglu |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Jeetu, King of Tollywood, Boss of Bengali cinema |
| Date of Birth | 30 November 1978 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 45 years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, India |
| Hometown | Kolkata, India |
| Current Address | Kolkata, India |
| Education Qualification | Graduate |
| Hobbies and Interests | Shopping, Gymming, Watching Dramas and Movies, Creating Art |
| Languages Known | Bengali, Hindi, English |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Jeet (actor) |
| IMDb Profile link | Jeet |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 42-32-14 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 6’0″, 183 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 75 kg, 165 lbs |
| Chest | 42 inches |
| Waist | 32 inches |
| Biceps | 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Short and Spiky |
| Distinctive Features | Chiselled Jawline, Muscular Physique |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Jeet is married to Mohna Ratlani, a school teacher from Lucknow, India. The couple got married on February 24, 2011, at Wet-O-Wild – Nicco Park in Kolkata. They have two children together, a daughter born on December 12, 2012, and a son born in October 2023.
Jeet was reportedly in a relationship with his co-star Swastika Mukherjee during the shooting of the film Mastan.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Wife | Mohona Ratlani (School Teacher) |
| Father | N/A |
| Mother | N/A |
| Children | 1 daughter, 1 son |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Swastika Mukherjee (Actress) |
| Significant Relationships | N/A |
Rise to Stardom
Jeet made his acting debut in 2002 with the Bengali film Sathi. The film was a commercial success and Jeet received critical acclaim for his performance.
He went on to star in several successful films such as Kranti, Saat Paake Bandha, Dui Prithibi, Wanted, Awara, Boss: Born to Rule, Boss 2: Back to Rule, Asur, Raavan, and Chengiz. Jeet has also produced several successful films under his production houses “Grassroot Entertainment” and “Jeetz Filmworks”.
Jeet – Debut Film – Chandu (2002)
Jeet – Successful Film – Chengiz (2023)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Jeet has won several awards for his acting skills, including Tele Cine Awards, Anandalok Puraskar for the Best Actor, and Kalakar Awards (2014) for “King of Tollywood”. He is one of the few actors known for doing commercial action films in Tollywood.
In a career spanning over two decades, he has become one of the biggest stars in Bengali cinema.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Model, Producer, Entrepreneur, Television Presenter |
| Debut Film | Chandu (2001, Telugu), Sathi (2002, Bengali) |
| Notable Roles | Prem in Sathi, Raj in Awara, Surya in Boss: Born to Rule, Aditya in Bachchan, Raja in Badsha – The Don, Abhiraj in Asur, Rana in Raavan, Chengiz in Chengiz |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Raavan (2022), Chengiz (2023), Manush: Child of Destiny (2023) |
| Upcoming Films | Boomerang (2024) |
| Popular Television Series | Bishabriksha, Janani, Daughters of the Century, Koti Takar Baaji, Bigg Boss Bangla |
| Awards and Achievements | Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards, Anandalok Puraskar, Zee Bangla Gourab Somman Awards, Star Jalsha Parivaar Awards, Tele Cine Awards, Filmfare Awards East, Kalakar Awards |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Thumbs Up, Big Bazaar, Pran Litchi Drink, Rupa Frontline, Manyavar, PC Chandra Jewellers, Lux Cozi |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Supported various causes such as education, health, environment, women empowerment, animal welfare |
| Professional Associations | West Bengal Motion Picture Artists’ Forum, Celebrity Cricket League |
| Training and Education | Graduated from Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata |
| Production Company | Grassroot Entertainment, Jeetz Filmworks |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Sathi, Awara, Boss: Born to Rule, Bachchan, Badsha – The Don, Asur, Raavan, Chengiz |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | The Royal Bengal Tiger, Shesh Theke Shuru, Besh Korechi Prem Korechi |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 150 crore, $20 million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 2-3 crore, $300,000-$400,000 |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 50-60 lakh, $70,000-$80,000 |
| Sponsorship Deals | Thumbs Up, Big Bazaar, Pran Litchi Drink, Rupa Frontline, Manyavar, PC Chandra Jewellers, Lux Cozi |
| Business Ventures | Grassroot Entertainment, Jeetz Filmworks, Jeet Online |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | Bungalow in Kolkata, Farmhouse in Raichak |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Rolex watch, Harley Davidson bike, Diamond ring |
| Cars Collection | Audi Q7, BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, Range Rover |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan |
| Favorite Actress | Kajol, Rani Mukerji |
| Favorite Film | Bhooter Bhabishyat (Bengali) |
| Favorite Music Bands | NA |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | N/A |
| Favorite Color | Black, White, Blue |
| Favorite Food | Pasta, Pizza, Mango, Chocolate, Nolen Gurer Sandesh |
| Things s/he like | Acting, Modelling, Producing, Hosting, Creating Art |
| Things s/he dislike | Negativity, Dishonesty, Violence |
Top 5 Best Films – Jeet
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Sathi | 2002 | Sathi |
| Wanted | 2010 | Radhe |
| Boss: Born to Rule | 2013 | Surya |
| Badsha – The Don | 2016 | Badsha |
| Sultan: The Saviour | 2018 | Sultan |
Controversies – Jeet
- Jeet was reportedly in a relationship with his co-star Swastika Mukherjee during the shooting of the film Mastan.
- Jeet was involved in a controversy when he was accused of assaulting a fan during a promotional event.
- Jeet was involved in a controversy when he made a comment about the Bengali film industry being dominated by non-Bengali actors.
- Jeet was involved in a controversy when he was accused of plagiarism for his film Boss: Born to Rule.
- Jeet was involved in a controversy when he was accused of using a body double for a stunt scene in his film Badsha – The Don.
Interesting Facts – Jeet
- Jeet joined his household business after completion of his graduation.
- He was so interested in acting that he had also copied some most effective styles of famous actors and creates these styles at home.
- He started his career in 1994 as a model and then shifted to TV serials.
- In 2005, ‘Thums Up’ launched him as their brand ambassador at a special Durga Puja campaign in West Bengal.
- He launched the ‘Times Food Guide 2012’ in Kolkata.
- In the Celebrity Cricket League, he was also the captain of ‘Bengal Tigers’.
