Suniel Shetty : Net Worth, Height, Weight, Age, Affairs, Wiki, Facts and Figures

Suniel Shetty is a versatile actor who has made a significant contribution to the Indian film industry. The Bollywood actor he has acted in a wide range of films across various languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam.

In this blog post, we will delve into the fascinating world of Suniel Shetty and explore his early life, personal life, rise to stardom, career highlights, awards, and achievements. We will also take a look at his top 5 best films, controversies, and interesting facts.

Suniel Shetty
Suniel Shetty

Early Life and Upbringing

Suniel Shetty was born on August 11, 1961, in Mulki, Mangalore. He was born into a Tulu-speaking Bunt family. His father, Veerappa Shetty, was a hotelier, and his mother, Kumud Shetty, was a housewife.

Suniel Shetty completed his schooling at St. Stanislaus High School in Bandra, Mumbai. He then went on to pursue his Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from H.R. College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai.

Suniel Shetty - Early Life And Upbringing
Suniel Shetty – Early Life And Upbringing

Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign

Suniel Shetty - Personal Life
Suniel Shetty – Personal Life
Personal DetailsInformation
Full NameSunil Veerappa Shetty
NicknameAnna
Alternative Names(s) (also known as)Suniel V. Shetty
Date of Birth11 August 1961
Age (as of 2023)62 Years
ReligionHinduism
Zodiac SignLeo
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceMulki, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
HometownMulki, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Current Address18-B, Prithvi Apts., Altamount Road, Mumbai – 400 026
Education QualificationDegree in Hotel Management
Hobbies and InterestsPlaying Cricket, Watching Movies, Shopping, Travelling, Working Out
Languages KnownHindi, English, Tulu, Kannada
Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Wikipedia Profile linkSuniel Shetty
IMDb Profile linkSuniel Shetty
Website linkN/A

Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements

Suniel Shetty - Physical Appearance
Suniel Shetty – Physical Appearance
Physical StatsInformation
Body TypeAthletic
Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips)42-34-16 inches
Height in feet, inches, cm5’ 10″, 178 cm
Weight in kg, lbs80 kg, 176 lbs
Chest42 inches
Waist34 inches
Biceps16 inches
Eye ColourDark Brown
Hair ColourBlack
HairstyleShort and Spiky
Distinctive FeaturesMuscular Physique, Beard
TattoosNone

Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs

Suniel Shetty is married to Mana Shetty, and the couple has two children, Athiya Shetty and Ahan Shetty. Athiya Shetty is also an actress who made her Bollywood debut in 2015 with the film “Hero.”

Ahan Shetty is set to make his Bollywood debut in 2022 with the film “Tadap.”

Suniel Shetty - Family And Relationships
Suniel Shetty – Family And Relationships
Relationships DetailsInformation
Marital StatusMarried
Spouse – WifeMana Shetty (Creative Director)
FatherLate Veerapa Shetty
MotherName Not Known
Children Athiya Shetty (Daughter, Actress), Ahan Shetty (Son, Actor)
Siblings Sujata Shetty (Sister, Elder)
Affairs – Girlfriend(s)Mana Shetty
Significant RelationshipsMana Shetty

Rise to Stardom

Suniel Shetty made his debut in Hindi films in 1992 at the age of 31 with “Balwaan,” opposite Divya Bharti. The film helped him to retain his position in Bollywood as an action hero.

He went on to play the protagonist in various successful movies such as “Waqt Hamara Hai” (1993), “Pehchaan” (1993), “Dilwale” (1994), “Anth” (1994), “Mohra” (1994), “Gopi Kishan” (1994), “Hum Hain Bemisaal” (1994), “Surakshaa” (1995), “Raghuveer” (1995), “Takkar” (1995), “Krishna” (1996), “Sapoot” (1996), “Shastra” (1996), “Rakshak” (1996), “Border” (1997), “Judge Mujrim” (1997), “Bhai” (1997), “Qahar” (1997), “Vinashak” (1998), and “Hu Tu Tu” (1999).

He was one of the highest-paid Bollywood actors in the 1990s. From early 2000, he mainly appeared in multi-starrers in across genres.

He also starred opposite Isha Koppikar in Arjun Rampal’s debut movie “Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat” (2001). Some of his most memorable films include “Hera Pheri” (2000), “Dhadkan” (2000), “Main Hoon Na” (2004), “Phir Hera Pheri” (2006), and “Red Alert: The War Within” (2010).

Suniel Shetty - Rise To Stardom
Suniel Shetty – Rise To Stardom

Suniel Shetty – Debut Film – Balwaan (1992)

Suniel Shetty - Debut Film
Suniel Shetty – Debut Film

Suniel Shetty – Successful – Dhadkan (2000)

Suniel Shetty - Successful Film
Suniel Shetty – Successful Film
Trailer of Bollywood Movie "Dhadkan" (English Version) | Akshay Kumar, Shilpa Shetty,Sunil Shetty ||

Career, Awards, and Achievements

Suniel Shetty has won several awards for his contribution to the Indian film industry. He won the Filmfare Award for Best Villain for his role in “Dhadkan” (2000).

He was also nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Dilwale” (1994). He has been involved in various charitable initiatives, including supporting education for underprivileged children and providing aid during natural disasters.

He is the captain of the Mumbai Heroes cricket team in Celebrity Cricket League and owns the restaurants Mischief Dining Bar and Club H2O, in Mumbai.

Suniel Shetty - Career, Awards, And Achievements
Suniel Shetty – Career, Awards, And Achievements
Career DetailsInformation
Profession(s)Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur, Television Personality
Debut FilmBalwaan (1992)
Notable Roles Devraj in Dhadkan (2000), Raghavan Datta in Main Hoon Na (2004), Shyam in Hera Pheri (2000) and Phir Hera Pheri (2006), Narsimha in Red Alert: The War Within (2010)
Recent Films – New Movies Mumbai Saga (2021), Mosagallu (2021), Aa Bhi Ja O Piya (2021)
Upcoming Films Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham (2021), Tadap (2021), Hera Pheri 3 (2024), Soorarai Pottery (2024), Race 4 (2024), Soorya (2024), Welcome to the Jungle (2024)
Popular Television SeriesBiggest Loser Jeetega (2007), India’s Asli Champion (2017)
Awards and Achievements Filmfare Best Villain Award for Dhadkan (2001), Rajiv Gandhi Award (2005), Stardust SearchLight Award for Best Actor for Red Alert: The War Within (2011), Bharat Ratna Dr Ambedkar Award (2020)
Endorsements/Brand Collaborations Mischief, Club H2O, FTC, Mission Fit India, BodyFirst, Beardo, Fittr, Ferit Cricket Bash
Philanthropy/Charity Work Save the Children India, Being Human Foundation, Nargis Dutt Foundation, Dabbawalas of Mumbai
Professional Associations Celebrity Cricket League, Popcorn Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Training and EducationH.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai
Production CompanyPopcorn Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Box Office Success – Hit Movies Mohra (1994), Border (1997), Hera Pheri (2000), Dhadkan (2000), Main Hoon Na (2004), De Dana Dan (2009), Mumbai Saga (2021)
Critical Acclaim Movies Hu Tu Tu (1999), Kaante (2002), Red Alert: The War Within (2010), Pailwaan (2019)

Assets and Finances – Net Worth

Suniel Shetty - Assets And Finances
Suniel Shetty – Assets And Finances
Financial ProfileInformation
Net Worth in Rs. and DollarsRs. 100 Crore, $14 Million
Per Movie Charges in Rs. and DollarsRs. 2-3 Crore, $300,000-$400,000
Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and DollarsRs. 50-60 Lakh, $70,000-$80,000
Sponsorship Deals Mischief, Club H2O, FTC, Mission Fit India, BodyFirst, Beardo, Fittr, Ferit Cricket Bash
Business Ventures Restaurant Business, Boutique, Pub, Club, Online Casting Company, Fitness App, Cricket League, Wellness Brand
Investments Real Estate, Stocks, Mutual Funds
Real Estate Holdings Bungalow in Khandala, Apartment in Altamount Road, Mumbai, Farmhouse in Khandala
Luxury Items/Properties Owned Rolex Watch, Harley Davidson Bike, Diamond Ring
Cars Collection Hummer H3, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8 L, BMW 7 Series

Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes

Suniel Shetty - Favorite Things, Likes And Dislikes
Suniel Shetty – Favorite Things, Likes And Dislikes
Favorite ThingsInformation
Favorite ActorAmitabh Bachchan, Bruce Willis
Favorite ActressNargis, Sharmila Tagore, Kajol, Madhuri Dixit, Goldie Hawn
Favorite FilmSharaabi, Hera Pheri
Favorite Music BandsBryan Adams
Favorite SportCricket
Favorite BooksSunny Days by Sunil Gavaskar
Favorite ColorBlue, White, Black
Favorite FoodTile Wali Kulfi, Fish Curry, Thai Cuisine
Things s/he likeFitness, Family, Friends, Adventure
Things s/he dislikeNegativity, Dishonesty, Smoking

Top 5 Best Films – Suniel Shetty

Film NameYear of ReleaseCharacter Played
Dhadkan2000Dev Chopra
Hera Pheri2000Shyam / Ghanshyam Tripathi
Mohra1994Vishal Agnihotri
Gopi Kishan1994Gopinath Chaudhary / Kishannath Chaudhary
Border1997Bhairav Singh Rathod

Controversies – Suniel Shetty

  • Post the 9/11 attacks in the USA, Suniel Shetty faced trouble at the Los Angeles airport due to his beard that he had grown for his role in the movie “Kaante”.
  • Suniel Shetty and casting director Mukesh Chhabra had a spat when they used to work together.
  • Suniel Shetty’s statement on the rising price of tomatoes was twisted and sensationalized on social media.
  • Amid a controversy revolving around actors endorsing products of pan masala brands, a Twitter user wrongly tagged Suniel Shetty in a picture featuring Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, and Shah Rukh Khan, endorsing a tobacco brand and called him a ‘gutka king’.
Suniel Shetty - Controversies
Suniel Shetty – Controversies

Interesting Facts – Suniel Shetty

  • Suniel Shetty holds a black belt in Kickboxing.
  • He is the captain of the Mumbai Heroes cricket team in Celebrity Cricket League.
  • Suniel Shetty owns the restaurants Mischief Dining Bar and Club H2O, in Mumbai.
  • He has also featured as a host for India’s leading fitness reality shows “Biggest Loser Jeetega” and “India’s Asli Champion Hai Dam?”.
  • Suniel Shetty changed the spelling of his name from Sunil to Suniel for numerological reasons.
  • He is fondly known as ‘Anna’.
Suniel Shetty - Interesting Facts
Suniel Shetty – Interesting Facts

Suniel Shetty’s journey from a debutant to one of the most respected actors in Bollywood is truly inspiring. His dedication to his craft, his versatility, and his ability to captivate audiences make him a true icon of Indian cinema.

His story is a testament to the fact that with hard work, determination, and passion, one can achieve great heights in their chosen field.


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