Born on 25 February 1981, Shahid Kapoor initially gained recognition for romantic roles but later diversified into action films and thrillers. Son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neelima Azeem, Kapoor began his career as a background dancer in the 1990s and made his film debut with the romantic comedy 'Ishq Vishk' in 2003, earning the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. After a series of commercial failures, his breakthrough came with Sooraj Barjatya's 'Vivah.' Kapoor garnered praise for his roles in Imtiaz Ali's 'Jab We Met' and Vishal Bhardwaj's 'Kaminey.' Notable acclaim followed for 'Haider' and 'Udta Punjab,' winning Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Critics Award for Best Actor, respectively. His highest-grossing films include 'Padmaavat' and 'Kabir Singh.' Beyond acting, Kapoor supports charities, hosts award ceremonies, and served as a judge on 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Reloaded.' He is married to Mira Rajput, with whom he has two children.