Personal details
- Birth Date: 1967-11-10
- Height: 5′ 8″ (1.73 m)
- Birth Location: Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Children: (2 children) Shouryaman Rana
- Professions: Actor, Music Department
Ashutosh Rana, born in Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, is one of those actors who just has a knack for leaving a mark, no matter the screen size. Growing up, he wasn’t just some random kid – he actually played Ravana in the local Ramleela, so yeah, the drama bug bit him early. School days wrapped up in Gadarwara, but he wasn’t sticking around; New Delhi’s National School of Drama was calling, and honestly, he fit right in. Television got the first taste of his talent with “Swabhimaan.” That show kinda set things rolling. After that, he popped up in a bunch of serials – think “Farz,” “Saazish,” “Kabhi Kabhi,” “Waris”… the guy was everywhere on TV for a bit. But, TV wasn’t the endgame. His big movie break came with “Dushman,” and wow, he didn’t just play a villain—he played a full-on psychopath killer. That performance? Chilling. He kept the momentum going with roles in films like “Raaz,” “Haasil,” “Kasoor,” “LOC,” “Ab Ke Baras,” and “Gunaah.” It’s not all work, though. He’s married to Renuka Shahane (yeah, the one from “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!”), and they’ve got two sons. Honestly, Ashutosh Rana has built a career that’s all about intensity, versatility, and the kind of screen presence that makes you sit up straight. Not everyone can manage that, you know?
Back in 2000, Ashutosh Rana, usually known for playing villains, actually took a shot at being the main guy in a film called “Checkmate.” Kinda wild, right? The movie had him paired up with Raveena Tandon—yeah, the 90s icon. This time, Ashutosh was supposed to play a silent lover, which is a far cry from his usual menacing roles. It’s honestly a shame, but the project never saw the light of day. The film got shelved before anyone could see how this unexpected duo would’ve worked out. People still scratch their heads over what could’ve been, especially since seeing Ashutosh in a romantic lead would’ve been such a plot twist. Not every film gets to leave its mark, I guess, but “Checkmate” definitely left folks curious. Bollywood’s got a long list of lost movies, and this one’s just another “what if” tucked away in its history.
November 10, 1967
5′ 8″ (1.73 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, India
Yes, Shouryaman Rana
57 years old