Personal details
- Birth Date: 1961-02-11
- Height: 5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
- Birth Location: New Delhi, India
- Children: (2 children) Vivan, Kapoor,
- Professions: Actor, Director, Writer
Rajat Kapoor’s one of those rare guys who just refuses to fit into a box, you know? Born and bred in Delhi, he jumped into theater headfirst before Bollywood even knew what to do with him. Early on, he cut his teeth on the stage, getting noticed for the sheer conviction he brought to every role—never phoning it in, always digging deeper. Then came his move to films, starting with indie gems like “Khayal Gatha” and “Raat Ki Lekin.” Still, it wasn’t until the late '90s and early 2000s that he really started to turn heads. Movies like “Private Detective: Two Plus Two Plus One” and “Bhopal Express” put him on the map for people looking for something a little offbeat. He’s got this knack for picking the quirky, left-of-center stuff—none of that cookie-cutter, hero-with-a-six-pack nonsense. Directing? Oh, he crushed it there too. “Raghu Romeo” wasn’t just a film, it was a statement—snagged the National Film Award and all. And he kept the hits coming with “Mixed Doubles,” “Mithya,” and “Ankhon Dekhi,” each one dripping with his signature weirdness and wit. As an actor, he just slides into roles—no matter if it’s a lovable oddball or a serious, layered dude. Think “Dil Chahta Hai,” “Bheja Fry,” “Kapoor & Sons,” or “Lipstick Under My Burkha.” Theater’s still his playground, though, and he’s always mixing sharp humor with stuff that actually makes you think. Honestly, Rajat Kapoor’s out there doing his own thing, and people can’t get enough.
Brother? Oh, that’s Rajneesh Kapoor, the guy who cracks up crowds as a stand-up comic. Not even kidding, he’s got this sharp wit and timing that’s hard to miss if you’ve ever caught his act. His comedy usually leans towards observational stuff—everyday nonsense, weird family situations, that sort of thing. It’s almost like he’s got a radar for awkward things people do but never talk about. And honestly, once you hear his punchlines, good luck not snorting your drink. There’s this whole vibe he brings, maybe because he’s got this “everyman” appeal. Not pretentious, just genuinely funny and a little bit cheeky. People love that. Plus, he’s been around the Indian comedy scene for a while, building a real fanbase. You see “Rajneesh Kapoor” on a lineup, you know you’re in for a good time, no fake laughs needed.
So, here’s the deal: this movie basically takes a sledgehammer to the whole idea of God—like, it straight up calls out religion as a human invention, something people cooked up ages ago that’s done way more harm than good. You see all these characters, each wrestling with their own doubts and beliefs. But the film doesn’t sugarcoat it; there’s a real edge, pointing out how wars and violence have been justified in the name of a god that, according to the story, is just make-believe anyway. It’s got this bleak, almost nihilistic vibe—no pearly gates, no fiery pits, just people trying to make sense of a world without divine backup. The dialogue? Super sharp, often dripping with cynicism and frustration about faith and what it’s done to humanity. Basically, if you’re looking for a movie that pokes the bear when it comes to religion, this one doesn’t hold back, diving into the chaos people create chasing something that might not even exist.
February 11, 1961
5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
New Delhi, India
Yes, Vivan, Kapoor,
64 years old