Sushant,
a Delhi-ite, was born to the Rajput family originally from Chandigarh.
Pampered and indulged by his four elder sisters since childhood, Sushant
is a fun loving and jovial guy with an emotional core. He defied his
parents to follow his dreams of joining the glamour industry, promising
to return if things did not work out. However, once he started, he had
no reasons to look back at all. Today he is one of the biggest stars on
television, having made his mark as an excellent actor and dancer.
Always eager to creatively explore new grounds, Sushant aimed to become a
top notch director some day. Easily the current heartthrob, he broke a
number of hearts when he proposed to his co-star Ankita Lokhande on
National Television. Sushant left Pavitra Rishta on October 23, 2011 to
do something new in his life. He has intentions of being the Asian James Bond. He is a also social activist and supports child literacy projects and the provision of food for poor children.
Academically
inclined Sushant intended to be an engineer, and joined the Delhi
College of Engineering, for which he even got a scholarship. However, he
was drawn to the world of performing arts after watching a show by ace
choreographer Shiamak Daver's dance troupe. He joined the group and was
fortunate enough to get a lot of encouragement, as Shiamak, noticing
Sushant's dedication and talent, gave him opportunities to perform in
the 2006 Commonwealth games and Filmfare Awards. Upon his return, he
also joined theatre classes with Barry John. His studies suffered, and
it was then that he decided to concentrate on his true calling- he left
his studies midway and directed his steps towards Mumbai. There he
joined Ashley Lobo's dance group, learnt martial arts from Allan Amin,
assisted director Mohit Suri during the making of Raaz 2, and did
theatre with Nadira Babbar's group. It was at one such show for an NGO
that he was spotted by a Balaji Production Executive, and a new phase in
Sushant's life started.
Sushant
started his innings in television in 2008 with Balaji Telefilms' 'Kis
Desh Mein Hai Mera Dil' on Star Plus, wherein he essayed the role of
Preet Juneja. Though it was not the main lead, this happy go lucky
character who progressed in the show from being a carefree young lad to a
responsible brother, husband and son, won many hearts. But the show
that propelled Sushant to new heights of stardom was Balaji Telefilms'
Pavitra Rishta on Zee TV in which he played the lead role of a soft
spoken, shy mechanic called Manav Deshmukh. Sushant's endearing
portrayal of this excellently sketched character soon garnered a huge
fan following, and he received many accolades for the same. In May 2010,
he participated on the dance show Zara Nach Ke Dikha on Star Plus,
based on the theme of girls vs boys. Plagued by injuries and illnesses,
he put in his best foot forward, but received appreciation in true sense
in Dec 2010 on Sony Entertainment Television's Jhalak Dikhla Jaa, based
on the British hit Strictly Come Dancing. Though he could not win the
show, his excellent performances fetched him the most spotless performer
award, loads of praise from stalwarts of dance and millions of fans as
he set out an unsurmountable record of perfect scores.
1. In 2009, Best Jodi award with Ankita Lokhande at Zee Rishtey Awards.
2. In 2010, Best Actor (Male) award at KalaKaar Awards.
3. In 2010, Best Actor (Male) award at Zee Gold Awards.
4. In 2010, Best Actor (Male) award at Indian Television Academy Awards.
5. In 2010, Best Actor (Male) award at Xplore International Awards.
6. In 2010, Most Popular Face (Male) award at Zee Rishtey Awards.
7. In 2010, Best Jodi award with Ankita Lokhande at Zee Rishtey Awards.
8. In 2010, Big Star Television Actor (Male) award at Big Star Entertainment Awards.
9. In 2011, Favorite Popular Television Actor (Male) award at Lions Gold Awards.
10. In 2011, Best Television Actor (Male) award at The Global Film and Television Honors Awards.
11. In 2011, Best Television Actor (Male) award at FICCI Frames Excellence Awards.12. 2011 Best Actor (Male) at Zee Gold Awards
How many places have you lived in till dateI have lived in 5 cities
Favourite Movie Dialogue: Bade bade shehron main choti choti baatein hoti rehti hai
Favourite Season:Rainy season.
Favourite Vacation Spot:Mauritius
Favourite Brand:Nike
Favourite Musical Instrument:Guitar, I know to play it pretty well.
Favourite Dish: Rajma Chawal
Favourite TV Show: Friends
Favourite Bollywood actor: Shah Rukh Khan
Favourite Bollywood actress:Madhuri Dixit
Favourite Hollywood actor:Keanu Reeves
Favourite Hollywood actress:Monica Belluchi
Favourite cartoon character:Tom and Jerry
The Saddest day of my life:When I joined Engineering College.
Memorable Moment:When I represented India in a dance performance at Commonwealth Games in Australia in 2006.
One thing that nobody knows about you: Well, I have flunked 16 times in my engineering college and have still not completed (smiles).
If you are granted three wishes, you would ask for:A physique like John Abraham, acting prowess as SRK and looks like Hrithik Roshan.
Your best childhood memory: when I stood first in class 3.
Your experience when facing the camera for the first time:I was nervous
On your last birthday, what you did?had a pool party with my friends and Kis Desh & PR friends
I amtransparent
Life isfull of fun
Love isdivine
Marriage is acommitment
Your ideal woman should be intelligent, beautiful, loving , caring and understanding
Your dream date will be in a jungle with Monica Belluchi
What kind of music do you like? depends, when I am driving I like slow music and when I am partying I like hard rock and hip-hop.
Your first crush happened when I was in class 4 and she was my class teacher
Your first date was when I was in class 10 and it was with my classmate Rashmi. We went on a long drive.
Your long lasting friend is Ankit and I met him when I was in kindergarten and till today we are in touch.
Do you make friends easily very easily
How do you rate yourself as an actor? I would like to rate myself 12 on 10.
Last time you were stalked I don't remember
Philosophy of life don't take life too seriously. Have fun and enjoy every single moment of your life.
Advice to youngsters educate yourself and at the same time enjoy life.
Your message to fans: Keep rocking, love you all
You are most complimented for My eyes. Apparently they are deep and soulful, though I think they are too small to drown in (laughs)
Sexiest thing you did for your girlfriend Ankita Lokhande We were at a house party and I took my shirt off and danced for her. She was pleasantly surprised
Why Manav was so loved? Many fans tell me that they think I must be just as sensitive and good as Manav in real life. That's really humbling.
Sushant
Singh Rajput is set to make foray into bollywood with Rock On director
Abhishek Kapoor's Kai Po Che based on Chetan Bhagat's book The 3
Mistakes Of My Life. After quitting his TV show in October 2011, Sushant
lay low for a while to prepare for his film debut. He chose to do the
ground work for his lead role as Ishaan in this film.
After he left Pavitra Rishta he rejected 7-8 films offered to him and
waited for the right choice. Sushant was also offered Aashiqui 2 from
the bhatt camp before the role went to Aditya Roy Kapoor." Apart from
Aashiqui 2, he also let go a three film contract with Yash Raj Films
which also included Aurangzeb with Arjun Kapoor. "He was under a two
film contract with UTV. And thus couldn't bag these lucrative offers.
Prior to offers from the Bhatt camp and Yash Raj banner, Sushant was
approached for a Hollywood project. "The film was about female foeticide
but he did not like the script. His priority is not about having a
break and making money. But Sushant is excited by quality work. Sushant
is not keen on doing hero-centric roles. He is ready to do any role as
long as it's challenging.
Kai Po Che
Best friends Ishaan (Sushant), Omi and Govind young,
ambitious and restless are trying to make a mark in the India of the
early 2000's. These are exciting times a new millennium has just
dawned, India's a nuclear power and ostensibly shining a perfect place
for the 3 Ahmedabad boys to start a business that could be their ticket
to fame and riches. In a country where cricket is religion, they hit
upon a brilliant plan to start a training academy that could produce
India's next sporting superstars! What follows is without doubt the
greatest adventure of their lives, as they attempt to navigate the big
hurdles in the path of fulfilling their dreams. Based on Chetan Bhagat's
bestselling novel "The 3 Mistakes of My Life", Kai Po Che (meaning a
triumphant yell in Gujarati) is an unforgettable ode to friendship and
the magical moments one shares with one's closest pals celebrating
festivals, drunken dancing, watching cricket matches together,
strategizing on how to catch the attention of the cute neighborhood
girl, being there to watch each other's back in troubled times and to
celebrate one's successes by screaming "Kai Po Che"!
Sushant as Ishaan
Sushant
plays the character of Ishaan, who is quite myopic but good at heart.
The character of Ishaan in the movie is a big fan of cricket and dreams
of opening a training academy. Sushant is trying his best to step into
'cricket mode' and enact his character well.
Peekay
Sushant
will be seen playing parallel lead in Rajkumar Hiran's Peekay along
with Aamir Khan and Anushaka Sharma. The film will be released on 25th
December 2013. The film is reported to be a political satire, with Aamir playing P.K.,
an alcoholic social crusader. The film's title, Peekay, echos Aamir's
character's name as well as his drinking habits. Sushant's character is yet to be known.
"It's only in the movies that we see that opposites attract; in real life there are no Jab We Met stories. But here's a real life Jab we met story.
They were already in a relationship when Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa happened.
Introvert that he is, he didn't want to announce it to the world that they
were seeing each other. She hated that, naturally. She fought with him and
argued that he didn't love her enough or even worse he was embarrassed!
And just when she thought that his opposite nature was getting on her
nerves, he went down on his knees and proposed to her on national TV on
the sets of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa! She was stunned. The guy, who's
essentially a private person, declared his love for her in front of a
million people just to please her' She fell in love with him all over again
at that moment
