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| name | | name = Zahan Kapoor | ||
| image = Zahan Kapoor in February 2020.jpg | |||
| image_caption = Kapoor in 2020 | |||
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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1992|03|11|df=y}} | | birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1992|03|11|df=y}} | ||
| birth_place = [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]], India | | birth_place = [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]], India | ||
| nationality = | | nationality = | ||
| family =[[Kapoor family]] | | family = [[Kapoor family]] | ||
| education = | | education = | ||
| occupation = | | occupation = Actor | ||
| father = [[Kunal Kapoor (actor, born 1959)|Kunal Kapoor]] | | father = [[Kunal Kapoor (actor, born 1959)|Kunal Kapoor]] | ||
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'''Zahan Prithviraj Kapoor''' ( | '''Zahan Prithviraj Kapoor''' ([[Hindi]] {{IPA|hns|zəˈɦəːɳ kəˈpuːɾ|pron}}, born 11 March 1992) is an Indian actor who primarily works in [[Hindi]] films, series and theatre.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bollywood-kapoor-familys-new-kid-zahan-all-set-to-debut-in-thriller-faraaz-1.81348760|title=Bollywood: Kapoor family's new kid Zahan all set to debut in thriller 'Faraaz'|date=5 August 2021|website=gulfnews.com}}</ref> A member of the [[Kapoor family]], he is the son of actor [[Kunal Kapoor (actor, born 1959)|Kunal Kapoor]]. He made his screen acting debut with the film ''[[Faraaz (film)|Faraaz]]'' (2022) and has since starred in the thriller series ''[[Black Warrant (TV series)|Black Warrant]]'' (2025). | ||
==Early life and background== | ==Early life and background== | ||
Kapoor was born on 11 March 1992, in Mumbai, to the actor Kunal Kapoor and Sheena Sippy. He has a sister named Shaira Laura Kapoor, who works as a set designer. His paternal grandfather was the actor and film producer [[Shashi Kapoor]], and his grandmother was English actress [[Jennifer Kendal]]. His great-grandfather on his paternal side are actors [[Prithviraj Kapoor]] and [[Geoffrey Kendal]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/gk-current-affairs/story/prithviraj-kapoor-birthday-349871-2016-11-02|title=Remembering Prithviraj Kapoor: 10 facts you must know about the Father of Bollywood|website=India Today|date=3 November 2016|accessdate=31 March 2025}}</ref> His maternal grandfather is film director, actor, and producer [[Ramesh Sippy]].{{fact|date=April 2025}} | |||
Kapoor has a diverse family circle as well. His uncles are [[Karan Kapoor]] and [[Rohan Sippy]] and his aunt is former actress [[Sanjana Kapoor]]. Among his first cousins are [[Kapoor family|Aliya Kapoor, Zach Kapoor, and Hamir Thapar]]. Bollywood actors [[Karisma Kapoor]], [[Kareena Kapoor]],<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/photo-gallery-meet-kareena-kapoors-cousin-zahan-kapoor-who-is-set-to-make-his-debut-in-hansal-mehtas-faraaz-2906255|title=Meet Kareena Kapoor's cousin Zahan Kapoor who is set to make his debut in Hansal Mehta's 'Faraaz'|website=DNA India}}</ref> [[Ranbir Kapoor]], [[:hi:अरमान जैन|Armaan Jain]] and [[:hi:आदर जैन|Aadar Jain]] are his second cousins.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.filmibeat.com/celebs/armaan-jain/biography.html|title=Armaan Jain|website=filmibeat}}</ref> His paternal grand-uncles were the actors [[Shammi Kapoor]] and [[Raj Kapoor]] whereas actors [[Randhir Kapoor]], [[Rishi Kapoor]] and [[Rajiv Kapoor]] are his father's paternal cousins.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.herzindagi.com/society-culture/bollywood-kapoor-family-tree-details-article-171198|title=Take A Look At All The Members Of The First Family Of Indian Cinema|date=10 February 2021|website=HerZindagi English}}</ref> Former actress [[Felicity Kendal]] is his grand-aunt.{{fact|date=April 2025}} | |||
Growing up in the | Growing up in the Kapoor family, Zahan spent much of his time at [[Prithvi Theatre]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://staging.instantbollywood.com/2021/07/06/who-is-zahan-kapoor/|title=Who Is Zahan Kapoor? Late Shashi Kapoor Grandson To Make Bollywood Debut!|date=6 July 2021}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://cineblitz.in/interviews/zahan-kapoor-i-want-to-be-here-for-a-long-time/|title=Zahan Kapoor: "I want to be here for a long time!" – CineBlitz}}</ref> | ||
== | ==Career== | ||
Kapoor's career started at the Prithvi Theatre, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Shashi Kapoor. He began his career by assisting theatre director [[Sunil Shanbag]] in a workshop for children.<ref name="auto"/> He even hosted performances for newcomers. In 2019, he made his theatre debut in [[Makarand Deshpande]]'s play "''Pitaji Please''" at Prithvi Theatre.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mumbaitheatreguide.com/dramas/hindi/pitaji-please-hindi-play-preview.asp#|title=PITAJI PLEASE Hindi Play/Drama - www.MumbaiTheatreGuide.com|website=www.mumbaitheatreguide.com}}</ref> Zahan, alongside his sister Shaira, has been integral to the annual Prithvi Festival since 2012.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mansworldindia.com/currentedition/from-the-magazine/zahaan-kapoor-the-new-kapoor-on-the-block/|title=An Interview With Zahaan Kapoor|first=Ananya|last=Ghosh|date=13 March 2023|website=Man's World India}}</ref> During that period, he also took part in a podcast titled ''[[IVM Podcasts]]'', where he shared the spotlight with his father, Kunal Kapoor.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://podcasts.apple.com/kg/podcast/ep-583-feat-kunal-zahan-kapoor/id979118845?i=1000498235843|title=Cyrus Says: Ep. 583: feat. Kunal & Zahan Kapoor on Apple Podcasts|website=Apple Podcasts}}</ref> This endeavor took place before he debuted in [[Bollywood]] film industry with the film "''[[Faraaz (film)|Faraaz]]''", directed by [[Hansal Mehta]], in 2022.(2022).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://variety.com/2022/film/news/zahan-kapoor-hansal-mehta-anubhav-sinha-london-film-festival-faraaz-1235400470/|title=Zahan Kapoor on Debuting With Hansal Mehta, Anubhav Sinha's BFI London Film Festival Title 'Faraaz' (EXCLUSIVE)|first=Naman|last=Ramachandran|date=12 October 2022}}</ref> The film depicts the tragedy of the [[July 2016 Dhaka attack]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/faraaz-actor-zahan-kapoor-wants-to-carry-on-the-legacy-of-his-grandfather-shashi-kapoor/cid/1916219|title=Faraaz actor Zahan Kapoor wants to carry on the legacy of his grandfather Shashi Kapoor|website=www.telegraphindia.com}}</ref> Zahan also did a photo shoot for [[Elle (India)|Elle Magazine]] with fashion designer [[Masaba Gupta]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/kareena-kapoor-praises-cousin-zahan-for-magazine-cover-with-masaba-gupta-101660304969542.html|title=Shashi Kapoor's grandson poses with Masaba Gupta on magazine cover, cousin Kareena Kapoor cheers for him|date=12 August 2022|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> | |||
After his film debut, Zahan returned to theatre in June 2023 with the play "''Siachen''",<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/theatre/the-new-play-siachen-is-a-heartwarming-tale-of-hope-and-survival/article67018956.ece|title=Siachen, a new play, is a heartwarming tale of hope and survival|first=Narendra|last=Kusnur|newspaper=The Hindu |date=June | After his film debut, Zahan returned to theatre in June 2023 with the play "''Siachen''",<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/theatre/the-new-play-siachen-is-a-heartwarming-tale-of-hope-and-survival/article67018956.ece|title=Siachen, a new play, is a heartwarming tale of hope and survival|first=Narendra|last=Kusnur|newspaper=The Hindu |date=28 June 2023|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/culture-society/cold-truth-siachen-brings-the-world-highest-battlefield-and-many-questions-to-mumbai-prithvi-theatre-weekender_story-308295|title=Cold Truth: 'Siachen' Brings The World's Highest Battlefield And Many Questions To Mumbai's Prithvi Theatre}}</ref> written by [[Aditya Rawal]] and directed by Makarand Deshpande, portraying the survival story of Indian soldiers stuck on the [[Siachen Glacier]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://lifestyle.livemint.com//how-to-lounge/art-culture/a-survival-drama-set-in-siachen-comes-to-prithvi-theatre-111686737507440.html|title=A survival drama, set in Siachen, comes to Prithvi Theatre|date=15 June 2023|website=Mintlounge}}</ref> He's also set to appear in the [[Amazon Prime Video]] web series "''Janta Band''", directed by [[Akshat Verma]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.iwmbuzz.com/digital/news-digital/exclusive-shilpa-shukla-in-amazon-prime-videos-janta-band/2023/04/19|title=Exclusive: Shilpa Shukla in Amazon Prime Video's Janta Band|date=19 April 2023|website=IWMBuzz}}</ref> | ||
==Personal life== | ==Personal life== | ||
Kapoor, is | Kapoor, is a [[polo player]], he secured victory in the ARC Challenge Cup as a part of his team, Benaz Corp in 2018.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/report/just-who-is-zahan-kapoor/20210706.htm|title=Just who is Zahan Kapoor?|first=NAMRATA|last=THAKKER|website=Rediff}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.pressreader.com/india/the-free-press-journal/20180407/282780652075883|title=Who is Zahan?|via=PressReader}}</ref> | ||
==Filmography== | ==Filmography== | ||
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|''[[Faraaz (film)|Faraaz]]'' | |''[[Faraaz (film)|Faraaz]]'' | ||
|Faraaz Hossain | |[[Faraaz Ayaaz Hossain|Faraaz Hossain]] | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |title=Meet Zahan | |<ref>{{Cite web |title=Meet Zahan – Shashi Kapoor's Grandson Debuts In New Film Faraaz |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/meet-zahan-kapoor-kareena-kapoor-s-cousin-in-faraaz-trailer-3699679 |website=NDTV.com}}</ref> | ||
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|'' | |''[[Black Warrant (TV series)|Black Warrant]]'' | ||
| | |Sunil Gupta | ||
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|<ref>https://www. | |<ref>{{Cite web |title=The teaser of 'Black Warrant' packs a solid punch |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/try-this/watch/netflix-shares-black-warrant-teaser-created-by-vikramaditya-motwane-satyanshu-singh-around-life-in-tihar-jail/cid/2072468}}</ref> | ||
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|''Yuva Sapno Ka Safar'' | |||
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|Segment: Samudra | |||
||<ref name="Telegraph">{{cite web | title=Anthology film 'Yuva Sapno Ka Safar' to release on Waves OTT on April 11 | website=Telegraph | date=6 April 2025 | url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/anthology-film-yuva-sapno-ka-safar-to-release-on-waves-ott-on-april-11/cid/2092722 | access-date=1 October 2025}}</ref> | |||
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|2026 | |||
|''[[Bandwaale]]'' | |||
|DJ Psycho | |||
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Bandwaale actor Zahan Kapoor on his film lineage, “I was taught to earn my place, stand on my own feet and make my own choices”| website=Bollywood Hungama | date=19 February 2026 | url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/bandwaale-actor-zahan-kapoor-film-lineage-taught-earn-place-stand-feet-make-choices/| access-date=3 March 2026}}</ref> | |||
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|''Pitaji Please'' | |''Pitaji Please'' | ||
|Cast | |Cast | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=July | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=6 July 2021 |title=Meet Zahan Kapoor, Shashi Kapoor's grandson, who is all set to debut in Hansal Mehta's film |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/shashi-kapoor-grandson-zahan-kapoor-hansal-mehta-7391124/}}</ref> | ||
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|2023 | |2023 | ||
|''Siachen'' | |''Siachen'' | ||
|Lead | |Lead | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=June | |<ref>{{Cite web|date=22 June 2023|title=Theatre review: Siachen|website=[[The Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/theatre/theatre-review-siachen/articleshow/101180908.cms}}</ref> | ||
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| Born | 11 March 1992 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Occupation | Actor |
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Zahan Prithviraj Kapoor (Hindi hns, born 11 March 1992) is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi films, series and theatre.[1] A member of the Kapoor family, he is the son of actor Kunal Kapoor. He made his screen acting debut with the film Faraaz (2022) and has since starred in the thriller series Black Warrant (2025).
Early life and background[edit | edit source]
Kapoor was born on 11 March 1992, in Mumbai, to the actor Kunal Kapoor and Sheena Sippy. He has a sister named Shaira Laura Kapoor, who works as a set designer. His paternal grandfather was the actor and film producer Shashi Kapoor, and his grandmother was English actress Jennifer Kendal. His great-grandfather on his paternal side are actors Prithviraj Kapoor and Geoffrey Kendal.[2] His maternal grandfather is film director, actor, and producer Ramesh Sippy.[citation needed]
Kapoor has a diverse family circle as well. His uncles are Karan Kapoor and Rohan Sippy and his aunt is former actress Sanjana Kapoor. Among his first cousins are Aliya Kapoor, Zach Kapoor, and Hamir Thapar. Bollywood actors Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor,[3] Ranbir Kapoor, Armaan Jain and Aadar Jain are his second cousins.[4] His paternal grand-uncles were the actors Shammi Kapoor and Raj Kapoor whereas actors Randhir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor and Rajiv Kapoor are his father's paternal cousins.[5] Former actress Felicity Kendal is his grand-aunt.[citation needed]
Growing up in the Kapoor family, Zahan spent much of his time at Prithvi Theatre.[6][7]
Career[edit | edit source]
Kapoor's career started at the Prithvi Theatre, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Shashi Kapoor. He began his career by assisting theatre director Sunil Shanbag in a workshop for children.[7] He even hosted performances for newcomers. In 2019, he made his theatre debut in Makarand Deshpande's play "Pitaji Please" at Prithvi Theatre.[8] Zahan, alongside his sister Shaira, has been integral to the annual Prithvi Festival since 2012.[9] During that period, he also took part in a podcast titled IVM Podcasts, where he shared the spotlight with his father, Kunal Kapoor.[10] This endeavor took place before he debuted in Bollywood film industry with the film "Faraaz", directed by Hansal Mehta, in 2022.(2022).[11] The film depicts the tragedy of the July 2016 Dhaka attack.[12] Zahan also did a photo shoot for Elle Magazine with fashion designer Masaba Gupta.[13]
After his film debut, Zahan returned to theatre in June 2023 with the play "Siachen",[14][15] written by Aditya Rawal and directed by Makarand Deshpande, portraying the survival story of Indian soldiers stuck on the Siachen Glacier.[16] He's also set to appear in the Amazon Prime Video web series "Janta Band", directed by Akshat Verma.[17]
Personal life[edit | edit source]
Kapoor, is a polo player, he secured victory in the ARC Challenge Cup as a part of his team, Benaz Corp in 2018.[18][19]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
| Year | Film | Role | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Faraaz | Faraaz Hossain | [20] |
Television[edit | edit source]
| Year | TV series | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Black Warrant | Sunil Gupta | [21] | |
| 2025 | Yuva Sapno Ka Safar | Segment: Samudra | [22] | |
| 2026 | Bandwaale | DJ Psycho | [23] |
Theater[edit | edit source]
| Year | Theater | Role | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pitaji Please | Cast | [24] |
| 2023 | Siachen | Lead | [25] |
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Bollywood: Kapoor family's new kid Zahan all set to debut in thriller 'Faraaz'". gulfnews.com. 5 August 2021.
- ↑ "Remembering Prithviraj Kapoor: 10 facts you must know about the Father of Bollywood". India Today. 3 November 2016. Retrieved 31 March 2025.
- ↑ "Meet Kareena Kapoor's cousin Zahan Kapoor who is set to make his debut in Hansal Mehta's 'Faraaz'". DNA India.
- ↑ "Armaan Jain". filmibeat.
- ↑ "Take A Look At All The Members Of The First Family Of Indian Cinema". HerZindagi English. 10 February 2021.
- ↑ "Who Is Zahan Kapoor? Late Shashi Kapoor Grandson To Make Bollywood Debut!". 6 July 2021.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Zahan Kapoor: "I want to be here for a long time!" – CineBlitz".
- ↑ "PITAJI PLEASE Hindi Play/Drama - www.MumbaiTheatreGuide.com". www.mumbaitheatreguide.com.
- ↑ Ghosh, Ananya (13 March 2023). "An Interview With Zahaan Kapoor". Man's World India.
- ↑ "Cyrus Says: Ep. 583: feat. Kunal & Zahan Kapoor on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts.
- ↑ Ramachandran, Naman (12 October 2022). "Zahan Kapoor on Debuting With Hansal Mehta, Anubhav Sinha's BFI London Film Festival Title 'Faraaz' (EXCLUSIVE)".
- ↑ "Faraaz actor Zahan Kapoor wants to carry on the legacy of his grandfather Shashi Kapoor". www.telegraphindia.com.
- ↑ "Shashi Kapoor's grandson poses with Masaba Gupta on magazine cover, cousin Kareena Kapoor cheers for him". Hindustan Times. 12 August 2022.
- ↑ Kusnur, Narendra (28 June 2023). "Siachen, a new play, is a heartwarming tale of hope and survival". The Hindu – via www.thehindu.com.
- ↑ "Cold Truth: 'Siachen' Brings The World's Highest Battlefield And Many Questions To Mumbai's Prithvi Theatre".
- ↑ "A survival drama, set in Siachen, comes to Prithvi Theatre". Mintlounge. 15 June 2023.
- ↑ "Exclusive: Shilpa Shukla in Amazon Prime Video's Janta Band". IWMBuzz. 19 April 2023.
- ↑ THAKKER, NAMRATA. "Just who is Zahan Kapoor?". Rediff.
- ↑ "Who is Zahan?" – via PressReader.
- ↑ "Meet Zahan – Shashi Kapoor's Grandson Debuts In New Film Faraaz". NDTV.com.
- ↑ "The teaser of 'Black Warrant' packs a solid punch".
- ↑ "Anthology film 'Yuva Sapno Ka Safar' to release on Waves OTT on April 11". Telegraph. 6 April 2025. Retrieved 1 October 2025.
- ↑ "Bandwaale actor Zahan Kapoor on his film lineage, "I was taught to earn my place, stand on my own feet and make my own choices"". Bollywood Hungama. 19 February 2026. Retrieved 3 March 2026.
- ↑ "Meet Zahan Kapoor, Shashi Kapoor's grandson, who is all set to debut in Hansal Mehta's film". 6 July 2021.
- ↑ "Theatre review: Siachen". The Times of India. 22 June 2023.