Sidharth Malhotra is an Indian actor and model who works in Hindi films. He began his career as a fashion model but left it to pursue acting. He took on roles in television before assisting director Karan Johar on the 2010 film My Name Is Khan. He had his first lead role in Johar’s teen film Student of the Year (2012).
Malhotra went on to star in such commercially successful films as the romantic comedy Hasee Toh Phasee (2014), the thriller Ek Villain (2014), and the drama Kapoor & Sons (2016). From 2016 to 2018, he appeared in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list. Following a career downturn, with critical and commercial failures such as A Gentleman (2017), Aiyaary (2018) and Jabariya Jodi (2019), he gained critical praise for starring as Vikram Batra in the war film Shershaah (2021), earning a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. In 2024, he led the action thriller series Indian Police Force.
In addition to his acting career, he serves as an ambassador for several brands and products. Malhotra is married to actress Kiara Advani.
Sidharth Malhotra Details:
| Also known as | Sid |
| Date of Birth | 16 January 1985 |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Current Residence | Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Punjabi Hindu |
| Gender | Male |
| Birthday | 16 January |
| Age | 39 |
| Height | 6′ (1.83 m) |
| Weight | 78 Kilograms (approx) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eyes Color | Brown |
| Education | Shaheed Bhagat Singh College |
| Parents | Sunil Malhotra Rimma Malhotra |
| Spouse(s) | Kiara Advani ​(married. 2023) |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Debut Film | Student of the Year (2012) |
Sidharth Malhotra Early Life and Education:
Sidharth Malhotra was born in Delhi, India into a Punjabi Hindu family, to Sunil Malhotra, a former captain in the Merchant Navy, and Rimma Malhotra, a homemaker.
Malhotra was educated at Don Bosco School (Alaknanda, New Delhi), and at Naval Public School, Delhi. He then graduated from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi. At the age of 18, he began modeling. Although he was successful, he decided to quit after four years because he was dissatisfied with the profession.
Sidharth Malhotra Career:
Sidharth Malhotra began his acting journey in 2006 with the TV serial Dharti Ka Veer Yodha Prithviraj Chauhan, portraying the role of Jaichand. Despite his television debut, Malhotra aimed for a film career, initially working as an assistant director on Karan Johar’s My Name Is Khan in 2010.
In 2012, Malhotra made his film debut with Johar’s Student of the Year, earning praise for his earnest performance as Abhimanyu Singh. The film was a commercial success, marking a promising start to his acting career.
He followed up with the romantic comedy Hasee Toh Phasee in 2014 opposite Parineeti Chopra, receiving acclaim for his screen presence. The same year, he showcased his versatility in the romantic thriller Ek Villain, which further established him as a promising talent in Bollywood.
Malhotra continued to impress with films like Brothers in 2015, despite its mixed reception, and Kapoor & Sons in 2016, where he held his own among an ensemble cast. Despite occasional criticisms, his solid performances and charismatic presence have solidified his position as one of Hindi cinema’s rising stars.
Following the success of Kapoor & Sons, Sidharth Malhotra’s career hit a rough patch with several box office disappointments. In the romantic comedy Baar Baar Dekho (2016), opposite Katrina Kaif, he played a time-traveling mathematician, but the film was poorly received by critics and audiences alike. The action comedy A Gentleman (2017), where Malhotra starred in dual roles alongside Jacqueline Fernandez, also failed to make an impact despite high anticipation.
In 2017, Malhotra appeared in the remake of the mystery film Ittefaq opposite Sonakshi Sinha, which garnered positive reviews but failed to perform well at the box office. Neeraj Pandey’s Aiyaary (2018) featured Malhotra in a significant role, but it too struggled at the box office due to its flawed script and lengthy runtime.
His two releases in 2019, the romantic comedy Jabariya Jodi and the action film Marjaavaan, both received negative reviews and were commercial failures. Despite these setbacks, Malhotra continues to explore diverse roles in the industry, aiming for a career resurgence in the future.
In 2021, Sidharth Malhotra took on a significant role in the biographical war film Shershaah, portraying Indian army officer Vikram Batra. Despite mixed reviews, Malhotra’s performance garnered praise for his portrayal of the real-life martyr. The film became the most-watched on Amazon Prime Video in India upon its release and earned him his first nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
His only film release in 2022 was the fantasy comedy Thank God, alongside Ajay Devgn, which failed to make an impact commercially. The following year, Malhotra starred as an Indian spy in Pakistan before the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 in the thriller Mission Majnu. Despite his commendable performance, the film received mixed reviews, with criticism aimed at the script.
In 2024, Malhotra headlined the police procedural series Indian Police Force on Amazon Prime Video. While his portrayal received praise for its decency, some critics felt he struggled with the broad nature of the role. Continuing his focus on heroic roles, he played an army officer once again in the action film Yodha. While opinions on the film were mixed, Malhotra was deemed one of the most dependable action heroes among his contemporaries.
Sidharth Malhotra Personal Life (Wife / Children):
In the late 2010s, Malhotra was rumoured to be dating actress Alia Bhatt. He confirmed the relationship in 2019 after they had broken up.
Rumours of him dating actress Kiara Advani began in 2020, but he did not publicly speak about the relationship. On 7 February 2023, they married in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony. Their wedding received widespread media attention, resulting in their official wedding pictures being the most-liked Instagram post in India till date.
Sidharth Malhotra Filmography:
Sidharth Malhotra Movies:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Yodha | Arun Katyal | — |
| 2023 | Mission Majnu | Amandeep Ajitpal Singh / Tariq Ali | — |
| 2022 | Thank God | Ayaan Kapoor | — |
| 2021 | Shershaah | Vikram Batra / Vishal Batra | — |
| 2019 | Jabariya Jodi | Abhay Singh | — |
| 2019 | Marjaavaan | Raghuvendra Nath | — |
| 2018 | Aiyaary | Major Jai Bakshi | — |
| 2017 | A Gentleman | Gaurav Kapoor / Rishi Purohit | Also singer for song “Bandook Meri Laila” |
| 2017 | Ittefaq | Vikram Sethi | — |
| 2016 | Kapoor & Sons | Arjun Kapoor | — |
| 2016 | Baar Baar Dekho | Jai Varma | — |
| 2015 | Brothers | Monty Fernandes | — |
| 2014 | Hasee Toh Phasee | Nikhil Bharadwaj | — |
| 2014 | Ek Villain | Guru Divekar | — |
| 2012 | Student of the Year | Abhimanyu Singh | — |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan | — | Assistant director |
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Sidharth Malhotra TV Series / Web Series:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Indian Police Force | Kabir Malik | |
| 2014 | Yeh Hai Aashiqui | Nikhil Bhardwaj | Special appearance |
| 2009 | Dharti Ka Veer Yodha Prithviraj Chauhan | Jaichand | |
| 2007 | Get Gorgeous | Himself |
Sidharth Malhotra Music Video:
| Year | Title | Singer |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | “Thoda Thoda Pyaar” | Stebin Ben |
| 2021 | “Challon Ke Nishaan” | Stebin Ben |
| 2020 | “Muskurayega India” | Vishal Mishra |
Sidharth Malhotra Awards and Nominations:
| Award | Year | Film | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Awards | 2022 | Shershaah | Best Actor | Nominated |
| International Indian Film Academy Awards | 2022 | Shershaah | Best Actor | Nominated |
| Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards | 2022 | Shershaah | Powerhouse Performer of the Year | Won |
| Zee Cine Awards | 2018 | Ittefaq | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Nominated |
| BIG Star Entertainment Awards | 2017 | Kapoor & Sons | Most Entertaining Actor in a Romantic Film — Male | Nominated |
| Stardust Awards | 2015 | Ek Villain | Superstar of Tomorrow — Male | Nominated |
| BIG Star Entertainment Awards | 2015 | Ek Villain | Most Entertaining Actor in a Thriller Film — Male | Nominated |
| Screen Awards | 2015 | Ek Villain | Best Actor — Popular Choice | Nominated |
| BIG Star Entertainment Awards | 2014 | — | Star Plus Entertainer of the Year | Won |
| BIG Star Entertainment Awards | 2014 | Hasee Toh Phasee | Most Entertaining Actor in a Romantic Film — Male | Won |
| BIG Star Entertainment Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Most Entertaining Actor (Film) Debut — Male | Nominated |
| ETC Bollywood Business Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Most Profitable Debut — Male | Nominated |
| Filmfare Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Best Male Debut | Nominated |
| Screen Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Most Promising Newcomer — Male | Nominated |
| Stardust Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Breakthrough Performance — Male | Won |
| Stardust Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Superstar of Tomorrow — Male | Nominated |
| Star Guild Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Best Male Debut | Nominated |
| Times of India Film Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Best Debut — Male | Nominated |
| Zee Cine Awards | 2013 | Student of the Year | Best Male Debut | Nominated |
Other awards and recognition
| Year | Recipient | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sidharth Malhotra | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Actor (Male) | Won |
| 2023 | Sidharth Malhotra | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Youth Icon (Male) | Nominated |
| 2022 | Sidharth Malhotra | Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards | Super Stylish Actor Male (Popular Choice) | Won |
| 2022 | Sidharth Malhotra | Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards | Super Stylish Inspirational Youth Idol – Male | Nominated |
| 2021 | Sidharth Malhotra | Lokmat Stylish Awards | Most Stylish Actor of the Year | Won |
