Inder Kumar Biography: Wife, Age, Death, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Children, Career

Inder Kumar was an Indian actor known for his supporting roles in Bollywood films, often appearing alongside Salman Khan.

His career, spanning over two decades, was marked by both promise and challenges, including a significant setback due to injury and legal troubles, until his untimely death in 2017.

Profile

• Full Name: Inder Kumar Saraf
• Stage Name: Inder Kumar
• Born: August 26, 1973
• Age: 43 at the time of death (July 28, 2017)
• Birthplace: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian Actor
• Height: 5’10”
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Sonal Kariya (m. 2003, separated 2003), Kamaljeet Kaur (m. 2009, divorced 2009), Pallavi Sarraf (m. 2013–2017)
• Children: 2, Khushi (with Sonal Kariya), Bhavana (with Pallavi Sarraf, born early 2014)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million–$5 million

Early Life and Education

Inder Kumar, an Indian actor, was born on August 26, 1973, in a Marwari family in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Little is known about his parents or siblings, as he kept his family background private.

He moved to Mumbai for his education, attending St. Xavier’s High School in Fort and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Vidyalaya, where he completed his schooling. He later graduated, though the specific institution and field of study are not documented.

His early interest in acting was nurtured in Mumbai, the heart of Bollywood, where he was mentored by film publicist Rajoo Kariya, who introduced him to producers. His Marwari heritage and Mumbai upbringing influenced his entry into the film industry. His religion is not explicitly stated, but his Marwari background suggests possible Hindu affiliations.

Career

Inder Kumar debuted in Bollywood with the lead role in Masoom (1996), alongside Ayesha Jhulka, marking a promising start. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, he played supporting roles in films like Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996), Ghoonghat (1997), Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye (2000), Gaja Gamini (2000), Maa Tujhhe Salaam (2002), and Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge (2002).

He also ventured into television, portraying Mihir Virani opposite Smriti Irani in the Star Plus serial Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2002). His career faced a major setback in 2002 when he suffered a broken vertebra from a helicopter fall while performing a stunt on the set of Maseeha, leaving him bedridden for five years.

He attempted a comeback with the Bengali film Agnipath (2005), which flopped, followed by other unsuccessful projects. In 2009, he regained prominence playing Salman Khan’s friend in the blockbuster Wanted, a commercial success grossing ₹93 crore.

Subsequent films like Paying Guest (2009) and Yeh Dooriyan (2011) had limited impact. At the time of his death, he was working on Phati Padi Hai Yaar and appeared in Chhoti Si Guzaarish. His career, spanning over 20 films, was hindered by injury and controversy but highlighted by notable collaborations with stars like Salman Khan.

Social Media

• Inder Kumar’s social media account is unknown to the media

Personal Life

Inder Kumar, an Indian actor, faced a tumultuous personal life marked by three marriages and legal challenges. In 2003, he married Sonal Kariya, daughter of his mentor Rajoo Kariya, but they separated after five months, while Sonal was pregnant with their daughter, Khushi.

He then dated actress Isha Koppikar on and off for 11 years, though they never married. In 2009, he married Kamaljeet Kaur, but the marriage ended within two months due to irreconcilable differences. In 2013, he married Pallavi Sarraf, with whom he had a daughter, Bhavana, born in early 2014.

In April 2014, Kumar was arrested after a 22-year-old model accused him of rape and assault, alleging he promised her film roles. Kumar claimed it was a consensual relationship that ended with him, but the controversy damaged his reputation, leading to isolation from Bollywood peers. He lived in Mumbai’s Four Bungalows, Andheri, until his death from a cardiac arrest on July 28, 2017, at age 43. His wife Pallavi defended him publicly during the legal ordeal, emphasizing his character.

Filmography and Discography

Filmography:

• Masoom (1996) – Lead role
• Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996) – Supporting role
• Ghoonghat (1997) – Supporting role
• Tirchhi Topiwale (1998) – Supporting role
• Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye (2000) – Supporting role
• Baaghi (2000) – Supporting role
• Gaja Gamini (2000) – Supporting role
• Maa Tujhhe Salaam (2002) – Supporting role
• Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge (2002) – Supporting role
• Hathyar (2002) – Supporting role
• Maseeha (2002) – Supporting role
• Agnipath (2005) – Bengali film, supporting role
• Paying Guest (2009) – Supporting role
• Wanted (2009) – Supporting role
• Yeh Dooriyan (2011) – Supporting role
• Chhoti Si Guzaarish (2017) – Supporting role
• Phati Padi Hai Yaar (2017) – Supporting role (posthumous)
• Krina (release date unclear) – Supporting role
• Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2002) – TV serial, Mihir Virani
• Fear Files (year unclear) – TV appearance

Net Worth

Inder Kumar, an Indian actor, had an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million at the time of his death in 2017. His income primarily came from supporting roles in Bollywood films, notably Wanted (2009), and television appearances like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.