Anupam Kher Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & Awards, Career

Anupam Kher is a distinguished Indian actor, director, and acting coach, celebrated for his versatile performances in over 500 films across Hindi, Hollywood, and regional cinema, earning him global recognition.

Best known for roles in Saaransh (1984), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), and Silver Linings Playbook (2012), Kher has won two National Film Awards and eight Filmfare Awards.

Profile

• Full Name: Anupam Kher
• Stage Name: Anupam Kher
• Born: 7, March 1955
• Age: 70 years old
• Birthplace: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Producer, Acting Coach, Motivational Speaker
• Height: 1.70m
• Parents: Pushkarnath Kher, Dulari Kher
• Siblings: Raju Kher
• Spouse: Madhumalti Kapoor (m. 1979-?), Kirron Kher (m. 1985)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $55 million

Early Life and Education

Anupam Kher was born on March 7, 1955, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, to Pushkarnath Kher, a forest department clerk, and Dulari Kher, a homemaker.

He grew up in a Kashmiri Pandit family with one younger brother, Raju Kher, who is also an actor. He attended D. A. V. School in Shimla and graduated with a degree in Economics from Government College, Chandigarh.

He later honed his acting skills at the National School of Drama (NSD) in New Delhi, earning a diploma in 1978. His ethnicity is Indian, and he follows Hinduism, though he rarely discusses his religious beliefs publicly.

Career

Anupam Kher began his career in theatre, performing in plays during his NSD days before making his film debut with Aagaman (1982). His breakthrough came with Saaransh (1984), where his portrayal of a grieving father at age 29 earned him critical acclaim and a Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

This role established him as a versatile performer, leading to a prolific career in the 1980s and 1990s with films like Karm (1986), Tezaab (1988), and Khiladi (1992). His comedic role as Dharamchand in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) became iconic, cementing his ability to balance intense and lighthearted roles.

In the 2000s, Kher expanded his repertoire, starring in international films like Bend It Like Beckham (2002) and Silver Linings Playbook (2012), where he played Dr. Cliff Patel alongside Bradley Cooper.

He also ventured into directing with Om Jai Jagadish (2002) and produced films like Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara (2005), earning a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. His work in A Wednesday (2008) and Special 26 (2013) showcased his knack for impactful supporting roles.

In 2002, he founded Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares, an acting school that has trained actors like Varun Dhawan and Deepika Padukone, and he served as chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) from 2017 to 2018.

Kher’s recent projects include The Kashmir Files (2022), which he produced and starred in, earning widespread praise, and The Vaccine War (2023), both addressing socio-political themes.

He also appeared in the Tamil film Connect (2022) and the Telugu film Karthikeya 2 (2022), showcasing his versatility across Indian cinema. His television ventures include hosting Say Na Something to Anupam Uncle and producing The Anupam Kher Show.

As a motivational speaker, he delivers talks worldwide, and his books, The Best Thing About You Is You! (2011) and Your Best Day Is Today (2020), inspire readers globally. His legacy lies in his ability to bridge mainstream and parallel cinema while mentoring future talent.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @anupampkher
• Facebook Handle: Anupam Kher
• Twitter Handle: @AnupamPKher

Personal Life

Anupam Kher married Madhumalti Kapoor in 1979, but the marriage ended in divorce. In 1985, he married actress and politician Kirron Kher, whom he met during their theatre days in Chandigarh.

Kirron’s son from her previous marriage, Sikandar Kher, is an actor and Kher’s stepson. The couple maintains a close bond despite Kirron’s political commitments as a BJP MP.

Kher is deeply involved in philanthropy through The Anupam Kher Foundation, supporting education for underprivileged children.

Filmography

• Aagaman (1982)
• Saaransh (1984)
• Karm (1986)
• Tezaab (1988)
• Khiladi (1992)
• Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
• Bend It Like Beckham (2002)
• Om Jai Jagadish (2002)
• Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara (2005)
• A Wednesday (2008)
• Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
• Special 26 (2013)
• The Kashmir Files (2022)
• Karthikeya 2 (2022)
• Connect (2022)
• The Vaccine War (2023)

Net Worth

Anupam Kher has an estimated net worth of $55 million. His wealth is derived from his extensive acting career in over 500 films, with significant earnings from blockbusters like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and international projects like Silver Linings Playbook.