Yash Chopra Biography: Net Worth, Height, Age, Wife, Children, Siblings, Awards, Death, TV Shows & Movies, Nationality, Instagram

Yash Raj Chopra, popularly known as Yash Chopra, was a legendary Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter who shaped modern Hindi cinema.

He is widely recognized as the “King of Romance” for his iconic romantic dramas and socially relevant thrillers, including classics like Deewaar, Kabhi Kabhie, Chandni, Dil To Pagal Hai, and Veer-Zaara.

As the founder of Yash Raj Films, he built one of Bollywood’s most successful production houses and left an enduring legacy of visually stunning storytelling, memorable music, and emotional depth.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Yash Raj Chopra
• Stage Name: Yash Chopra
• Born: September 27, 1932
• Died: October 21, 2012
• Age: 80 years old
• Birthplace: Lahore, British India (now Pakistan)
• Nationality: Indian
• Ethnicity: Punjabi Hindu (Khatri)
• Occupation: Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter
• Height: 5’5″ (1.65 m)
• Religion: Hinduism
• Parents: Lal Vilayati Raj Chopra and Draupadi Chopra
• Siblings: B.R. Chopra, Baldev Raj Chopra, Dharam Chopra, Hans Raj Chopra, Kuldip Raj Chopra, Hiroo Johar and others
• Spouse: Pamela Chopra (m. 1970–2012)
• Children: Aditya Chopra, Uday Chopra
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $50 million USD

Early Life and Education

Yash Raj Chopra was born on September 27, 1932 in Lahore, British India (present-day Pakistan).

He was born to Lal Vilayati Raj Chopra, an accountant in the British Punjab administration, and Draupadi Chopra.

He was the youngest of eight children, with notable siblings including filmmaker B.R. Chopra and Hiroo Johar.

The family moved to Jalandhar after Partition. He studied at Doaba College in Jalandhar and initially aspired to become an engineer. His ethnicity is Punjabi Hindu (Khatri) and his religion is Hinduism.

Career

Yash Raj Chopra began his career as an assistant director to his elder brother B.R. Chopra made his directorial debut with Dhool Ka Phool (1959), followed by Dharmputra (1961).

He gained early success with ensemble family dramas like Waqt (1965) and later formed a successful collaboration with writers Salim-Javed, directing iconic films such as Deewaar (1975) and Trishul (1978) that defined the angry young man era.

He founded Yash Raj Films in 1970 and shifted focus to grand romances and musicals, delivering blockbusters including Kabhi Kabhie (1976), Chandni (1989), Dil To Pagal Hai (1997), Veer-Zaara (2004), and his final directorial Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012).

His work popularized scenic foreign locations in Bollywood, addressed social themes with emotional resonance, and established Yash Raj Films as a powerhouse that continues to influence Indian cinema globally through its legacy of wholesome entertainment and star-making.

Awards and Nominations

• Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2001)
• Padma Bhushan (2005)
• 6 National Film Awards (including 5 for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment)
• 8 Filmfare Awards (including multiple for Best Director and Best Film)
• BAFTA Lifetime Membership (2006) – first Indian recipient
• Lifetime Achievement Awards from various bodies

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: Unknown
• Facebook Handle: Yash Raj
• Twitter Handle: @yrf
• YouTube Channel: Yash Raj Films

Personal Life

Yash Raj Chopra, who was 80 years old and 5’5″ tall at the time of his death, was married to Pamela Chopra from 1970 until his passing. He had two sons, producer-director Aditya Chopra and actor-producer Uday Chopra.

He passed away on 21 October 2012 at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai, India, due to complications from dengue fever leading to multiple organ failure.

Net Worth

Yash Raj Chopra had an estimated net worth of around $50 million USD at the time of his death.

His wealth primarily came from his successful directorial and production career, the establishment and growth of Yash Raj Films as a leading production and distribution company, along with real estate and other business interests.

Filmography

• Dhool Ka Phool (1959)
• Dharmputra (1961)
• Waqt (1965)
• Deewaar (1975)
• Kabhi Kabhie (1976)
• Trishul (1978)
• Kaala Patthar (1979)
• Silsila (1981)
• Chandni (1989)
• Lamhe (1991)
• Darr (1993)
• Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
• Veer-Zaara (2004)
• Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012)