Vicky Kaushal

Vicky Kaushal: From Supporting Roles to National Acclaim Vicky Kaushal, born May 16, 1988, is a prominent Bollywood actor whose career trajectory showcases a remarkable ascent. Initially assisting Anurag Kashyap on Gangs of Wasseypur (2012), he gradually transitioned to acting, starting with minor roles. His breakthrough came with the independent drama Masaan (2015). Subsequently, supporting roles in Raazi (2018) and Sanju (2018) garnered him widespread recognition, culminating in a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for the latter. The 2019 war film Uri: The Surgical Strike catapulted him to A-list status, earning him the National Film Award for Best Actor. Kaushal's portrayal of Udham Singh in Sardar Udham (2021) won him critical acclaim and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor. Recent successes include Zara Hatke Zara Bachke (2023), Sam Bahadur (2023), and Dunki (2023), the latter earning him another Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. Beyond acting, he actively endorses brands and participates in award ceremonies. He is married to actress Katrina Kaif. His career is defined by versatility, impactful performances, and consistent critical and commercial success.