
Jackie Shroff
Actor
Jai Kishan Kakubhai Shroff, popularly known as Jackie Shroff, was born on February 1, 1957, in Mumbai.He is a veteran Indian actor with a career spanning over four decades and more than 250 films across 13 languages. He debuted as a lead actor with Hero (1983), which...
Jackie Shroff Bio
Full Name | Jackie Shroff |
Nick Name | Jaggu Dada |
Profession | Actor |
Height (approx.) | 6’ ” |
Weight (approx.) | 80 kg |
Date Of Birth | Friday, 01 Feb 1957 |
Age | 68 |
Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Marital Status | Married |
Spouse | Ayesha Shroff |
Parents:
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Father
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Kakubhai Shroff
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Mother
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Rita Shroff
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Siblings: | Hemant Shroff |
Net Worth | ~26 MN USD (RS 212cr) |
Debut: |
Movie - Hero |
Upcoming Movies: | Housefull 5, Welcome to the Jungle |
Quotes: |
“ I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now.“ “ I work instinctively. If I like something, I do it.“ “ The more you sweat in peace ... the less you bleed in war.“ “ It’s not like after winning an award, your job is done… you still have to work hard.“ |
Awards: |
Filmfare Best Actor (1990)
GQ India (2014)
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Aug, 20 2024 14:08 PM IST
Jackie Shroff opens up on why Krushna Abhishek is only one allowed to impersonate him

Aug, 12 2024 00:08 AM IST
Krushna Abhishek is only one authorized to impersonate Jackie Shroff after lawsuit

Jul, 27 2024 19:07 PM IST
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Jackie Shroff Filmography
Jackie Shroff FAQ
Born Jaikishan Kakubhai Saraf, he adopted “Shroff” from his father’s anglicized name
He debuted in Swami Dada (1978) and shot to stardom with Subhash Ghai’s Hero (1983)
Yes—he runs an organic farm, supports animal welfare, HIV/AIDS causes, and child healthcare
He appeared in the British TV show Life Isn’t All Ha Ha Hee Hee (2005) and UK film Brothers in Trouble (1995)
Known affectionately as “Bhidu” or “Jaggu Dada,” a name he inherited from his chawl days
Did You Know
Favourite Things
Food | Baigan ka bhartha |
Beverage | Champagne or Red Wine |
Outfit | Shroff Shirt |
Brand | BHIDU |
Color | Black, Blue |
Perfume | Kouros by YSL |
Trivias
He once tried becoming a chef apprentice at the Taj but didn’t qualify
His father predicted his acting success when he was a child
In early ads, Dev Anand spotted him and gave him a cameo in Swami Dada
He established Jackie Shroff Entertainment Ltd and held shares in Sony TV until 2012