Kartik Aaryan: Bollywood’s Rising Superstar
Kartik Aryan has taken the Hindi film industry by storm in recent years, emerging as one of the most promising and sought-after young actors of his generation. With his boyish charm, impeccable comic timing, and undeniable screen presence, Aryan has won the hearts of audiences and established himself as a bonafide Bollywood star. From his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise to fame, let’s take a closer look at the journey of this talented actor.
Early Life and Debut
Born on November 22, 1990 in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, Kartik Aryan (real name Kartik Tiwari) always dreamed of making it big in Bollywood. After completing his engineering degree, he moved to Mumbai to pursue his acting ambitions. He started out with modeling and appeared in a few commercials before landing his debut film role in Luv Ranjan’s buddy comedy Pyaar Ka Punchnama in 2011.
Though a small budget film, Pyaar Ka Punchnama became a sleeper hit and Aryan’s monologue about the complexities of modern relationships went viral, making him an overnight sensation. He reprised his role in the film’s 2015 sequel, proving that his success was no flash in the pan.
Breakthrough Roles
After a few forgettable films, Kartik Aryan finally got his big breakthrough with Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety in 2018. His portrayal of the controlling best friend trying to separate his buddy from his manipulative fiancee won rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film grossed over 100 crores at the box office, catapulting Aryan into the big leagues.
He followed this up with another 100 crore blockbuster Luka Chuppi in 2019, a small town romantic comedy co-starring Kriti Sanon. The same year, he also starred in the remake of Pati, Patni Aur Woh, once again proving his box office pull and cementing his status as a leading man.
Upcoming Projects
Kartik Aryan shows no signs of slowing down and has some exciting projects lined up over the next few years:
- Bhool Bhulaiya 3 – Releasing in October 2024, Aryan will be in third part of the horror-comedy franchise made famous by Akshay Kumar.
- Aashiqui 3 – The latest installment of Mahesh Bhatt’s hit romantic drama series.
Personal Life & Controversies
Kartik Aryan generally maintains a low profile and stays away from controversy. However, his love life has been the subject of much speculation and he’s been linked to several of his co-stars over the years like Sara Ali Khan and Ananya Panday. He prefers to keep mum about his relationships and let his work do the talking.
In 2021, Aryan found himself embroiled in a controversy after being dropped from Karan Johar’s Dostana 2 for allegedly being unprofessional and demanding script changes. Aryan refuted these claims and maintained a dignified silence, gaining support from his fans and peers in the industry. The incident blew over and he seems to have moved on to bigger and better things.
Accolades & Achievements
Despite being relatively early in his career, Kartik Aryan has already won several awards and accolades for his work:
- Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for Pyaar Ka Punchnama
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety
- Screen Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for Pati Patni Aur Woh
- Listed in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2019
- Over 25 million Instagram followers, making him one of the most popular young stars
Conclusion
From a small town boy with big dreams to one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars, Kartik Aryan’s rise to the top has been nothing short of spectacular. His infectious energy, good looks, and natural acting chops have made him a favorite with audiences across demographics. As he continues to take on diverse and challenging roles, it’s clear that the best is yet to come for this talented young superstar. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying that Kartik Aryan is here to stay and will be lighting up our screens for years to come!
Filmography
- Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011)
- Akaash Vani (2013)
- Kaanchi: The Unbreakable (2014)
- Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 (2015)
- Guest iin London (2017)
- Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018)
- Luka Chuppi (2019)
- Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019)
- Love Aaj Kal (2020)
- Dhamaka (2021)
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022)
- Freddy (2022)
- Shehzada (2023)
- Satyaprem Ki Katha (2023)
- Aashiqui 3 (2023)
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (2024)