From Akshay Kumar to Salman Khan, some stars boast numerous hits and blockbusters but also have their fair share of flops. Among them stands an actor who, despite starting a career with multiple flops, ascended to stardom with a single film. Remarkably, he has had no hits in the last ten years yet continues to be called a star in the industry.
The actor under the spotlight is none other than Aditya Roy Kapur, who entered the Bollywood scene in a supporting role alongside Salman Khan. That initial role, coupled with a pivotal film later on, changed his trajectory and marked his entry into the realm of stardom. Aditya comes from a family deeply rooted in the film industry, with both his brothers being well-known figures.
Aditya Roy Kapur is the son of Kumud Roy Kapur and Salome Aaron, a Jewish mother. His grandfather, Raghupat Roy Kapur, was a film producer in the early 1940s, establishing the family’s legacy in Indian cinema. Additionally, his brothers Siddharth Roy Kapur and Kunal Roy Kapur have made significant contributions to the industry; Siddharth as a popular film producer and Kunal as an actor. Aditya, the youngest sibling, has added his own chapter to the family’s illustrious story.
Before stepping into Bollywood, Aditya began his career as a Video Jockey (VJ) on Channel V India. His quirky comic timing and unique hosting style garnered appreciation and gave him initial fame. He made his Bollywood debut in “London Dreams” (2009), a film starring Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Asin Thottumkal. Unfortunately, the movie failed to make an impact at the box office. Subsequently, he appeared in “Action Replayy” (2010) with Akshay Kumar and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, which also did not perform well. This lack of success continued with “Guzaarish” (2010), where he starred alongside Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and the film too bombed at the box office.
The year 2013 proved to be a turning point in Aditya’s career. He played the lead role in “Aashiqui 2,” opposite Shraddha Kapoor. The film became a massive box office success, catapulting him into stardom and establishing him and Shraddha Kapoor as Bollywood’s newest heartthrobs.
. The chemistry between the lead pair won over millions of hearts. In the same year, he featured in “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,” a film headlined by Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. This movie also enjoyed significant box office success, reaffirming Aditya’s place in the industry.
However, following these successful ventures, Aditya’s career witnessed a downturn. He starred in a series of films like “Fitoor,” “Daawat-e-Ishq,” “Ok Jaanu,” “Kalank,” “Malang,” “Sadak 2,” and “Gumraah,” none of which managed to make a mark at the box office. Despite not delivering a hit in the last ten years, Aditya hasn’t faded from the industry’s limelight. His recent work, particularly the OTT show “The Night Manager,” did manage to impress the audience, providing some solace in an otherwise challenging decade.
Financially, Aditya Roy Kapur continues to command impressive fees. Reports suggest he charges Rs 7 crore per film. This high remuneration reflects his strong market value and enduring popularity. He enjoys a luxurious lifestyle, owning an estimated net worth of Rs 89 crore, thereby living the life befitting a star.
Looking ahead, Aditya will be seen in Anurag Basu’s “Metro… In Dino,” which also features Sara Ali Khan, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, and Ali Fazal among others. The film is highly anticipated and is scheduled to release this year, promising a fresh chapter in his career.
Even with a string of unsuccessful films over the past decade, Aditya Roy Kapur’s star power remains undiminished. His journey underscores the reality of Bollywood, where talent and career graphs can oscillate but charisma and resilience keep an actor relevant. The coming year might just turn the tide for this enigmatic star, proving once again that in Bollywood, anything is possible.
