Randeep Hooda Age, Height, Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Movies, Wife, Family

 

Date: Monday, April 21, 2025:  Randeep Hooda was born on 20 August 1976. His birthplace is Rohtak, Haryana, India. His father is Dr. Ranbir Hooda, a surgeon. His mother is Asha Hooda, a social worker. He has an elder sister, Dr. Anjali Hooda, and a younger brother, Sandeep Hooda.

Randeep spent much of his childhood with his grandparents in Haryana. His parents lived and worked in Middle Eastern countries like Libya and Iraq, so he often stayed in India. He went to Motilal Nehru School of Sports in Rai, Haryana. There, he took part in swimming and horse riding. He even won medals in these sports at the national level.

Later, his parents wanted him to become a doctor. So, they sent him to Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, in New Delhi. Randeep found it hard to adjust to the new school. He missed his old friends and the attention he got in his previous school.

After finishing school in 1995, Randeep moved to Melbourne, Australia. He studied marketing at the University of Melbourne. He also did a master’s degree in Business Management and Human Resource Management. In Australia, Randeep did many part-time jobs. He worked as a waiter, taxi driver, and at a car wash.

Randeep Hooda Age, Height, Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Movies, Wife, Family 

Field	Details
Full Name	Randeep Singh Hooda
Date of Birth	20 August 1976
Age (as of 2023)	47 years
Place of Birth	Rohtak, Haryana, India
Nationality	Indian
Religion	Hindu
Profession	Actor, Model
Debut Film	Monsoon Wedding (2001)
Notable Films	Highway (2014), Sarbjit (2016), Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010), D (2005), Extraction (2020)
Education	Bachelor's in Marketing, Master's in Business Management (Australia)
Marital Status	Married (Lin Laishram, m. 2023)
Awards	Stardust Award for Best Actor in Negative Role (2012), Stardust Award for Supporting Role (2015)
Net Worth	Around $10 Million
Height	5 ft 11 in (approx.)
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black
Interests	Horse riding, sports, social causes, environmental issues
Current Residence	Haryana, India
Reason for Fame	Versatile acting in Hindi and Punjabi cinema

Love for Acting

Randeep Hooda liked acting from a young age. He acted in school plays. His first role was as a lion, where he only had to wear a mask and roar. He also directed some school plays. He enjoyed being on stage and in front of people.

When he returned to India, he worked in the marketing department of an airline company. But his love for acting did not stop. He started doing part-time modeling and joined amateur theatre groups in Delhi.

Film Career

Randeep’s big break came in 2001. Director Mira Nair saw him in a play and asked him to audition for her film Monsoon Wedding. He got the role of Rahul Chadha, an NRI from Australia. The film was a big hit and won many awards.

Even after this, Randeep did not get many film offers. He waited four years for his next big role. During this time, he acted in TV ads and theatre. He also worked with famous actor Naseeruddin Shah in his theatre group.

In 2005, Randeep acted in the film D, playing the lead role. But many of his early films did not do well. Some of these films were Darna Zaroori Hai (2006), Risk (2007), Ru Ba Ru (2008), and Love Khichdi (2009).

His career changed in 2010 when he acted in Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai. The film was a hit. People noticed his acting skills. After this, he got better roles in films like Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster (2011), Jannat 2 (2012), Jism 2 (2012), and Heroine (2012).

Success and Famous Roles

Randeep Hooda became famous for his strong acting. He played many different types of roles. Some of his best films are:

• Highway (2014): He played Mahabir Bhati, a kidnapper with a soft heart. The film got good reviews.

• Rang Rasiya (2014): He played the painter Raja Ravi Varma. He was nominated for a Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

• Sarbjit (2016): He played Sarabjit Singh, an Indian man jailed in Pakistan. The film was based on a true story.

• Kick (2014) and Sultan (2016): Both films were big hits at the box office.

• Extraction (2020): He played Saju in this American action film on Netflix.

• CAT (2022): He acted in this popular TV series.

Randeep also acted in many other films like Murder 3 (2013), John Day (2013), Do Lafzon Ki Kahani (2016), and Baaghi 2 (2018).

Awards and Achievements

Randeep Hooda has won two Stardust Awards. He has also been nominated for the International Indian Film Academy Awards and the Filmfare Awards. Critics praise him for his hard work and for changing his look for each role.

Personal Life

Randeep Hooda is not just an actor. He is also a sportsman. He loves horse riding and takes part in equestrian sports like polo and show jumping. He has won medals in these sports.

He is also a writer and blogger. He writes about his life and his thoughts on many topics.

Randeep married Lin Laishram in 2023.

Interesting Facts

• Randeep Hooda worked as a waiter and taxi driver in Australia.

• He loves animals, especially horses.

• He is known for his physical transformations for film roles.

• He is active on social media and likes to share his views with fans.

Filmography (Selected)

Year	Movie Name	Role
2001	Monsoon Wedding	Rahul Chadha
2005	D	Deshu
2010	Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai	ACP Agnel Wilson
2011	Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster	Babloo / Lalit
2012	Jannat 2	ACP Pratap Raghuvanshi
2012	Jism 2	Kabir Wilson
2014	Highway	Mahabir Bhati
2014	Rang Rasiya	Raja Ravi Varma
2014	Kick	Himanshu Tyagi
2016	Sarbjit	Sarabjit Singh
2016	Sultan	Fateh Singh
2018	Baaghi 2	Loha Singh Dhull
2020	Extraction	Saju
2022	CAT (TV Series)	-

Conclusion

Randeep Hooda is a talented and hardworking actor. He has faced many struggles but never gave up. Today, he is one of the most respected actors in Hindi cinema. He is known for his different roles, dedication, and love for sports. His journey inspires many young people in India and around the world.