Aditya Lakhia is an Indian actor, best known for his role as ‘Kachra’ in the Bollywood film ‘Lagaan’ in 2001.
Aditya Lakhia as ‘Kachra’ in the movie ‘Lagaan’
Wiki/Biography
Aditya Lakhia was born on Thursday, 21 September 1967 (age 54 years; in 2021) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. His zodiac sign is Virgo. He attended Mayo College, Ajmer and for his graduation, he went to St Xavier’s College, Ahmedabad.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 5″
Weight (approx): 70 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements (approx): Chest: 40 Inches, Waist: 30 Inches, Biceps: 13 Inches
Family
Parents & Siblings
Aditya’s father’s name is Snehal Lakhia, who is an actor.
Aditya Lakhia’s father
His mother’s name is Meera Lakhia, a director, and he has a brother named Ashish Lakhia, who is a famous filmmaker. His brother died of multiple organ failure.
Aditya Lakhia’s mother
Aditya’s mother, brother and father
Career
Movie
Aditya made his acting debut in 1988 as ‘Om’ in the film ‘Om Dar-B-Dar.’
Aditya in the movie ‘Om Dar-B-Dar’
He rose to fame with the character ‘Kachra’ in the movie ‘Lagaan.’ Later, she became popular for appearing in the films Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1993), Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost (2003), and Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007).
Aditya in the movie ‘Shootout at Lokhandwala’
In 1992, he appeared in the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar with Aamir Khan.
Aditya in the movie ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’
In 2020, she appeared in the Gujarati film ‘Khape.’
‘Khape’ movie poster
Television
Aditya appeared as ‘Mansaram’ in the television show ‘Chotti Bahu’ in 2008.
Aditya in the show ‘Chotti Bahu’
In 2009, she appeared as Nanku in the television show Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo.
Aditya in the show ‘Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo’
Award
In 2009, he won the Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the show ‘Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo.’
Car Collection
He owns a Pajero car.
Aditya poses with his car
Facts/Trivia
- Aditya follows a non-vegetarian diet.
Aditya tagged in a post revealing his eating habits
- Aditya has been interested in acting since childhood. He always hoped to entertain people, so, he used to participate in plays and cultural plays.
- In an interview, Aditya said that while they were shooting for ‘Lagaan,’ he had to stay in a hut outside the village to ensure the authenticity of the village in the film.
- In another interview, he said that people called him by the name Kachra when he was on the streets. Sometimes, he even responds to them.
- In an interview, when asked about the difficult phase of his life, he said,
It must be the period between 2013 to 2016, it was during this time that he lost his brother and he had to go to Ahmedabad after this news. At that time his father was also very ill. It was quite a challenging face for the actor. But the actor says difficulties are a part of life and he has overcome that phase.”
- In an interview, he said many actors such as Naseeruddin Shah, Smita Patil, Ketan Mehta, used to visit his house since his mother was a director.
- In an interview, she spoke about her role as ‘Kachra,’ and said,
Although every character is equally brilliant, but my character stands out because of the untouchable issue, a man affected by polio. Then I took a hat trick. I also gave Aamir the last chance to win. Although I have three main scenes, there are many advantages in my character. My batting and bowling stance and hand positions were designed. But the acting bit in my first scene was not. There, I performed. I really like that character.”
- He is an avid dog lover and often posts pictures of them on social media.
Aditya with a dog
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