Arshad Warsi is an Indian actor, producer, and singer. He is famous for his role as ‘Circuit’ in the Bollywood film, Munnabhai MBBS, played by Sanjay Dutt.
Wiki/Biography
Arshad Warsi was born on 19 April 1968 (age 55 years; in 2023) in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He was born and brought up in Mumbai. His surname is actually Khan, but his family chose Warsi as their surname, after his father, being a follower of the saint- Waris Pak. He attended a boarding school, Barnes School & Junior College, Devlali, Nashik district, Maharashtra. At the age of nine, Arshad was chosen by two British men, out of thousands of other children, to be trained in gymnastics. She is also a national level gymnast. He was also part of a biker gang during his school days. However, due to financial crisis, Arshad had to stop studying after 10th standard. He later worked as a cosmetics salesman and also worked in a photo lab assisting Mahesh Bhatt during the films Kaash (1987) and Thikana (1987). Later, he joined Akbar Sami’s dance troupe and won the “Indian Dance Competition” in 1991. He decided to become a choreographer and started his own dance academy under the name ‘Awesome.’
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 5”
Weight (approx): 70kg
Body Measurements (approx): 40′ chest, 34′ waist, and 14′ biceps
Eye Color: Light Brown
Hair Color: Black
Physical Transformation
In September 2021, Warsi shared several photos of her body transformation on Instagram. According to the actor, this transformation is for an upcoming project. After netizens started comparing his physique to John Cena, the wrestler reposted his picture on the internet.
Arshad Warsi’s Instagram post about his body transformation
Family, Wife & Caste
Arshad Warsi was born in a Muslim family. His father, the late Ahmed Ali Khan, was a musician, singer, and poet. He has a half-brother, Anwar Hussain, a singer, and two half-sisters, Reshma and Asha Sachdev; Asha is an actress. Arshad lost his father to bone cancer when he was 18, and after 2 years, he lost his mother to kidney failure.
Arshad Warsi’s half-brother, Anwar Hussain
Arshad Warsi’s Step Sister, Asha Sachdev
Arshad met Maria Goretti at the Malhar Festival where he was a judge while Maria was a contestant. Impressed by her dancing, Arshad offers Maria to join his dance group and soon they both fall in love with each other. They tied the knot on February 14, 1999. His wife is a blogger and former VJ. The couple is blessed with a son, Zeke and a daughter, Zene Zoe.
Arshad Warsi Wedding Photo
Arshad Warsi with his wife
Arshad Warsi With His Family
Arshad Warsi With His Wife And Children
Career
As a choreographer, Arshad choreographed the song “Roop Ki Rani” from the movie “Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja” (1993) starring Anil Kapoor and Sridevi. He also choreographed the musicals of Alyque Padamsee and Bharat Dabholkar.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHJOqaBC3RQ
Arshad hosted various TV shows such as “Razzmatazz” (2001), “Karishma – The Miracles of Destiny” (2003-2004), “Sabse Favorite Kaun – Award Show” (2004), and “Bigg Boss 1” (2006).
Arshad made his debut as an actor in the 1996 Bollywood film, “Tere Mere Sapne,” produced under Amitabh Bachchan’s production company, ABCL He later appeared in films such as “Betaabi” (1997), “Mere Do Anmol Ratan” (1998), “Hero “Hindustani” (1998), “Jogi Pyr” (1998) haath” (2001), “Mujhe Meri Biwi Se Bachaao” (2001), and “Jaani Dus”. hman: Ek Anokhi Kahani” (2002). However, Arshad got his break, only in 2003, with the role of ‘Circuit’ in the film, “Munna Bhai MBBS” starring Sanjay Dutt. After that, he appeared in films like “Hulchul” (2004), “Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?” (2005), “Salaam Namaste” (2005), “Lage Raho Munna Bhai” (2006), “Golmaal: Fun Unlimited” (2006), “Dhamaal” (2007), “Krazzy 4” (2008), “Golmaal Returns” (2008), “Ishqiya 2008” , “2010” (2008) al” (2011), “Jolly LLB” (2013), “Dedh Ishqiya” (2014), “Guddu Rangeela” (2015), and “Golmaal Again” (2011). 7).
Awards/Honors
- Best Actor (Comic Role) – Zee Cine Awards – Munna Bhai MBBS in 2004
- Best Comedian Award – GIFA Award – Hulchul in 2005
- Best Performance (Comic Role) – Filmfare Award – Lage Raho Munna Bhai in 2007
- Best Supporting Actor – IIFA Award – Lage Raho Munna Bhai in 2007
- Best Actor in a Comic Role – Zee Cine Awards – Lage Raho Munna Bhai in 2007
- Best Supporting Actor – Screen Award – Lage Raho Munna Bhai in 2007
- Best Anchor (Game/Quiz Show) – Indian Television Academy Awards – 2007
- Best Supporting Actor – Screen Award – Ishqiya in 2011
- Most Entertaining Actor in a Comedy Film (Male) – BIG Star Entertainment Awards – Jolly LLB in 2013
- Best Performance in a Comic Role – IIFA Awards – Jolly LLB in 2014
- Best Performance in a Comic Role – Apsara Film Producers Association Award – Jolly LLB in 2014
Controversy
- In 2001, Arshad’s comment on a soft drink ad as “How pakao Katrina in Slice ad, Kairi pakadti hai aur vo aam ban jata hai… Angoor do tho shayad Wine banjayegi” was spread all over the media which turned out to be a controversial comment. But later, Arshad clarified by saying, “My comment has nothing to do with Katrina. It’s just a humorous observation on the ad creative. It’s called a sense of humor.”
- In 2006, Arshad along with his co-star, John Abraham, and the rest of the crew, received death threats from the Taliban while filming their film “Kabul Express” in Afghanistan. Nevertheless, the Afghan government provided security to them with 60 armed commandos throughout their filming in Afghanistan.
- In 2016, Arshad received death threats through phone calls, texts and letters informing him that “parts of his body will be chopped off” and he will be “burned alive” for his dialogue “Daaku Valmiki se Sant Valmiki ban Jayenge,” in the film, “The Legend of Michael Mishra.” However, Arshad explained himself through a Twitter post.
For those who do not know the story of Sant Valmiki. pic.twitter.com/lepXhSbjGw
— Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) July 26, 2016
Assets & Real Estate
Arshad’s car collection includes Audi Q7 and Volkswagen Beetle Harley Davidson and his bike collection includes Ducati Monster 797 Dark Edition. He resides at Shooting Star Films Pvt. Ltd. A-605/606, Morya House, Off. New Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri (West), Mumbai – 400053.
Net Worth & Salary
Arshad charges ₹2-3 crore per film. His net worth is around ₹269 Crore ($40 million).
Signature
Arshad Warsi’s signature
Favorite Things
- Sports: Cricket and Football
Facts
- Arshad quit smoking when he received a card from his son asking him to stop smoking. He was a chain smoker for about 30 years.
- After the success of the 1996 film “Tere Mere Sapne,” Arshad, reportedly, represented himself as the sole reason behind the success.
- Arshad was not the first choice for the role of “Circuit” in the film, “Munna Bhai MBBS” But, his performance was critically acclaimed after its release and also earned him multiple awards.
Arshad Warsi As Circuit
- Arshad was unhappy with his role in the 2004 film, “Hulchul.”
- Unsatisfied with his role change in “Golmaal Returns,” Arshad decided not to act in the further sequel of “Golmaal.” However, the film’s director, Rohit Shetty, resolved the issue and Arshad appeared in “Golmaal 3” and “Golmaal Again.”
- Actress Jaya Bachchan helped Arshad in shaping his successful acting career.
Arshad’s Pets, Ziggy
- Arshad voiced the character of Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp in English, in the Hindi dub of the film, “Pirates of the Caribbean.”
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