Vivek Oberoi is an Indian actor, businessman, and philanthropist. He works mainly in Bollywood and is famous for his role as “Kaal” in the movie, ‘Krrish 3.’ Let’s know some interesting facts about Vivek Oberoi.
Biography/Wiki
Vivek Oberoi was born on 3 September 1976 (age 42 years; as in 2018) in Hyderabad, India. He was born Vivek Anand after the Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda. He shortened his name to Vivek when he joined the film, because he believed that making love and dancing on screen with that name would be an insult to a monk. He did his schooling from Hyderabad Public School, Hyderabad and proceeded to Mayo College, Ajmer, Rajasthan to complete his further education. Vivek was a great athlete during his school days. He used to participate in all kinds of sports like hockey, table tennis, cricket, and football. He was also part of his school’s hockey team and played at the state and national level.
Vivek Oberoi with his father, mother and younger sister
Vivek Oberoi played golf in his school days
After completing his education, Vivek moved to London to attend acting workshops. He is spotted by the Director of New York University who brings Vivek to New York. Vivek earned a Masters in acting from New York University.
Oberoi worked as a screenwriter before becoming an actor.
Physical appearance
Height: 5′ 10″
Weight: 80 kg
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Black
Body Measurements: Chest 42”, Waist 34”, Biceps 14”
Vivek Oberoi Gym
Family, Caste & Wife
Vivek belongs to a Hindu Khatri Family. He is the son of Suresh Oberoi, a veteran supporting actor and Yashodhara Oberoi. Her sister, Meghna Oberoi, is a singer and painter. His father is a Punjabi and his mother also belongs to a Punjabi Business Family.
Vivek Oberoi with his parents
Vivek Oberoi with his sister Meghna
Vivek was in a relationship with Gurpreet Gill in 2000. The couple was rumored to be engaged but, later, they decided to break up as Vivek was busy with his Bollywood career.
Vivek Oberoi with Gurpreet Gill
Vivek was also in a relationship with Aishwarya Rai after Rai broke up with Salman Khan.
Vivek Oberoi with Aishwarya Rai
Vivek married Priyanka Alva, daughter of Karnataka Minister, Jeevaraj Alva, on 29 October 2010. The couple has a son, Vivaan, who is 5 years old (as on 2018) and a daughter, Ameyaa, who is 3 years old ( as in 2018).
Vivek Oberoi with his wife Priyanka
Vivek Oberoi with his wife and children
Career
Vivek made his Bollywood debut with Ram Gopal Varma’s “Company”. The film earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Debut as well as Best Supporting Actress. He was paid ₹3 lakh for the film. Next, he starred in the action films, Road and Dum.
In 2002, Vivek appeared in Saathiya opposite Rani Mukerji. The film was a hit at the box office and his performance was praised by audiences and critics alike. He later starred in films like Masti, Yuva, Shootout at Lokhandwala, and Mission Istanbul.
In 2013, he played the evil genius, “Kaal,” in the superhero film, “Krrish 3.” His performance in the film was highly appreciated. Vivek also appeared as a Judge in the first season of the reality TV show, India’s Best Dramebaaz.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTaWgzuwRiA
In 2019, he won the role of Narendra Modi in the biopic, PM Narendra Modi.
PM Narendra Modi movie poster launch
Apart from acting, Vivek is also a philanthropist. In 2006, he received the Merah Putih Courage Award for adopting and rebuilding a village in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, which was badly destroyed by the 2004 tsunami. He and his family founded the ‘Yashodhara Oberoi Foundation’ to provide assistance to the poor. Vivek also runs an NPO called “Satu Yayasan” whose motive is to focus on things like running schools, providing free food, saving girls from child prostitution, healthcare, education and empowerment of girls.
One Vivek Oberoi Foundation
In 2004, Oberoi founded ‘Karrm Infrastructure Pvt Ltd,’ a real estate company providing low budget housing solutions.
Controversy
- In 2003, Vivek held a press conference at his residence and accused Salman Khan of calling him ’41 times’ in one night and threatening to kill him because of Vivek’s close relationship with Aishwarya Rai.
- In 2008, Vivek went to a friend’s party, where he misbehaved with his friend’s girlfriend and allegedly kissed her. Next, he was slapped and insulted by the girl in front of all the audience.
- In May 2019, she received a lot of criticism on social media over her posting of a three-image collage featuring herself, Aishwarya Rai, her husband Abhishek, daughter Aaradhya, and Salman Khan on her Twitter handle. In his post, he has compared Aishwarya’s relationship with Salman as an ‘Opinion Poll,’ Aishwarya’s relationship with Vivek as an ‘Exit Poll’ and her family with Abhishek and Aaradhya as the ‘End Result.’ The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also served a similar notice to her.
Later, he apologized and deleted the post from his Twitter handle.
Later, he apologized and deleted the post from his Twitter handle.
Award
- Filmfare Best Debut Award for Company (2002)
- Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for Company (2002)
- IIFA Best Villain Award for Shootout at Lokhandwala (2008)
- IIFA Green Global Award (2010)
Car/Bicycle Collection
Vivek owns a Mercedes-Benz-GLS and a Ducati 1098.
Vivek with his Mercedes-Benz-GLS
Vivek rides his Ducati 1098
Salary/Net Worth
With a net worth of $14 Million, Vivek charges ₹3-4 crore per film.
Signature
Signature of Vivek Oberoi
Favorite Things
- Hobbies: cooking, boxing
Vivek Oberoi cooks
- Book: The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
- Food: Apple Pie, Rasmalai, Payasam, Gulab Jamun, Sonpapdi
Vivek Oberoi enjoys food
- Movies: Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi, Syarikat, Beta, Raja, Tezaab, The Godfather, Roman Holiday
- Restaurants: Peshawri, Royal China, Indigo, Don Giovanni in Mumbai
- Cricketer: Sachin Tendulkar
- Travel Destination: France and Istanbul
- Director: Ram Gopal Varma
Vivek Oberoi with Ram Gopal Varma
Facts
- Vivek resides at #5, Kartar Kunj, Golden Beach Raja Park, Juhu, Mumbai.
- His family and friends like to call him Rockstar.
- Vivek does not consume alcohol, tea or coffee at all.
- Vivek was not previously a vegetarian, but he was inspired by Kareena Kapoor to adopt a vegetarian diet; however, later, Kareena Kapoor again became a non-vegetarian but Vivek remained a vegetarian.
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
