Aditya Kumar

Aditya Kumar (born 7 December 1992) is an Indian actor best known for his work in Hindi cinema, particularly for the critically acclaimed film "Gangs of Wasseypur 2." Renowned for his unique screen presence and versatility, he has gradually established himself as a promising talent in Bollywood.

Aditya Kumar was born in Bihar Sharif, Bihar, and spent his early years in the Pabhera village near Patna. He attended De Nobili School (FRI) in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, before moving to DAV Public School in Kumhrar, Patna. After finishing his 10th standard, he developed a strong interest in acting and convinced his father to allow him to pursue theater in Mumbai.

He subsequently joined The Free Birds Collective, an acting school established by the renowned Barry John, and enrolled at National Law College, Bandra, Mumbai, where he completed his graduation.

Aditya Kumar hails from a humble background; his father, Jayant Kumar, owns a motor workshop in Bihar, and his mother is Aasha Devi. He is unmarried and maintains a low-profile personal life, focusing mainly on his acting career and continued artistic growth.

Aditya Kumar made his film debut with Anurag Kashyap’s "Gangs of Wasseypur 2" (2012), playing the memorable character 'Perpendicular.' The role, which involved the challenging skill of hiding a razor blade in his mouth, quickly drew widespread attention and praise.

This character became iconic, with viewers and industry insiders lauding his performance for its authenticity and flair. Before his big break, Aditya Kumar had been set to debut in "Mumbai Cutting," but the film’s release was stalled.

Full Name	Aditya Kumar
Nick Name	Raju
Date of Birth	07-December-1992 (33 years)
Birth Location	Bihar Sharif, Bihar, India
Gender	Male
Nationality	India
Religion	Hindu
Zodiac Sign	Sagittarius
Height	170 cm
Weight	65 kg
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black
School	• De Nobili School, FRI in Dhanbad, Jharkhand • DAV Public School in Kumhrar, Patna, Bihar
College	• National Law College, Bandra, Mumbai • The Free Birds Collective
Qualification	Graduate
Hobbies	Spending time with family-friends, traveling, photography, dancing and acting.

Following his spectacular debut, Aditya featured in several Hindi films and web series, including:

"Sujata" (2011), a short film
"Banjo" (2016)
"Kerry on Kutton" (2016)
"Dhadak" (2018), where he played Devi Lal, fulfilling a long-held dream of working under Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions
"Harami" (2020)
"Joram" (2023)
Web series: "Bose: Dead/Alive" (2017, as Nakli Bose), "Country Mafia" (2022), and "Raktanchal" (2022)

His role in "Dhadak," directed by Shashank Khaitan and starring Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor, gave him an opportunity to showcase new dimensions in acting, and he was commended by both audiences and critics. He also faced a common career challenge after his breakout performance: being typecast as a teenager due to his strong portrayal in "Gangs of Wasseypur 2," which he eventually overcame by diversifying his roles.

His acting in "Gangs of Wasseypur 2" garnered him a Times of India nomination for the Most Promising Male Actor in 2012. Though he has not yet clinched major national or international awards, he continues to receive praise for his dedication and impactful performances.

Aasha Devi

Mother

Jayant Kumar (owner of a motor workshop in Bihar)

Father

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