Himmanshoo Malhotra Wiki, Age, Girlfriend, Wife, Family, Biography & More

Himmanshoo Malhotra, also spelt as Himanshu, is an Indian actor who is known for his role in the Bollywood films like Shershaah (2021), Wajah Tum Ho (2016), and the television show Bhagonwali – Baante Apni Taqdeer (2010) on Zee TV.

Wiki/Biography

Himmanshoo Malhotra aka Himanshu Ashok Malhotra was born on Friday, 2 April 1982 (age 40 years; as of 2022) in New Delhi, India. His zodiac sign is Aries. He studied till matriculation at Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, New Delhi. Himmanshoo completed his higher studies at Kulachi Hans Raj Model School. In 1999, Himmanshoo graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hindu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi. In 2003, he earned a postgraduate diploma in International Business from Amity University.

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″

Weight (approx.): 75 kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Black

Body Measurements (approx.): Chest 38″, Waist 32″, Biceps 16″

Family

Himmanshoo Malhotra belongs to a Punjabi Khatri family.

Parents & Siblings

Himmanshoo’s father’s name is Ashok Malhotra. He passed away in 2013.

His mother’s name is Anju Malhotra.

Himmanshoo has a younger brother, Mohit Malhotra, and an elder sister, Pooja Malhotra.

Wife & Children

Himmanshoo Malhotra is married to actress Amruta Khanvilkar.

They first met on the sets of the television show Zee Cine Stars Ki Khoj (2004). In 2004, the couple started dating, and on 24 January 2015, they got married in Delhi.

In an interview, talking about his wife, Himmanshoo said,

We have known each other for a long time. She has supported me in every good and bad. Getting married proved to be the best decision for me.”

Relationships/Affairs

In an interview, Himmanshoo Malhotra revealed that he dated someone during his school and college days for around four years. He said,

I was dating someone, at that point of time, from my school days actually. She was in Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, and I was in Hindu. It lasted till the second year of college, almost three and a half to four years of relationship. At the end of the final year, we split. I used to go and pick her up from Khalsa College on a scooter, which I had at that point, we used to go for movies and everything.

Career

Film

In 2006, Himmanshoo made his Bollywood debut with the film Mr Khujli in which he played the role of Raj.

In 2016, Himmanshoo appeared in the film Wajah Tum Ho in which he played the role of Karan Parekhas. In 2019, he was seen in the film Hum Chaar in which he played the role of Aarambh. In 2021, Himmanshoo appeared in the film Shershaah, which is the biopic of Captain Vikram Batra, who sacrificed his life fighting for India in the Kargil war.

He played the role of Captain Rajeev Kapoor alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani. In an interview, he said,

I am so happy that my role has been appreciated by the audience. Accolades have been pouring in from all corners. People from various cities across the world have commented on my authentic looks; that’s a very warm feedback and also close to my heart. While shooting the film, I had a great time. And now when people are appreciating my work, it feels even better.”

Television

In 2004, Himmanshoo made his television debut with Zee TV’s show “India’s Best Cinestar ki Khoj”. He has appeared in various other shows like Star One’s ‘Ssshhhh… Phir Koi Hai’ (2007), Sahara One’s ‘Kaisi Laagi Lagan’ as Swayam (2008), Zee TV’s ‘Aap Ki Antara’ as Sameer (2009).

In 2010, he made his appearance in the Zee TV show Bhagonwali-Baante Apni Taqdeer in which he played the role of Guddu Shukla. Next, he was seen in other shows like Sony TV’s ‘Love Marriage Ya Arranged Marriage’ as Anoop Sisodya (2012), Sony TV’s ‘Encounter’ as Inspector Tilak Nambiyar (2014), UTV Bindass’ ‘Yeh Hai Aashiqui’ as Inspector Mayur (2014), and StarPlus’ ‘Airlines’ as Rohit Mafatlal (2015).

In 2015, Himmanshoo, along with his wife, Amruta, participated in the dance reality show Nach Baliye Season 7, and the couple won the show.

In an interview, he talked about winning the dance reality show with his wife and said,

Winning matters a lot in our country and it is often associated with a lot of happiness. We obviously wanted to win and now that we’ve won, we’re very happy. It’s like people’ prayers been answered and I feel like it’s Eid for us today.”

In 2016, he participated in the Colors TV’S sports reality show Box Cricket League Season 2 and Color’s stunt reality show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 7. He appeared in a few other TV shows like Star Plus’ Dil Jaise Dhadke… Dhadakne Do as Dr Sanjay (2020) and Chikoo Ki Mummy Durr Kei as Milind Joshi (2022).

Controversy

Cheating charges in a dance reality show

In 2015, Himmanshoo Malhotra and Amruta Khanvilkar participated in the dance reality show Nach Baliye Season 7. The couple reached the final episode, and they were given a number that they would use to ask for votes from their fans. The couple allegedly used unfair means to gather votes as they leaked the number before their performance was aired. However, it could not be proved later.

Car Collection

Himmanshoo owns an Audi A4 and Honda Jazz.

Favourites

• Food: Rajma Chawal, curry, and Gulab Jamun

• Holiday Destination: Macau

• Restaurant: China Town in Mumbai

• Movie: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

• Colour(s): Black, Blue, and Grey

• Beverage: Strawberry Frappuccino

• Author: Andrew Matthews, an Australian author

Facts/Trivia

• Himmanshoo actively participated in fashion shows, acting and drama clubs, and choreography events during his college days.

  Himmanshoo Malhotra is seen performing on stage in his college days

  Himmanshoo Malhotra at an event in his college

• Himmanshoo is a fitness enthusiast. He prefers to have a variety in his workout regime like swimming, yoga, pilates, and cardio.

  Himmanshoo Malhotra at the gym

  Himmanshoo Malhotra is seen practising Yoga

• After 8 days of marriage, Himanshoo and Amruta got the offer to participate in the television dance reality show ‘Nach Baliye 7.’

• He is fondly called by the name Himmi by his friends and family.

• Himmanshoo is very fond of reading books, and he prefers to read non-fiction books.

• In 2017, Himmanshoo Malhotra created a YouTube channel ‘Share and Grow Initiative’ through which he, reportedly, inspires youth with his life experiences, interactive live sessions, query sessions, and motivational speaking.

• Since childhood, Himmanshoo aspired to become a professional cricketer. In an interview, talking about his career aspirations, he said,
  

   I wanted to become a cricketer and for many years I kept pursuing that dream, but it never happened. As a result, I was tired, and angry.”

  Himmanshoo Malhotra shared a post on Instagram in which he is seen playing cricket