Ali Fazal is an Indian-born Bollywood and Hollywood actor. Although the versatile actor has not done many films, his work has marked his place in Bollywood. Let’s take a closer look at Ali Fazal’s professional and personal life.
Biography/Wiki
Ali Fazal was born on October 15, 1986 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Fazal has been interested in acting since his school days as he often participated in school plays. He was chosen to play the role of Trinculo in Shakespeare’s play The Tempest. Before getting involved in the film industry, Ali filmed many commercials. He is also a theater artist. In 2014, Fazal was awarded the title of “Most Anticipated Man” by The Times of India. The 32-year-old actor is best known for his Bollywood debut as “Joy” in the film “3 Idiots”. He has played supporting roles in several Bollywood films. Furthermore, being a philanthropist, he joined ‘Fortis’ and ‘NDTV’ organized ‘Cancerthon’ to raise awareness and funds for children battling cancer. During the event, he also made anti-smoking remarks.
appearance
He is 5 feet 11 inches (175 centimeters) tall and weighs 75 kilograms (165 pounds). His chest is about 40 and his biceps are about 13.
family
Fazal was born into a middle-class Muslim family in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Parents and siblings
He was 18 when his parents divorced.
Ali Fazal and his father
Ali Fazal’s mother
Ali grew up in his grandparents’ house.
wife
On October 4, 2022, he married his long-time girlfriend Richa Chadda in Lucknow.
Ali Fazal and Richa Chadda wedding photos
Relationships/Affairs
Before marrying Richa Chadda, he started dating her since 2016.
Ali Fazal and Richard Chadha
Profession
He attended La Martiniere College in Lucknow and completed his education at The Doon School in Dehra Dun. He was a basketball player during his school days and he always wanted to represent India in international competitions. After completing his studies, his parents wanted Ali to study engineering, but he convinced his parents anyway and completed his graduation in economics from St. Xavier’s College. He made his acting debut with the English-language film The Other Side of the Line (2008). He later appeared in the American television miniseries Bollywood Heroes. After the movie Kirby Kirby Forever failed miserably at the box office, Ali said in an interview that making the movie was not the right decision. Ali further revealed that he lost about 15 kilograms for the filming of the film. His film Fukrey (2013) was a breakthrough for Ali, and his career picked up pace and he received many starring offers.
Ali played a supporting role in the comedy-drama, which starred Bobby Jasoos opposite Vidya Balan and received critical acclaim. In 2015, Ali made a special appearance in “Fast and Furious 7,” the seventh film in the Fast and Furious series.
Ali Fazal in the movie “Fast and Furious 7”
He then appeared in an Indian-American film, For Here Or To Go? The film has been screened at several international film festivals. In 2017, he starred in the British and American film “Victoria and Abdul”, which premiered at the 2017 Venice Film Festival.
dispute
In 2015, Ali Fazal said the producers chose his “Khamoshiyan” co-star Gurmeet Choudhary to promote the film, just The move sparked controversy because he had a huge following and nothing more. He further added that Gurmeet’s character of ‘Lord Ram’ in NDTV Imagine’s Ramayana is the only one responsible for his ‘fan following’.
Ali Fazal with costars Sapna Pabbi and Gurmeet Choudhry
car collection
He owns a BMW X6, which he gifted to himself after the success of Happy Bhaag Jaayegi in 2016. He also owns a Toyota Land Cruiser.
fact
- Ali Fazal does not smoke or drink alcohol.
- His anytime dish is chicken biryani.
- Ali’s favorite color is blue.
- He is a total Bollywood fan and enjoys watching movies in his free time. His favorite actors are Shah Rukh Khan and Al Pacino, while Kajol is his favorite actress.
- He doesn’t like swimming because he has a phobia of water.
- Fazal revealed in an interview that he convinced his parents to separate so that everyone’s life would be simple and happy. He added,
“I think it’s unfair for people to stay in a relationship just because they have children.”
- One of Ali’s aspirations was to become the lead guitarist of a band.
- According to reports, the costumes worn by the leading actors, including Ali, in the movie “Victoria and Abdul” have been preserved on official display at Osborne House, the Queen’s former residence.
- He helped organize a drag racing event in Lonavla as a tribute to Paul Walker.
- He held a concert titled “Rooh Kambdi” with singer Tochi Raina to raise funds for the victims of the earthquake in Nepal.
- Ali is considered a media-friendly figure.
- He is the celebrity endorser of RuPay, a domestic credit card scheme in India.
- According to Ali Fazal, his first salary was Rs. At the age of 19, he worked in a call center while in college, earning 8,000.
First salary – 8000/- Age – 19 Paying college fees through call center during college. https://t.co/z2julqM576
— Ali Fazal M / अली (@alifazal9) November 18, 2020
- Ali Fazal is a big fan of Alexander McQueen and has several jackets from the brand in his wardrobe. He also has suits from D&G and Dior in his wardrobe.
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