Introduction
Ayushmann Khurrana is a household name within the Bollywood frat. With his versatility and talent, he created room in millions of hearts. Ayushmann was born on September 14, 1984, in Chandigarh, India, and made his way to the glamor and entertainment world. He is an actor, singer, and television anchor, so he can be termed as a multifaceted star.
He was noticed when he won the second season of MTV Roadies in 2004. His win opened many doors and soon he became a popular radio jockey and television anchor known for his unique voice and liveliness that kept him the favorites of the audience.
However, it was Bollywood’s debut that took him to almost every household. In 2012, Ayushmann became an overnight sensation with the film “Vicky Donor,” where he played the role of a sperm donor. . But what set him apart was the choice of these bold roles, contrasting from the typical roles meant for the heroes in Bollywood.
From a socially relevant erectile dysfunction-stricken man in “Shubh Mangal Saavdhan” to a blind pianist in “Andhadhun,” the films have been quite unique in themselves. Over the years, Ayushmann has donned unconventionally crafted socially relevant edgy roles. That he pulls off such diversity in roles has certainly made him a crowd favorite, if not critics.
Ayushmann is also a good singer with songs like “Pani Da Rang” and “Mitti Di Khushboo” to his name. He has a soulful voice which furnishes a quite different appeal to his career accomplishments.
Early Life and Education of Ayushmann Khurrana
Ayushmann Khuranna completed his education from St. John’s High School and DAV College in Chandigarh. Ayushmann majored in English Literature and has a Master’s Degree in Mass Communication from School of Communication Studies, Punjab University in Chandigarh. He did serious theatre for five years. He was also the founder member of DAV College’s “Aaghaaz” and “Manchtantra” which are active theatre groups in Chandigarh. Ayushmann has conceived and acted in street plays. His achievements include winning prizes in national college festivals like Mood Indigo (IIT Bombay) and St. Bedes Simla. He has also won a Best Actor prize for his portrayal of Ashwatthama in Andha Yug by Dharamvir Bharati.
Beginning of his career
A truly remarkable and inspiring journey could be that of Ayushmann Khurrana in the world of entertainment. The year 2004 saw him begin his career with a win on the popular reality show MTV Roadies. Ayushmann was just another young, ambitious college lad of Chandigarh who embarked on a journey to become a contestant on the show, titled MTV Roadies Season 2, when he won it. His confidence, charm, and determination helped him win MTV Roadies Season 2. This victory was a significant turning point in his life and opened many doors for him.
After winning MTV Roadies, Ayushmann landed in Mumbai to follow his dreams. He got himself a job as an RJ at Big FM in Delhi. His show, “Maan Na Maan, Main Tera Ayushmann,” became a hit show. Indeed, the fact that Ayushmann has a unique voice and a great sense of humor, to which good presentation skills are added, made him a hot favorite with listeners. His identity as an RJ in Delhi gave a lot of confidence in furthering his ambition about being in the entertainment world.
Along with his radio stint, Ayushmann also ventured into anchoring on television. He has anchored a couple of hit shows on television—”India’s Got Talent,” “Music Ka Maha Muqqabla,” and “Just Dance.” With his affable style and inborn talent to connect, he emerged a natural on the small screen.
Already in the initial days of his career, Ayushmann was a radio jockey and hosted television programs, too, which gave him a perfect head start before he entered the world of Bollywood. He was able to attain a position wherein he could learn a lot about Bollywood, develop his public speaking skills, and garner quite a good fraction of fans in the very little span of time.
Bollywood Debut Film: “Vicky Donor”
Astounding was Ayushmann’s entry into Bollywood in 2012 with his very first release, “Vicky Donor.” A comedy-drama film directed by Shoojit Sircar, it had a different storyline about sperm donation. Ayushmann played Vicky Arora, who was easygoing and friendly, a person who does boring work while trying his best to make easy money.
The film was a roaring success, and the wound was fresh in its storyline and, more surprisingly, in its concept. Ayushmann was hailed by all for bringing out the perfect balance between humor and the sensitivity of the character, one that eventually got Vicky Arora to be one of the most authentic characters ever. Success of ‘Vicky Donor’ was not only a brilliant start he enjoyed in his acting career but also showed his willingness for unconventional, bold roles right from scratch.
Ayushmann personally spent time with a few real-life sperm donors to know about their experiences and feelings, and that really reflected in his character when he played the role with great conviction but absolute empathy. To be so believable yet absolutely empathetic in playing the role was a testament to his dedication. He also sang the very popular song “Pani Da Rang” for the movie, which very well suited everything that the movie stands for.
“Vicky Donor” set a precedent with Ayushmann Khurrana, reflecting his knack for choosing fresh and unmissable characters. The film awards include the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Ayushmann himself got a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut, establishing his name in the industry as a promising new talent.
This movie was more than his very Bollywood break; it was the boasting testimony of the word that he had to wager on acting and storytelling. Serenading a youthful career of performances that were meaningful and entertaining.
Quotes from Ayushmann Khurrana
“I’ve realized something: Either you have to be a superstar or your script has to be one. So till the time I’m not a superstar, my scripts should do that job”.
When you have a mainstream actor who is attached to a subject like this (Article 15 (2019)), it reaches out to a wider audience. We want to reach out to people who believe in caste discrimination and if we are able to change the mindset of one person that will be the true victory for us.
Success is a lousy teacher but failure is a friend, philosopher and guide.
Most participants had shifted base to Mumbai to capitalize on the Roadies fame. My dad rightly says that I was not prepared. There was no dearth of talented people in Mumbai, but what there was a dearth of was intelligent talent. So he asked me not to put my studies at stake.
When I used to audition for TV, they said all sorts of things. Some said my eyebrows are too thick. Others said my accent is too Punjabi.
Fun Facts about Ayushmann Khurrana
- Ayushmann Khurrana turns to a language coach to learn Urdu while shooting in Lucknow.
- He reveals that his wife was upset with him kissing on screen in ‘Vicky Donor’.
- After about a two-year wait, singer-actor Ayushmann Khurrana is gearing up to return with yet another single, ‘Chan Kitthan’. The song is his third collaboration with Bhushan Kumar after ‘Ik Vaari’ and ‘Yahin Hoon Main’, and features South actress Pranitha Subhash as his love interest.
- Ayushmann Khurrana: My wife would’ve left me if my films were working back then.
- Ayushmann, the charmer, can pull off both girls and guys. He was once invited to a party by a gay club in Chandigarh, but he never went. But yes, he loved hanging around with the community.
Net Worth of Ayushmann Khurrana
Ayushmann Khurrana has an estimated net worth of around USD 10 million (INR 82 crore) and takes an annual income of around USD 1.2 million (INR 10 crore), the biggest sources being movies, singing, and brand endorsements. He earns an estimated USD 96,540 per month, equivalent to INR 80 lakh. The actor charges approximately USD 1.2 million or INR 10 crore for a movie.
But very few know that the actor invested in grooming start-up The Man Company in the year 2019. Besides this, he is also the face for brands like Daniel Wellington, KitKat, Toyota, Bajaj Allianz and more. He charges USD 422,289 (INR 3.5 crore) for brand endorsements. Ayushmann also takes up a lot of concerts across the globe, which has created a good money basket for the actor.
Properties owned by Ayushmann Khurrana
Ayushmann stays in a luxurious rented home in Andheri. The actor resides in Windsor Grande, presumably paying a rent of $6,335 (INR 5.25 Lakh) every month for the 4,000-sq-ft home that consists of 7 bedrooms and the best installations of the house.
The actor has many of his real estate properties in Chandigarh itself and has one lavish property in Panchkula, valued at around USD 1 million or INR 9 crores. He also bought a property in Mumbai’s Andheri suburb worth USD 3.5 million or INR 19.30 crores.
Among them is a really beautiful Mercedes-Maybach GLS600, which is valued at $337,929 US dollars (₹2.80 crore), a BMW 5 Se-ries at $89,897 US dollars (₹74.50 lakh), and an Audi A4 at $59,078 US dollars (₹48.96 lakh) well; and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class at $386,135 US dollars (₹3.20 crore).
Conclusion
Ayushmann Khurrana is a pure gem star who has won hearts with his acting, singing, and charming persona. From the very unforgettable performance in “Vicky Donor” to his heart-touching voice, he never disappoints in selecting projects that are both interesting and full of good content. His journey from the winner of a reality show to being the face of Bollywood has been a true testament to his dedication and caliber. Ayushmann never gives up and continually peps the public with his work, which takes place somewhere in the hearts of billions. Be it his bold role choices or his benevolent disposition, Ayushmann comes out truly multifaceted and admired as an artist.
