Personal Information

Full Name: Gulshan Grover

Nickname: Bad Man (of Bollywood)

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1955-09-21

Languages Known: Hindi, English, Punjabi

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian

Religion: Hinduism

Hobbies: Reading, writing (authored autobiography Badman), fitness, family time, mentoring young actors

Education

School: Government school in Delhi (basic education)

College: Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University

Degrees Obtained: Master's degree in Commerce (M.Com)

Physical Stats

Height: 170 cm

Weight: 70 kg

Family Information

Parents: Not publicly disclosed

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: married

Wife: Not Public

Children: 1

Career

Current Position: Actor, Film Producer, Author, Brand Ambassador

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹50-66 crore (around $6-8 million USD; from long career, endorsements, properties)

Awards & Achievements: National Film Award nomination – Best Supporting Actor (I Am Kalam, 2010) Best Actor International – New York City Film Festival & Houston Film Festival (for Indian Hollyman) Known as "Bad Man" after iconic roles in Ram Lakhan (1989), Saudagar, Hera Pheri series, International Khiladi, Hollywood films like Gang Related Over 400 films (Hindi, international); one of first Indian actors in Hollywood; autobiography Badman (2019)

Biography Details

Gulshan Grover (born September 21, 1955, in New Delhi) is a veteran Indian actor and producer, famously dubbed Bollywood's "Bad Man" for his impactful villain roles. After earning a Master's in Commerce from Shri Ram College of Commerce, he pursued acting, training at the Actors Studio and teaching there before debuting in films. He rose to fame with negative characters in hits like Ram Lakhan, Hera Pheri, and international projects.

With over 400 films, he bridged Bollywood and Hollywood. Divorced twice, he has a son, Sanjay Grover. Author of Badman (2019), he remains active at 70 as a brand ambassador for Badman Grooming. His smoky voice, intensity, and versatility earned nominations like National Film Award for I Am Kalam. Grover continues inspiring through perseverance and legacy in cinema.

• January 2026: Gulshan Grover attended the Golden Wings Book Awards 2026 as celebrity guest, adding star power to the event celebrating books and authors (held in early 2026; he shared posts about the evening).

• January 18, 2026: Participated in an event in Dehradun organized by Parmanu Defence Academy (as guest/speaker).
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• Ongoing from late 2025 into 2026: His grooming brand "Badman" won the Golden Wings Book Award (for related efforts or branding); New Year 2026 greetings shared as brand ambassador, wishing confidence and elegance.

• Recent reflections: Interviews/tributes on his journey from struggling actor to icon, crediting Subhash Ghai for establishing "Bad Man" persona in Saudagar and Ram Lakhan. No major film releases noted in early 2026; focus on legacy, brand work, and family (emotional stories about son Sanjay returning to India).

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