Personal Information

Full Name: Ravi Kapoor (professionally known as Jeetendra)

Nickname: Jumping Jack, Jumping Jitendra (due to his energetic dance style)

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1942-04-07

Languages Known: Hindi, English, Marathi

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Food Habit: Vegetarian

Religion: Hindu (Sindhi Hindu family)

Hobbies: Dancing, watching films, spending time with family, reading spiritual books

Education

School: St. Sebastian's High School, Mumbai

College: Siddharth Jain College, Mumbai (graduated)

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Physical Stats

Height: 175 cm

Weight: 75 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Pandit Amarnath Kapoor (textile businessman) Mother: Not publicly named (homemaker)

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: married

Wife: Shobha Kapoor

Children: 2

Career

Current Position: Veteran Actor, Film Producer, Businessman (semi-retired from acting; active as producer and mentor)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹300-400 crore

Awards & Achievements: Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (2007) Padma Shri (2022) Known as "Jumping Jack" for 1970s-80s hits (Himmatwala, Tohfa, Justice Chaudhary) Over 200 films; iconic romantic hero in Farz, Fasle, Himmatwala Produced landmark TV shows via Balaji Telefilms: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Kumkum, Bade Achhe Lagte Hain

Biography Details

Jeetendra (born Ravi Kapoor on April 7, 1942, in Amravati, Maharashtra) is a legendary Indian actor and producer known as Bollywood's "Jumping Jack" for his energetic dance moves in the 1970s-80s. Debuting in Geet Gaya Patharon Ne (1964), he became a superstar with romantic hits like Farz (1967) and mass entertainers (Himmatwala, Tohfa). Married to Shobha Kapoor since 1972, father to Ekta and Tusshar Kapoor.

He co-founded Balaji Telefilms with Ekta, revolutionizing Indian television with daily soaps. Semi-retired from acting, he remains a mentor and producer. Honored with Padma Shri (2022) and Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, his legacy spans over 200 films and iconic TV content that shaped Indian entertainment.

• January 2026: Jeetendra attended a family event celebrating Ekta Kapoor's latest TV production milestone; shared nostalgic photos from his Himmatwala days with fans on social media.
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• Ongoing 2026: Balaji Telefilms continues expanding digital content on OTT platforms; Jeetendra remains advisory role in key decisions.
• December 2025 carryover: Tributes on his 83rd birthday (April 2025) highlighted his transition from on-screen hero to TV mogul; fans remembered his iconic dance numbers and family legacy.
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• No major acting comeback; focus on health, family, and mentoring grandson Laksshya Kapoor (Tusshar's son).

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