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Imran Khan
Active Hindi Cinema
- FromMadison, Wisconsin, United States
- Based inMumbai, India
- Age43 years
- Active2008 – 2015; 2026 – Present
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Imran Khan Biography
Imran Khan (born 13 January 1983) is an American actor and director of Indian origin, known for his work in Hindi-language films. This profile covers the Bollywood actor; he is not related to, and should not be confused with, the Pakistani cricketer and politician of the same name.
He was born in Madison, Wisconsin, in the United States, to Anil Pal, a software engineer, and Nuzhat Khan, a psychologist. His parents divorced when he was about eighteen months old and he kept his mother’s surname as a tribute to her. He is a nephew of the actor Aamir Khan and the director-producer Mansoor Khan, and a grandson of the director-producer Nasir Hussain. He appeared as a child artist in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) and Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) before training in filmmaking and acting at the New York Film Academy.
Khan made his adult debut in Abbas Tyrewala’s romantic comedy Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008), a critical and commercial success that won him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. He followed it with the successful romantic comedies I Hate Luv Storys (2010) and Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011) and the black comedy Delhi Belly (2011). After a run of poorly received releases, Katti Batti (2015) became his last leading role to date. He made his directorial debut with the documentary short Mission Mars: Keep Walking India (2018) and returned to the screen in 2026 with a special appearance in Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos.
Basic Details
- Full Name: Imran Khan
- Date of Birth: 13 January 1983
- Birthplace: Madison, Wisconsin, United States
- Nationality: American, of Indian origin
- Occupation: Actor, director
- Years Active: 2008–2015; 2026–present
- Education: New York Film Academy
- Parents: Anil Pal and Nuzhat Khan
- Family: Nephew of Aamir Khan and Mansoor Khan; grandson of Nasir Hussain
- Personal Life: Married Avantika Malik in January 2011; the marriage ended in divorce in 2019. Daughter, Imara Malik Khan (born June 2014). In a relationship with the actress Lekha Washington since 2024.
- Base: Mumbai, India
Career Highlights
| Year | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak | Young Raj; child artist |
| 1992 | Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar | Young Sanjaylal; child artist |
| 2008 | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na | Jai “Rats” Singh Rathore; adult debut |
| 2008 | Kidnap | Kabir Devendra Sharma |
| 2009 | Luck | Ram Mehra |
| 2010 | I Hate Luv Storys | Jay Dhingra |
| 2010 | Jhootha Hi Sahi | Voice-over |
| 2010 | Break Ke Baad | Abhay Gulati |
| 2011 | Delhi Belly | Tashi Dorjee Lhatoo; English-language film |
| 2011 | Mere Brother Ki Dulhan | Kush Agnihotri |
| 2012 | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu | Rahul Kapoor |
| 2013 | Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola | Hukum Singh Matru; also playback singer |
| 2013 | Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara! | Aslam Siddiqui |
| 2013 | Gori Tere Pyaar Mein | Sriram Venkat |
| 2015 | Katti Batti | Madhav “Maddy” Kabra; last leading role to date |
| 2018 | Mission Mars: Keep Walking India | Director; documentary short |
| 2026 | Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos | Milind Morea; special appearance |
Awards and Nominations
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Filmfare Award – Best Male Debut | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na — Won |
| 2009 | AXN Action Awards – Best Actor in a Negative Role | Kidnap — Won |
| 2009 | Screen Award – Most Promising Newcomer (Male) | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na — Nominated |
| 2009 | Stardust Award – Superstar of Tomorrow (Male) | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na — Nominated |
| 2010 | Stardust Award – Superstar of Tomorrow (Male) | Luck — Nominated |
| 2011 | Screen Award – Best Actor (Popular Choice) | I Hate Luv Storys — Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Award – Best Actor (Comedy/Romance) | I Hate Luv Storys — Nominated |
| 2011 | GQ Men of the Year – Chivas Award for Outstanding Achievement | — Won |
| 2012 | Zee Cine Award – International Male Icon | — Nominated |
| 2012 | Screen Award – Best Actor (Popular Choice) | Delhi Belly and Mere Brother Ki Dulhan — Nominated |
| 2012 | Screen Award – Best Ensemble Cast | Delhi Belly — Nominated |
| 2013 | Screen Award – Best Actor (Popular Choice) | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu — Nominated |
| 2013 | Stardust Award – Best Actor (Comedy/Romance) | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu — Nominated |
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About Imran Khan
Who is Imran Khan?
Imran Khan is an American-born Indian actor known for films like Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na, I Hate Luv Storys, and Delhi Belly.
When did Imran Khan make his Bollywood debut?
He debuted in 2008 with the hit film Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na.
How is Imran Khan related to Aamir Khan?
He is Aamir Khan’s nephew through his mother, Nuzhat Khan.
What are Imran Khan’s popular movies?
Some of his notable films include I Hate Luv Storys, Delhi Belly, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, and Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu.
Is Imran Khan still acting?
He stepped away from acting after Katti Batti (2015), directed the documentary short Mission Mars: Keep Walking India (2018), and returned to the screen in 2026 with a special appearance in Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos.
Has Imran Khan won any awards?
Yes, he has won 3 awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
What other work does Imran Khan do?
Along with acting, he has been involved in filmmaking, direction, and social activism.
Where was Imran Khan born?
He was born in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
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