Actor
Jim Sarbh
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
2014–Present
Jim Sarbh – Biography
Jim Sarbh – Full Information
- Full Name: Jim Sarbh
- Profession: Actor, Theatre Director
- Date of Birth: 27 August 1987
- Age: 38 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Zoroastrian (Parsi)
- Ethnicity: Parsi
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 70 kg
- Eye Colour: Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
- Father: Former Master Mariner and Regional Director at P&O Ports
- Mother: Retired Physiotherapist
- Siblings: Not publicly known
Education
- American School of Bombay, Mumbai
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 2014 | Made his film debut with Shuruaat Ka Interval. |
| 2016 | Gained nationwide recognition for playing Khalil in Neerja. |
| 2017 | Earned critical acclaim for A Death in the Gunj and appeared in Raabta. |
| 2018 | Played Malik Kafur in Padmaavat and Zubin Mistry in Sanju, strengthening his position in Bollywood. |
| 2019 | Starred in Photograph, which premiered at international film festivals, and appeared in the web series Made in Heaven. |
| 2020 | Featured in the Netflix film Yeh Ballet. |
| 2022 | Received widespread praise for portraying Dr. Homi J. Bhabha in the web series Rocket Boys and appeared in Gangubai Kathiawadi. |
| 2023 | Reprised his role in Rocket Boys Season 2 and appeared in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. |
| 2025 | Starred in Pune Highway and Kuberaa, continuing to take on diverse and critically appreciated roles. |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film/Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer | Screen Award | Neerja | Won |
| 2016 | Stardust Awards | Best Breakthrough Performance – Male | Stardust Award | Neerja | Won |
| 2017 | International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards | Best Performance in a Negative Role | IIFA Award | Neerja | Won |
| 2017 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award | Neerja | Nominated |
| 2017 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Zee Cine Award | Neerja | Nominated |
| 2017 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Screen Award | Neerja | Nominated |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Filmfare Award | Padmaavat | Nominated |
| 2023 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Actor in a Drama Series | Filmfare OTT Award | Rocket Boys | Won |
| 2023 | Indian Television Academy (ITA) Awards | Best Actor – OTT | ITA Award | Rocket Boys | Won |
| 2023 | Asian Academy Creative Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Asian Academy Creative Award | Rocket Boys | Nominated |
About Jim Sarbh
Jim Sarbh is an Indian actor and theatre artist best known for his performances in Neerja, Padmaavat, Sanju, and Rocket Boys.
Jim Sarbh was born on 27 August 1987 and is 38 years old as of 2026.
No, Jim Sarbh is not married.
His portrayal of terrorist Khalil in Neerja is widely regarded as his breakthrough and most iconic performance.
Rocket Boys, where he portrayed Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, became one of his most acclaimed OTT performances.