Actor
Suniel Shetty
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Mulki, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Years Active
30-35
Suniel Shetty – Biography
Basic Information
- Full Name: Suniel Veerappa Shetty
- Popular Name: Anna (nickname in Bollywood)
- Date of Birth: 11 August 1961
- Age (2025): 64 years
- Birthplace: Mulki, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
- Years Active: 1992 – present
- Spouse: Mana Shetty (married in 1991)
- Children: Athiya Shetty (Actress), Ahan Shetty (Actor)
Suniel Shetty – Education
- Schooling: Attended Don Bosco High School, Matunga, Mumbai.
- Higher Education: Completed pre-university education in commerce.
- Further Studies: Did a hotel management course at IHM Mumbai (Institute of Hotel Management) before entering films.
- Additional Training: Trained in karate and fitness, which later helped him in action roles in films.
Suniel Shetty – Career Highlights
- 1992 – Debut: Entered Bollywood with the action film Balwaan, earning recognition for his strong screen presence.
- 1994 – Breakthrough: Achieved fame with hits like Mohra, Dilwale, and Gopi Kishan, establishing himself as an action and versatile actor.
- 1997 – National Attention: Starred in Border, one of the highest-grossing war dramas of the time.
- 2000s – Comedy & Villain Roles: Delivered memorable performances in Hera Pheri, Dhadkan, Main Hoon Na, and Hulchul, balancing comic, action, and antagonist roles.
- Regional Cinema: Acted in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films, expanding his presence across Indian cinema.
- Producer & Entrepreneur: Founded Popcorn Entertainment and ventured into restaurants, fitness, and wellness businesses.
- Television & OTT: Judge on shows like India’s Asli Champion, and starred in web series Dharavi Bank (2022) and Hunter (2023).
- Recent Projects: Preparing for multi-starrer Welcome to the Jungle (2025) and continuing appearances in OTT and film projects.
- Legacy: Known for versatility across action, comedy, and villain roles, fitness advocacy, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Suniel Shetty – Recent Activity
- Appeared in the second season of his web series Hunter – Tootega Nahi Todega (premiered 2024).
- Upcoming film projects include Hera Pheri 3 and Welcome to the Jungle.
- Cast in the film Kesari Veer (2025).
- Participated in public discussions regarding his daughter Athiya Shetty’s new baby.
- Created and shared fitness-related content for his fans.
Suniel Shetty Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Dilwale | Nominated |
| 1998 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Border | Nominated |
| 1998 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Border | Nominated |
| 2001 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Refugee | Nominated |
| 2001 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Refugee | Nominated |
| 2001 | IIFA Awards | Best Villain | Dhadkan | Nominated |
| 2001 | Filmfare Awards | Best Villain | Dhadkan | Won |
| 2001 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Dhadkan | Won |
| 2004 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Qayamat: City Under Threat | Nominated |
| 2005 | Filmfare Awards | Best Villain | Main Hoon Na | Won |
| 2005 | IIFA Awards | Best Villain | Main Hoon Na | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Red Alert: The War Within | Won |
| 2021 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Tamil | Darbar | Nominated |
About Suniel Shetty
Suniel Shetty is an Indian actor, producer, entrepreneur, and fitness icon known for his work in Bollywood films, as well as regional cinema.
He was born on 11 August 1961 in Mulki, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
He made his Bollywood debut with Balwaan (1992).
Some of his popular films include Mohra, Dilwale, Border, Hera Pheri, Dhadkan, Main Hoon Na, Hulchul, De Dana Dan, Red Alert: The War Within, and Darbar.
Yes, he is married to Mana Shetty, a social worker and businesswoman.
Yes, he has two children: Athiya Shetty, an actress, and Ahan Shetty, an actor.
He is known for his fitness, entrepreneurship, restaurants, production ventures, and philanthropy.
Yes, he has hosted and judged TV shows like India’s Asli Champion, and starred in web series such as Dharavi Bank and Hunter – Tootega Nahi Todega.
His recent work includes the second season of Hunter (2024), upcoming films Hera Pheri 3, Welcome to the Jungle, and Kesari Veer (2025).
Fans and colleagues often call him “Anna” as a mark of respect.