Himmanshoo Malhotra, also spelt as Himanshu, is an Indian actor who is known for his role in the Bollywood films like Shershaah (2021), Wajah Tum Ho (2016), and the television show Bhagonwali – Baante Apni Taqdeer (2010) on Zee TV.
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Wiki/Biography
Himmanshoo Malhotra aka Himanshu Ashok Malhotra [1]Himanshu ASHOK Malhotra – Instagram was born on Friday, 2 April 1982 (age 40 years; as of 2022) in New Delhi, India. His zodiac sign is Aries. He studied till matriculation at Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, New Delhi. Himmanshoo completed his higher studies at Kulachi Hans Raj Model School. In 1999, Himmanshoo graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hindu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi. In 2003, he earned a postgraduate diploma in International Business from Amity University. [2]Himanshu Ashok Malhotra – Facebook
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his college friends
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
Weight (approx.): 75 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest 38″, Waist 32″, Biceps 16″
Family
Himmanshoo Malhotra belongs to a Punjabi Khatri family.
A childhood picture of Himmanshoo Malhotra with his parents
Parents & Siblings
Himmanshoo’s father’s name is Ashok Malhotra. He passed away in 2013.
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his father, Ashok Malhotra
His mother’s name is Anju Malhotra.
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his mother, Anju Malhotra
Himmanshoo has a younger brother, Mohit Malhotra, and an elder sister, Pooja Malhotra.
Childhood picture of Himmanshoo Malhotra with his brother Mohit Malhotra
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his brother
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his sister Pooja Malhotra
Wife & Children
Himmanshoo Malhotra is married to actress Amruta Khanvilkar.
Himmanshoo Malhotra with Amruta Khanvilkar
They first met on the sets of the television show Zee Cine Stars Ki Khoj (2004). In 2004, the couple started dating, and on 24 January 2015, they got married in Delhi.
Amruta Khanvilkar and Himmanshoo Malhotra at their wedding ceremony
In an interview, talking about his wife, Himmanshoo said,
We have known each other for a long time. She has supported me in every good and bad. Getting married proved to be the best decision for me.” [3]Dainik Bhaskar
Relationships/Affairs
In an interview, Himmanshoo Malhotra revealed that he dated someone during his school and college days for around four years. He said,
I was dating someone, at that point of time, from my school days actually. She was in Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, and I was in Hindu. It lasted till the second year of college, almost three and a half to four years of relationship. At the end of the final year, we split. I used to go and pick her up from Khalsa College on a scooter, which I had at that point, we used to go for movies and everything. [4]Hindustan Times
Career
Film
In 2006, Himmanshoo made his Bollywood debut with the film Mr Khujli in which he played the role of Raj.
Poster of Himmanshoo Malhotra’s debut film Mr Khujli
In 2016, Himmanshoo appeared in the film Wajah Tum Ho in which he played the role of Karan Parekhas. In 2019, he was seen in the film Hum Chaar in which he played the role of Aarambh. In 2021, Himmanshoo appeared in the film Shershaah, which is the biopic of Captain Vikram Batra, who sacrificed his life fighting for India in the Kargil war.
Himmanshoo Malhotra during the shoot of his film Shershah
He played the role of Captain Rajeev Kapoor alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani. In an interview, he said,
I am so happy that my role has been appreciated by the audience. Accolades have been pouring in from all corners. People from various cities across the world have commented on my authentic looks; that’s a very warm feedback and also close to my heart. While shooting the film, I had a great time. And now when people are appreciating my work, it feels even better.” [5]The Tribune
Television
In 2004, Himmanshoo made his television debut with Zee TV’s show “India’s Best Cinestar ki Khoj”. He has appeared in various other shows like Star One’s ‘Ssshhhh… Phir Koi Hai’ (2007), Sahara One’s ‘Kaisi Laagi Lagan’ as Swayam (2008), Zee TV’s ‘Aap Ki Antara’ as Sameer (2009).
Himmanshoo Malhotra in the show Aap Ki Antara
In 2010, he made his appearance in the Zee TV show Bhagonwali-Baante Apni Taqdeer in which he played the role of Guddu Shukla. Next, he was seen in other shows like Sony TV’s ‘Love Marriage Ya Arranged Marriage’ as Anoop Sisodya (2012), Sony TV’s ‘Encounter’ as Inspector Tilak Nambiyar (2014), UTV Bindass’ ‘Yeh Hai Aashiqui’ as Inspector Mayur (2014), and StarPlus’ ‘Airlines’ as Rohit Mafatlal (2015).
Himmanshoo Malhotra in the show Yeh Hai Aashiqui
In 2015, Himmanshoo, along with his wife, Amruta, participated in the dance reality show Nach Baliye Season 7, and the couple won the show.
Winner of Nach Baliye 7 Himmanshoo Malhotra and Amruta Khanvilkar
In an interview, he talked about winning the dance reality show with his wife and said,
Winning matters a lot in our country and it is often associated with a lot of happiness. We obviously wanted to win and now that we’ve won, we’re very happy. It’s like people’ prayers been answered and I feel like it’s Eid for us today.” [6]NDTV
In 2016, he participated in the Colors TV’S sports reality show Box Cricket League Season 2 and Color’s stunt reality show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 7. He appeared in a few other TV shows like Star Plus’ Dil Jaise Dhadke… Dhadakne Do as Dr Sanjay (2020) and Chikoo Ki Mummy Durr Kei as Milind Joshi (2022).
Controversy
Cheating charges in a dance reality show
In 2015, Himmanshoo Malhotra and Amruta Khanvilkar participated in the dance reality show Nach Baliye Season 7. The couple reached the final episode, and they were given a number that they would use to ask for votes from their fans. The couple allegedly used unfair means to gather votes as they leaked the number before their performance was aired. However, it could not be proved later. [7]DNA India
Car Collection
Himmanshoo owns an Audi A4 and Honda Jazz.
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his car
Himmanshoo Malhotra with his Honda Jazz car
Favourites
- Food: Rajma Chawal, curry, and Gulab Jamun
- Actor(s): Ranbir Kapoor, Hrithik Roshan, and Hugh Jackman
- Actress(es): Deepika Padukone and Scarlett Johansson
- Holiday Destination: Macau
- Restaurant: China Town in Mumbai
- Movie: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
- Colour(s): Black, Blue, and Grey
- Beverage: Strawberry Frappuccino
- Brand: Rosso Brunello
- Author: Andrew Matthews, an Australian author
Facts/Trivia
- Himmanshoo actively participated in fashion shows, acting and drama clubs, and choreography events during his college days.
Himmanshoo Malhotra is seen performing on stage in his college days
Himmanshoo Malhotra at an event in his college
- Himmanshoo is a fitness enthusiast. He prefers to have a variety in his workout regime like swimming, yoga, pilates, and cardio.
Himmanshoo Malhotra at the gym
Himmanshoo Malhotra is seen practising Yoga
- After 8 days of marriage, Himanshoo and Amruta got the offer to participate in the television dance reality show ‘Nach Baliye 7.’
- He is fondly called by the name Himmi by his friends and family.
- Himmanshoo is very fond of reading books, and he prefers to read non-fiction books.
- In 2017, Himmanshoo Malhotra created a YouTube channel ‘Share and Grow Initiative’ through which he, reportedly, inspires youth with his life experiences, interactive live sessions, query sessions, and motivational speaking.
- Since childhood, Himmanshoo aspired to become a professional cricketer. In an interview, talking about his career aspirations, he said,
I wanted to become a cricketer and for many years I kept pursuing that dream, but it never happened. As a result, I was tired, and angry.” [8]The Times of India
Himmanshoo Malhotra shared a post on Instagram in which he is seen playing cricket
