Sushant Singh Rajput Biography: Family, Career, Net Worth, Movies, Education & Life Facts
Quick Info Box
Details | Information |
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Full Name | Sushant Singh Rajput |
Nickname | SSR |
Birth Date | January 21, 1986 |
Death Date | June 14, 2020 |
Age at Death | 34 years |
Birthplace | Patna, Bihar, India |
Profession | Actor, Dancer, Entrepreneur |
Nationality | Indian |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Years Active | 2008 – 2020 |

👨👩👧 Family Background
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Father: Krishna Kumar Singh (Retired Government Officer)
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Mother: Usha Singh (Passed away in 2002)
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Siblings: 4 elder sisters (one of them, Mitu Singh, is a state-level cricketer)
💕 Relationships
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Ankita Lokhande (Actress): Dated for 6 years (2009–2016); met on Pavitra Rishta
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Kriti Sanon (Rumored): Co-star in Raabta
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Rhea Chakraborty (Rumored): Alleged last girlfriend in 2019–2020
Marital Status: Unmarried
🎓 Education
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Schooling: St. Karen’s High School, Patna & Kulachi Hansraj Model School, Delhi
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College: Delhi College of Engineering (DCE), now DTU – Mechanical Engineering
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Qualification: Left in 3rd year to pursue acting
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Academic Achievements:
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Ranked 7th in AIEEE (All India Engineering Entrance Exam)
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Won Physics Olympiad; passionate about astrophysics and quantum physics
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💼 Career Journey & Success Story
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TV Debut: Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil (2008)
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Breakthrough TV Role: Pavitra Rishta (2009–2011) as Manav Deshmukh
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Bollywood Debut: Kai Po Che! (2013)
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Rise to Stardom: Known for versatile roles in movies and method acting
🎥 Sushant Singh Rajput Movie List
Year | Movie | Role |
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2013 | Kai Po Che! | Ishaan Bhatt |
2014 | Shuddh Desi Romance | Raghu |
2014 | PK | Sarfaraz |
2015 | Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! | Byomkesh Bakshy |
2016 | M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story | Mahendra Singh Dhoni |
2017 | Raabta | Shiv / Jilaan |
2018 | Kedarnath | Mansoor Khan |
2019 | Sonchiriya | Lakhan Singh/Baagh |
2019 | Chhichhore | Anirudh Pathak (Anni) |
2020 | Dil Bechara | Manny |
🏆 Achievements & Legacy
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Best Male Debut: Screen Award for Kai Po Che!
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Filmfare Nomination: Best Actor for M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
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Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award: Best Actor (2017)
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Honored posthumously for contributions to cinema and science awareness
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Known for his love of space, physics, and astrophysics
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Owned a telescope to observe Saturn’s rings
💸 Net Worth (At Time of Death)
Source | Estimated Value (INR) | Estimated Value (USD) |
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Net Worth | ₹50–60 Crore | $7–8 Million |
Monthly Income | ₹30–50 Lakhs | $40,000–$70,000 |
Film Charges | ₹5–8 Crore per movie | $600K–$1 Million |
Brand Endorsements | ₹2–3 Crore per year | $250K–$400K |

🏠 Properties Owned
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Flat in Bandra, Mumbai (Mont Blanc Building)
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Farmhouse near Lonavala – with telescopes and nature setup
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Luxury Cars & Bikes: Maserati Quattroporte, Range Rover, BMW K 1300 R, Land Rover
🎯 Hobbies & Interests
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Stargazing, astrophysics, reading quantum theory
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Gaming (owned advanced gaming setups)
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Dancing – trained at Shiamak Davar’s institute
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Martial arts and fitness training
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Philanthropy & Education Initiatives (launched learning platforms)
📢 Legacy
Sushant was more than just a Bollywood actor—he was a thinker, dreamer, and a seeker of knowledge. His untimely death shocked the nation and sparked discussions around mental health, nepotism, and justice in the entertainment industry. Fans continue to celebrate his spirit and vision for a better world.