Randeep Singh Hooda, a talented actor, was born on August 20, 1976, in Rohtak, Haryana, India. He has had a diverse career, spanning multiple genres and languages.
Hooda's acting journey began with Mira Nair's Oscar-nominated film Monsoon Wedding, followed by his association with Naseeruddin Shah's theater troupe Motley. He has worked with renowned directors like Mira Nair, Deepa Mehta, and Ram Gopal Varma, among others.
Throughout his career, Hooda has taken on diverse roles, from romantic thrillers to crime dramas. His portrayal of a gangster who falls in love with a married woman in Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster earned rave reviews. He has also starred in National Award-winning films like Rang Rasiya and Jannat 2.
Hooda's recent projects include the Netflix original film Extraction, where he played the role of Saju, and the romantic drama Love Aaj Kal 2. He has also been involved in various other films, including Main Aur Charles, Laal Rang, and Sarabjit.
Apart from his acting career, Hooda is a passionate equestrian and has won several medals in professional equestrian sports, including polo and show jumping. He is also a social activist, having worked on various causes, including relief efforts during the 2018 Kerala floods and tiger conservation.
In 2020, Hooda was appointed as the ambassador for aquatic migratory species by the United Nations Environment Program. He is currently engaged in various projects, including Radhe, Rat on a Highway, and Unfair & Lovely, and is set to make his debut in the Indian television series "A Suitable Boy".
