Vivek Oberoi

Introduction

Vivek Oberoi is a well-known Indian actor. Vivek Oberoi mostly works in Hindi-language movies. In addition, he has acted in Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu films. He debuted as an actor in the 2002 gangster movie "Company" directed by Ram Gopal Varma, for which he won two Filmfare Awards.

The birthdate of Vivek Oberoi is September 3, 1976. Vivek Oberoi was born in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. As of 2023, Vivek Oberoi is 47 years old. Vivek Oberoi practices the Hindu religion. Virgo is Vivek Oberoi's zodiac sign. He stands 1.78 meters (5'10") tall.

Oberoi began his film career with Ram Gopal Varma's production company. Best Debut and Best Supporting Actor were his two Filmfare Award achievements. After that, he acted in the action films Dum and Road. He was the lead hero in Shaad Ali's film Saathiya, which was released in 2002. Because the film went well at the box office, he was nominated by Filmfare for Best Actor. Vivek Oberoi acted in various Hindi movies as the lead hero. A few of them are the comedy movie Masti and Yuva in 2004 and Kisna: The Warrior Poet in 2005.

Shakespeare's masterpiece Othello was adapted into a 2006 film Omkara, in which Vivek Oberoi played Kesu, a character based on Michael Cassio in the original play. After witnessing Oberoi's performance, Gulzar gave him praise. He played the part of the thug Maya Dolas in the 2007 movie "Shootout at Lokhandwala." Ekta Kapoor and Apoorva Lakhia produced Mission Istanbul (2008), in which Oberoi starred. During the 2008 "International Indian Film Academy Awards," he performed the song Apun Ke Saath, which was written and composed by Vikas Kohli for the movie. In 2009, Vivek Oberoi had a small role in Kurbaan. He made an appearance in Prince in 2010, but the movie did not go over well with viewers even though it opened up well at the box office. He starred as Telugu politician Paritala Ravi in Ram Gopal Varma's Rakht Charitra that same year. Vivek directed the 2011 movie Dekh Indian Circus. The movie was one of 380 that competed against 3000 other international films for the "Audience Choice Award for Best Film" at the 16th Busan Film Festival. The movie Kismat Love Paisa Dilli, which starred Vivek Oberoi, was poorly viewed and did not perform well at the box office when it was released in October 2012. He also played the role of Kaal, the antagonist, in Krrish 3. (2013). Oberoi voiced the character of Electro in the May 2014 release of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 with a Hindi dubbing.

Oberoi makes his Tamil film debut with Ajith Kumar in the 2017 action-thriller Vivegam. Bank Chor, a film starring Riteish Deshmukh and Rhea Chakraborty, has a screenplay co-written by Oberoi under the YRF banner. The 2019 film Lucifer, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, stars Vivek Oberoi as Bobby, the primary antagonist, making his Malayalam debut with Mohanlal. His portrayal as a villain was praised by critics and viewers alike. He was a talent judge on the reality series India's Best Dramebaaz for three seasons. He portrayed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the film PM Narendra Modi.

The Family of Vivek Oberoi

Suresh Oberoi is Vivek Oberoi's father, and Yashodhara Oberoi is his mother. Suresh Oberoi is a veteran actor and character artist. Vivek speaks Tamil easily as his mother's family had been incorporated into the South. Meghna Oberoi, Vivek Oberoi's sister, works as a painter and vocalist.

Education of Vivek Oberoi

Vivek Oberoi completed his schooling at Hyderabad Public School. Vivek excelled at sports while he was a student. He played hockey, cricket, football, and table tennis, among other sports. He even participated in state and national hockey competitions with his school team.

Vivek Oberoi attended Mithibai College in Mumbai and Mayo College in Ajmer after completing his education. Vivek was brought to New York University by the director, who had seen him at an actors' workshop in London. Vivek went on to finish his master's degree in theater acting there.

Relationships and Marriage of Vivek Oberoi

Gurpreet Gill

Vivek Oberoi fell madly in love with the model Gurpreet Gill. Together, they strolled with such confidence that it seemed like they were in a serious relationship. The two of them had a strong chemistry, and Gill used to go to most of Vivek's events.

When everyone was expecting Vivek and Gurpreet to announce their engagement, they broke up. Vivek Oberoi moved on to Aishwarya Rai after their breakup, but Gill found comfort with Timmy Narang.

Aishwarya Rai

Over the years, there have been ongoing discussions on Aishwarya Rai's relationship with Vivek Oberoi. According to reports, the actress dated Vivek Oberoi after her breakup with Salman Khan. However, she never publicly disclosed the reason for their breakup. During the shooting of "Kyon... Ho Gaya Na," which was their first movie together, Vivek and Aishwarya became quite close. But the actress never saw these accusations coming and has always seen Vivek as a close friend who helped her through a difficult time. Rumor has it that Vivek and Aishwarya broke up because of Vivek's poor box office performance. It is then said that she started seeing Abhishek Bachchan, whom she eventually married. As everyone knows, Aishwarya never opened up about her separation from Vivek or gave any reason for it.

Priyanka Alva, Vivek Oberoi's Wife

The families of the Oberois and Alvas were close for a very long time, and it was the families themselves that planned their meeting. Though he had no intention of marrying Priyanka, Vivek made the long trip to Florence specifically for this meeting. Vivek was in a cafe in Florence, waiting for Priyanka on a stunningly bright afternoon. He was well-prepared with a plan to make Priyanka feel uncomfortable.

However, all of Vivek's plans fell apart the moment he laid eyes on Priyanka, and a smile came on his face. They had one of their most open conversations ever in the cafe. They then traveled to Florence's Santa Trinita Bridge to see the breathtaking sunset. Vivek had even removed his jacket by the end of the day and set it down for Priyanka to sit on.

Their families introduced the two, and they instantly fell in love. According to a source, Vivek said that within twenty minutes, it was love at first sight for him. With two children, Vivaan Veer Oberoi and his daughter Ameyaa Nirvana Oberoi, the couple is now a happy married couple.

Movies and Career of Vivek Oberoi

Company (2002)

Ram Gopal Varma wrote and directed the Hindi-language gangster film Company in 2002. Mohanlal, Ajay Devgn, Seema Biswas, Manisha Koirala, Vivek Oberoi, and Antara Mali were among the movie's cast members. It is a sequel to the movie Satya and the second movie in the 1998 Indian Gangster trilogy. The main character of Company is Chandu, a mobster named Malik's henchmen. He forms a bond with Chandu, but it finally breaks down due to tension between them.

Saathiya (2002)

Shaad Ali directed, and Yash Raj Films produced the Hindi love drama movie Saathiya. The film features Vivek Oberoi and Rani Mukerji, with significant cameos from Tabu and Shah Rukh Khan. A. R. Rahman composed the music, while Gulzar wrote the lyrics.

The movie is a remake of Mani Ratnam's Tamil film Alaipayuthey (1998), which included music by AR Rahman. Sliding Doors movie is said to have been the inspiration for the film's climax. The film was a hit, according to Box Office India. Additionally, the movie won 6 Filmfare Awards.

Darna Mana Hai (2003)

Darna Mana Hai, an anthology horror movie in Hindi, was released in India in 2003. There are 6 different short stories in the film. Aftab Shivdasani, Nana Patekar, Vivek Oberoi, Sameera Reddy, Nana Patekar, Isha Koppikar, Saif Ali Khan, and Sohail Khan are a few of the many stars who acted in it.

Even though the film is now a cult favorite, it was initially met with intense disapproval. Producer Ram Gopal Varma went on to work on a sequel, Darna Zaroori Hai, in 2006; it had seven different directors, six new cinematographers, and a new ensemble cast. The same-named film Darna Mana Hai was initially released in Telugu.

Omkara (2006)

The William Shakespeare play "Othello" was adapted from the 2006 Indian thriller film Omkara, which was co-written and directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. Saif Ali Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Vivek Oberoi, Bipasha Basu, Ajay Devgn, and Kareena Kapoor were among the prominent actors in the ensemble group. Vishal Bhardwaj, the film's director, wrote the whole soundtrack, including the background score, while Gulzar wrote the lyrics. The film's shooting was done in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007)

Sanjay Gupta, Ekta Kapoor, and Apoorva Lakhia co-wrote and co-produced the action Shootout at Lokhandwala in 2007. Suresh Nair contributed to the script as well. Based on the actual gunfight between gangsters and the Bombay Police in 1991 at the Lokhandwala Complex, the movie features a number of well-known actors, including Amitabh Bachchan, Vivek Oberoi, Tusshar Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Rohit Roy, Amrita Singh, Sunil Shetty, Arbaaz Khan, Shabbir Ahluwalia, and Dia Mirza.

Rakhta Charitra (2010)

Rakta Charitra, an Indian political action thriller film from 2010, is based on Paritala Ravindra's life. Prashant Pandey wrote the screenplay, and Ram Gopal Varma directed the film. The film was simultaneously made in Telugu and Hindi under the title Rakht Charitra, with Vivek Oberoi playing Pratap Ravi in both languages. The supporting cast includes Shatrughan Sinha, Radhika Apte, Sushant Singh, Abhimanyu Singh, Kota Srinivasa Rao, and Sudeep. This film marks Oberoi's screen debut in Telugu.

Rakta Charitra tells the biographical tale of Andhra Pradesh native Paritala Ravi, who is accused of multiple murders. This story tells about the most vicious duel that has ever taken place between two people, as well as the amazing rise to power of a man.

The film was nominated for a Stardust Readers' Choice Award for Best Direction—Action/Thriller. Raktha Charitra 2, the film's sequel, was released later that year.

Krrish 3 (2013)

Rakesh Roshan wrote, produced, and directed the 2013 Indian superhero film Krrish 3. The script also included writings by Honey Irani and Robin Bhatt. It follows in the Krrish series after the movie Koi... Mil Gaya, which was released in 2003, and Krrish movie, which was released in 2006. The film stars Kangana Ranaut, Priyanka Chopra, Vivek Oberoi, and Hrithik Roshan. The story of the movie revolves around the most loved superhero among kids, Krrish, and his scientist father, who have to battle a complex plot put forward by the evil genius Kaal and their team of mutants, led by the cunning Kaya.

Lucifer (2019)

Prithviraj Sukumaran and Murali Gopy are the directors and writers of the Malayalam political action thriller Lucifer. The movie was released in 2019. Prithviraj's debut feature film, produced by Antony Perumbavoor under his label Aashirvad Cinemas, features Mohanlal in the lead role with a large supporting cast. The film's soundtrack was composed by Deepak Dev, while Sujith Vaassudev handled the cinematography.

PM Narendra Modi (2019)

The 2019 Hindi-language biographical drama film "PM Narendra Modi" was written and directed by Anirudh Chawla and Vivek Oberoi. Sandip Singh, Anand Pandit, Acharya Manish, and Suresh Oberoi co-produced the film under the Legend Studios banner. The film's narrative is based on the life of India's fourteenth Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.

Vivek Oberoi's Wealth

The net worth of Vivek Oberoi is ₹119 crore Indian Rupees, approximately $18 million in US dollars. His take-home earnings for each month is more than 45 lakh rupees. Production firms are the primary source of income for him, with each picture earning him between three and four crores. Vivek Oberoi earns a substantial income from his business, stage shows, TV commercials, and brand endorsements.

Vivek Oberoi is a supercar lover who owns a Lamborghini Gallardo, GLE 250 CDI, Chrysler limousine, and Mercedes GLS 350D. Harley Davidson Iron 883 and Ducati are among the motorcycles that Vivek Oberoi owns and loves. Vivek Oberoi owns an exquisite residence in Mumbai. This lavish property on Raut Lane, Juhu, was recently purchased by him. Sources claim that he invested 14.25 crore rupees on this home.

Controversies of Vivek Oberoi

Salman-Aishwarya Controversy

During a 2003 press conference, Vivek Oberoi claimed that Salman Khan had threatened him. Many were shocked by the severity of the issue. The controversy revolved around actress Aishwarya Rai, who was dating Vivek Oberoi at the time. In a matter of hours, both his appearance and his reputation in the industry declined. Salman faced allegations later on for allegedly ruining Vivek's career.

The Biopic of Narendra Modi

Many people criticized Vivek Oberoi for his support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He portrayed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his biography. Many people have criticized him and said he is not a suitable person for the role.

Meme Controversy

Vivek Oberoi shared a meme on social media showing Aishwarya Rai, her husband, Abhishek Bachchan, and her ex-boyfriend Salman Khan. He eventually removed the post and apologized after facing a lot of criticism.

Vivek Obeoi's Business Controversy

Oberoi had claimed that by offering him significant earnings, the accused persuaded him to invest in a film and event production company. It was soon evident, nevertheless, that the money had been stolen for purely personal reasons. Oberoi created Anandita Entertainment together with Saha's mother, Nandita Saha, and wife, Radhika Nanda.

Reportedly, actor Vivek Oberoi and his firm were defrauded of Rs 1.55 crore between 2022 and 2023 by Sanjay Saha, producer of "Haddi," starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Saha was taken into custody on these charges. Saha was taken into custody by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) police on allegations of fraud, forgery, breach of trust, and embezzlement.

Awards List

Interesting Facts about Vivek Oberoi

• Vivekananda Oberoi is the full name of Vivek Oberoi.
• In 2006, Vivek Oberoi was also awarded the Red and White Bravery Award for his heroic efforts in rebuilding a town that was more severely damaged by the tsunami.
• Additionally, the Yashodhara Oberoi Foundation (YOF) is another initiative that the Oberoi family manages.
• Vivek Oberoi claims that she was inspired to become a vegetarian by Kareena Kapoor Khan.
• KARRM Infrastructure Limited, Vivek Oberoi's company,provided 25 apartments in Maharashtra's Thane area to the families of "Central Reserve Police Force" (CRPF)members who passed away during their duty. Vivek has contributed about $3 million and helped raise a total of $25 million.

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