Tiger Shroff

Jai Hemant Shroff (born 2 March 1990), known professionally as Tiger Shroff, is an Indian actor who works in Hindi films. Born to actors Jackie Shroff and Ayesha Dutt, he made his acting debut with the action romance '' Heropanti'' (2014), for which he won the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Male.

Shroff went on to star in the commercially successful action films '' Baaghi'' (2016), '' Baaghi 2'' (2018), and ''War'' (2019). This was followed by a series of unsuccessful big-budget actions films such as '' Heropanti 2'' (2021), '' Ganapath'' (2023) and ''Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'' (2024).

In 2019, Shroff co-founded the mixed martial arts organisation Matrix Fight Night (MFN). He has featured in ''Forbes India'' Celebrity 100 list in 2018 and 2019. As a singer, he has released several singles.

Early life and background

Jai Hemant Shroff was born on 2 March 1990, to Indian film actor Jackie Shroff and his wife Ayesha Shroff (née Dutt), a film producer and former actress. He has a younger sister named Krishna Shroff. On his paternal side, he is of Gujarati and Turkmen ancestry while from his maternal side, he is of Bengali and Belgian descent. His maternal grandfather was Air Vice Marshal Ranjan Dutt, a Vir Chakra awardee.

Shroff is a devout Hindu devotee of Shiva and has attributed his physique to Shiva. He holds a fast every Monday and during every Mahashivaratri festival. He studied at the American School of Bombay.

Due to his experience in martial arts, he has frequently spent time helping other actors train for films. In 2014, he was awarded an honorary fifth degree black belt in Taekwondo.

Career

Breakthrough (2014–2020)

In 2012, Shroff was signed by producer Sajid Nadiadwala to make his film debut in Sabbir Khan's action romantic comedy '' Heropanti''. To prepare for the role, he took flexibility training under Ziley Mawai. Released in 2014, ''Heropanti'' was a commercial success with a gross of worldwide. He gained praise for his dancing skills, action sequences, physique and for the ability to perform stunts, but was also criticised for his acting, looks and dialogue delivery. Subhash K. Jha said that he "emotes, he dances and yes, he can fight". However, Sweta Kaushal of ''Hindustan Times'' disagreed, calling his "dialogues forced" and said "his expressions do nothing in a given situation". In spite of terming his performance "a little unconvincing", Kaushal called his action sequences "admirable" and said he's a "great dancer". Shroff's portrayal fetched him the Screen Award for Best Male Debut and the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Male in addition to a nomination in the same category at the 60th Filmfare Awards.

In 2016, Shroff reteamed with Nadiadwala and Sabbir in '' Baaghi'' (2016), set against the backdrop of a martial arts school while also featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Sudheer Babu. Earning in worldwide markets, ''Baaghi'' was also a success. That year he also played a martial arts teacher who gains superpowers, in Remo D'Souza's superhero film ''A Flying Jatt'' alongside Jacqueline Fernandez. In 2017, Shroff teamed with Sabbir for the third time in the dance film '' Munna Michael''. Both ''A Flying Jatt'' and ''Munna Michael'' were unsuccessful at the box office.

In 2018, Shroff appeared in Ahmed Khan's '' Baaghi 2'', a spiritual sequel to ''Baaghi'', and the second instalment of the Baaghi Film Series opposite Disha Patani. Produced by Nadiadwala, the film featured him as a rebellious army officer set on the mission to find his ex-girlfriend's missing daughter. '' Baaghi 2'' grossed net domestically in India and over worldwide to become one of the top-grossing Bollywood films of the year.

In 2019, Shroff appeared in Punit Malhotra's teen drama '' Student of the Year 2'', his first mainstream romantic drama. Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, it was a standalone sequel to '' Student of the Year'' and saw Shroff portray a college student who competes in an annual school championship. Rajeev Masand of ''News18'' called his performance "the film's singular strength". Ronak Kotecha, from The Times of India, agreed by saying "Tiger Shroff pretty much carries the film on his well-toned shoulders".

Later in 2019, Shroff starred in Siddharth Anand's action thriller ''War'' alongside Hrithik Roshan. The film was the highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year and ranks as Shroff's highest-grossing release. The worldwide collection for War was 4.76 billion Indian rupees (US$63 Million) and 3.18 billion Indian rupees nett domestically in India. War recorded a record-breaking opening collecting over 53.35 crore.

In 2020, he starred in the third instalment of the '' Baaghi'' film series titled '' Baaghi 3'', where he reunited with Shraddha Kapoor. The collections of the films were affected as theatres were shut due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the film managed to earn 1.37 billion Indian Rupees worldwide.

Career decline (2021–present)

After no releases for 2021, Shroff starred in the 2022 action sequel to his debut film '' Heropanti 2'', starring opposite Tara Sutaria. It received negative reviews from critics. The film also became a box-office bomb. In 2023, Shroff starred in a dual role of Ganapath/Dalini in Vikas Bahl’s science fiction action film '' Ganapath'', in which he reunited with Kriti Sanon. Bhavna Agarwal of ''India Today'' noted, "Tiger Shroff is great with action sequences, as always, but fails to evoke an emotional chord as Guddu/Ganapath." Once again, it was a major commercial failure.

In 2024, Shroff teamed with Akshay Kumar in Ali Abbas Zafar's action film '' Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'', released on the occasion of Eid 2024. In a scathing review, Saibal Chatterjee dismissed the performances of both male leads. It performed poorly, marking Shroff's third consecutive box office disappointment. Shroff next made an appearance in Rohit Shetty's Cop Universe franchise in the ensemble action sequel ''Singham Again'' (2024), starring Ajay Devgn in the title role. It was released on Diwali 2024. ''Singham Again'' had modest box-office returns on its high production budget.

Shroff will next star in the action sequel '' Baaghi 4''.

Other work and media image

In 2017, Shroff was brought in as Brand Ambassador and co-owner of Bengaluru Tigers, which is owned by 8K Miles Media Group. The Bengaluru Tigers won third place in the inaugural season of Super Fight League, the first mixed martial arts (MMA) League in India. In 2018, Shroff was also made the Brand Ambassador of Prowl. He is also the brand ambassador of brands like Pepsi, ASICS India, Casio India, 8:00 PM Premium Black, Macho, Garnier, Forca, Great White Electronic. In 2020, '' Eastern Eye'' featured him in their dynamic dozen for the decade list. In 2024, Shroff was placed in the "35 most influential young Indians" list by GQ.

In 2024, Shroff launched the football club, Mumbay FC which would participate in the 2024–25 Mumbai Premier League, the top-tier football league run by the Mumbai Football Association in Mumbai, representing the fifth tier of the Indian football league system and also signed as a marquee player. He made his senior professional debut for the club in a 1–0 win over Bombay Gymkhana on 30 October 2024.

Filmography

Films

Music videos

Discography

Awards and nominations

Notes

References

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Living people
1990 births
Indian male film actors
Male actors in Hindi cinema
Male actors from Mumbai
Gujarati actors
Bengali people
Indian people of Turkmen descent
Indian people of Belgian descent
Indian male taekwondo practitioners
Indian stunt performers
Indian Shaivites
Screen Awards winners
International Indian Film Academy Awards winners
Zee Cine Awards winners
American School of Bombay alumni
Indian men's footballers
21st-century Indian male actors