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Randeep Hooda

Randeep Hooda is an Indian actor, producer, writer and director known primarily for work in Hindi cinema.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Randeep Hooda is an Indian actor, producer, writer and director known primarily for work in Hindi cinema. He made his film debut in Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding (2001) and later appeared in films including Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai, Highway, Sarbjit and Extraction.

Early life and background

Randeep Hooda was born in Rohtak, Haryana, India, on 20 August 1976. Available sources identify him as an Indian actor from Hindi cinema and note that he studied in Australia before entering films.

Acting career

Hooda began his film career with Monsoon Wedding in 2001. His later credits include Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai, Highway, Sarbjit and Sultan, and he appeared in the English-language action film Extraction in 2020.

Other work

In addition to acting, Hooda has worked as a producer, writer and director. Some sources also list television presenting among his credits.

Public profile

Hooda is widely recognized as a versatile actor associated with intense and unconventional roles. Sources also describe him as having worked in both Indian and international cinema.

Key facts

  • He is best known for acting in Hindi-language films.
  • His screen debut was in Monsoon Wedding (2001).
  • He later received wider recognition for roles in commercially successful and critically noted films.
  • He expanded into producing, writing and directing.
  • He made his international film debut in Extraction (2020).

Frequently asked questions

Who is Randeep Hooda?
Randeep Hooda is an Indian actor, producer, writer and director best known for Hindi films.
When was Randeep Hooda born?
He was born on 20 August 1976.
What was Randeep Hooda’s debut film?
His film debut was Monsoon Wedding (2001).
Which films made him widely known?
Sources highlight Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai, Highway, Sarbjit and Sultan among his notable films.
Did Randeep Hooda work in Hollywood?
Yes. He appeared in the English-language film Extraction (2020), which is cited as his Hollywood debut.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randeep_Hooda
    Supports: Debut film Monsoon Wedding (2001) and general career overview.
  2. StarsUnfolded — https://starsunfolded.com/randeep-hooda/
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, debut information, and basic biography.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0393535/
    Supports: Acting career overview and debut film reference.
  4. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/randeep-hooda/1827
    Supports: Occupation, birthplace, debut film, and notable film credits.
  5. The Tribune — https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/entertainment/randeep-hooda-up-close-personal/
    Supports: Roles as actor, producer, writer and director; Hollywood debut in Extraction (2020).