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Sidharth Malhotra

Sidharth Malhotra is an Indian actor and former model who works primarily in Hindi-language films.

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

Sidharth Malhotra is an Indian actor and former model who works primarily in Hindi-language films. He made his acting debut in Karan Johar’s *Student of the Year* (2012) after starting out as a model and briefly working as an assistant director on *My Name Is Khan* (2010). He later gained acclaim for *Shershaah* (2021), in which he portrayed Vikram Batra.

Early life and background

Sidharth Malhotra was born on 16 January 1985 in Delhi, India. Available biographical sources describe him as an Indian actor and former model who later moved into Hindi cinema.

Career

Malhotra started as a model, then worked behind the scenes as an assistant director before making his acting debut in *Student of the Year* (2012). He went on to build a career in mainstream Hindi films and earned strong reviews for *Shershaah*.

Notable films

His better-known films include *Student of the Year*, *Hasee Toh Phasee*, *Ek Villain*, *Brothers*, *Kapoor & Sons*, *Mission Majnu* and *Param Sundari*. These titles reflect a mix of romantic dramas, action films and comedies.

Personal life

Sources identify his spouse as actor Kiara Advani, whom he married in 2023. Some sources also note that he is commonly nicknamed “Sid”.

Key facts

  • Sidharth Malhotra is an Indian actor and former model who debuted in *Student of the Year* (2012).
  • He worked as an assistant director on *My Name Is Khan* (2010) before acting.
  • He earned critical acclaim for portraying Captain Vikram Batra in *Shershaah* (2021).
  • He married actor Kiara Advani in 2023.
  • His filmography includes *Hasee Toh Phasee*, *Ek Villain*, *Kapoor & Sons*, *Mission Majnu* and *Param Sundari*.
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Canadian context

He is known to Canadian audiences through Indian cinema, streaming releases, and the international diaspora audience for Bollywood films.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sidharth Malhotra?
He is an Indian actor and former model known for acting in Hindi-language films.
When was Sidharth Malhotra born?
He was born on 16 January 1985.
What was his film debut?
His acting film debut was *Student of the Year* in 2012.
What is Sidharth Malhotra best known for?
He is widely known for *Shershaah* (2021), in which he played Captain Vikram Batra.
Is Sidharth Malhotra married?
Yes. Sources state that he married actor Kiara Advani in 2023.
What was he before becoming an actor?
He worked as a model and also as an assistant director on *My Name Is Khan* before acting.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sidharth_Malhotra
    Supports: Birth date; model-to-actor background; assistant director work; debut film; *Shershaah*; later film credits.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3289096/
    Supports: Indian actor in Hindi films; assistant director role; *Shershaah* acclaim; marriage to Kiara Advani.
  3. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/sidharth-malhotra/41930
    Supports: Occupation; birth place; spouse; assistant director background; debut context.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sidharth_Malhotra
    Supports: Actor; Delhi birth; debut in *Student of the Year*.
  5. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sidharth_Malhotra
    Supports: Birth date; former model; debut film.
  6. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/sidharth_malhotra
    Supports: Birthplace; occupation; modeling background.