Ayushmann Khurrana — the actor who turned sperm donation, erectile dysfunction and a blind pianist into box-office gold — is Bollywood's most reliably unconventional star. From winning a reality show and anchoring radio to a National Film Award for Andhadhun, his 14-year film career is built on scripts other stars would not touch. His latest film, the spy comedy Udta Teer opposite Sara Ali Khan, released in theatres on 23 October 2026.
Here is the complete biography: his age, family, career, net worth, and what's next in 2026.
Ayushmann Khurrana Quick Facts
| Full Name | Ayushmann Khurrana (born Nishant Khurrana) |
| Born | 14 September 1984, Chandigarh, India |
| Age | 42 years (as of November 2026) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor, Singer, Television Host |
| Years Active | 2004 – Present (films since 2012) |
| Father | P. Khurrana (astrologer and author; died May 2023) |
| Mother | Poonam Khurrana |
| Brother | Aparshakti Khurana (actor) |
| Wife | Tahira Kashyap (married 2008) |
| Children | Virajveer Khurrana (son), Varushka Khurrana (daughter) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm approx.) |
| Education | St. John's High School, Chandigarh; DAV College, Chandigarh; Master's in Mass Communication, Panjab University |
| Debut Film | Vicky Donor (2012) |
| Biggest Honour | National Film Award for Best Actor — Andhadhun (2019) |
| Estimated Net Worth | Unverified media estimates range widely (see below) |
Early Life and Education
Born as Nishant Khurrana on 14 September 1984 in Chandigarh, Ayushmann grew up in a Punjabi Khatri family. His parents changed his name to Ayushmann when he was three years old. His father, P. Khurrana, was a well-known astrologer and author on the subject of astrology, while his mother Poonam Khurrana, who is of half-Burmese descent, holds a master's degree in Hindi.
Ayushmann studied at St. John's High School in Chandigarh and later at DAV College, before earning a master's degree in Mass Communication from Panjab University. He was active in theatre from his college days and was a founding member of the theatre groups Aaghaaz and Manchtantra in Chandigarh. His younger brother, Aparshakti Khurana, later followed him into acting, making his own debut in Dangal (2016).
Career: From Reality TV to the National Award
The Roadies Win and Radio Days (2004–2011)
Ayushmann first became a household name by winning MTV Roadies Season 2 in 2004. The victory opened doors to anchoring and radio: he became a popular radio jockey at BIG FM in Delhi, and went on to host several MTV shows, including MTV Wassup, Pepsi MTV Youth Forum and India's Got Talent on Colors TV. Long before films, he was already one of India's most recognisable young television faces.
Film Debut: Vicky Donor (2012)
He made his film debut with Vicky Donor (2012), playing a sperm donor in a comedy-drama that most newcomers would have avoided — and it worked. The film was a critical and commercial success, and Ayushmann also sang its hit song "Paani Da Rang", winning the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer. The debut set the template for his career: small, brave, content-first films.
The Unconventional Hit Machine (2015–2019)
After a quiet patch, Ayushmann returned with a remarkable run of hits that made him the poster boy for middle-of-the-road, issue-based cinema. Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015) was a sleeper hit, followed by Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017), Shubh Mangal Saavdhan (2017), Badhaai Ho (2018) and Andhadhun (2018) — the black comedy thriller in which he played a blind pianist. Andhadhun won him the National Film Award for Best Actor at the 66th National Film Awards in 2019, the highest acting honour in Indian cinema. Like his contemporary Rajkummar Rao, Ayushmann proved that strong scripts could beat star-driven spectacle at the box office.
Article 15, Dream Girl and Beyond (2019–2025)
The hits continued with Article 15 (2019), a hard-hitting drama on caste discrimination, Dream Girl (2019), in which he voiced a female character on phone calls, and Bala (2019), about premature baldness. Later films included Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020), Anek (2022) and Dream Girl 2 (2023). In 2025 he entered the Maddock horror-comedy universe with Thamma, playing a vampire opposite Rashmika Mandanna, alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui.
Singing Career
Ayushmann is as much a singer as an actor. Beyond "Paani Da Rang", he has sung "Saadi Galli Aaja" (Nautanki Saala), "Mitti Di Khushboo" (with Hina Khan) and "Chan Kitthan", and he performs live regularly. His musical background — he trained in Hindustani classical music as a child — remains a big part of his public image, and he often brings a guitar on stage at his shows.
Family
Ayushmann married his childhood sweetheart Tahira Kashyap in 2008. Tahira is a filmmaker, writer and author who has directed films and written books on her own journey, including her widely discussed battle with breast cancer. The couple have two children: son Virajveer Khurrana (born 2 January 2012) and daughter Varushka Khurrana (born 21 April 2014).
His father, P. Khurrana, passed away in May 2023 at Fortis Hospital in Mohali — a loss Ayushmann has spoken about openly, crediting his father's astrological guidance for many of his career choices. His brother Aparshakti Khurana is now an established actor and host in his own right.
Ayushmann Khurrana Net Worth (2026)
Ayushmann Khurrana's net worth has never been officially disclosed, and published estimates vary a lot. Outlook India reported media estimates of around ₹80 crore, with other estimates closer to ₹67 crore, while a Navbharat Times report put the figure at ₹90–100 crore. These are unverified media estimates, not audited figures, so treat every number you see online with caution.
What is reported consistently: he charges roughly ₹10 crore per film according to media reports, earns heavily from brand endorsements, and owns luxury cars including a Mercedes-Maybach and a BMW, plus property in Chandigarh and Mumbai. His wealth comes from film fees, endorsements, live shows and music — not from a production empire, which is what sets his fortune apart from Bollywood's bigger superstars.
What's Next: Udta Teer and Yeh Prem Mol Liya
Ayushmann's latest release, Udta Teer, hit theatres on 23 October 2026. The spy comedy, directed by Aakash Kaushik and co-starring Sara Ali Khan, casts him as a Pakistani agent who loses his memory and believes he is an Indian patriot. The film drew mixed reviews and earned around ₹33.87 crore worldwide in its first four days, according to Indian Express box-office tracking. It was also barred from releasing in Nepal under the country's National Cinema Act, 2026.
Next up is Yeh Prem Mol Liya, a romantic family drama directed by Sooraj Barjatya, slated for 27 November 2026, with Sharvari, Anupam Kher and Supriya Pathak in the ensemble cast. Trade listings also name Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Googly among his upcoming projects. Speaking in November 2026, as he completed 14 years in films, Ayushmann said audiences "want to be surprised" — and his 2026 slate of three very different films shows he still means it. More details on his life and filmography are available on Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayushmann Khurrana's age in 2026?
He was born on 14 September 1984 — 42 years old as of November 2026.
What is Ayushmann Khurrana's real name?
He was born Nishant Khurrana; his parents renamed him Ayushmann when he was three.
Who is Ayushmann Khurrana's wife?
Tahira Kashyap — his childhood sweetheart, married in 2008. She is a filmmaker and author.
How many children does Ayushmann Khurrana have?
Two: son Virajveer (born 2012) and daughter Varushka (born 2014).
What is Ayushmann Khurrana's net worth?
No official figure exists. Unverified media estimates range from about ₹67 crore to ₹100 crore.
What was Ayushmann Khurrana's first movie?
Vicky Donor (2012), in which he also sang the hit song "Paani Da Rang".
What is Ayushmann Khurrana's next movie?
Yeh Prem Mol Liya, directed by Sooraj Barjatya, slated for 27 November 2026.
Did Ayushmann Khurrana win a National Award?
Yes — Best Actor for Andhadhun at the 66th National Film Awards (2019).
Final Thoughts
From a reality-show winner to a radio jockey, a television host, a singer and finally a National Award-winning actor, Ayushmann Khurrana built his career by saying yes to the films nobody else wanted. Fourteen years after Vicky Donor, with Udta Teer in theatres and Yeh Prem Mol Liya around the corner, he remains Bollywood's most interesting gamble — and it keeps paying off.
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