Saurabh Shukla is an accomplished Indian actor, screenwriter, and film director, known for his remarkable work in Hindi cinema, as well as in a few Tamil and Telugu films. He gained widespread recognition for his powerful performances in iconic films such as Satya (1998), Nayak: The Real Hero (2001), Yuva (2004), Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), and Barfi! (2012). His role in Jolly LLB (2013) earned him the prestigious National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. Shukla’s other notable films include Kick (2014), PK (2014), Jolly LLB 2 (2017), and Raid (2018), where his diverse roles showcased his versatility as an actor. He has also ventured into documentary filmmaking, collaborating with Ruth Agnihotri and Rachael Agnihotri on a short film in Goa.
Early Life
Saurabh Shukla was born to Jogamaya Shukla, the first female tabla player of India, and Shatrughan Shukla, a vocalist from the Agra Gharana. His family relocated from Gorakhpur to Delhi when he was just two years old. Shukla completed his schooling in Delhi and later graduated from S.G.T.B. Khalsa College. His career began in the world of theatre in 1984, where he honed his craft before making the leap into film. Shukla’s early exposure to music and performing arts through his family played a significant role in shaping his acting skills and theatrical prowess, which he would later bring to the big screen in his varied roles.
