Mukesh Khanna is an Indian actor, director and producer. He is renowned for his roles as Shaktimaan and Bhishma Pitamah. Mukesh Khanna began his film career in 1981 with the movie Ruhi and gained immense popularity through his television roles, particularly in Shaktimaan from 1997 to 2005. He also served as the chairman of the Children’s Film Society India and is currently the founder and director of his own production company, Bheeshm International.
Mukesh Khanna Age
Mukesh Khanna was born on 23 June 1958. As of 2024, he is 62 years old.
Mukesh Khanna Biography
| Full Name | Mukesh Khanna |
| Legal Name | Govind |
| Date of Birth | 23 June 1958 |
| Birth Place | Mumbai, India |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inch (1.88m) |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Education | B.Sc & Masters in Law from St. Xavier College Acting Course from the Film and Television Institute of India |
| Profession | Producer, Director, Actor, Talk Show Host |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Social Media | Instagram, X, Facebook |
Mukesh Khanna Family
The names of Mukesh Khanna’s parents are not publicly known. He had 2 siblings, sadly both of them passed away. His elder brother, Ved Khanna was an actor and producer who passed away in 2018. Kamal Kapoor, his elder sister who died from lung disease shortly after recovering from COVID-19.
Mukesh Khanna is currently unmarried and has no children. He has reportedly never dated anyone. He has focused only on his career on acting and production, establishing himself as a leading figure in Indian television.
| See also: Gurucharan Singh Sodhi Biography |
Mukesh Khanna Early Life & Career
Mukesh Khanna grew up in Mumbai and pursued his education at St. Xavier’s College. He holds qualifications like a B.Sc. degree and a Master of Laws (LL.M.). Later, he attended the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, where he honed his acting skills.
Khanna made his film debut in 1981 with the movie Roohi. His breakthrough came when he was cast as Bhishma in B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat, which became a cultural phenomenon in India. This role established him as a household name, earning him acclaim and recognition. His portrayal of the character was helmed by a commanding presence and memorable dialogue delivery, traits that endeared him to audiences. Following this success, Khanna starred in various television series throughout the 1990s, including Chandrakanta, Mahayodha, and Shaktimaan, which he also produced through his company, Bheeshm International. The character of Shaktimaan became particularly popular among children, making it one of India’s first superhero shows. Recently, he hinted the return of the superhero.
Today, Mukesh Khanna continues to engage with fans through his YouTube channel, where he hosts The Mukesh Khanna Show, discussing various topics and sharing insights from his career. In addition to acting, Khanna runs two acting schools where he trains aspiring actors, further contributing to his income and influence in the industry.
Mukesh Khanna Income & Net Worth
As of 2024, his estimated net worth is approx. Rs. 22 crores. His monthly income is estimated to be 30 lakhs and yearly income can went up to 3 crores.
Mukesh Khanna Awards & Recognitions
Uptron Award (1989): Best Supporting Actor for his role in Mahabharat
FAQs
He didn’t get married just like his character of Bhishma Pitamah.
He does not have any children.
Mukesh Khanna stands tall at 6 feet 1 inch (1.88 m).
No details are available about his father.
His elder brother, Ved Khanna who was an actor and producer, passed away in 2018.
He does not have any children.
He does not have any children.
Mukesh Khanna has a B.Sc. and a Master degree in law from St. Xavier College. He also did an acting course from FTII.