The actor we are talking about has worked in more than 43 films. However, he couldn’t achieve the level of success in the industry that he had hoped for. This actor, who has appeared in over 43 films, is also known as Bollywood’s “ferocious villain.” After marrying the granddaughter of a Chief Minister, he is now living a life of anonymity.

Struggled for Six Months in Mumbai’s Streets for Work

Sharad Kapoor had no godfather in the industry. He had already decided to become an actor, so he took the opportunity to discuss his plan with his family. His family supported his decision, and in 1993, Sharad Kapoor arrived in the dream city, Mumbai. He started his struggle and wandered through the streets of Mumbai daily for almost six months.

Debuted with a Mahesh Bhatt Film

For six months, Sharad Kapoor couldn’t find any work and was about to return home. But just then, luck knocked on his door. He got a small role in the TV show Swabhimaan. This led to roles in Chahat Aur Nafrat and Aankhen. Eventually, he caught the attention of director Mahesh Bhatt, who offered him the lead role in his film Dastak. The movie also starred Sushmita Sen as the female lead, and Sharad played the character of a psychotic lover.

Several Flops, Some Films Shelved

After Dastak, Sharad Kapoor worked in several films, including Vishwavidhaata, Aankhon Mein Tum Ho, and Tamanna. He went on to sign more than 15 films, but some flopped, while others never got made and were shelved. Eventually, he stopped getting lead roles and was instead offered supporting and villainous roles.

Started a Business with His Brothers

Despite acting in 43 films, Sharad Kapoor couldn’t achieve major success. Realizing that his acting career wasn’t going as planned, he started a restaurant business with his brothers in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. This side business turned out to be successful, and Sharad continued working in films alongside it.

Sharad Kapoor has also been in the news for his personal life and love story. In 2008, he married Koyel Basu, the granddaughter of former West Bengal Chief Minister Jyoti Basu. However, despite becoming the son-in-law of a prominent political leader, he has remained relatively unknown. Recently, he made headlines after a woman accused him of attempted rape.