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Neil Nitin Mukesh

Neil Nitin Mukesh Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 15 January 1982
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Actor
  • Father Nitin Mukesh
  • Spouse Rukmini Sahay (2017)
  • Education Green Lawns High School
  • Years active 1988-1989, 2002-present

Related Other Pages:

  • Hisaab Barabar, 
  • Johnny Gaddaar
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ABOUT Neil Nitin Mukesh

Neil Nitin Mukesh: A Legacy in the Making Neil Nitin Mukesh, born January 15, 1982, carries a significant cinematic lineage as the son of playback singer Nitin Mukesh and grandson of legendary singer Mukesh. His career, launched with child roles in Vijay (1988) and Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharnii (1989), solidified with his powerful performance in the lead role of Johnny Gaddaar (2007). This marked a departure from typical Bollywood hero roles, showcasing his versatility. Subsequent roles in films like New York (2009), Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015), Golmaal Again (2017), and Saaho (2019) further cemented his position in the industry. His foray into South Indian cinema includes Kaththi (2014) in Tamil and Kavacham (2018) in Telugu, demonstrating a willingness to explore diverse cinematic landscapes. While recent film projects haven't garnered the same widespread acclaim as his earlier works, he remains an active presence in the industry. Mukesh's career is defined by his ability to portray complex characters and his commitment to his craft. Though his recent achievements may not be as prominent, his contributions to Bollywood and his exploration of regional cinema remain notable aspects of his ongoing career.

Neil Nitin Mukesh FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Hisaab Barabar
  • Hisaab Barabar

    ( 2024 )

  • Backfire
  • Backfire

    ( 2024 )

  • Bandra
  • Bandra

    ( 2023 )

  • Firrkie
  • Firrkie

    ( Not Final )

  • Ankit Tiwari: Tu Meri Aashiqui
  • Ankit Tiwari: Tu Meri Aashiqui

    ( 2023 )

  • #GOATS
  • #GOATS

    ( Not Final )

  • Jail
  • Jail

    ( 2021 )

  • Matka
  • Matka

    ( Not Final )

  • Bypass Road
  • Bypass Road

    ( 2019 )

  • Maayaone
  • Maayaone

    ( Not Final )

  • Saaho
  • Saaho

    ( 2019 )

  • Kavacham
  • Kavacham

    ( 2018 )

  • Dassehra
  • Dassehra

    ( 2018 )

  • Ishqeria
  • Ishqeria

    ( 2018 )

  • Yariyaan in Action
  • Yariyaan in Action

    ( 2018 )

  • Golmaal Again
  • Golmaal Again

    ( 2017 )

  • Indu Sarkar
  • Indu Sarkar

    ( 2017 )

  • Wazir
  • Wazir

    ( 2016 )

  • Marya Day TVC
  • Marya Day TVC

    ( 2015 )

  • Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
  • Prem Ratan Dhan Payo

    ( 2015 )

  • Kaththi
  • Kaththi

    ( 2014 )

  • Shortcut Romeo
  • Shortcut Romeo

    ( 2013 )

  • 3G: A Killer Connection
  • 3G: A Killer Connection

    ( 2013 )

  • David
  • David

    ( 2013 )

  • Players
  • Players

    ( 2012 )

  • 7 Khoon Maaf
  • 7 Khoon Maaf

    ( 2011 )

  • Lafangey Parindey
  • Lafangey Parindey

    ( 2010 )

  • Jail
  • Jail

    ( 2009 )

  • Tera Kya Hoga Johnny
  • Tera Kya Hoga Johnny

    ( 2009 )

  • New York
  • New York

    ( 2009 )

  • Aa Dekhen Zara
  • Aa Dekhen Zara

    ( 2009 )

  • Johnny Gaddaar
  • Johnny Gaddaar

    ( 2007 )

  • Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharni
  • Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharni

    ( 1989 )

  • Vijay
  • Vijay

    ( 1988 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Neil Nitin Mukesh AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actor in a Negative Role
  • The Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards for Best Actor in a Negative Role - 2008 Johnny Gaddaar

  • Face of the Year
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Face of the Year - 2008 Johnny Gaddaar

  • Sony Face of the Year - Male
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Sony Face of the Year - Male - 2008

  • Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role
  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role - 2015 Kaththi

  • Worst Supporting Actor
  • The The Ghanta Awards for Worst Supporting Actor - 2016 Prem Ratan Dhan Payo

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

NEIL NITIN MUKESH NEWS

Film family scion reveals father declined to launch him, rejected by Aditya Chopra for being ‘too young'; still looks for work

September 14, 2025 8:08 am

The actor was trained alongside Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra. However, Rishi Kapoor advised his father to not expose him to films.

Exclusive | Neil Nitin Mukesh refused Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, said Bollywood didn't want him: 'He's a singer's son, can he act?'

August 12, 2025 9:33 am

In an exclusive interview, Neil Nitin Mukesh opened up about the challenges he faced with his debut film, and how he still continues to struggle.

Neil Nitin Mukesh says he is still struggling to find work, nepotism 'never helped' him: 'I draw inspiration from actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Kartik Aaryan'

August 10, 2025 7:27 pm

In an exclusive interview, Neil Nitin Mukesh opens up about his struggles, and shares his views on nepotism and the impact the tag has had on his life.

'Stars get 11th Rs 100 crore budget film even after 10 flops,' says Neil Nitin Mukesh: 'We are told your career is over after two flops'

June 10, 2025 9:32 pm

Neil Nitin Mukesh said that stars get many opportunities despite many failures but he didn't get as many chances as he expected.

Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na was offered to me first, recalls Neil Nitin Mukesh: 'I got Johnny Gaddaar and this, was told to choose one'

May 13, 2025 5:41 pm

Neil Nitin Mukesh shared that he was given the option of making his debut in Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na but he chose to act in Johnny Gaddaar.

Neil Nitin Mukesh reveals that the film industry can get very 'toxic': 'Everyone is certainly frustrated'

May 11, 2025 4:46 pm

In an exclusive interview, Neil Nitin Mukesh opened up about repeatedly facing judgment within the film industry.

Sriram Raghavan recalls Akshaye Khanna, Nana Patekar rejecting Johnny Gaddar; Dharmendra called second half 'weak'

April 29, 2025 10:05 am

Sriram Raghavan recalls the casting challenges of Johnny Gaddar, meeting actors from Akshaye Khanna to Nana Patekar and Dharmendra.

‘Instantly, the call would go to my mother-in-law’: Neil Nitin Mukesh on embracing differences in marriage; tips for maintaining harmony

March 18, 2025 11:30 am

Neil Nitin Mukesh’s reflections on adjusting to his wife Rukmini Sahay's "childlike" qualities highlight the importance of understanding and accepting a partner’s unique traits.

'My family spent a fourth of our monthly budget to watch Salman Khan's film': Neil Nitin Mukesh shares stories from childhood

March 08, 2025 1:33 pm

Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh recalled working with Salman Khan on the film Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

Neil Nitin Mukesh says Katrina Kaif 'had a problem with' his skin colour while filming New York, targeted him for laughing on set: 'We were enemies, there were fights'

March 08, 2025 11:38 am

In an interview, Neil Nitin Mukesh revealed that he was quite disappointed with how things were turning out with Katrina Kaif on the first day on the sets of New York.

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