Ekta Kapoor is an Indian television and film producer, entrepreneur, and creative visionary. She was born on June 7, 1975, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Ekta Kapoor is the daughter of renowned Bollywood actor Jeetendra and Shobha Kapoor, who is also a film producer.
Ekta Kapoor is widely regarded as the “Queen of Indian Television” and has made significant contributions to the Indian entertainment industry. She is the Joint Managing Director and Creative Director of Balaji Telefilms, a production company founded by her father. Under her leadership, Balaji Telefilms has produced numerous successful television shows and films.
Ekta Kapoor revolutionized Indian television by introducing a distinct style of storytelling that appealed to a mass audience. She is known for creating and producing popular soap operas and family dramas that became household names across India. Some of her iconic television shows include “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi,” “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii,” “Kasautii Zindagii Kay,” and “Naagin,” among many others.
With her innovative and bold content choices, Ekta Kapoor played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian television industry. She introduced unconventional storylines, broke societal taboos, and explored diverse themes, which resonated with viewers of all age groups. Her shows often tackled social issues and offered a blend of drama, emotions, and entertainment.
In addition to television, Ekta Kapoor has also made significant contributions to the Indian film industry. She has produced a wide range of successful films, including both commercial blockbusters and critically acclaimed projects. Some of her notable film productions include “Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai,” “The Dirty Picture,” “Veere Di Wedding,” and “Judgementall Hai Kya.”
Ekta Kapoor’s contributions to the entertainment industry have been widely recognized and awarded. She has received several prestigious accolades, including multiple Indian Television Academy Awards, Indian Telly Awards, and Filmfare Awards.
Beyond her work in the entertainment field, Ekta Kapoor is also an influential entrepreneur. She has launched various ventures, including the digital streaming platform ALT Balaji, which offers a wide range of original web series and shows. ALT Balaji has gained immense popularity and has become a prominent player in the digital entertainment space.
Ekta Kapoor’s creativity, business acumen, and relentless dedication have made her one of the most influential personalities in the Indian entertainment industry. Her vision and ability to connect with the audience have transformed the landscape of Indian television and have left an indelible impact on the industry as a whole.
Name | Ekta Kapoor |
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Date of Birth | 07/06/1975 |
Current Residence | Mumbai |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | Indian |
Height | 163 CM |
Hobbies | Reading books |
Father | Jeetendra |
Mother | Shobha Kapoor |
Sibling | Tusshar Kapoor |
Children | Ravie Kapoor |
Educational Qualification | Graduate |
College (s) | Mithibai College |
School (s) | Bombay Scottish School, Mahim |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Hindi | Kyo Kii... Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
2010 | Indo-American Society Awards | Most Outstanding Woman Entrepreneur | ||
2012 | National Media Award For Asian Academy Of Film And Television | Most Successful Film and Television Producer | ||
2012 | IMC Women Achiever Awards | Women Achiever of the Year | ||
2014 | Most Powerful Women in India Awards | Corporate Excellence in Entertainment Business | ||
2014 | Bharat Gaurav Achievement Awards | Bharat Gaurav Achievement Award | ||
2016 | IMPACT's 50 | Most Influential Women in Media, Marketing and Advertising | ||
2017 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Sterling Icon of Entertainment | ||
2018 | IWM Digital Awards | Web Person of the Year | ||
2018 | Business Today | Most Powerful Woman in Indian Business | ||
2018 | FICCI Ladies Organisation | Icon of the Year | ||
2018 | ABP News Telebrations Awards | Grand Achiever of the Year | ||
2018 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Highest rated Show on TV – Naagin (season 3) | ||
2018 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Premiere Web Channel of the Year – ALTBalaji | ||
2018 | Jagran Cinema Summit Awards | Icon of Entertainment | ||
2018 | Forbes Tycoon of Tomorrow | Icon of Excellence | ||
2018 | Outlook India Speakout Awards | Woman Achiever of the Year | ||
2019 | Hindustan Times Business Awards | Business Icon of Continent | ||
2019 | ET Business Awards | Content Creator of the Year | ||
2019 | Business Today | Most Powerful Woman in Indian Business | ||
2019 | Talent Track Awards | Digital Content Creator | ||
2019 | Businessworld | BW Most Influential Woman of India | ||
2019 | Maharashtra Achiever's Awards | Content Power House of the Year | ||
2019 | International Quality Awards | Content Creator of the Year | ||
2019 | Hindustan Times | HT Most Stylish Film Maker of the Year | ||
2019 | Fortune India Awards | Most Powerful Business Women of the Year | ||
2019 | IWMBUZZ Digital Awards | Digital Distruptor of the Year | ||
2020 | Padma Shri | India's fourth highest civilian honour in the field of Arts, from the Government of India | ||
2020 | ET Now Business Leader of the Year Awards | Business Woman of the year & Digital Company of the year for Alt Balaji | ||
2020 | Featured in Variety 500 | Most Important People in Global Media list | ||
2020 | White Page International | Woman Achiever of the Year | ||
2023 | DNA Women's Achiever's Awards | Entertainment Personality of the Year |