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Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sidharth Malhotra went to this Delhi University college before his big Bollywood debut
Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani have just stepped into a new role as parents. The couple recently welcomed their first child, marking a heartwarming new chapter in their lives and giving fans another reason to celebrate their Bollywood fairytale. But as Sidharth embraces fatherhood, it's worth revisiting the lesser-known chapters of his own story, ones that unfolded not on film sets, but in Delhi's classrooms and college corridors. Long before he made his starry debut with Student of the Year in 2012, he was just a young Delhi boy navigating school life, balancing studies with ambition, and dreaming far beyond the city limits. A proud product of the capital's academic ecosystem, Sidharth Malhotra is an alumnus of Delhi University , where his journey from student to superstar quietly began. Early life and school education Born on January 16, 1985, in New Delhi, Sidharth grew up in a close-knit Punjabi family. His father, Sunil Malhotra, was a Merchant Navy officer, and his mother, Rimma Malhotra, a homemaker. Raised in a household that balanced discipline with cultural values, Sidharth attended Don Bosco School, Alaknanda, for his early schooling. Later, he studied at Naval Public School, Chanakyapuri. It was in these classrooms that Sidharth developed interests beyond textbooks, from sports to drama, laying the foundation for the multi-talented personality he is today. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo A South Campus student at heart After finishing school, Sidharth joined Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, a well-regarded institution under Delhi University, to pursue a degree in commerce. Located in DU's South Campus, the college is known for its academic strength and vibrant student life — and it was here that Sidharth first explored modeling alongside his studies. While balancing lectures and photo shoots, he realized that the conventional 9-to-5 life wasn't for him. Though he performed well academically, the urge to do something more creative was too strong to ignore. Modeling, movies, and moving on By 18, Sidharth had begun modelling professionally, working with top designers and brands. But within four years, he grew disillusioned with the glamour and turned his focus to film — not as an actor at first, but as an assistant director to Karan Johar on My Name Is Khan (2010). That behind-the-scenes experience prepared him for the big screen in ways no classroom could. Just two years later, he landed his debut role in Student of the Year , and the rest, as they say, is history. Now a father, always a student With the birth of his daughter in 2025, Sidharth steps into a new role, that of a father. And while his Bollywood journey has had its ups and downs, it's his grounded upbringing and education that continue to anchor him. From Delhi classrooms to Dharma sets, Sidharth's story is a powerful reminder that education is more than degrees: it's the platform from which dreams take flight. TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Mint
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Sidharth Malhotra, Kiara Advani become parents, welcome baby girl; fans say ‘all students now girls' parents'
The adorable couple of the Bollywood, Siddharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, were blessed with a baby girl earlier this week. The duo took to Instagram to officially announce the same today. Congratulatory messages have started to pour in, with fans saying that all students are now girls' parents. 'Our hearts are full and our world forever changed. We are blessed with a baby girl,' both captioned the post. One of the fans said, 'Congrats u both. enjoy ur parenthood with blessing. blessed ur cutie pie.' Another commented, 'May your baby be blessed and always be happy.' A third remarked, 'We got another pretty little baby.' 'It looks like Captain Vikram Batra family completed', 'Waited for so long', "All students are now girls' parents' were some other reactions. They declared their pregnancy on social media in February 2025. At the time, they shared a heartfelt post to announce the news to their followers. Kiara and Sidharth began their romance while working on their 2021 film, Shershaah. The couple kept their relationship under wraps until their dreamy wedding in 2023. The duo tied the knot on February 7, 2023, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Kiara was born as Alia Advani in Mumbai in 1991. She began her acting career with the 2014 film Fugly but rose to fame with hits like MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, Kabir Singh, and Shershaah. Known for her elegance and strong screen presence, Kiara comes from a well-connected Sindhi family with diverse roots, including British and Spanish ancestry. She studied mass communication at Jai Hind College and is also related to veteran actor Ashok Kumar. Sidharth was born in 1985 in Delhi to a Punjabi family. He started as a model and even assisted Karan Johar as an assistant director on My Name Is Khan before making his acting debut with Student of the Year in 2012. Sidharth has since starred in films like Ek Villain, Kapoor & Sons, and Shershaah, gaining recognition for both romantic and action roles. Unlike Kiara, he comes from a middle-class background, with his father serving in the Merchant Navy.
Scotsman
08-07-2025
- Scotsman
13 of the UK's roughest pubs from the past
1 . The Gunner The Gunner, in Muirhouse, Edinburgh, had a bit of a dodgy reputation, according to many people. One person recalled how they went in once and 'took a look at the clientele, had a half pint and beat it as most had live scars on themselves'. Another person wrote: "I was in the Merchant Navy and have been in rough pubs all over the world, but the roughest pub I have ever been in my life was in my home town - The Gunner in Pennywell Road in the early 1980s." Many people defended the pub, saying it wasn't as bad as others claimed, but a tradesman who worked there in the 90s said: "We were never out of that pub fixing windows and mirrors after some ruckus. I'm sure that pub kept that company in business - it was a full-time job on its own." | National World Photo: Ian Georgeson
Scotsman
07-07-2025
- Scotsman
13 of the UK's roughest pubs from the past
1 . The Gunner The Gunner, in Muirhouse, Edinburgh, had a bit of a dodgy reputation, according to many people. One person recalled how they went in once and 'took a look at the clientele, had a half pint and beat it as most had live scars on themselves'. Another person wrote: "I was in the Merchant Navy and have been in rough pubs all over the world, but the roughest pub I have ever been in my life was in my home town - The Gunner in Pennywell Road in the early 1980s." Many people defended the pub, saying it wasn't as bad as others claimed, but a tradesman who worked there in the 90s said: "We were never out of that pub fixing windows and mirrors after some ruckus. I'm sure that pub kept that company in business - it was a full-time job on its own." | National World Photo: Ian Georgeson
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Time of India
Cops bust racket of fake merchant navy jobs
Jaipur: City's Shipra Path police busted an interstate cyber fraud racket Monday that duped job seekers with fake Merchant Navy appointments. Two men were arrested, and a cache of incriminating digital evidence was seized, including fake joining letters, chequebooks, and communication records. SHO (Shipra Path) Rajendra Godara said the accused, Vikram Singh (29) and Pradeep Chaudhary (30), were operating from a hotel room for the past 20 days. Their suspicious behaviour and extended stay prompted a discreet surveillance operation. Acting on a tip-off from constable Rajveer Kani, the police team raided the hotel room late on June 28. A search of the room led to seizure of eight mobile phones, a laptop, seven chequebooks, and a QR code scanner of Yes Bank. The digital devices contained over 50 fake joining letters and forged documents related to the Merchant Navy. "Both men were using social media platforms like Facebook to post fake advertisements about vacancies in the Merchant Navy. Interested candidates were lured with promises of lucrative job roles," said Godara. Victims were contacted via the phone numbers posted in the ads, and once convinced, were asked to pay between Rs 50,000 and Rs 1 lakh for processing fake documents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bis zu 2.500€ geschenkt* Höffner Jetzt kaufen Undo Police said once the money was received, the accused would send counterfeit agreements and joining letters. When the victims attempted to verify or join the job, they found themselves blocked. The gang would discard their phones and shift location to avoid detection. Cybercrime records from the 1930 portal confirmed that 15 complaints were registered against the account numbers linked to the accused in different states. "This gang has defrauded job seekers across India. Their digital footprint and financial trail are being thoroughly investigated," said Godara.
