By Entertainment Desk | September 14, 2025
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Ayushmann Khurrana was born as Nishant Khurrana in Chandigarh on September 14, 1984. His parents renamed him Ayushmann when he was just three years old.
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At age four, after watching Madhuri Dixit’s Tezaab, Ayushmann decided to become an actor. In school, he actively performed in plays, showcasing his passion early.
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Before Bollywood, Ayushmann won MTV Roadies Season 2. His adventurous streak and charm won hearts, setting the stage for his journey into unconventional roles and stardom.
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Before entering films, Ayushmann worked as a radio jockey in Delhi. He hosted Big FM’s Big Chai – Maan Na Maan, Main Tera Ayushmann.
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At DAV College, he co-founded theatre groups Aaghaaz and Manchtantra. He pursued serious theatre for five years before his Bollywood break, refining his performance skills.
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During college, Ayushmann sang in trains and collected money. These humble beginnings shaped his grounded personality, teaching him the importance of hard work and resilience.
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Ayushmann donated sperm in 2004 while participating in Roadies. Later, his debut role in Vicky Donor mirrored this experience, blending real-life with reel-life authenticity.
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He received the Young Achievers Award in 2007. Ayushmann also became the youngest recipient of the prestigious Bharat Nirman Award in New Delhi, inspiring youth.
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In his debut Vicky Donor, Ayushmann sang *Pani Da Rang*, which he penned during college. He performed it live before producers, impressing everyone instantly.
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Post Vicky Donor, Ayushmann faced a bizarre moment in a mall. A female fan approached him and awkwardly asked for his sperm in public.