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Nupur Shikhare, an accomplished Indian fitness trainer, coach, consultant, athlete, and now a prominent figure in Bollywood, recently marked a significant milestone in his personal life by marrying Ira Khan, the daughter of renowned Bollywood star Amir Khan, on January 3, 2024.
Early Career and Bollywood Aspirations
In 2004, Nupur relocated to Mumbai to pursue his Bollywood dreams. Initially involved in various short films, he secured a position as an assistant director under a Marathi film director. His journey then led him to the fitness industry, where he found success as a trainer.
On March 28, 2008, Nupur gained recognition as the fitness trainer for Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen. This opportunity paved the way for him to work with other notable personalities, including Amir Khan, Ira Khan, and Kiran Rao.
Biography
Age: Born on October 17, 1985, in Pune, Maharashtra, Nupur is currently 38 years old as of 2023, with a Libra zodiac sign.
Height & Physical Appearance: Standing tall at 5 feet 7 inches, Nupur possesses a captivating physique with black eyes and hair. His chest measures 46 inches, complemented by a 32-inch waist.
Marriage and Personal Life
Nupur’s personal life took a beautiful turn when he tied the knot with Ira Khan on January 3, 2024. Their relationship, which began during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, culminated in engagement on November 18, 2022.
Financial Success
Apart from his role as a fitness trainer, Nupur has diversified his income through reality shows, short films, and collaborations with Bollywood celebrities. With involvement in athlete competitions, his estimated net worth stands at around 10 Crore Indian Rupees as of 2023.
Educational Background
Nupur’s educational journey took place in Pune, where he attended Seth Dagaduram Katariya High School. Later, he pursued his college studies at R. A. Podar College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai, affiliated with the University of Mumbai.
Diverse Career in Fitness and Entertainment
Balancing his childhood dream of becoming a sportsman and his passion for fitness, Nupur ventured into various domains. His skills as a fitness trainer encompass gym training, circuit training, parkour, functional training, martial arts, capoeira, body weight training, and cross-fit training.
Beyond fitness training, Nupur showcased his talents in reality shows and short films. Notably, he participated in the Netflix reality show “Ultimate Beastmaster” in 2017 and assumed the role of an action director in Disney India’s television show “Aladin – Experience the Magic” in 2018.
Family Background
Nupur hails from a family deeply rooted in performing arts. His mother, Pritam Shikhare, is a Kathak dancer and dance teacher, having trained Renee Sen, the daughter of Sushmita Sen.
Social Media Presence
Active on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, Nupur shares glimpses of his fitness and athletic endeavors. With 49k followers on Instagram, he also enjoys a substantial following on Facebook.
- Instagram account: @nupur_popeye
- Facebook account: @cometonupur
Fascinating Tidbits
Adding a touch of uniqueness, Nupur jogged and ran 8 kilometers with his Baraat to the wedding venue where he married Ira. Sporting a tattoo of Capoeira on his right arm, Nupur boasts additional tattoos on his back, right wrist, and left forearm. Notably, he became the brand ambassador for Scott Sports India in September 2022.
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