You may know everything about your favourite Bollywood stars, but don't you get curious to find out about their lesser-known siblings? Here's a look at the brothers and sisters of Bollywood stars you may not know.
Updated On: 2019-07-03 09:01 AM IST
Sagarika Ghatge's brother Shivjeet: The actress, who is married to former cricketer Zaheer Khan, belongs to a royal family. Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur is her forefather. Her father Vijasinh Ghatge is a member of the royal family of Kagal. Sita Raje Ghatge, grandmother of Sagarika is the daughter of Maharaja Tukojirao Holkar III of Indore. Sagarika has a brother Shivjeet, who is younger to her. Shivjeet works in the finance sector.
Kajal Aggarwal's sister Nisha: Kajal's younger sister Nisha Aggarwal is also an actress. She has appeared in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam films. She has starred in as many as seven films down south. Nisha got married in 2013 to a Mumbai-based businessman and was blessed with a son in 2018.
Kubbra Sait's brother Danish Sait: While Kubbra became popular as an actress after her act as Kuckoo in 2018's Sacred Games, her younger brother Danish Sait shot to fame, thanks to his radio crank calls where he portrayed different characters like Nograj, Azghar, Chacko and American John. Danish is a comedian, RJ/emcee, and now actor. He was recently seen in French Biryani.
Disha Patani's sister Khushboo Patani and brother Suryansh Patani: Disha Patani hardly shares pictures of her siblings on social media, but her elder sister Khushboo often shares selfies with her star sibling. Khushboo had shared this adorable picture of Disha and younger brother Suryansh and wrote alongside, "The most beautiful person I have ever met, is you, my little sister. You are grown up now. I wish u the best of your life, amazing and shining life. We the family love you and proud of what you are doing and will achieve in life. In life, it is the best feeling and achievement when somebody gets inspired from you and do best in their life seeing you and you, my sister, have already inspired so many people. God bless you!" That was super sweet, isn't it?
Bharti Singh's sister Pinky Singh: Bharti has an elder sister Pinky Singh, and as can be seen in the picture, the duo looks quite similar. In one of her social media posts, Bharti had written a sweet message for her sister, which read: "You're not just my elder sister... You're like my mother and a best friend... You've taken care of me like no one ever could... You've loved me as no one will ever be able to. I really admire you and love you a lot. [sic]"
Preeti Jhangiani's sister Deepa Jhangiani: Preeti has a sister named Deepa Jhangiani. The sister duo shares a great bond. The former actress often shares pictures with her sister Deepa and that itself speaks about their bond with each other.
Kiara Advani's brother Mishaal Advani: The Kabir Singh actress has a younger brother named Mishaal Advani, whom she seems to be quite close to. She calls him 'Mishy' fondly.
Genelia Deshmukh's brother Nigel D'Souza: Genelia has a younger brother named Nigel D'Souza, who is a known personality in the media industry. "In good times and in bad, we hold each other tight & face whatever life throws at us. Thank you for being you!" Nigel had posted this picture, along with this sweet message for his sister Genelia.
Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman: After working in Telugu films, Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman is now Bollywood-bound. He features in Nitesh Rai's upcoming project Ramrajya, which also stars South actor Shobita Rana and Govind Namdev.
Alaya F's brothers: Pooja Bedi's daughter Alaya F, who recently made her Bollywood debut with Jawaani Jaaneman, has two younger brothers - Omar Furniturewalla and (half brother) Zaan Furniturewalla. Alaya F's parents, Pooja Bedi and Farhan Furniturewalla are divorced. Alaya and Omar's father Farhan married Laila Khan later and the couple has a son Zaan.
Tamannaah Bhatia's brother Anand Bhatia: The Baahubali actress's brother Anand Bhatia is based in the US and is a doctor by profession. Anand Bhatia grabbed media attention when his sister turned wedding planner at his wedding in 2017.
Freida Pinto's sister Sharon Pinto: The Slumdog Millionaire actress's sister Sharon recently caught everyone's attention when Freida shared snapshots from Sharon's wedding on social media. Sharon, who wed Biplab, had a traditional Assamese wedding.
Arjun Rampal's sister Komal Rampal: Arjun's sister Komal is a businesswoman. In 2019, she launched a high street face and body shop in Bandra. She has also launched her own range of beauty products.
Taapsee Pannu's sister Shagun Pannu: Taapsee's sister stays away from the limelight, but she is quite popular on social media. Shagun is a wedding planner by profession. Her social media page description reads - "Wedding styler @the.wedding.factory Travel fanatic. Social media geek. Thinker. Explorer. Coffee addict :-)"
Parineeti Chopra's brothers Shivang and Sahaj: The Namaste England actress has two younger brothers - Shivang and Sahaj. They are often seen together at private gatherings.
Ayesha Takia's sister Natasha Takia: Ayesha Takia's sister Natasha describes herself as a 'TreeHugger, Vegan, Lover, Poet, Feminist, MoonChild, Tattooed Mama' on Instagram. Natasha is quite active on social media and keeps sharing moments from her life with husband Jack Tucker and son River.
Vrajesh Hirjee's sister Pushtiie Shakti: We all know Vrajesh as the actor who can tickle anyone's funny bone with his antics. The actor has a sister named Pushtiie Shakti, who has acted in the TV shows Mahi Way, Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, and Hum Paanch season 2 (2005) among others.
Kartik Aaryan's sister Kritika Tiwari: The Pati, Patni Aur Woh actor has a younger sister Kritika Tiwari, who recently graduated and bagged her MBBS degree. Kartik fondly calls his little sister 'Kittu', while Kritika calls him 'Koki'.
Randeep Hooda's siblings Anjali and Sandeep: Randeep Hooda has an elder sister, Anjali Hooda Sangwan. She is a nutritionist who trained in the United States of America. Randeep also has a younger brother Sandeep Hooda, who is a software engineer working in Singapore.
Mallika Sherawat's brother Vikram Lamba: Mallika Sherawat is quite close to her filmmaker brother Vikram Singh Lamba. Vikram has worked as an associate producer on a film titled The Kid with Hollywood star Chris Pratt.
Minissha Lamba's brother Karan: Minissha Lamba has a brother named Karan Lamba, who is said to be very protective of her. Karan is married to celebrity stylist Aastha Sharma.
Sidharth Malhotra's brother Harshad: Sidharth Malhotra's elder brother Harshad Malhotra works in the banking industry. They look similar, don't they?
Tara Sutaria's sister Pia: Student of the Year 2 actress Tara Sutaria has a twin sister named Pia Sutaria, who's (just like Tara) a trained ballet dancer and a model. Her Instagram account is filled with amazing videos of her practice sessions and performances. Does she have any plans to step in Bollywood?
Meezaan and Alaviaa Jaaferi: Bollywood actor Jaaved Jaaferi's son Meezaan, who made his Bollywood debut with Mangesh Hadawale's Malaal, has an elder sister Alaviaa, who is a social media sensation. Her debut in the film industry is not on the cards any time soon.
Anushka Sharma's brother Karnesh: He was a state-level cricket player and played for the under-19 Karnataka Ranji cricket team. Karnesh Sharma is the co-founder of the production company Clean Slate Films along with Anushka.
Preity Zinta's brothers Deepankar and Manish: That's Preity Zinta's brother Deepankar, who is a year elder to her. He is a commissioned officer in the Indian Army. Preity also has a younger brother, Manish, who lives in California.
Neha Sharma's sister Aisha: Actress Neha Sharma's sister Aisha Sharma is a model. She had featured with Ayushmann Khurrana in the music video Ikvaari (2016). Aisha made her Bollywood debut with John Abraham's Satyamev Jayate.
Neil Nitin Mukesh's brother Naman: He is interested in film direction and even assisted Abbas Mustan in Race 2. Naman Nitin Mukesh made his directorial debut with Bypass Road, which starred Neil as the main lead. It also starred Adah Sharma, Gul Panag and Rajit Kapur.
Aamir Khan's sister Nikhat: Aamir Khan has a sister named Nikhat, who is married and settled in Pune. Aamir also has a brother Faisal Khan, who has acted with him in Mela (2000) among several other films in Bollywood.
Esha Gupta's sister Neha: Jannat 2 actress Esha Gupta's sister Neha Gupta is an established fashion designer based in Delhi. Talking about her sister, Esha Gupta had said, 'Being my elder sister, Neha has always been someone I've looked up to. Our fashion sense is very different, which works wonders, she's classy and quirky.'
Amrita Rao's sister Preetika: Preetika Rao, better known as Aaliya from TV soap 'Beintehaa', is a well-established actress in the television world. However, very few know that she is Amrita Rao's sister.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's brother Aditya: Aishwarya's elder brother Aditya is a Merchant Navy engineer. Aditya is married to Shrima Rai, Mrs India 2009. He also produced the film 'Dil Ka Rishta', which starred Ash and Arjun Rampal.
Ranveer Singh's sister Ritika Bhavnani: Ranveer Singh is very close to his elder sister, Ritika, and sometimes even says she's like a second mother to him. In an interview, Ranveer spoke about her saying, "My sister is my angel. She loves me unconditionally. She spoils and pampers me to bits."
Yami Gautam's sister Surilie: Although Surilie Gautam is mostly known for being the younger sister of Yami Gautam, she has made her own identity on television as the lead in Meet Mila De Rabba on Sony channel.
Bhumi Pednekar's sister Samiksha: Bhumi Pednekar too has a younger sister Samiksha Pednekar, who is a lawyer by profession. Bhumi wants to see her sister in films, however, Samiksha has never shown any signs of plans in acting.
Akshay Kumar's sister Alka: Akshay Kumar has a sister named Alka Bhatia (left), who married construction honcho Surendra Hiranandani.
Shah Rukh Khan's sister Shahnaz: Shah Rukh Khan has an elder sister named Shahnaz Lala Rukh, who is rarely seen in the public glare.
Rani Mukerji's brother Raja: Rani Mukerji's younger brother Raja Mukerji is a producer-director. He was in the news a few years ago when he was arrested on charges of molestation levelled against him by a TV actress.
Manisha Koirala's brother Siddharth: The younger brother of Manisha Koirala, Siddharth Koirala tried his hand at acting with the 2006 film 'Anwar'. His career never took off.
Soha Ali Khan and Saif Ali Khan's sister Saba: Sharmila Tagore's daughter Saba Ali Khan (second from left) is a jewellery designer. She is very camera shy, and perhaps, that's why she prefers staying away from the media glare.
Vivek Oberoi's sister Meghna: Vivek Oberoi has a younger sister Meghna, who is married to businessman Amit Bama.
Sushmita Sen's brother Rajeev: Sushmita Sen has a handsome brother who goes by the name Rajeev. Rajeev's chiselled body and dashing personality have already made girls fall for him. Looking at his Instagram pictures, he seems quite ready to get into Bollywood. Well, it's not just his sister who is an actor, Rajeev's wife Charu Asopa is also a popular television actress.
Alia Bhatt's sister Shaheen: Alia's elder sister Shaheen Bhatt (centre) has written a few scenes for Zeher and Jism 2. She was an assistant director for Raaz 3 and has also co-written Son of Sardaar, starring Ajay Devgn and Sonakshi Sinha.
Bipasha Basu's sisters Bidisha and Vijayeta: Bipasha has one elder sister, Bidisha, and Vijayeta is her younger sister. While Bidisha is married and has two kids - Anitej and Nirajita (who is also fondly known as Nia), Vijayeta got married last year.
The Kolhapure sisters: While Padmini and Tejaswini Kolhapure (first two from left) are actors, Shivangi (extreme right) is better known as Shakti Kapoor's wife.