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Sonu Sood was born on July 30, 1976 in Punjab, India and is credited as a model, film producer and television actor. Sonu Sood is 50 years old as of 2026. Awards on record include Nandi Award, Filmfare Awards South and International Indian Film Academy Awards.
My Take
Sonu Sood is one of the more compelling figures in Indian cinema for a reason that has little to do with cinema. Yes, he's a formidable screen villain, a Nandi and Filmfare South winner who can dominate a frame, working seamlessly across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil films. But what genuinely moves me is the gap between his on-screen menace and his off-screen generosity, most visibly his vast relief work for stranded migrant workers. That contrast, terrifying as a bad guy, tender as a humanitarian, is rare and real. I admire performers who use their fame as a tool, not just a trophy.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Sonu Sood
- Name (Japanese)
- ソーヌー・スード
- Reading
- そーぬー・すーど
- Born
- July 30, 1976 (age 50)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Leo / Dragon
- Origin
- Punjab, India
- Occupation
- actor / model / film producer / television actor / film actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- Nandi Award
- Filmfare Awards South
- International Indian Film Academy Awards
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Sonu Sood born?
Born July 30, 1976 (age 50).
Where is Sonu Sood from?
Sonu Sood is from Punjab, India.
What does Sonu Sood do?
Sonu Sood works as actor, model, film producer, television actor, film actor.
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