Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Riteish Deshmukh: From Architect in New York to Bollywood Star
Riteish Deshmukh, known for films like 'Housefull 5,' used to be an architect in New York.
He left his architecture job to pursue acting.
He started with small roles, eventually finding success.
Deshmukh's debut was in 2003, and he has since starred in many movies.
He is also a producer.
Deshmukh is now working on his directorial debut, a biographical drama where he will play Chhatrapati Shivaji.
He is married to Genelia Deshmukh.
Riteish Deshmukh is an Indian actor, producer, and architect.
He left his architecture job in New York to pursue acting.
Deshmukh's debut film was in 2003.
He starred in 'Housefull 5', released on June 6, 2025.
Deshmukh is directing 'Raja Shivaji', set to be released May 1, 2026.
- Who
- Riteish Deshmukh.
- What
- An actor known for roles in films like 'Housefull', who previously worked as an architect.
- When
- 2003 (debut film); June 6, 2025 (Housefull 5 release)
- Where
- New York City and Maharashtra.
- Why
- Riteish Deshmukh left architecture to pursue acting.
- Profession
- Actor, Producer, Architect
- Born
- December 17, 1978
- Debut Film
- Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003)
- Film Franchise
- Housefull
- Upcoming film
- Raja Shivaji
