★ HOW OLD IS THE GREAT KHALI?
The Great Khali is 53 years old, born August 27, 1972 in IN · Virgo.
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About
The Great Khali—ring name of Dalip Singh Rana—became WWE's first Indian-born world champion, a feat powered by his 7-foot frame and acromegaly-driven imposing presence. Born in India in 1972, he signed with WWE in 2006 and feuded with The Undertaker, John Cena, Batista, and Triple H throughout the mid-2000s to early 2010s. Beyond wrestling, he appeared in The Longest Yard (2005) and Get Smart (2008), and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2021. Virgo discipline runs deep—he founded Continental Wrestling Entertainment in Punjab in 2015.
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Biography
Dalip Singh Rana, professionally known as The Great Khali, is an Indian-born American former professional wrestler and actor. Born on August 27, 1972, in India, he stands over 7 feet tall due to acromegaly, a condition that became central to his wrestling mystique. Rana began his professional wrestling career in 2000, competing in All Pro Wrestling (APW), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) before signing with WWE in 2006. In WWE, he became the first Indian-born world champion and engaged in high-profile feuds with The Undertaker, John Cena, Batista, and Triple H, while participating in marquee events like WrestleMania and SummerSlam. His wrestling tenure spanned the mid-2000s to early 2010s, during which he cemented himself as one of WWE's most recognizable international figures. Beyond the ring, Khali appeared in Hollywood films including The Longest Yard (2005) and Get Smart (2008), expanding his profile as both wrestler and actor. In 2015, he founded Continental Wrestling Entertainment (CWE) based in Jalandhar, Punjab, transitioning into promotion and business. Khali was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2021 and continues to make occasional appearances for the company. As a Virgo born in late August, he embodies the sign's methodical discipline—from wrestling mechanics to entrepreneurial ventures. His life-path number 9 reflects universal influence and legacy-building; his career arc spans continents and generations.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Rana began his professional wrestling career in 2000, initially competing in All Pro Wrestling (APW) in the United States. He then moved through World Championship Wrestling (WCW), New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), and other international promotions before landing his breakthrough deal with WWE in 2006. His acromegaly-driven 7-foot stature had already set him apart physically, but it was his stint in these earlier promotions that honed his in-ring work and prepared him for WWE's main roster.
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Trivia
- The Great Khali became WWE's first Indian-born world champion, a historic achievement during his tenure in the mid-2000s to early 2010s.
- He appeared in Hollywood films The Longest Yard (2005) and Get Smart (2008), crossing over from wrestling into mainstream film.
- Khali was runner-up on the Indian reality show Bigg Boss 4 in 2011, bringing his larger-than-life personality to a non-wrestling audience.
- In 2015, he founded Continental Wrestling Entertainment (CWE) in Jalandhar, Punjab, transitioning from performer to promoter.
- He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2021, cementing his legacy in professional wrestling history.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. The Great Khali often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 9 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is The Great Khali?
- The Great Khali is 53 years old (born August 27, 1972).
- When is The Great Khali's birthday?
- The Great Khali was born on August 27, 1972.
- What is The Great Khali's zodiac sign?
- The Great Khali is a Virgo, born August 27, 1972.
- What is The Great Khali's Chinese zodiac sign?
- The Great Khali was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is The Great Khali from?
- The Great Khali is from IN.
- What does The Great Khali do?
- The Great Khali is a actor.
- Is The Great Khali still alive?
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