Anushka Sharma — Biography
Anushka Sharma, born on May 1, 1988, is a prominent Indian actress and former producer known for her work in Hindi cinema. Her achievements have garnered her numerous accolades, including a prestigious Filmfare Award. By 2018, she was recognized as one of India's highest-earning actresses, and her presence on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list has been consistent since 2012. Furthermore, Forbes Asia acknowledged her in their 2018 edition of the 30 Under 30 list.
Originally from Ayodhya and later growing up in Bangalore, Sharma embarked on her professional journey with a modeling engagement for designer Wendell Rodricks in 2007. This led her to relocate to Mumbai with aspirations of establishing a modeling career. Her acting breakthrough occurred in 2008, appearing alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the commercially successful romance, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. She solidified her standing with leading roles in Yash Raj Films' romantic ventures, Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) and Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), the latter of which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Sharma continued to impress critics for her portrayals of assertive female characters in films such as the crime thriller NH10 (2015), and the dramas Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016), and Sui Dhaaga (2018). Her most commercially successful films include the sports drama Sultan (2016), and Rajkumar Hirani's directorial efforts, PK (2014) and Sanju (2018). Following these successes, she took a break from acting.
Beyond her on-screen work, Sharma was a co-founder of the production company Clean Slate Filmz, where she was instrumental in producing various films and web series, including NH10 and Paatal Lok (2020). She also serves as a brand ambassador for numerous companies, has launched her own women's clothing line called Nush, and actively champions charitable initiatives, advocating for causes like gender equality and animal welfare. Anushka Sharma is married to cricketer Virat Kohli, and they are parents to a daughter.
Originally from Ayodhya and later growing up in Bangalore, Sharma embarked on her professional journey with a modeling engagement for designer Wendell Rodricks in 2007. This led her to relocate to Mumbai with aspirations of establishing a modeling career. Her acting breakthrough occurred in 2008, appearing alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the commercially successful romance, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. She solidified her standing with leading roles in Yash Raj Films' romantic ventures, Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) and Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), the latter of which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Sharma continued to impress critics for her portrayals of assertive female characters in films such as the crime thriller NH10 (2015), and the dramas Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016), and Sui Dhaaga (2018). Her most commercially successful films include the sports drama Sultan (2016), and Rajkumar Hirani's directorial efforts, PK (2014) and Sanju (2018). Following these successes, she took a break from acting.
Beyond her on-screen work, Sharma was a co-founder of the production company Clean Slate Filmz, where she was instrumental in producing various films and web series, including NH10 and Paatal Lok (2020). She also serves as a brand ambassador for numerous companies, has launched her own women's clothing line called Nush, and actively champions charitable initiatives, advocating for causes like gender equality and animal welfare. Anushka Sharma is married to cricketer Virat Kohli, and they are parents to a daughter.
