About
Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, born on 9th June 1985, is an esteemed Indian actress primarily known for her work in Hindi films. She is the daughter of renowned actor Anil Kapoor and started her career as an assistant director for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2005 film “Black”. Kapoor made her acting debut with Bhansali’s romantic drama “Saawariya” in 2007, which, despite being a box office flop, marked the beginning of her journey in the industry. She tasted her first commercial success with the romantic comedy “I Hate Luv Storys” in 2010, but a series of commercial failures and repetitive roles followed, earning her negative reviews.
However, the tide turned for Kapoor with the 2013 hit “Raanjhanaa”, earning her critical praise and numerous Best Actress nominations. She found significant commercial success with supporting roles in biopics “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” (2013) and “Sanju” (2018), and a leading role in the romance “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” (2015), the latter two being among the highest-grossing Bollywood films. Her portrayal of Neerja Bhanot in the 2016 biographical thriller “Neerja” won her a National Film Award and a Filmfare Award, and she followed it with a starring role in the 2018 female buddy film “Veere Di Wedding”. Both films rank among the highest-grossing female-led Hindi films.
She is also a prominent supporter of breast cancer awareness and LGBT rights. Known for her outspoken personality, Kapoor is often cited as one of India’s most fashionable celebrities. Kapoor is married to businessman Anand Ahuja, and they have a son together.
Path to fame
Sonam Kapoor first gained recognition for her role in “Saawariya” (2007). She subsequently became one of Bollywood’s leading actresses after her performance in “Neerja” (2016), which earned her a National Film Award – Special Mention.
Nicknames
Sonz, Sana, Giraffe
BIRTHDAY
June 9, 1985 (age 38)
BORN
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Map)
ZODIAC SIGN
Gemini
EDUCATION
Arya Vidya Mandir School in Juhu and then attended United World College of South East Asia in Singapore for her International Baccalaureate. She studied Political Science and Economics at University of East London.
POLITICAL VIEWS
Unknown
Nationality
Indian
Ethnicity
Punjabi
EYE COLOR
Dark Brown
HAIR COLOR
Black
HEIGHT
5ft 8 (173 cm)
WEIGHT
55 kg (121 lb)
DIET
Vegetarian
Breasts-Waist-Hips
34-26-34 inches (86-66-86 cm)
BRA SIZE
34B
HANDEDNESS
Right-handed
TATTOOS
Unknown
SMOKE
Unknown
NET WORTH
$15 Million (2023)
Faith
Unknown
languages spoken
English, Hindi, Punjabi
IQ
Unknown
House
Unknown
Daily routine
Unknown
Sexual Orientation
Heterosexual
Dating history
She is married to Anand Ahuja, a Delhi-based entrepreneur, since May 2018.
Personal Quotes
“I am an artist, and I have the ability and the free will to choose the way the characters are portrayed.”
“I believe that the human spirit is indomitable. If you endeavor to achieve, it will happen given enough resolve.”
“If you want to live your entire life in comfort, it’s easy. But, to be a success, you have to fight, be a rebel and take risks.”
“Every film that I do has a personal connect.”
“I’m not afraid to express my opinions. I’m an outspoken woman.”
“I have always aimed to play characters not caricatures.”
“A girl’s got to use what she’s given, and I’m not going to make a guy drool the way a Britney video does. So I take it to extremes. I don’t say I dress sexily on stage – what I do is so extreme. It’s meant to make guys think: ‘I don’t know if this is sexy or just weird.'”
“There’s nothing wrong in revealing your true self to the world.”
“I would rather be stupid than pretend to be intelligent.”
“It’s okay to be flawed, it’s okay to not be perfect, it’s okay to be yourself, you just have to be yourself.”
Favorite Things
hobbies
Reading, shopping, playing video games, writing, collecting paintings
pet
She has a dog named Zoya.
place to visit
Paris, France and New York, USA
food
Aloo Paav, Tandoor Crab, Cholar Dal, Dahi Batata Puri, Pork Belly Bun, Dahi Batata Puri, Chicken with Ginger and Potatoes.
actor
Anil Kapoor (her father), Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan, Nutan, Waheeda Rehman, Meena Kumari, Priyanka Chopra, Rani Mukerji, and Madhuri Dixit
book
“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen
movie
“Devdas” (Bollywood), “Titanic” and “City of God” (Hollywood)
On Social
Facebook
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Instagram
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Twitter
@sonamakapoor
TikTok
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Youtube
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On the Web
Official Website
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Reddit.com
Discussion
Wikipedia.com
Biography
IMDB.com
Filmography
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Wallpapers
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Gifs
Videos
Fun Facts
She is the daughter of the famous Bollywood actor, Anil Kapoor.
Before starting her acting career, she worked as an assistant director.
She lost about 35 kilograms before making her film debut.
She is a trained classical dancer.
Sonam Kapoor is a self-proclaimed bookworm.
She suffers from diabetes and follows a strict diet to manage it.
She has her own clothing line named “Rheson” with her sister Rhea Kapoor.
Her first job was as a waitress.
She was originally named “Sunam,” meaning “beautiful,” but her mother changed it to “Sonam,” meaning “lucky.”
She is a huge fan of the famous director, Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Career Highlight
- 2007: Made her acting debut in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s romantic drama “Saawariya.”
- 2009: Starred in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s “Delhi-6.”
- 2010: Played a leading role in the romantic comedy “I Hate Luv Storys,” which was a box office success.
- 2012: Featured in the critically acclaimed film “Raanjhanaa,” which marked her first commercial success.
- 2014: Played the lead role in the romantic comedy “Khoobsurat.”
- 2015: Had a supporting role in the ensemble film “Dil Dhadakne Do.”
- 2016: Gave an award-winning performance in the biographical thriller “Neerja,” for which she received a National Film Award – Special Mention and a Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress.
- 2018: Starred in the female buddy film “Veere Di Wedding,” which was a commercial success.
- 2019: Starred in “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga,” one of the first mainstream Bollywood films to feature a lesbian romance.
- 2019: Played a pivotal role in “The Zoya Factor” based on Anuja Chauhan’s best-selling novel.
