Ileana D’Cruz, an Indian-born Portuguese actress, has made a significant impact in the Indian film industry, predominantly appearing in Hindi and Telugu films. The Bollywood Actress with her vibrant smile and beautiful looks, she has charmed audiences and critics alike, earning her a top slot in the industry.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on November 1, 1987, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Ileana spent most of her childhood in Goa. She attended St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School and College in Mapusa, Goa, and later graduated from the University of Mumbai.
Initially, she was very reluctant to take up modeling as a career, but a hotel manager coaxed her into it. Her first photoshoot, done by Marc Robinson, was a disaster, but she didn’t let that deter her.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ileana D’Cruz |
| Nickname | Illu |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | None |
| Date of Birth | 1 November 1987 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 36 years |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Nationality | Portuguese |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Hometown | Parra, Goa, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
| Hobbies and Interests | Swimming, photography, reading |
| Languages Known | English, Hindi, Konkani |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Ileana D’Cruz |
| IMDb Profile link | Ileana D’Cruz |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Slim |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 33-23-34 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5 ft 2 in or 157.5 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 52 kg or 115 lbs |
| Chest | 33 inches |
| Waist | 23 inches |
| Biceps | N/A |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Often changes her hairstyle according to her roles and preferences. She has sported long, short, curly, straight, and wavy hair in different films and events |
| Distinctive Features | Small face, thick eyebrows, dimpled smile |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Boyfriend/Husband, Affairs
Ileana is the daughter of Ronaldo D’Cruz, a mechanical draftsman, and Samira D’Cruz. She has three siblings – an older sister Farrah, a younger brother Rhys, and the youngest sister Eileen.
On May 13, 2023, she married Michael Dolan. The couple welcomed a baby boy, Koa Phoenix Dolan, on August 1, 2023.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Husband | Michael Dolan |
| Father | Ronaldo D’Cruz |
| Mother | Samira D’Cruz |
| Children | Koa Phoenix Dolan (Son) |
| Siblings | Rhys D’Cruz (Brother) |
| Affairs – Boyfriend(s) | Andrew Kneebone (Ex-boyfriend) , Sebastien Laurent Michel (Rumoured) |
| Significant Relationships | Michael Dolan (Current husband and father of her son) |
Rise to Stardom
Ileana made her screen debut in 2006 with the Telugu-language film Devadasu, which was a commercial success. This success paved the way for her to star in several successful Telugu films such as Pokiri, Jalsa, Kick, and Julayi.
She made her debut in Tamil cinema with Kedi and starred in Shankar’s Nanban, a commercial success. In 2012, she expanded to Hindi cinema with Anurag Basu’s comedy-drama Barfi!, for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Ileana D’Cruz – Debut Film – Devadasu (2006)
Ileana D’Cruz – Successful Film – Kick (2014)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Ileana has received several awards, including a Filmfare Award South and a Filmfare Award. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Barfi! in 2013 and the Filmfare Awards South Best Female Debut for Devadasu in 2007.
She also received the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu nomination for Pokiri, Jalsa, and Kick.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actress, model |
| Debut Film | Devadasu (2006) |
| Notable Roles | Shruti Ghosh in Barfi!, Rani in Rustom, Naina in Raid, Sunaina in Main Tera Hero, Madhu in Julayi |
| Recent Films – New Movies | The Big Bull (2021), Pagalpanti (2019), Amar Akbar Anthony (2018), Raid (2018), Baadshaho (2017) |
| Upcoming Films | Unfair & Lovely (2021), Big Bull (2021) |
| Popular Television Series | Bigg Boss,The Kapil Sharma,The Big Bull,Nanban |
| Awards and Achievements | Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Barfi! (2013), Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South for Devadasu (2007), Vogue Beauty Award for Fresh Face of the Year (2012), Screen Award for Most Promising Debut Actress for Barfi! (2013) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Clear Shampoo, CavinKare, Tourism Fiji, Electrolux, Emami Talc, Fair & Lovely, Pilgrim, Hidesign, The Moms Co., Oriflame, IICE Vodka, AOC TV, Huggies, Micromax, Coca Cola |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Attended a charity event for the underprivileged kids in 2016 , supported UN Women’s HeForShe campaign , participated in P&G Shiksha campaign for education , donated her eyes to Ramayamma International Eye Bank |
| Professional Associations | N/A |
| Training and Education | Graduated from University of Mumbai , started modelling and acting classes with Aruna Bhikshu |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Barfi!, Rustom, Raid, Nanban, Kick, Jalsa |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Barfi!, Rustom, Nanban |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | 109 Crore INR or $15 Million USD |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | 3 to 4 Crore INR or $400,000 to $500,000 USD |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | 1 Crore INR or $130,000 USD |
| Sponsorship Deals | Tourism Fiji, Audi, Indica, etc |
| Business Ventures | N/A |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | House in Goa |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Jewelry, designer clothes, etc |
| Cars Collection | Audi S5 Sportback, Audi Q7, etc |
Favourite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favourite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favourite Actor | Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan |
| Favourite Actress | Kajol, Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone, Salma Hayek |
| Favourite Film | Barfi, Devdas (Bollywood), Notting Hill (Hollywood) |
| Favourite Music Bands | Pehli Dafa |
| Favourite Sport | N/A |
| Favourite Books | Sidney Sheldon’s novels |
| Favourite Colour | White, Green, Black |
| Favourite Food | Biryani, Chinese, Italian food, Rasgullas, Rasmalai, Dark Chocolate |
| Things s/he likes | Swimming, Photography, Reading |
| Things s/he dislikes | N/A |
Top 5 Best Films – Ileana D’cruz
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Barfi! | 2012 | Shruti Ghosh Sengupta |
| Rustom | 2016 | Cynthia Pavri |
| Main Tera Hero | 2014 | Sunaina |
| Raid | 2018 | Malini Patnaik |
| The Big Bull | 2021 | Meera Rao |
Controversies – Ileana D’cruz
- Her bold comments on sex created a lot of controversy when she said that “Sex is a major relaxation to my body. It keeps me young and I don’t mind talking about that in public”.
- In 2012, a film producer Mohan Natarajan registered a complaint against her for not returning the advance of ₹40 lakhs that she took from him.
- She was reportedly banned from the Tamil Film Industry for not fulfilling an agreement.
- There were rumors of her ego clash with Jr NTR.
- She was upset with the makers of a film as the end product was different from what was narrated initially.
Interesting Facts – Ileana D’cruz
- Ileana does not know cooking.
- She has a strong desire for ras malai, rasgullas, and dark chocolate.
- She is not fond of rice.
- She has a tattoo with the inscription “Inspire” written on her wrist.
- She is a mint addict and always carries mints with her.
- She loves animals and has a dog and a cat as her pets.
In conclusion, Ileana D’Cruz’s journey in the Indian film industry is a testament to her talent, hard work, and resilience. Despite the controversies and challenges, she continues to shine brightly, captivating audiences with her performances and contributing significantly to Indian cinema.
