Sonakshi Sinha, an Indian film actress and model, has made a significant impact in the Bollywood industry. The Bollywood Actress Known for her acting prowess and unique style, she has become a household name and a role model for many aspiring actresses.
This blog post delves into the life and career of this talented actress, shedding light on her journey to stardom, personal life, and some intriguing facts about her.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on June 2, 1987, in Patna, Bihar, Sonakshi Sinha was raised in Mumbai, Maharashtra. She is the daughter of veteran Bollywood actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha.
Sonakshi completed her school education at Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai, and later pursued a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design at Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University (SNDT), Mumbai. Before venturing into films, she worked as a costume designer.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
Personal Details | Information |
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Full Name | Sonakshi Sinha |
Nickname | Sona |
Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Shotgun Junior, Dabangg Girl, Rajjo |
Date of Birth | 2 June 1987 (Tuesday) |
Age (as of 2023) | 36 Years |
Religion | Hinduism |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Nationality | Indian |
Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Hometown | Patna, Bihar, India |
Current Address | 49, Ramayan, 9th Road, JVPD Scheme, Juhu, Mumbai |
Education Qualification | Graduation in Fashion Designing |
Hobbies and Interests | Photography, Reading books, Doing yoga, and Dancing |
Languages Known | Hindi, English, and Marathi |
Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
Wikipedia Profile link | Sonakshi Sinha |
IMDb Profile link | Sonakshi Sinha |
Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
Physical Stats | Information |
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Body Type | Voluptuous |
Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 35-27-35 inches |
Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’6″ / 66″ / 169 cm |
Weight in kg, lbs | 70 kg / 154 lbs |
Chest | 35 inches |
Waist | 27 inches |
Biceps | N/A |
Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
Hair Colour | Black |
Hairstyle | Long and wavy |
Distinctive Features | Broad forehead, plump lips, and expressive eyes |
Tattoos | A star on her right collarbone |
Family and Relationships – Boyfriend/Husband, Affairs
Sonakshi is the youngest of three children. She has two elder brothers, Luv Sinha and Kush Sinha. Despite having her own house, Sonakshi lives with her parents, Shatrughan and Poonam.
In terms of relationships, Sonakshi is currently dating actor Zaheer Iqbal.
Relationships Details | Information |
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Marital Status | Unmarried |
Spouse – Husband | N/A |
Father | Shatrughan Sinha (actor and politician) |
Mother | Poonam Sinha (homemaker) |
Children | N/A |
Siblings | Luv Sinha (elder brother), Kush Sinha (elder brother) |
Affairs – Boyfriend(s) | Aditya Shroff (of Fame cinemas), Bunty Sajdeh, Zaheer Iqbal (actor) |
Significant Relationships | Zaheer Iqbal (confirmed their relationship on social media in June 2022) |
Rise to Stardom
Sonakshi made her acting debut in the 2010 action film ‘Dabangg’, opposite Salman Khan. Her performance won her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She rose to prominence by playing the leading lady in several male-dominated action films, including ‘Rowdy Rathore’ (2012), ‘Son of Sardaar’ (2012), ‘Dabangg 2’ (2012), and ‘Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty’ (2014).
Sonakshi Sinha – Debut Film – Dabangg (2010)
Sonakshi Sinha – Successful Film – Dabangg 2 (2012)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Sonakshi has received numerous accolades throughout her career. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her performance in ‘Dabangg’. She has also received five Stardust Awards nominations, winning the Superstar of Tomorrow Female for ‘Dabangg’ (2010).
For her critically acclaimed performance in the period romantic drama ‘Lootera’ (2012), she won the Zee Cine Awards for Best Actress Critics.
Career Details | Information |
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Profession(s) | Actress, Singer, Costume Designer |
Debut Film | Dabangg (2010) |
Notable Roles | Rajjo Pandey in Dabangg series, Pakhi Roy Chaudhary in Lootera, Akira Sharma in Akira, Eka Gandhi in Mission Mangal |
Recent Films – New Movies | Double XL (2022), Bhuj: The Pride of India (2021), Dabangg 3 (2019), Mission Mangal (2019) |
Upcoming Films | Circus (2023), Kakuda (2023), Dahaad (2023) |
Popular Television Series | Indian Idol Junior (2015-2016), Nach Baliye 8 (2017), Om Shanti Om (2017), Dus Ka Dum 3 (2018) |
Awards and Achievements | Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Dabangg, IIFA Award for Best Debut Actress for Dabangg, Zee Cine Award for Best Actress for Lootera, Filmfare Glamour and Style Award for Risk Taker of the Year |
Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Colgate, Streax Professional, Emami BoroPlus, Foster Grant Eyewear, Relaxo Footwear, Provogue Women’s Wear, Asus India |
Philanthropy/Charity Work | PETA India campaign against animal testing, Smile Foundation campaign for education of underprivileged children, Oxfam India campaign for women empowerment, Being Human Foundation campaign for health and education |
Professional Associations | Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association, Cine and TV Artistes’ Association, Screenwriters Association |
Training and Education | Graduation in Fashion Designing from SNDT Women’s University |
Production Company | Shotgun Movies |
Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Dabangg series, Rowdy Rathore, Son of Sardaar, Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty, Mission Mangal |
Critical Acclaim Movies | Lootera, Akira, Noor |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
Financial Profile | Information |
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Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 80 Crore or $11 Million |
Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 4 to 5 Crore or $0.5 to 0.7 Million |
Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 60 Lakh to 1.7 Crore or $0.08 to 0.23 Million |
Sponsorship Deals | BMW Infinity Cars, Curio Cottage, Anmol Jewellers, etc. |
Business Ventures | House of Creativity (art venture), Soezi (nail art brand), etc. |
Investments | Real estate properties, art works, etc. |
Real Estate Holdings | Flat in Bandra, family house in Mumbai, etc. |
Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Anamika Khanna set, olive dress, denim outfit, etc. |
Cars Collection | Mercedes Benz S350 Coupe, BMW 6 Series GT, Mercedes Benz GLS 350d14, etc. |
Favourite Things, Likes and Dislikes
Favorite Things | Information |
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Favorite Actor | Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan |
Favorite Actress | Rani Mukherjee, Sri Devi |
Favorite Film | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Lagaan, Madagascar, Love Actually, Notting Hill |
Favorite Music Bands | Coldplay, U2, Maroon |
Favorite Sport | Tennis |
Favorite Books | The Da Vinci Code, Shantaram |
Favorite Color | Green, Yellow |
Favorite Food | Thai and Chinese cuisine |
Things s/he like | Dancing, Photography, Watching Movies |
Things s/he dislike | Smoking, Drinking, Gossiping |
Top 5 Best Films – Sonakshi Sinha
Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
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Dabangg | 2010 | Rajjo Pandey |
Rowdy Rathore | 2012 | Paro |
Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty | 2014 | Saiba Thapar |
Ittefaq | 2017 | Maya Sinha |
Lootera | 2013 | Pakhi Roy Chaudhary |
Controversies – Sonakshi Sinha
- She was accused of skipping an event in Delhi for which she had charged Rs 37 lakh in advance.
- A non-bailable warrant was issued against her in a fraud case.
- The actress’s manager was said to have refused to return the advance payment to the event organiser.
- Sonakshi landed in legal trouble over a fraud case.
- A Delhi event organiser filed a case against her.
Interesting Facts – Sonakshi Sinha
- Sonakshi was first thriving in the modeling industry before she indulged herself in the world of filming.
- She had to lose around 30 kilograms for her role in ‘Dabangg’.
- Sonakshi always carries a pair of extra clothes because she is paranoid about having a wardrobe malfunction.
- She has lent her voice for the Hindi version of the Hollywood movie ‘Rio 2’ and ‘Rise of the Guardians’.
- Sonakshi loves watching movies. Some of her favorite movies are ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Lejayenge’, ‘Kung Fu Panda’, ‘About a Boy’, ‘Nothing Hill’, ‘Love Actually’, ‘Primal Fera’, ‘Zoolander’, and ‘Madagascar’.
- Apart from the Indian cuisines, what she usually cooks at home and eats in a restaurant are Thai and Chinese cuisines.
Sonakshi Sinha’s journey in Bollywood is a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication. She continues to charm the audience with her performances and remains one of the most sought-after actresses in the industry.