Sonam Kapoor wiki-biodata:-
Name | Sonam Kapoor Ahuja |
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Date of Birth | June 9, 1985 |
Place of Birth | Mumbai, India |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 2007-present |
Spouse | Anand Ahuja |
Parents | Anil Kapoor (Father), Sunita Kapoor (Mother) |
Siblings | Rhea Kapoor (Younger Sister), Harshvardhan Kapoor (Younger Brother) |
Education | United World College of South East Asia (Singapore), University of Mumbai |
Film Debut | Saawariya (2007) |
Famous For | Her fashion sense and acting skills in movies such as Aisha, Neerja, and Veere Di Wedding |
Awards | National Film Award for Best Actress (Neerja), Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress (Neerja), Filmfare Award for Best Actress (Khoobsurat)
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Sonam Kapoor Ahuja is a popular Indian actress who has made her mark in Bollywood with her impeccable acting skills and stunning looks. She was born on June 9, 1985, in Mumbai, India, to actor Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor. She is the eldest of their three children, with younger siblings Rhea and Harshvardhan.
Sonam Kapoor physical appearance:
Feature | Description |
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Height | 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) |
Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
Body Measurements | 34-26-34 inches |
Eye Color | Dark brown |
Hair Color | Black |
Skin Tone | Fair |
Dress Size | 4 (US) |
Shoe Size | 9 (US) |
Tattoos | Sonam Kapoor has a tattoo on her wrist which says "faith" in Hindi, and another tattoo on her inner forearm which says "soni" (a nickname given by her grandmother) in Devanagari script. |
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Sonam Kapoor Education Qualification:
Sonam studied at the Arya Vidya Mandir school in Juhu, Mumbai, and later attended the United World College of South East Asia in Singapore, where she pursued theatre studies and International Baccalaureate. After completing her studies, she returned to Mumbai and worked as an assistant director under Sanjay Leela Bhansali for the film "Black" (2005).
Degree | Institute/University | Year |
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High School | Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai | 2003 |
International Baccalaureate (IB) | United World College of South East Asia, Singapore | 2003-2004 |
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science and Economics | University of Mumbai, Mumbai | 2005-2007 |
Note: Sonam Kapoor did not complete her university education as she left midway to pursue a career in acting.
In 2007, Sonam made her acting debut with Bhansali's romantic drama "Saawariya," alongside Ranbir Kapoor. Although the film was a commercial failure, Sonam's performance was appreciated, and she received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She then appeared in a number of films such as "Delhi-6" (2009), "I Hate Luv Storys" (2010), and "Aisha" (2010), which earned her critical acclaim.
Sonam's breakthrough role came in the 2013 film "Raanjhanaa," in which she played the lead role of Zoya. Her performance was widely appreciated, and she received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She then went on to star in a number of successful films such as "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" (2013), "Khoobsurat" (2014), "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo" (2015), and "Neerja" (2016).
"Neerja" was a biographical film based on the life of Neerja Bhanot, a flight attendant who lost her life while saving passengers from terrorists on board the hijacked Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986. Sonam's performance as Neerja was widely acclaimed, and she won the National Film Award for Best Actress and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress.
Film:
Year | Film Title | Role | Notes |
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2007 | Saawariya | Sakina | Debut Film |
2009 | Delhi-6 | Bittu Sharma | |
2010 | I Hate Luv Storys | Simran | |
2010 | Aisha | Aisha Kapoor | |
2011 | Thank You | Sanjana Malhotra | |
2011 | Mausam | Aayat Rasool | |
2012 | Players | Naina Braganza | |
2013 | Bombay Talkies | Herself | Special appearance in song "Apna Bombay Talkies" |
2013 | Raanjhanaa | Zoya Haider | |
2014 | Bewakoofiyaan | Mayera Sehgal | |
2014 | Khoobsurat | Dr. Mrinalini "Milli" Chakravarty | |
2015 | Dolly Ki Doli | Dolly | |
2015 | Prem Ratan Dhan Payo | Rajkumari Maithili Devi | |
2016 | Neerja | Neerja Bhanot | National Film Award for Best Actress |
2016 | A Flying Jatt | Herself | Special appearance in song "Beat Pe Booty" |
2017 | Running Shaadi | Nimmi | Special appearance in song "Pyaar Ka Test" |
2017 | Pad Man | Pari Walia | |
2018 | Veere Di Wedding | Avni Sharma | |
2019 | Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga | Sweety Chaudhary | |
2019 | The Zoya Factor | Zoya Singh Solanki | |
2020 | AK vs AK | Herself | Cameo |
2021 | Blind | TBA | Filming |
2021 | Sujoy Ghosh's Next | TBA | Announced |
2022 | Animal | TBA | Filming |
Cameo appearances, special appearances, or short films:
Year | Film Title | Role |
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2009 | Luck by Chance | Herself |
2011 | Thank You | Herself |
2011 | Bbuddah... Hoga Terra Baap | Special appearance in song "Go Meera" |
2011 | Players | Herself |
2013 | Bombay Talkies | Herself |
2014 | Dolly Ki Doli | Special appearance in song "Mere Naina Kafir Hogaye" |
2016 | A Flying Jatt | Special appearance in song "Beat Pe Booty" |
2017 | Running Shaadi | Special appearance in song "Pyaar Ka Test" |
2018 | Sanju | Herself |
2020 | The Zoya Factor | Special appearance in song "Maheroo" |
2020 | Bhaag Beanie Bhaag (TV Series) | Herself |
2020 | AK vs AK | Herself |
2022 | Blind | Special appearance |
2022 | Jayeshbhai Jordaar | Special appearance in song "Mere Sathiya" |
Award:
Award | Year | Category | Film/Work |
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Filmfare Awards | 2008 | Best Female Debut | Saawariya |
Stardust Awards | 2008 | Superstar of Tomorrow - Female | Saawariya |
IIFA Awards | 2010 | Best Actress | Delhi-6 |
Stardust Awards | 2010 | Best Actress | Delhi-6 |
Filmfare Awards | 2011 | Best Actress | Aisha |
Screen Awards | 2011 | Best Actress (Critics) | Aisha |
Stardust Awards | 2011 | Best Actress - Comedy or Romance | Aisha |
Zee Cine Awards | 2012 | International Icon Female | -- |
Asianet Film Awards | 2012 | Outstanding Performance of the Year | Vaaranam Aayiram (Tamil film) |
Screen Awards | 2014 | Best Actress (Popular Choice) | Raanjhanaa |
Filmfare Awards | 2014 | Best Actress | Raanjhanaa |
Lions Gold Awards | 2015 | Best Actress | Khoobsurat |
Stardust Awards | 2015 | Best Actress - Comedy or Romance | Khoobsurat |
Indian Film Festival | 2016 | Best Actress | Neerja |
National Film Awards | 2017 | Special Mention | Neerja |
Zee Cine Awards | 2017 | Best Actress | Neerja |
Filmfare Awards | 2017 | Best Actress (Critics) | Neerja |
Screen Awards | 2017 | Best Actress (Critics) | Neerja |
IIFA Awards | 2017 | Best Actress | Neerja |
Vogue Beauty Awards | 2018 | Beauty of the Year (Female) | -- |
Zee Cine Awards | 2019 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Pad Man (shared with Rajkummar Rao) |
Filmfare Awards | 2019 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Pad Man (shared with Rajkummar Rao) |
International Film Festival of India | 2019 | Diversity in Indian Cinema | -- |
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Net Worth:
Year | Net Worth | Source of Income |
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2015 | $3 million | Acting, Endorsements, and Brand Ambassadorships |
2018 | $10 million | Acting, Endorsements, and Brand Ambassadorships |
2020 | $10 million | Acting, Endorsements, and Brand Ambassadorships |
2021 | $10 million (estimated) | Acting, Endorsements, and Brand Ambassadorships |
Brand Ambassadorships:
Brand | Product/Service | Year |
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L'Oreal Paris | Cosmetics | 2010 |
Electrolux | Kitchen and Home Appliances | 2011 |
Spice Mobiles | Mobile Phones | 2012 |
Colgate-Palmolive | Oral Care Products | 2012 |
Signature | Premium Whiskey | 2012 |
Oppo Mobiles | Mobile Phones | 2016 |
IWC Schaffhausen | Luxury Watches | 2017 |
NDTV | Support My School Campaign | 2012 |
Cuddles | Baby Products | 2017 |
Kalyan Jewellers | Jewelry | 2017 |
The Wedding Brigade | Wedding Planning Services | 2017 |
Veet India | Hair Removal Products | 2018 |
Iba Cosmetics | Cosmetics | 2018 |
ITC Nimwash Vegetable and Fruit Wash | Fruit and Vegetable Cleaning Solution | 2020 |
MyGlamm | Cosmetics | 2021 |
BoAt Lifestyle | Audio and Wearable Devices | 2021 |
Club Factory | Online Shopping Platform | 2021 |
Apart from acting, Sonam is also known for her fashion sense and has been a regular on the red carpet at various international events such as the Cannes Film Festival. She has also been the brand ambassador for several popular brands such as L'Oreal, Oppo, and IWC Schaffhausen.