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Anushka Sharma is an Indian actress and producer. She was born on May 1, 1988 (38 years old), in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India.

She is best known for her work in Hindi films. Anushka started her career as a model before entering Bollywood with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi in 2008, in which she acted opposite Shah Rukh Khan.

Over the years, she has worked in many successful films, including Band Baaja Baaraat, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, PK, Sultan, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Sanju, Sui Dhaaga, and NH10.

She has also won major awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.

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Quick Facts of Anushka Sharma

Full Name	Anushka Sharma
Profession	Actress and producer
Age	38 years old
Date of Birth	May 1, 1988
Nationality	Indian
Zodiac/Sun Sign	Taurus
Birthplace	Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India
Current Address	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Gender	Female

Anushka Sharma Early Life

Anushka Sharma was born on 1 May 1988 in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Her father, Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma, is a retired army officer, and her mother, Ashima Sharma, is a homemaker. Because of her father’s army postings, she grew up in different parts of India. She did her primary schooling at St. Mary’s School in Margherita, Assam, where Sakshi Dhoni, the wife of cricketer M.S. Dhoni, was her classmate. She later completed her schooling at Army School in Bengaluru and then earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru.

Anushka first wanted to become a model or a journalist, and she had no plans to act in films. After graduation, she moved to Mumbai to build a modelling career. She joined Elite Model Management and was groomed by style consultant Prasad Bidapa. In 2007, she made her runway debut at Lakme Fashion Week for designer Wendell Rodricks’s Les Vamps Show and was picked as his finale model for the Spring Summer 2007 Collection. She went on to model for brands such as Silk & Shine, Whisper, Nathella Jewelry, and Fiat Palio.

While working as a model, Anushka also joined an acting school and began auditioning for film roles. This led to her screen test with Yash Raj Films and her debut in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi.

Anushka Sharma Personal Life

Anushka Sharma is married to Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. Their relationship received wide media attention in India, but both have kept many personal details private.

The couple got married on December 11, 2017, in Italy. Their wedding was a private event with close family and friends.

Husband

Virat Kohli is an Indian cricketer and former captain of the Indian cricket team. He was born on 5 November 1988 in Delhi.

He is known for his strong batting record across international cricket and the IPL. He has played for India in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is, and has also been a long-time player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Children

Anushka and Virat have two children. Their daughter, Vamika, was born on 11 January 2021. Their son, Akaay, was born on 15 February 2024.

The couple has kept their children away from regular media attention. They have also requested privacy for their family, mainly for their children.

Rumoured Relationships

Zoheb Yusuf (2007–2009): Anushka dated model Zoheb Yusuf during her early modeling days in Bengaluru before she entered Bollywood. They reportedly broke up when she moved to Mumbai.
Ranveer Singh (2010–2011): After starring together in Band Baaja Baaraat, rumors linked the co-stars due to their on-screen chemistry and public appearances, though it was never officially confirmed.
Other Rumors: Over the years, gossip columns speculatively linked her to actors like Ranbir Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, and cricketer Suresh Raina, but these claims were never verified or acknowledged by the actress.

Family

Anushka comes from a family with an army background.

Father

Her father is Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma. He is a retired army officer. Anushka has said that being an army officer’s daughter played an important role in shaping her as a person.

Mother

Her mother is Ashima Sharma. She is a homemaker. Public sources also state that her mother is Garhwali.

Siblings

She has an elder brother named Karnesh Sharma. He is a film producer and has earlier served in the Merchant Navy.

Relationship Status	Married
Husband	Virat Kohli
Children	Daughter: Vamika Kohli Son: Akaay Kohli
Parents	Father: Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma Mother: Ashima Sharma
Siblings	Brother: Karnesh Sharma

Anushka Sharma Career

Anushka Sharma started her career as a model before joining films. In 2007, she got her first modelling assignment for fashion designer Wendell Rodricks.

She later moved to Mumbai to work as a full-time model. During this time, she also joined an acting school and started giving auditions for film roles.

2008 Film Debut with Shah Rukh Khan

Anushka made her acting debut in 2008 with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. The film was directed by Aditya Chopra. She acted opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the movie.

The film became one of the top Hindi films of that year.

Early Films and Rise in Bollywood

After her debut, Anushka acted in Badmaash Company in 2010 with Shahid Kapoor and Vir Das.

In the same year, she acted in Band Baaja Baaraat with Ranveer Singh. Her role as Shruti Kakkar became one of the most important roles of her early career.

In 2011, she worked with Akshay Kumar in Patiala House. She also worked again with Ranveer Singh in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl.

In 2012, she acted with Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif in Jab Tak Hai Jaan.

Worked from 2013 to 2016

In 2013, Anushka appeared in Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola with Imran Khan, Pankaj Kapur, and Shabana Azmi.

In 2014, she acted in PK with Aamir Khan, Sushant Singh Rajput, Sanjay Dutt, and Boman Irani. PK became one of her highest-grossing films.

In 2015, Anushka acted in NH10. This film was also important because it marked her debut as a producer. She also appeared in Bombay Velvet with Ranbir Kapoor and Karan Johar. In the same year, she acted in Dil Dhadakne Do with Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor, and Shefali Shah.

In 2016, she acted in Sultan with Salman Khan. She played Aarfa Hussain, a wrestler from Haryana.

The same year, she acted in Ae Dil Hai Mushkil with Ranbir Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Both films helped her remain one of the leading Hindi film actresses of that time.

Worked from 2017 to 2018

In 2017, Anushka acted in Phillauri with Diljit Dosanjh and Suraj Sharma. She also produced the film and sang the song Naughty Billo. The same year, she worked again with Shah Rukh Khan in Jab Harry Met Sejal.

In 2018, she acted in and produced Pari with Parambrata Chatterjee. She also appeared in Sanju, which starred Ranbir Kapoor as Sanjay Dutt. The same year, she acted in Sui Dhaaga with Varun Dhawan. She later appeared in Zero with Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif. After Zero, Anushka took a break from regular acting roles.

Career as a Producer

Anushka Sharma co-founded Clean Slate Filmz with her brother Karnesh Sharma. Under this banner, she produced films and series such as NH10, Paatal Lok, and Bulbbul.

In 2020, she worked as executive producer on Paatal Lok and produced Bulbbul for Netflix.

In 2022, she announced that she would step away from her production duties at Clean Slate Filmz. Her brother, Karnesh Sharma, became the sole owner of the company.

Upcoming Projects

Anushka Sharma’s upcoming film is Chakda ‘Xpress. She plays former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami in the film. The film’s release date is yet to be confirmed.

Anushka Sharma Awards and Achievements

Here are the major wins and nominations of Anushka Sharma:

Key Wins

2009 – V Shantaram Awards: Best Debut Artiste in a Leading Role for Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi.
2011 – IIFA Awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role for Band Baaja Baaraat.
2011 – Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards: Best Actress for Band Baaja Baaraat.
2013 – Filmfare Awards: Best Supporting Actress for Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
2013 – IIFA Awards: Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
2013 – Zee Cine Awards: Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
2016 – Screen Awards: Best Ensemble Cast for Dil Dhadakne Do, shared with the film’s cast.
2017 – IIFA Awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
2017 – Zee Cine Awards: Viewers’ Choice Best Actress for Sultan.
2017 – Tehran International Sport Movies & TV Festival: Best Actress of Long Narrative for Sultan.

Key Nominations

2009 – Filmfare Awards: Best Actress for Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi.
2011 – Filmfare Awards: Best Actress for Band Baaja Baaraat.
2015 – IIFA Awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role for PK.
2016 – Filmfare Awards: Best Actress for NH10.
2016 – Filmfare Awards: Best Supporting Actress for Dil Dhadakne Do.
2016 – IIFA Awards: Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Dil Dhadakne Do.
2017 – Screen Awards: Best Actress for Sultan.
2017 – Screen Awards: Best Actress for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
2019 – Filmfare Critics’ Awards: Best Actress for Sui Dhaaga: Made in India.
2019 – Zee Cine Awards: Viewers’ Choice Best Actress for Sui Dhaaga: Made in India.
2019 – Zee Cine Awards: Jury’s Choice Best Actress for Pari.

Anushka Sharma Controversies

Trolling after Virat Kohli’s 2015 World Cup performance: In 2015, Anushka Sharma was trolled online after India lost to Australia in the Cricket World Cup semi-final. Some social media users blamed her for Virat Kohli’s low score in the match. Several Bollywood celebrities came out in her support and called the criticism unfair.
Littering video controversy: In June 2018, Virat Kohli shared a video in which Anushka Sharma was seen scolding a man for throwing garbage on the road. The video went viral and started a debate online. Later, the man, Arhhan Singh, reportedly sent a legal notice to Anushka and Virat for sharing the video and shaming him on social media.
Sunil Gavaskar comment issue: In 2020, Sunil Gavaskar faced criticism after a comment involving Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli during the IPL. The comment caused debate on social media. Gavaskar later said his words were misunderstood. Former cricketer Farokh Engineer also spoke in support.
Sales tax case: In 2023, Anushka Sharma moved the Bombay High Court against sales tax department orders linked to assessment years including 2012–13 and 2013–14. The issue was related to tax demands under the Maharashtra Value Added Tax Act. The Bombay High Court later disposed of her petitions and said she could approach the appellate authority under the law.

Anushka Sharma Net Worth

Anushka Sharma’s exact net worth ranges between ₹350-₹450 crore, and her annual salary is around ₹25–40 crore.

Net Worth (Approx.)	₹350-₹450 crore ($36.7-$47.2 million)
Salary (Approx.)	₹25–40 crore ($2.6-$4.2 million)

Anushka Sharma Brand Endorsements and Business Ventures

Alongside films, Anushka Sharma earns a large part of her income from brand endorsements. Over the years she has been the face of brands such as Nivea, Elle 18, Lavie, Rajnigandha, Mohey, and Shyam Steel. Media reports have estimated her fee per endorsement at several crores of rupees, but she has not confirmed these figures in public.

In 2017 she launched her own clothing line for women, called Nush. The brand offered casual wear and was sold through online and retail partners. She has also been listed by Forbes India in its Celebrity 100 list, which ranks stars by earnings and fame.

Anushka is a vegetarian and has supported animal rights for many years. In 2017, PETA India named her its Person of the Year for her work against animal cruelty. Her production work through Clean Slate Filmz, which she co-founded with her brother Karnesh Sharma, added another income stream through films and streaming series before she stepped away from the company in 2022.

Anushka Sharma Height, Weight, and Physical Stats

Below are the physical stats of Anushka Sharma:

Height	In centimetres: 175 cm In meters: 1.75 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 9 inches
Weight	In kg: 55 kg In lbs: 121 lbs
Body Measurements	34-26-34 inches
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Hazel Brown

Anushka Sharma Instagram, X

Instagram	@anushkasharma
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Interesting Facts About Anushka Sharma

Anushka’s father also served during the Kargil War.
Her first modelling assignment was for fashion designer Wendell Rodricks in 2007.
She supports causes linked to gender equality and animal rights.