Sonakshi Sinha is an Indian film actress, model, and singer who has made a significant impact in the Bollywood industry with her bold and unconventional looks. Born on June 2, 1987, Sonakshi is a Gemini, and her journey in the entertainment industry began with her debut film Dabangg (2010) alongside Salman Khan. With her impressive performance, she received the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Personal Information / Bio Data
- Birth Name: Sonakshi Sinha
- Nick Name: Sona, Shotgun Junior
- Age: 37 (as of 2024)
- Sun Sign: Gemini
- Born Place: Patna, Bihar, India
- Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
Occupation
- Actress
- Model
- Singer
Best Known For
- Her bold and unconventional looks
- Her debut film Dabangg (2010) alongside Salman Khan
- Her impressive performance in various films and web series
Birth and Background
- Sonakshi completed her schooling from Arya Vidya Mandir in Mumbai and graduated in Fashion Designing from Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University (SNDT), Mumbai.
- She comes from a family of actors and politicians, with her father Shatrughan Sinha being a renowned actor and politician.
Physical Attributes
- Build: Average
- Height: 5 ft 5¾ in or 167 cm
- Weight: 60 kg or 132 pounds
Measurements
- 35-27-37 in or 89-68.5-94 cm
Distinctive Features
- Shiny Black hair
Career and Achievements
- Received the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Dabangg (2010)
- Won numerous other awards for her performances in various films and web series
- Has been a part of several successful films and web series, including Dabangg (2010), Rowdy Rathore (2012), Lootera (2013), Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty (2014), Akira (2016), Noor (2017), Ittefaq (2017), Kalank (2019), and Mission Mangal (2019)
Manager
Not mentioned
Personal Life
- Boyfriend/Spouse: Currently single; has dated Arjun Kapoor and Zaheer Iqbal in the past
Brand Endorsements
- CavinKare’s Chik shampoo
- DIGISOL, the computer networking brand of Smartlink Network Systems
Favorite Things
- Favorite Actress: Rani Mukherjee, Sri Devi
- Favorite Actor: Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan
- Favorite Movies: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001), Jab We Met (2007), Dabangg (2010)
- Favorite Food: Thai and Chinese
- Favorite Books: The Da Vinci Code, Shantaram
- Favorite Comedian: Russell Peters
- Favorite Music: Rock, Acid-Jazz, Hip-Hop, House, Bollywood
First Film
Dabangg (2010) co-starring Salman Khan
Personal Trainer
Not mentioned
Facts
- Initially body-shamed and trolled for being bulky compared to other actresses
- Lost 30 kgs before entering the limelight
- Worked as a costume designer before becoming an actress
- Uses Multani Mitti Packs and Aloe Vera for skin care
- Hates lip gloss
- Carries Inglot Coral Blush and Coral Lipstick – 401, M.A.C transparent mascara, MaXfactor water-proof mascara, Chanel Matt Lumiere no. 50, Revlon Kohl pencil with her always
- Promotes adoption and sterilization of dogs and cats; has posed for a PETA campaign
- Has a star tattooed on her collarbone
- Became a licensed scuba diver in November 2020
- Purchased a Royal Enfield Meteor 350 bike in 2023; did her own stunts on the bike in the web series Dahaad