Anushka Sharma is a renowned Indian actress and producer, celebrated for her impactful roles in Hindi cinema and her entrepreneurial ventures.
🎬 Career Highlights
Born on May 1, 1988, in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, Anushka was raised in Bangalore. She began her career as a model before making a striking film debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008). Her performances in films like Band Baaja Baaraat (2010), NH10 (2015), PK (2014), Sultan (2016), and Sanju (2018) garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. She has received multiple Filmfare nominations and won Best Supporting Actress for Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012) .
In 2013, Anushka co-founded the production company Clean Slate Filmz, producing notable projects like NH10, Pari, Bulbbul, and the acclaimed series Paatal Lok.
👨👩👧👦 Personal Life
Anushka married Indian cricketer Virat Kohli on December 11, 2017. The couple has two children: daughter Vamika, born on January 11, 2021, and son Akaay, born on February 15, 2024 .
📰 Recent Updates
- Pickleball Fun: Amid the ongoing IPL 2025 season, Anushka and Virat were seen enjoying a game of pickleball with Royal Challengers Bangalore teammates. A playful moment where Anushka jokingly blamed Virat for a lost point went viral, showcasing their lighthearted chemistry .
- Chakda ‘Xpress Delay: Anushka’s anticipated return to acting in the biopic Chakda ‘Xpress, based on cricketer Jhulan Goswami, has faced delays. Despite completion, the film’s release remains uncertain due to reported creative differences and budget issues between Netflix and Clean Slate Filmz .
- Operation Sindoor: Anushka shared insights into her family’s experiences during the Kargil War, highlighting her father Colonel (Retd.) Ajay Kumar Sharma’s service and the resilience of military families .
