PERSONAL INFORMATION
Real name: Sweety Shetty [1] The Indian Express
Nickname(s): Mac [2] Anushka Shetty Fanclub – Twitter
Names Earned: Lady Superstar of South Indian cinema [3] News9live
Profession: Actress
Famous Role: Princess Devasena in the film series Baahubali (2015–2017)
Date of Birth: 7 November 1981 (Saturday)
Age (as of 2024): 43 Years
Birthplace: Puttur, Karnataka, India
Zodiac sign: Scorpio
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Religion: Hinduism
Ethnicity: She is a Tuluva who belongs to the Hindu Bunt community. In 2016, she was seen attending the Kola festival with her family at her ancestral Guthu mane home in Bellipadi in Puttur, Karnataka. Kola is a festival of spirit dance, enthusiastically celebrated among the Tulu-speaking communities in the South Kanara districts and Kasaragod districts of Kerala to gratify the Gods. She participated in all rituals and sought the blessings of presiding deities Modadeya, Rakteshwari, Maisandaya and Guliga. [5] Daijiworld Media [6] Facebook – Bunts Historical Guthu Houses
Food Habit: Non-vegetarian [7] Facebook – Anushka Shetty
Age: 43 Years
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EDUCATION
College/University: Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru
Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Computer Applications [4] BookMyShow
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″ (175 cm)
Weight (approx.): 60 Kg (132 lbs)
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-30-36
Eye Colour: Black
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Unmarried
Affairs/Boyfriends: • Krish Jagarlamudi (film director) (rumoured; in 2010) • Prabhas (actor) (rumoured) • A Dubai-based businessman (rumoured; 2021) • A businessman from Hyderabad (rumoured) • A cricketer (rumoured)
Parents: Father – A. N. Vittal Shetty Mother – Prafulla Shetty
Siblings: Sister – N/A Brothers – Gunaranjan Shetty (Businessman) and Sai Ramesh Shetty (a cosmetic surgeon)
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Debut: Film: • Telugu: Super (2005) as Sasha • Tamil: Rendu (2006) as Jothi
Awards: • Favorite Heroine Award at Vijay Awards for the Tamil film Vettaikaran (2009) • Special Jury Award at Nandi Awards for the Telugu film Arundhati (2009) • Best Actress Award at Filmfare Awards South for the Telugu film Arundhati (2009) • Best Actress Award at CineMAA Awards for the Telugu film Arundhati (2009) • Best Actress Award at Santosham Film Awards for the Telugu film Arundhati (2009) • Best Actress (Jury) at CineMAA Awards for the Telugu filmVedam (2010) • Best Actress Award at Filmfare Awards South for the Telugu filmVedam (2010) • Best Actress Award at Santosham Film Awards for the Telugu filmVedam (2010) • Best Actress Award at Nandi Awards for the Telugu-Tamil film Size Zero (2015) • Youth Icon of South Indian Cinema at South Indian International Movie Awards (2011) • Kalaimamani Award by Tamil Nadu State Government (2011) • TSR Lalitha Kala Parishath Award (2011) • Special Prize – Best Actress at Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for the Tamil film Deiva Thirumagal (2011) • Won the title of Favorite Heroine at Vijay Awards for the Tamil film Deiva Thirumagal (2011) • Best Actress Award at Filmfare Awards South for the Telugu film Rudhramadevi (2015) • Best Actress (Critics) Awards at South Indian International Movie Awards for the Telugu film Rudhramadevi (2015) • Best Actress at CineMAA Awards for the Telugu film Rudhramadevi (2015) • Best Actress Award at Santosham Film Awards for the Telugu film Rudhramadevi (2015) • Best Actress in a Leading Role Award at Behindwoods Gold Medals for the pan India film Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
MONEY FACTOR
Net Worth (approx.): Rs 100 crore (as of 2023) [9] Hindustan
OTHER INFORMATION
Physical Transformation: For the Telugu-Tamil film Size Zero (2015) – Anushka gained 20 kgs to play the role of Soundarya in the film Size Zero (2015). She insisted the director that she would actually put on weight instead of using prosthetics or a body suit saying that a lean face and fat body was a mismatch. In an interview, while talking about the same she said, “We did a photoshoot with prosthetics but I felt that though my body looked fat, my arms and face looked leaner. I felt that mismatch would not look good on screen and decided to do it the natural way by piling on the kilos.”
Address: 6th floor, Woods Apartments, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana
Hobbies: Doing Yoga, Reading, Travelling, Gardening
Tattoo(s): None
Actor(s): Prabhas , Akkineni Nagarjuna , Mahesh Babu
Actress(es): Soundarya, Simran, Jyothika
Food: Chicken Curry
Colour(s): Black, White
Destination: London
Book: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Anushka Shetty, one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema, rose to prominence with her captivating portrayal of Princess Devasena in the blockbuster film series Baahubali, released between 2015 and 2017. This pan-India phenomenon not only solidified her reputation but also showcased her remarkable versatility as an actress. Prior to this monumental role, Anushka garnered critical acclaim for her performances in several Tamil drama films including Vaanam (2011), Deiva Thirumagal (2011), and Size Zero (2015). She became a household name in Telugu cinema with her lead roles in films such as Arundhati (2009), Vedam (2010), and Rudhramadevi (2015), each contributing to her illustrious career.
Before entering the film industry, Anushka had a keen interest in Geography during her school days, which perhaps reflects her inquisitive nature. She began her professional journey as a yoga trainer, receiving training from Bharat Thakur, husband of actress Bhoomika Chawla. Her dedication and talent caught the eye of Thakur, who recommended her to director Puri Jagannath, leading to her debut in the Telugu film Super (2005). However, it was her role in Vikramarkudu (2006), opposite Ravi Teja, that marked her first significant success. The subsequent year, she captivated audiences as Priya in the Telugu action film Don, sharing the screen with the renowned actor Nagarjuna.
Anushka’s career took a significant turn in 2009 when she starred in the titular role of Arundhati, a horror fantasy film that became a monumental success and one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of all time. This film was subsequently dubbed into various languages, expanding her reach beyond regional barriers. Continuing her upward trajectory, she also shone as Saroja, a prostitute in the acclaimed anthology film Vedam (2010), showcasing her ability to tackle diverse roles. Her dynamic performances extended to her energetic dance sequences in popular Telugu songs, including “I Wanna Spider Man” from Stalin (2006) and “Ragada Ragada Ragada” from Ragada (2010), further establishing her as a versatile entertainer.
In addition to her successful ventures in Telugu cinema, Anushka made her mark in Tamil films, notably sharing screen space with Vikram in Deiva Thirumagal (2011) as Anuradha Ragunathan. Her outstanding performance in Size Zero (2015) earned her critical acclaim, further solidifying her position in the industry. Anushka’s filmography includes notable works such as Vettaikaaran (2009), Singam (2010), and Singh 2 (2013). Following her monumental success in the Baahubali series, in which she reportedly commanded a fee of Rs 5 crore for her role as Devasena, Anushka took a two-year hiatus from the industry. She made her return in 2020 with Nishabdham (Silence), a film released on Amazon Prime Video.
Beyond her on-screen achievements, Anushka Shetty is also known for her personal interests, including a passion for collecting poems and articles related to nature. In a light-hearted moment during an interview, she revealed her quirky “laughing sickness,” describing how her laughter can become uncontrollable, often lasting 15 to 20 minutes. Anushka continues to be a significant figure in the entertainment industry, notably ranking first on the Hyderabad Times Most Desirable Women list in 2015 and again in 2021, affirming her lasting appeal and influence.
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.