Sonam Kapoor is an eminent Indian actress and style icon, regarded for her looks, sense of style, and acting abilities. The lady was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on 9 June 1985 and made an entry into Bollywood by acting in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya (2007). Over the years, Sonam has given several hits and has always been admired for her acting and fearless sense of style.

Early Life and Education

Sonam Kapoor lives in a prestigious Bollywood family and hence carries many endearing nicknames, such as Sana, Sonz, and the Giraffe. She is the daughter of legendary actor Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor. Her siblings include Rhea Kapoor, a producer, and Harshvardhan Kapoor, an aspiring actor.

She studied at Arya Vidya Mandir, Juhu, Mumbai, and did her college from the University of Mumbai and the University of East London, in Economics and Political Science.

Career Path

Sonam worked as an assistant director for Black (2005) by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, before taking to acting. She made her debut with Saawariya (2007), for which she was nominated for the Best Female Debut award.

Her breakthrough was with films like I Hate Luv Storys (2010), Aisha (2010), and Raanjhanaa (2013), where she kept viewers enthralled with her liveliness and natural acting. She then went on to star in Khoobsurat (2014) and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015), bringing her commercial acclaim.

However, the most defining role of her career is Neerja (2016), based on the life of flight attendant Neerja Bhanot. Her outstanding acting in the role was critically acclaimed and won her the National Film Award – Special Mention, along with many other awards.

Physical Appearance

Sonam Kapoor, a name synonymous with beauty and grace, stands tall with a height of 5 feet 10 inches (177 cm) and weighs an estimated 57 kg. She has dark brown eyes and black hair with an accent of dignity. Her figure measures 34-26-34, making her one of Bollywood’s most stylish actresses.

Personal Life

Sonam was long associated with businessman Anand Ahuja, and the couple eventually tied the knot in 2018. Anand is a well-known entrepreneur and the founder of the fashion brand Bhane.

Awards and Achievements

Throughout her career, Sonam had been nominated for and won many awards. Among her many prominent awards, we have:

Stardust Award for Superstar of Tomorrow (2008)- Saawariya
BIG Zee Entertainment Award (2015)- Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress (2016)- Neerja
National Film Award – Special Mention (2017)- Neerja
IIFA Award for Best Actress(2017)- Neerja

One of her best performances was in Neerja, which is considered a landmark in the film, earning her much respect.

Interesting Facts

Sonam does not smoke, and her drinking habits are not publicly known.
She loves to read, shop, and collect paintings.
Dal chawal and Chinese food are favorites of hers, and her dream place to visit is Switzerland.
Sonam, considered a fashionista, has often represented India on the international stage, including at the Cannes Film Festival.