Erica Fernandes is a celebrated Indian television and film actress, achieving widespread recognition through her role in the popular TV series “Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi” (2016). Her journey to stardom began with beauty pageant wins, showcasing her talent and charisma from a young age.

Biography/Wiki

Erica Jennifer Fernandes, born May 7, 1993, in Mangalore, Karnataka, is a talented actress. She completed her schooling at Holy Cross High School, Kurla, Mumbai, and then earned a B.A. from SIES College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, Sion, Mumbai. Her childhood dream of modeling led her to win several beauty contests, including “Bombay Times Fresh Face” and “Pantaloons Femina Miss Fresh Face 2011,” and “Pantaloons Femina Miss Maharashtra 2011.” These wins opened doors to her acting career, starting with “Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi,” which propelled her to fame.

Erica Fernandes Miss Maharashtra 2011

Her success in the “Pantaloons Femina Miss Maharashtra 2011” pageant was a pivotal moment in her career, significantly boosting her visibility and opening opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Physical Appearance

Erica possesses a striking and fashionable appearance. Standing at 5’5″ with a slim build (32-25-32), she is known for her captivating brown eyes and silky black hair. She maintains her fitness, weighing approximately 50 kg.

Family, Caste

Erica hails from a Mangalorean Catholic family in Karnataka. Her father, Ralph Fernandes (a former model and interior designer, now Chief Manager for Erica), and mother, Lavina Fernandes (previously with Air India and Bank of America), have been instrumental in her success. She also has an older brother, Jermaine Fernandes, who works at Ernst & Young in Mumbai.

Erica Fernandes Family

The close-knit family dynamic has provided strong support throughout Erica’s career journey.

According to media reports, she was dating her boyfriend Shaheer Sheikh (Roumered).

While there were media reports linking her to Shaheer Sheikh, details about her personal relationships remain largely private.

Career

Her wins in beauty pageants in 2010 and 2011 paved the way for her acting career. She debuted in the Tamil film “Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu” (2013) and subsequently worked in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi films and television. Notable film roles include “Galipatam” (2014), “Babloo Happy Hai” (2014), and “Ninnindale” (2014). Her breakthrough came with her Hindi television debut in “Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi” (2016).

Facts

• Erica is a passionate cook, especially skilled at baking cupcakes.
• She has a fear of rats.
• She was a top 10 finalist in “Pantaloons Femina Miss India 2012.”
• She’s a trained dancer, having studied at Shiamak Davar’s dance academy.
• She is a devoted dog lover, owning sixteen pet dogs. She has expressed a desire to own a chimpanzee or monkey as a pet if given the opportunity.
• She is multilingual, having worked in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi films.
• She’s known for her creative hobbies, including stitching, painting, and sketching.
• Sana Khan is a close friend.
• She ranked 4th in The Times of India’s list of most desirable women on TV in 2017.
• She has tattoos: a cross on her right wrist and a dog’s paw on her left.
• Her favorite subjects are History and Psychology.
• She enjoys skydiving and owns a BMW 5 series.
• Her favorite foods include Mee Kari, Laksa, and Pizza.
• Her favorite celebrities are Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut, and Robert Downey Jr.