Shilpa Shetty Kundra is a multifaceted Indian personality excelling as an actress, producer, model, author, and entrepreneur. Her Bollywood career has cemented her status as a prominent figure in Indian cinema.
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Shilpa Shetty Kundra (born June 8, 1975) is a Gemini, hailing from Mangalore, Karnataka, India. As of 2024, she is 49 years old.
She completed her schooling at St. Anthony’s Girls’ High School, Chembur, Mumbai, and went on to graduate from Podar College, Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 7″
- Eye Colour: Brown
- Hair Colour: Brown
Family, Caste, Affairs & Husband
Shilpa’s parents are Surendra Shetty and Sunanda Shetty, both pharmaceutical industry entrepreneurs. She has a younger sister, Shamita Shetty, who is also an actress.
She previously dated actor Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Anubhav Sinha. In 2009, she married Raj Kundra, a British businessman. They have a son, Viaan Raj Kundra.
Career
Shilpa began her career modeling after completing her 10th-grade exams. Although her first film, “Gaata Rahe Mera Dil (1992),” remained unreleased, she debuted in “Baazigar” (1993).
Her notable film roles span various languages, including her first lead role in “Aag” (1994), her Tamil debut with “Mr. Romeo” (1996), and her Kannada debut with “Auto Shankar” (2005).
Beyond acting, Shilpa’s career includes judging on shows like “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” (2006), hosting “Super Dancer” (2016-present), and publishing her book, “The Great Indian Diet” (2014). She’s also a successful entrepreneur.
Controversies
Shilpa has faced various controversies throughout her career. These include:
- A legal case in Madurai for allegedly posing obscenely in a Tamil newspaper.
- Experiencing racism and bullying while on “Celebrity Big Brother 5.”
- Controversy surrounding a hug and kiss from Richard Gere at an AIDS awareness program.
- Accusations related to entering a temple with footwear.
- Accusations from Raj Kundra’s first wife.
- Allegations of involvement in the IPL match-fixing case.
- A defamation case against actress Sherlyn Chopra.
- The ED seizing assets in 2024 under the PMLA.
- A legal battle with the ED over the vacation of her properties.
Awards & Honours
Shilpa has received several accolades, including:
- Honorary Doctorate from the University of Leeds
- PETA Awards Hero to Animals (2017)
- HT India’s Most Stylish Awards (2018)
Car Collection
Shilpa purchased a Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 in April 2023.
Favourites
Here are some of Shilpa’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Kori Roti, Corn Pulao, Chicken Biryani, South Indian cuisine, Low-cal soups and salads, Pani-puri, Upma, Idli |
| Actor (Male) | Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, Jackie Chan, Tom Cruise |
| Actor (Female) | Sridevi |
| Designer | Donna Karan |
| Destination | Lake Como, Italy |
Facts
Shilpa is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer, a black belt in Karate, and a fitness enthusiast. She has a YouTube channel dedicated to fitness and healthy recipes. She’s also the founder of various ventures including “Viaan Mobiles,” a perfume brand (“S2”), and an online shopping site (BestDealTV).
She was the first Indian celebrity to compete in and win “Celebrity Big Brother 5”.
Interesting facts include her mother’s challenging pregnancy (doctors suggested abortion), her invitation to meet Queen Elizabeth II, and the documentary made about her life, “The Real Shilpa Shetty”.
In October 2024, a theft occurred at her restaurant, Bastion, leading to criticism of security measures.
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