Isha Sharvani, a renowned Indian actress and contemporary dancer, has captivated audiences with her talent and charisma. This comprehensive biography explores her life, career, and personal journey.
Wiki/Biography
Isha Sharvani was born on Saturday, September 29, 1984, in Gujarat, India. Her astrological sign is Libra. She received her education through the Australian School of Isolated and Distance Education. Her dance training began at the young age of 13, encompassing Kalaripayattu, Kathak, and Chhau dance forms under the expert guidance of her mother. She later expanded her repertoire to include Malkam dance.
Family & Boyfriend
Isha’s father, Dev Issaro, had an interesting background. Born and raised in an Australian-Christian family, he later converted to Buddhism in Thailand before moving to India to study Dhrupad, a Hindustani classical music genre. It was in India that he met Daksha Sheth, a classical dancer and art enthusiast, who became his wife and Isha’s mother. Isha also has a brother, Tao Issaro, a musician. Currently, Isha resides in Perth, Australia with her son.
Career
Isha’s dance training formed the foundation of her career. Her talent was evident in her Bollywood debut in 2005’s “Kisna: The Warrior Poet,” a role secured not through an audition but based solely on her exceptional dancing abilities. She went on to star in several other Bollywood films including “Rocky: The Rebel” (2006), “Good Boy, Bad Boy” (2007), and “Qarib Qarib Singlle” (2017).
Her versatility extended to Tamil and Malayalam cinema with roles in films such as “David” (2013), “Iyobinte Pustakam” (2014), and “Double Barrel” (2015). She also showcased her dance prowess on the popular dance reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Season 5,” although an injury unfortunately cut short her participation.
Favourite Things
Isha’s preferences offer a glimpse into her personality. Here are some of her favorites:
- Food: Gujarati Cuisine
- Actors: Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, Christopher Nolan
- Actress: Marion Cotillard
- Films: “Dancer in the Dark” (2000) and “Bridget Jones’s Diary” (2001)
- Singer: Anoushka Shankar
- Sports: Tennis and Cricket
- Color: White
- Destination: London
Facts/Trivia
Isha’s accomplishments extend beyond acting and dancing.
- She’s a lead dancer in the Daksha Sheth Dance Company, performing nationally and internationally.
- She’s appeared in various TV commercials, including those for Parle Hide & Seek and Dabur Vatika soap.
- She established a yoga and dance academy in Australia, teaching Indian classical dance forms.
- In 2014, she relocated to Perth, Australia, during her pregnancy.
- In 2019, she was the victim of a fraud where three men were arrested for impersonating Australian Tax Officers and defrauding her of AUD 5700.
Relationship History
Isha Sharvani was in a long-term relationship with Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan. While they never publicly confirmed their relationship, they were frequently seen together at various events. Their relationship reportedly ended in 2012.
Year | Film | Role | Language |
---|---|---|---|
2005 | Kisna: The Warrior Poet | Lakshmi | Hindi |
2006 | Rocky: The Rebel | (Role Name Unavailable) | Hindi |
2007 | Good Boy, Bad Boy | (Role Name Unavailable) | Hindi |
2013 | David | (Role Name Unavailable) | Tamil |
2014 | Iyobinte Pustakam | (Role Name Unavailable) | Malayalam |
2015 | Double Barrel | (Role Name Unavailable) | Malayalam |
2017 | Qarib Qarib Singlle | (Role Name Unavailable) | Hindi |