Discover the fascinating life of Shruti Haasan, a renowned Indian film actress and singer. From her early life and family background to her successful career and personal relationships, this comprehensive biography explores all aspects of her journey.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Tuesday, 28 January 1986, in Madras, Tamil Nadu, Shruti Haasan is 37 years old (as of 2023). Her zodiac sign is Aquarius. She completed her schooling at Abacus Montessori School and Lady Andal School, both in Chennai. She later earned a psychology degree from St. Andrew’s College in Mumbai. At 18, she moved to California to study music at the Hollywood Music School.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5’ 7”
Eye Colour: Hazel Brown
Hair Colour: Black
Family & Caste
Shruti comes from a Hindu Iyengar Brahmin family. Her father, Kamal Haasan, is a legendary Indian actor, and her mother, Sarika Thakur, is a popular actress. Kamal Haasan is Tamilian, while Sarika’s heritage is a blend of Maharashtrian and Rajput. She has a younger sister, Akshara Haasan, also an actress. Her uncle is the acclaimed lawyer and actor, Charuhasan. She’s also cousins with South Indian actresses Anu Hasan and Suhasini Maniratnam; Mani Ratnam is her brother-in-law.
Relationships/Affairs
Shruti’s personal life has garnered media attention. Here’s a timeline of her known relationships:
- Siddharth Suryanarayan: A relationship in 2010, reportedly a live-in, that ended due to incompatibility.
- Dhanush: Rumours of a relationship in 2011 were denied by Shruti.
- Naga Chaitanya: A relationship in 2013 that ended, reportedly due to a misunderstanding involving Shruti’s sister.
- Suresh Raina: Rumours linked her to the cricketer.
- Michael Corsale: A relationship with a London-based artist, ended due to long distance.
- Santanu Hazarika: Currently dating the Indian multidisciplinary visual artist.
Career
As an Actor
Shruti’s acting career began in 2000 with a role in the Tamil-Hindi bilingual film, “Hey Ram,” directed by her father. Her debut as a leading actress was in the 2009 Hindi film, “Luck,” which, however, didn’t fare well critically. She subsequently starred in various Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films achieving significant success in the South Indian film industry. Her notable works include “7aum Arivu,” “3,” “Anaganaga O Dheerudu,” “Balupu,” “Race Gurram,” and “Krack”. She also ventured into international projects such as the American series “Treadstone” and the Hindi short film “Devi”.
As a Singer
Shruti’s singing talent emerged early; she sang for films as a child. She’s lent her voice to several popular songs in Tamil and Hindi films, showcasing her versatility.
Controversies
Shruti has faced several controversies throughout her career. These include a stalker incident, rumors about a relationship with another actress, a dispute over the film “Sangamithra,” and the leak of photos from the set of “Yevadu”.
Awards & Honours
Shruti’s talent has been recognized through numerous awards and accolades. Some of her notable awards include:
Award | Year | Category | Film |
---|---|---|---|
Filmfare Awards South | 2012 | Best Female Debut | 7aum Arivu |
CineMAA Awards | 2012 | Best Female Debut | Anaganaga O Dheerudu |
Asiavision Awards | 2013 | Excellence in Tamil | 3 |
SIIMA | 2013 | Stylish Actress of South Indian Cinema | N/A |
SIIMA | 2015 | Best Actress (Telugu) | Race Gurram |
IIFA Utsavam | 2016 | Performance in a Leading Role – Female | Srimanthudu |
SIIMA | 2023 | Flipkart Fashion Youth Icon Award | N/A |
Net Worth
Shruti Haasan commands a reportedly high fee per film.
Signature/Autograph
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Favourite Things
Cuisine: South-Indian
Vegetable: Lady Finger
Actor(s): Shah Rukh Khan and Rajinikanth
Fashion Brands: Guess and Aldo
Cosmetic Brand: Mac and Benefit
Facts/Trivia
* Full name: Shruti Rajalakshmi Hassan
* Participated in theatre plays during school.
* Used the alias “Pooja Ramchandran” in school.
* Animal lover.
* Multiple tattoos.
* Large shoe collection.
* Trained in Indian classical music and dance.
* Performs with her band, “The Extramentals”.
* Nicknames: Kanna and Vendakkai.
* Non-vegetarian diet.
* Featured on magazine covers.
* Close to Tamannaah Bhatia.
* Open about cosmetic procedures.