Sonam Kapoor

Sonam Kapoor
Born	9 June 1985 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Actress
Years active	2007–present
Height	1.79 m (5 ft 10½ in)
Parents	Anil Kapoor (father) Sunita Kapoor (mother)
Relatives	Rhea Kapoor (sister) Harshvardhan Kapoor (brother)
Spouse	Anand Ahuja (m. 2018)

Sonam Kapoor (born 9 June 1985) is an Indian actress who works primarily in Hindi cinema. She is known for her performances in films such as Raanjhanaa, Neerja, I Hate Luv Storys, and Bewakoofiyaan. She is also recognized for her fashion sense and public appearances.

Early Life and Education

Sonam Kapoor was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to actor Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor. She is the eldest of three children. Her sister, Rhea Kapoor, is a film producer, and her brother, Harshvardhan Kapoor, is an actor.

She completed her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir School in Juhu, Mumbai. She later attended the United World College of South East Asia in Singapore, where she completed her International Baccalaureate.

Career

Early Career

Before becoming an actress, Sonam Kapoor worked as an assistant director to filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali on the film Black (2005). This experience introduced her to the workings of film production.

Acting Debut

She made her acting debut in Saawariya (2007), directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Although the film did not perform well at the box office, it marked her entry into Bollywood.

Breakthrough and Recognition

In 2010, she appeared in the romantic comedy I Hate Luv Storys, which became her first commercial success.

Her role in the romantic drama Raanjhanaa (2013), directed by Anand L. Rai, is considered a turning point in her career. The film received positive reviews and performed well commercially.

She later starred in films such as:

• Bewakoofiyaan (2014)
• Neerja (2016)
• Khoobsurat
• Veere Di Wedding

Her portrayal of flight attendant Neerja Bhanot in Neerja was widely appreciated.

Public Image

Sonam Kapoor is often noted in media for her fashion choices and appearances at international film festivals. She has represented several brands and is considered one of the prominent fashion icons in the Indian film industry.

Personal Life

Sonam Kapoor married businessman Anand Ahuja on 8 April 2018 in Mumbai. Anand Ahuja is the owner of the fashion brand Bhane and co-founder of a sneaker store in India.

Physical Appearance

• Height: 1.79 m (5 ft 10½ in)

She is known for her tall stature and distinct fashion style.

Filmography (Selected)

• Saawariya (2007)
• I Hate Luv Storys (2010)
• Raanjhanaa (2013)
• Bewakoofiyaan (2014)
• Neerja (2016)
• Veere Di Wedding (2018)

Legacy

Sonam Kapoor has established herself as a recognizable face in Hindi cinema. Apart from acting, she has been active in fashion and brand endorsements. Her career reflects a combination of commercial films and performance-oriented roles.