Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor
Born	6 March 1997 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Education	Dhirubhai Ambani International School Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, Los Angeles
Occupation	Actress, Model
Years Active	2018–present
Parents	Boney Kapoor (father) Sridevi (mother)

Janhvi Kapoor (born 6 March 1997) is an Indian actress and model who works in Hindi cinema. The elder daughter of film producer Boney Kapoor and legendary actress Sridevi, she made her acting debut with Dhadak (2018). Over the years, she has become known for her portrayals in biopics, comedies, and survival dramas, with acclaimed performances in Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, Mili, and Mr. & Mrs. Mahi.

Early Life and Education

Kapoor was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, into the prominent Kapoor film family. She is the elder sister of Khushi Kapoor. She completed her schooling at the Dhirubhai Ambani International School and later studied acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in Los Angeles. As the daughter of Sridevi, she has often cited her late mother as her inspiration in choosing a career in cinema.

Career

Debut and Initial Work (2018–2019)

Janhvi made her screen debut opposite Ishaan Khatter in Dhadak (2018), the Hindi remake of the Marathi hit Sairat. The film was commercially successful and earned her the Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut.

In 2019, she appeared in the Netflix anthology Ghost Stories, in Zoya Akhtar’s segment, where her performance received strong reviews.

Breakthrough and Streaming Success (2020–2022)

In 2020, Kapoor starred in the Netflix-released biopic Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, portraying the Indian Air Force pilot. Her nuanced performance was widely praised and earned nominations at Filmfare and IIFA.

She followed this with the horror-comedy Roohi (2021) and the Disney+ Hotstar release Good Luck Jerry (2022), where her comic timing and natural presence were noted.

Her survival thriller Mili (2022), produced by her father, showcased her in one of her most demanding roles, winning critical appreciation despite modest box office returns.

Established Career (2023–present)

Kapoor starred opposite Varun Dhawan in Bawaal (2023), released on Prime Video. In 2024, she reunited with Rajkummar Rao for the cricket drama Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, which brought her widespread acclaim for her portrayal of an aspiring cricketer.

In 2025, she will appear opposite Varun Dhawan in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, considered one of the year’s most anticipated romantic dramas.

Notable Works

• Dhadak (2018) – Debut film; commercial success
• Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020) – Acclaimed biopic on IAF pilot
• Good Luck Jerry (2022) – OTT success on Disney+ Hotstar
• Mili (2022) – Survival thriller; praised role
• Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (2024) – Critically acclaimed sports drama
• Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025) – Upcoming romantic drama

Awards and Recognition

• Zee Cine Award – Best Female Debut for Dhadak
• Filmfare & IIFA nominations for Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl
• Featured in Forbes India 30 Under 30 (2021)
• Regularly listed in Times 50 Most Desirable Women

Personal Life

Janhvi Kapoor shares a close bond with her father Boney Kapoor and sister Khushi Kapoor. She often recalls the influence of her late mother, Sridevi, on her upbringing and artistic journey. Beyond films, she is known for her interest in fashion and social causes, and she frequently represents India on global platforms.