Himanshu Sharma ✓
Actor

Himanshu Sharma

Active Bollywood (Hindi Cinema Screenwriter & Producer) Rating 4.2/5 Fan 9.2/10
  • FromLucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
  • Age45 years
  • Active2007–Present
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Himanshu Sharma – Biography

Himanshu Sharma – Full Information

  • Full Name: Himanshu Sharma
  • Popular Name: Himanshu Sharma
  • Nickname: Himanshu
  • Profession: Screenwriter, Film Producer
  • Known For: National Award-winning screenwriter and producer known for writing Tanu Weds Manu, Raanjhanaa, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Atrangi Re, and producing films under Colour Yellow Productions.
  • Date of Birth: August 20, 1981
  • Age: 45 years (as of 2026)
  • Birthplace: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Hometown: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo
  • Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
  • Profession Category: Screenwriter / Bollywood Film Producer

Physical Appearance

  • Height: 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) approx.
  • Weight: 74 kg (163 lbs) approx.
  • Eye Colour: Dark Brown
  • Hair Colour: Black

Family Member Name

  • Father: Jiwan Sharma (UP Tourism Officer)
  • Mother: Shama Sharma
  • Siblings: 1 Younger Sister, 1 Brother
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse: Kanika Dhillon (m. 2021)
  • Children: 1 Son (Veer)

Education Details

  • Primary / Secondary School: Spring Dale College, Lucknow
  • College / University: Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi
  • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (Active in collegiate theatre/The Players)

Career Highlight

Year Career Highlight
2007 Feature film screenwriting debut with the mystery thriller Strangers
2011 Gained widespread recognition writing the romantic comedy hit Tanu Weds Manu
2013 Wrote the critically acclaimed romantic drama Raanjhanaa starring Dhanush
2015 Wrote the blockbuster Tanu Weds Manu Returns earning two National Film Awards
2016 Ventured into creative production with Nil Battey Sannata and Happy Bhag Jayegi
2017 Turned mainstream producer with the hit film Shubh Mangal Saavdhan
2018 Penned the screenplay and dialogues for the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Zero
2020 Produced the comedy-drama Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
2021 Wrote and co-produced the romantic fantasy drama Atrangi Re
2022 Co-wrote the family comedy-drama Raksha Bandhan alongside Kanika Dhillon
2024 Produced the romantic thriller Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba
2025 Wrote the romantic drama feature Tere Ishk Mein

Awards List

Year Award Name Category Film Result
2012 Filmfare Awards Best Story Tanu Weds Manu Nominated
2012 Star Screen Awards Best Dialogue Tanu Weds Manu Nominated
2012 IIFA Awards Best Dialogue Tanu Weds Manu Nominated
2012 Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards Best Story Tanu Weds Manu Nominated
2014 Star Guild Awards Best Dialogue Raanjhanaa Won
2014 Zee Cine Awards Best Dialogue Raanjhanaa Won
2014 Star Guild Awards Best Story Raanjhanaa Nominated
2014 Star Guild Awards Best Screenplay Raanjhanaa Nominated
2014 Zee Cine Awards Best Story Raanjhanaa Nominated
2014 Zee Cine Awards Best Screenplay Raanjhanaa Nominated
2016 National Film Awards Best Screenplay – Original Tanu Weds Manu Returns Won
2016 National Film Awards Best Dialogues Tanu Weds Manu Returns Won
2016 Filmfare Awards Best Dialogue Tanu Weds Manu Returns Won
2016 TOIFA Awards Best Dialogue Tanu Weds Manu Returns Won
2016 Star Screen Awards Best Dialogue Tanu Weds Manu Returns Nominated
2016 Star Screen Awards Best Screenplay Tanu Weds Manu Returns Nominated
2016 Star Screen Awards Best Story Tanu Weds Manu Returns Nominated
2022 Filmfare Awards Best Original Story Atrangi Re Nominated
2022 Filmfare Awards Best Screenplay Atrangi Re Nominated

At a Glance

6 Awards
93 Popularity Score
93 Trending
Moderate Controversy Index
90% Profile Complete

Social Reach

25,000 Instagram

About Himanshu Sharma

What is Himanshu Sharma most famous for?
He is best known as the National Award-winning writer of hit Hindi films such as Tanu Weds Manu, Raanjhanaa, and Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
Which director does Himanshu Sharma frequently collaborate with?
He shares a long-standing creative partnership with filmmaker Aanand L. Rai, having written nearly all of his hallmark directorial projects.
How many National Film Awards has Himanshu Sharma won?
He won two National Film Awards at the 63rd National Film Awards ceremony for Tanu Weds Manu Returns (Best Original Screenplay and Best Dialogues).
Who is Himanshu Sharma's wife?
He is married to acclaimed Bollywood screenwriter and author Kanika Dhillon.
What production company is Himanshu Sharma associated with?
He is an integral creative partner and producer at Colour Yellow Productions.

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