Actor
Shilpa Shetty
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Years Active
1993 – Present
Shilpa Shetty Biography
Shilpa Shetty – Full Information
- Full Name: Shilpa Shetty Kundra
- Date of Birth: 8 June 1975
- Birthplace: Mangalore, Karnataka, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actress, Model, Producer, Fitness Entrepreneur, Television Personality
- Industry: Primarily Bollywood (Hindi cinema)
- Years Active: 1993–present
- Height: Approx. 5′7″ (170 cm)
Family & Personal Life
- Father: Surendra Shetty (Businessman)
- Mother: Sunanda Shetty
- Sibling: Shamita Shetty (Actress)
- Marital Status: Married to Raj Kundra (Entrepreneur)
- Children: One son (Viaan), one daughter (Samisha)
Education
- St. Anthony’s Girls’ High School, Chembur, Mumbai
- Podar College, Matunga, Mumbai
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name |
|---|---|
| 1993 | Baazigar |
| 1994 | Main Khiladi Tu Anari |
| 1996 | Himmat |
| 1997 | Auzar |
| 1998 | Pardesi Babu |
| 1999 | Zulmi |
| 2000 | Dhadkan |
| 2002 | Rishtey |
| 2004 | Phir Milenge |
| 2005 | Dus |
| 2007 | Life in a… Metro |
| 2010 | Dishkiyaoon (Producer – special appearance) |
| 2015 | Dhishoom (Cameo song: “Touch My Body”) |
| 2021 | Hungama 2 |
| 2022 | Nikamma |
| 2024 | Indian Police Force (Web Series) |
Recent Activity
- Her husband is involved in a ₹60 crore fraud case; the couple filed a petition to quash the case.
- The couple withdrew a travel plea amid the ongoing legal proceedings.
- She is promoting her upcoming film KD: The Devil.
- Attended several public and media events related to film promotions.
- Continuing her fitness and wellness content creation, including new videos on core workouts.
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Pardesi Babu | Won |
| 2001 | IIFA Awards | Best Actress | Dhadkan | Nominated |
| 2003 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Actress | Rishtey | Nominated |
| 2003 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Most Sensational Actress | Rishtey | Nominated |
| 2003 | Screen Awards | Best Comedian | Rishtey | Nominated |
| 2003 | Sansui Viewer’s Choice Awards | Best Comic Actor | Rishtey | Nominated |
| 2003 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Rishtey | Nominated |
| 2004 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Phir Milenge | Nominated |
| 2005 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Actress | Phir Milenge | Nominated |
| 2005 | IIFA Awards | Best Actress | Phir Milenge | Nominated |
| 2005 | Screen Awards | Best Actress | Phir Milenge | Nominated |
| 2005 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor – Female | Phir Milenge | Nominated |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actress – Kannada | Auto Shankar | Nominated |
| 2007 | IIFA Awards | Special Award for Global Impact | — | Won |
| 2008 | Indian Television Academy Awards | The GR8! Achiever Laurel | Celebrity Big Brother 5 & Bigg Boss 2 | Won |
| 2008 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Life in a… Metro | Nominated |
| 2008 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female | Life in a… Metro | Won |
| 2012 | Jaipur International Film Festival | Best Actress | The Desire | Won |
| 2013 | NDTV Indian of the Year | Fit and Wellness Icon | — | Won |
| 2013 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Judge Panel on a TV Show | Nach Baliye 6 | Won |
| 2014 | Indian Television (Entertaining Jury – Non Fiction) | Best Jury | Nach Baliye 6 | Won |
| 2016 | Television Award | Best Jury | Super Dancer: Chapter 1 | Won |
| 2021 | Lokmat Stylish Awards | Most Stylish Fashion Icon | — | Won |
| 2022 | Iconic Gold Awards | Fitness Icon of the Year | — | Won |
| 2022 | Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards | Super Stylish Showbiz Icon | — | Nominated |
About Shilpa Shetty
Shilpa Shetty is an Indian actress, film producer, fitness enthusiast, author, and television personality known for her work in Hindi cinema.
She was born on 8 June 1975 in Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
She made her acting debut with the film Baazigar (1993).
Yes, she is married to businessman Raj Kundra since 2009.
Yes, she has a son, Viaan Raj Kundra (born 2012) and a daughter, Samisha Shetty Kundra (born 2020 via surrogacy).
She is widely known for fitness, yoga, and lifestyle content. She also authored wellness books.
She won Big Brother UK (Season 5) in 2007.
She has been active from 1993 – present.
She has received 12 wins and 17 nominations (total 29 recognitions).
She has fitness apps, yoga DVDs, and health/recipe books promoting overall wellness.