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Vaani Kapoor
Active Bollywood (Hindi Cinema) & Indian OTT Streaming
- FromDelhi, India
- Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age38 years
- Active2013–Present
- Updated
Vaani Kapoor – Biography
Vaani Kapoor – Full Information
- Full Name: Vaani Kapoor
- Popular Name: Vaani Kapoor
- Nickname: Vaani
- Profession: Actress, Model
- Known For: Breakthrough debut as Tara in Shuddh Desi Romance (2013), playing Shyra in Befikre (2016), Naina in War (2019), and Maanvi Brar in Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021).
- Date of Birth: August 23, 1988
- Age: 38 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Delhi, India
- Hometown: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Profession Category: Actor / Bollywood Screen Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) approx.
- Weight: 57 kg (125 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Dark Brown
Family Member Name
- Father: Shiv Kapoor (Furniture Exports Entrepreneur)
- Mother: Dimpy Kapoor (Teacher-turned-Marketing Executive)
- Siblings: Nupur Chopra (Elder Sister)
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
Education Details
- School: Mata Jai Kaur Public School, Ashok Vihar, Delhi
- College / University: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Studies
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 2013 | Bollywood debut in Yash Raj Films’ romantic comedy Shuddh Desi Romance |
| 2014 | South Indian film debut with Tamil-Telugu bilingual rom-com Aaha Kalyanam |
| 2016 | Lead role as Shyra opposite Ranveer Singh in Aditya Chopra’s Befikre |
| 2019 | Featured as Naina in the highest-grossing Bollywood blockbuster War |
| 2021 | Played female lead opposite Akshay Kumar in spy action thriller Bell Bottom |
| 2021 | Critical acclaim for portraying a transgender woman in Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui |
| 2022 | Starred alongside Ranbir Kapoor in period action drama Shamshera |
| 2024 | Starred in comedy-drama Khel Khel Mein alongside Akshay Kumar |
| 2024 | Streaming series debut headlining Netflix crime drama Mandala Murders |
| 2025 | Starred opposite Ajay Devgn in the crime thriller sequel Raid 2 |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2013 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards | Most Entertaining Film Debut (Female) | Shuddh Desi Romance | Won |
| 2014 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Shuddh Desi Romance | Won |
| 2014 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Star Debut of the Year (Female) | Shuddh Desi Romance | Won |
| 2014 | Star Guild Awards | Best Female Debut | Shuddh Desi Romance | Won |
| 2014 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Debut | Shuddh Desi Romance | Won |
| 2014 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Shuddh Desi Romance | Nominated |
| 2014 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Female | Shuddh Desi Romance | Nominated |
| 2022 | Indian Film Festival of Melbourne | Disruptor in Cinema | Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui | Won |
| 2022 | Iconic Gold Awards | Powerpack Performance of the Year | Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui | Won |
| 2022 | Lions Gold Awards | Best Actress Critics | Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui | Won |
At a Glance
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About Vaani Kapoor
What was Vaani Kapoor's debut movie in Bollywood?
She made her debut in 2013 with Yash Raj Films' Shuddh Desi Romance, starring alongside Sushant Singh Rajput and Parineeti Chopra, which won her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Which role earned Vaani Kapoor the highest critical acclaim?
Her performance as Maanvi Brar, a transgender Zumba instructor in Abhishek Kapoor's Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021), earned widespread critical praise and industry recognition.
What is Vaani Kapoor's educational qualification?
She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Tourism Studies from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and interned with Oberoi Hotels and Resorts before entering modeling and films.
What is Vaani Kapoor's biggest commercial blockbuster film?
Her biggest commercial box office hit is Siddharth Anand's high-octane action thriller War (2019), co-starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff.
Has Vaani Kapoor worked in South Indian cinema?
Yes, she starred as the female lead in the 2014 romantic comedy Aaha Kalyanam, which was Yash Raj Films' official Tamil remake of Band Baaja Baaraat.
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