Athiya Shetty

Born on November 5, 1992, in Bombay, Maharashtra, Athiya Shetty is an Indian actress. She has been actively participating in the film industry since 2015 and is the famous actor Suniel Shetty's daughter.

She recently got married to Indian cricket player KL Rahul in 2023. Athiya Shetty's career in show business has been characterized by notable achievements, such as her parts in the movies "Hero" (2015), "Mubarakan" (2017), and "Motichoor Chaknachoor" (2019).

Early Life and Education

Athiya Shetty was raised in Bombay, which is now Mumbai, and has a multicultural upbringing. Her mother is of Gujarati Muslim and Punjabi Hindu descent, while her father, Suniel Shetty, is a member of the Tulu-speaking Bunt community. Her younger brother, Ahan Shetty, followed in her footsteps and pursued acting. Athiya attended the Cathedral and John Connon School before attending the American School of Bombay. She had an active part in school productions with performers like Tiger Shroff and Shraddha Kapoor during her school years. She moved to New York City because she was passionate about acting and wanted to become a film actor. She enrolled in the New York Film Academy to achieve her ambition.

A Career in Film Production

2015 saw Athiya Shetty make her feature debut in the romantic action picture "Hero," which was helmed by Nikhil Advani. Co-produced by Salman Khan and Subhash Ghai, the movie was a remake of the iconic 1983 original picture of the same name. She won critical acclaim and was nominated for a Filmfare award for Best Female Debut in her performance as Mumbai-born dancer Radha Mathur.

Athiya Shetty made her debut as the face of Maybelline New York's Indian division and appeared on the covers of prestigious publications such as Harper's Bazaar, Verve, and Cosmopolitan. Later on, she starred alongside Anil Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, and Ileana D'Cruz in Anees Bazmee's romantic comedy "Mubarakan" in 2017. Despite receiving a mixed reception, the movie was a box-office success. In the 2019 comedy-drama "Motichoor Chaknachoor," Athiya Shetty portrayed Anita "Ani" Awasthi opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui. She is now working on a very interesting project called "Hope Solo," a biographical film in which she will play football player Afshan Ashiq.

Marriage

When Athiya Shetty wed Indian cricketer KL Rahul on January 23, 2023, her personal life underwent a dramatic change. The Shetty family's Khandala house served as the venue for their memorable wedding.

List of Films and Honors

Here is a quick rundown of Athiya Shetty's achievements and filmography:

• Radha Mathur's role in the 2015 film "Hero"
• "Mubarakan" (2017): Binkle Sandhu's role.
• "Nawabzaade" (2018): A cameo in the song "Tere Naal Nachna."
• Anita "Ani" Awasthi's role in "Motichoor Chaknachoor" (2019).

For her work, she was recognized with honors and accolades, including Best Female Debut at the Filmfare Awards and the Stardust Awards. Furthermore, she shared the Producers Guild Film Awards' Most Promising Debut Jodi with co-star Sooraj Pancholi. Athiya Shetty is a well-known character in the Indian cinema industry, thanks to a career that has combined critical acclaim with popular appeal.

Personal Views and Interests of Athiya Shetty

Athiya Shetty owns a pug named Squish as a pet and is a devout follower of Sai Baba in addition to her profession. Athiya went to the same school as Shraddha Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Krishna Shroff, three other Bollywood celebrities. Salman Khan offered Athiya her first movie, "Hero," after his sister Alvira saw her at Yasmin Karachiwala's gym. Alvira was unaware that Athiya was Suniel Shetty's daughter.

Athiya Shetty's Charitable Contributions

Since she was just 12 years old, Athiya Shetty has worked with mentally challenged and hearing-impaired youngsters at her grandmother's non-profit organization. Her devotion to helping others in need and giving back is demonstrated by her charity work.