Anushka Shetty

Anushka Shetty, born on November 7, 1981, in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, is an Indian actress known primarily for her work in Telugu and Tamil cinema. Over the years, she has built a diverse filmography, appearing in more than fifty films across various genres. Shetty's talent has earned her several accolades, including three Filmfare Awards South, two Nandi Awards, two SIIMA Awards, and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award. Additionally, she received the Kalaimamani honor in 2010 from the Government of Tamil Nadu.

Shetty began her acting career in 2005 with the Telugu film "Super," which earned her a Filmfare nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She gained wider recognition with her role in S. S. Rajamouli's "Vikramarkudu" the following year. Subsequent successful films include "Lakshyam," "Souryam," and "Chintakayala Ravi." In 2009, she took on dual roles in the Telugu dark fantasy "Arundhati," a performance that won her both the Filmfare Best Actress Award – Telugu and a Nandi Award. Her portrayal of a prostitute in the 2010 drama "Vedam" secured her a second consecutive Filmfare Best Actress Award.

Standing at 5'10" with black hair and brown eyes, Anushka Shetty maintains an active presence beyond cinema, including a substantial following on Instagram, where she has millions of followers as of 2026. She continues to be among the higher-paid actresses in South Indian film industries.