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Hansika Motwani

Name: Hansika Motwani
Date of Birth: 9th August 1991
Place of Birth: Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Occupation: Actress
Years Active: 2001–2004 (child actress), 2007–present
Spouse: Sohail Khaturiya (married in 2022)

Early Life

Hansika Motwani, born into a Sindhi family in Bombay (now Mumbai), India, on 9th August 1991, is the daughter of Pradeep Motwani, a businessman, and Mona Motwani, a dermatologist. She received her education from Podar International School and the International Curriculum School, both located in Mumbai.

Career Highlights

  • 2001–2010: Started her career as a child actor in Hindi films and later transitioned to lead roles in Telugu cinema, earning accolades for her performance in Desamuduru.
  • 2011–2015: Made her debut in Tamil cinema with Mappillai and achieved commercial success with films like Engeyum Kadhal, Velayudham, and Oru Kal Oru Kannadi.
  • 2016–present: Continued to showcase her versatility with films like Bogan, Gulaebaghavali, and Thuppakki Munai.

Personal Life

Hansika Motwani embraced Buddhism as her chosen spiritual path and finds solace in chanting Nam Myo Ho Renge Kyo. She married her longtime boyfriend, businessman Sohail Khaturiya, on 4th December 2022, in Mundota Fort and Palace, Jaipur.

Other Endeavors

Aside from her acting career, Hansika is actively involved in philanthropy, supporting causes such as education for underprivileged children and breast cancer awareness. She serves as the brand ambassador for Chennai Turns Pink, an initiative promoting breast cancer awareness among women.

Recognition

Hansika Motwani's contributions to the entertainment industry earned her a coveted spot on Forbes's 250 celebrities list in 2014.