Athiya Shetty is a rising star of bollywood industry. Athiya Shetty has a bollywood background her father Suniel Shetty, is famous Bollywood actor, producer, television host and businessman. Athiya Shetty movies are very selective she is very patience while signing her movies

Biography

Early Life

Born on November 5, 1992, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Athiya Shetty received her early education at the esteemed Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai. Later on, she transferred to the American School of Bombay, where she encountered Tiger Shroff, Krishna Shroff, and Shraddha Kapoor as her schoolmates. In an interview, Athiya revealed that Tiger Shroff had been a source of childhood bullying for her.

Driven by her lifelong passion for acting, Athiya pursued her graduation in Filmmaking and Liberal Arts at the New York Film Academy, honing her skills in the craft. During her school years, she actively participated in plays and the school choir, showcasing her talents in singing and dancing.

Athiya’s love for acting was so profound that she would often borrow her mother’s sarong, drape it like a saree, and playfully imitate actresses in the privacy of her room

Career

During the early stages of her career, Athiya Shetty ventured into various fields before making her mark in Bollywood. She explored professions such as fashion design, interior design, architecture, waitress, and even worked as a chef in a New York cafe. Athiya shetty movies did not perform well on box office but Athiya got god reorganisation.

In 2015, Athiya Shetty made her Bollywood debut with the film “Hero,” where she portrayed the character of Radha Mathur. Interestingly, the opportunity to star in this film came about when producer Salman Khan, unaware of Athiya’s identity as Suniel Shetty’s daughter, offered her the role after her sister Alvira spotted her at Yasmin Karachiwala’s gym. Although “Hero” had an average performance at the box office, Athiya received the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Award for Best Debut (Female) in 2015 and also won the Stardust Award for Best Jodi of the Year alongside Sooraj Pancholi.

In 2017, Athiya showcased her talent in the romantic comedy film “Mubarakan,” which turned out to be a major success and garnered acclaim for her acting skills. The following year, she delivered a dance performance on the song “Tere Naal Nachna” in the film “Nawabzaade.”

In 2019, Athiya Shetty portrayed the character of Anita in the comedy-drama “Motichoor Chaknachoor,” a Bollywood movie co-starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Following her debut in Bollywood, Athiya Shetty became the brand ambassador for Maybelline New York’s Indian franchise. She has also graced the covers of renowned magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Femina, Vogue, Hello, and Verve.

Athiya Personal Life

Athiya Shetty is from Bunt Community from her father’s side while her mother’s side is of Punjabi Hindu and Gujarati Muslim heritage. Athiya Shetty father, Suniel Shetty, is a famous Bollywood actor, producer and a businessman while her mother, Mana Shetty, is a Fashion Designer and a Social worker. Athiya Shetty brother name is Ahan Shetty. He is younger brother of Athiya and he is also a Bollywood actor and started his acting career with the Bollywood movie TADAP in the year 2021.

Talking about her marital status so was recently married. Athiya Shetty husband name is K L Rahul, a famous Indian cricketer. K L Rahul and Athiya Shetty got married on January 23, 2023.

Athiya is a very active social media person. Her passion for fashion, fitness and travelling is evident through her social media presence. She is also a pet lover and use to upload pictures of her pet dog, ‘Squish’.

In her personal life, Athiya Shetty is associated with several charitable causes and actively raises awareness about social issues.

Achievements & Awards

Athiya Shetty movies gave her renowned recognization by supporting her winning prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Award for Best Debut

Secondly she won Stardust Award for Best Jodi of the Year alongside Sooraj Pancholi.

Her journey of becoming brand ambassador for Maybelline New York’s Indian franchise, in an achievement of Athiya shetty movies debut in Bollywood

International Indian Film Academy Award for Hottest Pair along with Sooraj Pancholi (2016)

Producers Guild Film Award for Most Promising Debut Jodi shared with Sooraj Pancholi (2016)

Vogue Beauty Award in the category “Face to Watch out For.” (2015)

Social Activism

Athiya Shetty acknowledges the profound influence of her paternal grandfather and maternal grandmother on her life. She fondly recalls mornings spent accompanying her grandfather to the market, cherishing the memories they created together. Additionally, her evenings were dedicated to assisting her grandmother, Vipula Kadri, at her NGO.

Athiya holds her grandmother in high regard, emphasising the tremendous impact she had on shaping her life. Vipula Kadri initiated the NGO Save the Children India, located conveniently next to Athiya’s school. Since the age of 12, Athiya actively engaged with mentally challenged and hearing-impaired children, as well as girls rescued from the clutches of trafficking. Even today, her mother oversees the operations of the school, and Athiya continues to be deeply involved in the meaningful work initiated by her grandmother.

Interesting facts about Athiya

During her childhood, Athiya had the opportunity to accompany her father on the sets of the film Umrao Jaan, where Aishwarya was the lead actress. Fascinated by the entire process, Athiya would spend hours in Aishwarya’s room, observing her preparations for the scenes. These experiences left a lasting impression on her, igniting her own aspirations to become an actress in the future.

She is a foodie. Though it doesn’t show, she eats a lot and enjoys eating and trying new cuisines. She follows a non-vegetarian diet

She loves adventure sports and sky diving is on her to-do list.

Suniel Shetty and daughter Athiya made their debut in Bollywood on the same day.

Shah Rukh Khan who is Athiya Shetty’s favourite. She was really ecstatic and inspired after seeing Kal Ho Na Ho.

Athiya Shetty owns many high-end cars including a Jaguar XF, Mercedes S Class SUV, and Audi Q7.

She loves dogs and has a pet pug named Squish.

She has also learned many other professional dance forms from Remo‘s dance academy in Mumbai.

Shetty is an ardent follower of Sai Baba.

Athiya told during an interview that she is very superstitious.

She is a big movie buff and has watched every single Bollywood film in her childhood.

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In conclusion, Athiya Shetty movies gave her renowned place in Bollywood. Despite of being a star kid of the industry, Athiya Shetty had a early stage struggle in her career. She is a true inspiration to many ambitious actresses who want to succeed in Bollywood and make their own space.

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FAQ

Q1. How did Athiya and Rahul met?

Ans. Athiya and Rahul met through a common friend and slowly their relations become strong to tie a knot of wedding.

Q2. Who is Athiya Shetty?

Ans. Athiya Shetty is the daughter of famous Bollywood star Suniel Shetty. Through her acting and hard work she has gain a prestigious space in Bollywood.

Q3. What is the age of Athiya Shetty?

Ans. Athiya Shetty was born on November 5, 1992. She is 30 years old (as on 2022). 

Q4. Athiya Shetty Movies list?

Ans. She has worked in four Movies Hero, Mubarakan, Nawabzaade, Motichoor Chaknachoor.

Q5 When did Athiya Shetty Get married?

Ans. Athiya and Rahul got married on January 23, 2023.