Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor is known for her infectious smile and impeccable acting prowess. From ‘Aashiqui 2’, ‘Haider’ to ‘Stree’, the actress has carved a niche for herself in the industry.

This dainty Bollywood princess has more to her than what meets the eye. Not only is she an amazing actor, but she is also a trained classical singer and a brilliant dance. As Shraddha Kapoor rings in her 34th birthday today, let’s take a look at some of the rare and unknown facts about the birthday girl.

Scholar Shraddha

Did you know? Shraddha Kapoor scored a whopping 95% in her Class XII exams. Reportedly, her parents wanted her to choose the academic field. But she chose to differ, listened to her heart and pursued her passion for acting.

Salman Khan connect

Shraddha was offered her first film when she was just 16. As per reports, Salman Khan offered Shraddha a movie after he saw her play at Boston University.

Tea tales

Shraddha is crazy about tea. Two cups of tea can make her day. Not just that, she is also fond of Japanese food, cupcakes and chocolates, isn’t she one amongst us!

Favourite film


Doting daughter loves to catch up on her father’s movies time and again. Her all-time favourite film is ‘Andaz Apna Apna’, which stars her father, Shakti Kapoor. However, Amitabh Bachchan is her favourite actor.

Shraddha Kapoor is related to Lata Mangeshkar.

Pandit Pandharinath Kolhapure is the first cousin of Lata Mangeshkar and is the maternal grandfather of Shraddha. The actress often addresses Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle as Ajji.

Versatility at her best

There is more to Shraddha than just acting; not many of you must be aware that she is a versatile singer, just like her mother and grandmother. The actress has even marked her debut as a singer with the song Galliyan in the movie Ek Villain. Apart from that, she is also known for her dance moves. The Aashiqui 2 actress had once revealed that she could speak in various accents, be it British or Russian.

Awards and accolades

Shraddha bagged the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Actress in 2013 for her breakthrough role in the romantic Bollywood movie Aashiqui 2.

Hobbies and interests

Shraddha Kapoor loves gardening. As per a Bombay Times report, Shraddha, as a kid, used to take her parents’ clothes and dance in front of the mirror.

Wishing the gorgeous actress Shradha Kapoor a very Happy and joyous Birthday!