Sonam Kapoor

Sonam Kapoor Ahuja (; born 9 June 1985) is an Indian actress, philanthropist and model. She was born in Bombay, Maharashtra. Kapoor is one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood. Her father is actor Anil Kapoor. Her best known roles were as Sakina in Saawariya (2007) and as Simran in I Hate Luv Storys (2010).

 Life 
Kapoor was born in Mumbai, India. Her father is actor and producer Anil Kapoor and her mother, Sunita Kapoor, is a former model and designer. She has two younger siblings: film producer Rhea and actor Harsh Varrdhan. She went to school in Mumbai and later studied in Singapore. She also studied for a short time in London. 

Kapoor made her acting debut in Saawariya (2007). The movie was not successful. She had her first commercial success with I Hate Luv Storys (2010). In 2013, she received praise for her role in Raanjhanaa. She also acted in successful films such as Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013), Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015), and Sanju (2018).

Her role in Neerja (2016), a film about flight attendant Neerja Bhanot, won her a National Film Award Special Mention.

After some less successful films, she took a break from acting.

 Activism 
Kapoor supports causes such as breast cancer awareness and LGBT rights. She has worked with groups such as PETA and other charities. She has helped raise money for children with cancer and other social causes. 

 Personal life 
Kapoor is married to businessman Anand Ahuja. They have one son.

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Category:Indian movie actors
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