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Sonia Kapoor is an Indian actor and lyricist. She is the second wife of the Indian playback singer, music director, songwriter, film & music producer, and actor Himesh Reshammiya.
Wiki/Biography
Sonia Kapoor also spelt as Sonia Kapur was born on Saturday, 12 January 1980 (age 44 years; as of 2024) in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn. She did her graduation at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx.): 60 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-30-36
Family
She belongs to a Khatri Hindu family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father has passed away. Her mother’s name is Madhu Kapoor.
Sonia Kapoor’s father
Sonia Kapoor and her mother
Husband & Children
On 11 May 2018, she got married to the Indian singer and music director Himesh Reshammiya in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony. The wedding was held at Himesh’s residence in Andheri Lokhandwala, Mumbai.
Sonia Kapoor with Himesh Reshammiya on their wedding day
Earlier, Himesh was married to a girl named Komal, and they have a son together named Swayam Reshammiya.
Sonia Kapoor’s husband and stepson
In 2017, Himesh and Komal got divorced. Sonia was a good friend of Komal, and Sonia used to visit Komal and Himesh’s home often. At Himesh’s home Sonia and Himesh met for the first time. Soon, they became good friends and fell in love with each other.
Career
Actor
Film
In 1996, she appeared in the Malayalam film ‘Ishtamanu Nooruvattom’ in which she played the role of Geethu Narendran.
A still of Sonia Kapoor from the film Ishtamanu Nooruvattom
She made her Hindi film debut with the film ‘Officer’ (2001) in which she played the role of Pratap Rai’s Servant.
Officer
She has acted in various Hindi films like ‘Fareb’ (2005), ‘Don Muthu Swami’ (2008), ‘Teraa Surroor’ (2016; also costume designer & stylist), and ‘Happy Hardy and Heer’ (2020; also costume designer & stylist).
Happy Hardy Heer
TV
From 1993 to 1997, she portrayed Subhadra in the Hindi mythological TV series ‘Shri Krishna,’ which aired on DD National.
A still of Sonia Kapoor as Subhadra from the Hindi TV series Shri Krishna
She has acted in many Hindi TV serials including ‘Jai Hanuman’ (1997; DD National), ‘Heena’ (1998; Sony TV), ‘Sanjivani: A Medical Boon’ (2002; Star Plus), ‘Kumkum: Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan’ (2002; Star Plus), and ‘Best of Luck Nikki’ (2011; Disney Channel).
A still of Sonia Kapoor from one of her TV serials
Lyricist
Film
She has penned down the lyrics in various Hindi films’ songs such as “Aadat” from ‘Happy Hardy and Heer’ (2020) and “Tera Hua” from ‘Bad Boy’ (2023).
Music Videos
She has also worked as a lyricist in a few Hindi music albums’ songs like “Bas Tum Mere Paas Raho,” “Paayyaliaa,” and “Achcha Hota” from ‘Himesh Ke Dil Se’ (2023).
Controversy
Criticsed for Being a Home Breaker
In 2017, he received huge criticism for breaking the marriage of Himesh Reshammiya and Komal.
Facts/Trivia
- At a very young age, she decided to become an actress.
- In her spare time, she loves to travel, read books, listen to music, and watch films. One of her favourite travelling destinations is Dubai.
Sonia Kapoor during her vacation
- She is a spiritual person and often visits various religious places.
Sonia Kapoor at the Golden Temple
- She follows a regular workout regimen and a healthy diet to remain fit.
Sonia Kapoor while working out