Janhvi Kapoor
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| Janhvi Kapoor at an event | |
| Born | 06 March 1997 (age 28) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, Los Angeles |
| Alma mater | Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai |
| Occupation | Actress, Model |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | Dhadak, Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, Mili |
| Notable works | Dhadak (2018), Ghost Stories (2020), Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020), Roohi (2021), Good Luck Jerry (2022), Mili (2022), Bawaal (2023), Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (2024), Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025) |
| Awards | Zee Cine Award, IIFA Award nomination |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Parents | Boney Kapoor (father), Sridevi (mother) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | JanhviKapoor.com |
Janhvi Kapoor (born 6 March 1997) is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films. The daughter of film producer Boney Kapoor and actress Sridevi, she made her acting debut in Dhadak (2018), a commercial success. Kapoor is known for portraying young women in coming-of-age dramas, biopics, and comedies.
Early Life & Education
Janhvi Kapoor was born on 6 March 1997 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to film producer Boney Kapoor and legendary actress Sridevi. She is the elder daughter in the family and has a younger sister, Khushi Kapoor. She is also related to the Kapoor film family, including Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor.
Kapoor studied at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai and later pursued an acting course at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, Los Angeles.
Career
Debut and Early Success (2018–2019)
Kapoor made her acting debut with Dhadak (2018), opposite Ishaan Khatter, a Hindi remake of the Marathi hit Sairat. Despite mixed reviews, the film was a box-office success, and her performance was noted. She won the Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut.
In 2019, she appeared in a segment of Ghost Stories (Netflix anthology), earning praise for her performance in the horror short directed by Zoya Akhtar.
| Year | Film(s) | Outcome / Significance |
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| 2018 | Dhadak | Debut film; commercial success; Zee Cine Best Debut |
| 2019 | Ghost Stories (Netflix) | Praised for performance in anthology |
Rise with Biopics and OTT (2020–2022)
In 2020, Kapoor starred in Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, a biopic on IAF pilot Gunjan Saxena. Released on Netflix due to the pandemic, her performance received critical acclaim and earned her multiple award nominations.
She later appeared in Roohi (2021), a horror-comedy, and in Good Luck Jerry (2022), a black comedy on Disney+ Hotstar, where her performance was particularly praised.
Her survival thriller Mili (2022), produced by her father Boney Kapoor, showcased her in a challenging role, earning widespread appreciation even though the film underperformed at the box office.
Established Career (2023–present)
In 2023, Kapoor starred opposite Varun Dhawan in Bawaal, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, which was released on Prime Video and received mixed reviews.
She then appeared in Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (2024), a cricket-based drama opposite Rajkummar Rao, where her performance as an aspiring cricketer was lauded. In 2025, she headlines Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari opposite Varun Dhawan, one of the most anticipated romantic dramas of the year.
| Year | Film(s) | Outcome / Significance |
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| 2020 | Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl | OTT hit; acclaimed performance |
| 2021 | Roohi | Horror-comedy; commercial success |
| 2022 | Good Luck Jerry, Mili | OTT & theatrical releases; praised acting |
| 2023 | Bawaal | Prime Video release; mixed reviews |
| 2024 | Mr. & Mrs. Mahi | Acclaimed cricket drama |
| 2025 | Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari | High-profile romantic drama |
Notable Works
- Dhadak (2018) – Debut, commercial success
- Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020) – Acclaimed biopic
- Good Luck Jerry (2022) – OTT hit
- Mili (2022) – Survival thriller; praised performance
- Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (2024) – Sports drama
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025) – Romantic drama
Personal Life
Janhvi Kapoor maintains a close bond with her father Boney Kapoor and sister Khushi Kapoor. She often speaks about the influence of her late mother, Sridevi, on her life and career.
Achievements and Recognition
- Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut (Dhadak)
- Nominations at Filmfare Awards and IIFA for Gunjan Saxena
- Featured in Forbes India 30 Under 30 (2021)
- Consistently listed in Times 50 Most Desirable Women