Athiya Shetty: Facts To Know About Bollywood Actress!

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Abirath EV

Athiya Shetty is an Indian actress who plays leading roles in Bollywood films. Athiya made her acting debut with the 2015 Hindi romantic action film Hero.

She won the International Indian Film Academy Awards for Hottest Pair alongside Sooraj Pancholi, her hero, and a Filmfare nomination for Best Female Debut for her performance in the first film.

Athiya was born on November 5, 1992. Her father is the legendary Bollywood actor Suneil Shetty. Her mother is the businesswoman Mana Shetty.

Athiya has a younger brother named Ahan Shetty, who began his acting career with the 2021 Hindi film Tadaap.

Athiya Shetty dated Indian cricketer KL Rahul for years. On January 23, 2023, Athiya and Rahul married in Suniel Shetty's Khandala home.

Athiya completed her education at the Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai.  Athiya joined the American School of Bombay and performed in school plays with Shraddha Kapoor and Tiger Shroff.

Athiya began her career in the 2015 Bollywood film Hero, directed by Nikhil Advani. At the box office, the film earned a total of Rs.34.82 crore (US$4.4 million).

Athiya will play the title character in 'Hope Solo,' a biopic based on footballer Afshan Ashiq in which she will star.

Athiya Shetty's main source of income is Bollywood acting. Her net worth is 28–29 crore, and she charges 3–4 crore every film.