Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/02/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Hajipur, Bihar, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Shilpa Shukla
06/02/2026
Shilpa Shukla appeared in the Hindi thriller Vadh 2, directed by Jaspal Singh Sandhu, which had its release on 6 February 2026. The film added another recent title to her filmography in the years following her role in Jolly LLB 3.
19/09/2025
Shilpa Shukla was part of the cast of Jolly LLB 3, directed by Subhash Kapoor, which was scheduled for release on 19 September 2025. The courtroom comedy continued the franchise and added to her run of mainstream Bollywood roles.
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Bio/Wiki
| Shilpa Shukla is an Indian theatre, television, and Bollywood film actress known for her work in Hindi cinema and web series. | |
| She was born into a Bihari Bhumihar family in Hajipur, Vaishali district, Bihar, and was brought up in New Delhi, Kolkata, and Gujarat. | |
| She has a Ladhaki-Tibetan background and was raised in a family of civil servants, political leaders, and scholars. | |
| Shilpa began her career as a theatre artist under the guidance of renowned theatre actor and director Maharaj Krishna Raina. | |
| She initially appeared in Doordarshan TV serials before transitioning to films, where she gained recognition for her performances in independent and mainstream cinema. | |
| She is best known for her role as Bindiya Naik in the 2007 sports drama 'Chak De! India' opposite Shah Rukh Khan, which earned her critical acclaim and award nominations. | |
| Her bold performance in the 2013 film 'B.A. Pass' brought her further acclaim and several awards, including the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress. | |
| She has also appeared in films such as 'Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi', 'Frozen', 'Rajdhani Express', 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', 'Bombairiya', and 'Junction', as well as web series and short films. | |
| Shilpa has hosted the crime-based TV show 'Savdhaan India' and has worked in TV commercials, web series, and short films. | |
| She is married to Mohit Tripathi, an associate director, whom she met at the Asmita Theatre Group in Delhi, and they are currently separated. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 168 cm |
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| Weight | 60 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Delhi Public School, R. K. Puram, New Delhi |
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| College | Miranda House, Delhi |
| Educational Qualification | Post Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | She was born into a Hindu Family but follows Buddhism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Separated |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Ajay Bahl (Film Director; rumoured) |
Family
| Father | N.K. Shukla (Income Tax Officer) |
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| Mother | Namita Shukla |
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| Spouse | Mohit Tripathi (Associate Director) |
Career
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Favourites
| Food | Omelette |
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| Actor | Guru Dutt |
| Drink | Fruit Juice |
| Philosopher | Jiddu Krishnamurti |
| Flag | Tibetan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shilpa Shukla has a Ladhaki-Tibetan background. | |
| 2. She was raised in a family of civil servants, political leaders, and scholars. | |
| 3. At 16, Shilpa began her modeling career. | |
| 4. She started as a theater artist under Maharaj Krishna Raina. | |
| 5. Initially, she worked on Doordarshan TV serials before appearing in movies. | |
| 6. Shilpa gained fame in 2007 for her role as 'Bindiya Naik' in the movie 'Chak De! India'. | |
| 7. In 2013, she received praise for her bold role in 'B.A. Pass' and won several awards. | |
| 8. Her brother, Tenzin Priydarshi, founded the Dalai Lama Centre For Ethics And Transformative Values at MIT. | |
| 9. She met her husband, Mohit Tripathi, at the Asmita Theatre Group in Delhi. | |
| 10. In 2018, she graced the cover of 'Delhi Noir' magazine. |
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