Hansika Motwani is an Indian actress and entrepreneur, who has mainly acted in Telugu and Tamil films. She came into the limelight as one of the kids in the Hindi film ‘Koi… Mil Gaya’ (2003).
Wiki/Biography
Hansika Motwani was born on Friday, 9 August 1991 (age 31 years; as of 2022) in Bombay, Maharashtra (present-day Mumbai). Her zodiac sign is Leo.
A childhood picture of Hansika Motwani with her mother
She did her schooling at Podar International School, Mumbai. Later, she pursued her graduation from International Curriculum School, Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
Hair Colour: Brown
Eye Colour: Hazel Green
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-36
Family
Hansika belongs to a Sindhi family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father, Pradeep Motwani, is a businessman. Her mother, Mona Motwani, is a dermatologist. When Hansika was very young, her parents got separated. Her elder brother, Muskaan Nancy, works in the corporate sector, and he is married to the Indian TV actress Muskaan Nancy.
Hansika Motwani with her mother and brother
Hansika Motwani with her mother, brother, and sister-in-law
Relationships/Affairs
In 2013, Hansika announced her relationship with the South Indian actor Silambarasan Thesingu Rajendar aka Simbu after dating each other for a few years. After dating each other for a few years, the couple got separated. Reportedly, Hansika was not happy with Simbu’s close friendship with the Indian actress Nayanthara. During an interview, when Simbu was asked about the breakup, he said,
It’s been two years since my film release. I have learnt a lot in this period. Everyone has his own struggles, not that I am the only one who was suffering in life. They say that I am a born with silver spoon, but in the two years I experienced the difficulties faced by common man. I give all the money that I earn to my mother. In the two years, there were no films and I was completely broke. It was difficult for me to ask my mom to lend me money for survival. I lost everything. Offers went away, films did not release and nothing was working in my favour.”
Hansika Motwani with her ex-boyfriend Silambarasan Thesingu Rajendar
He further talked about Hansika, he said,
I thought my girlfriend (Hansika) will be with me, but she ditched me when I was struggling. (Laughs). I was hoping to forget my pain by looking at my child’s face after getting married, but that did not happen…I think the God is testing me. Everything had gone, but I only have this life. Then I realised that there is a purpose why I am still alive. In spite of my highs and lows, fans are still with me.”
Hansika then met a Mumbai-based businessman Sohail Kathuria, who is also a partner in Hansika Motwani’s event management partnership firm ‘Hansika Motwani Events LLP.’ While working together, they became friends and soon, fell in love with each other. In November 2022, Hansika Motwani shared a few pictures of her and Sohail in which Sohail was seen proposing to Hansika for marriage. The proposal was held at the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Sohail Kathuria while proposing Hansika Motwani
In November 2022, many media sources quoted that the couple would probably have a destination wedding at Mundota Fort and Palace in Jaipur on 4 December 2022. Sohail was earlier married to a girl named Rinky, and Hansika was one of the guests at their wedding held in 2016.
Sohail Kathuria’s wedding picture with his first wife
Hansika Motwani at Sohail Kathuria’s first wedding function
Religion/Religious Views
In 2010, she converted to Buddhism. In an interview, while talking about it, she said,
The best way to effectively de-stress is to chant ‘Nam Myo Ho Renge Kyo’. I chant every morning. This practice strengthens compassion in my mind. For me, Buddhism aims to awaken people to the limitless potential and value of their own lives. Through chants, one can connect with God and can experience real peace of mind and spiritual well-being. Chanting helps me strike a balance. I am now able to manage stress better and am generally more positive when dealing with people.”
Address
Bungalow No 47, Hansika House, RSC-2, Park Street, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Autograph
Hansika Motwani’s autograph
Career
Model
At the age of 8, she did her first TV commercial for the Hyundai Santro car along with the Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan. He received Rs 5000 for the ad. She then featured in TV commercials for brands like Nirma Beauty, Aroma Milk, and Girias.
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Actor
TV Serial
Hansika made her debut as a child actor in the Hindi TV serial ‘Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand’ (2001) in which she played the role of Tina. The serial was aired on Star Plus.
Hansika Motwani in Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand (2001)
In 2001, she acted in the Hindi TV serial ‘Shaka Laka Boom Boom’ as Karuna/Shona, and the serial was aired on Star Plus.
Hansika Motwani in Shaka Laka Boom Boom
She then appeared as a child actor in many Hindi TV serials like ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ (2002), ‘Son Pari’ (2002), ‘Karishma Kaa Karishma’ (2003), and ‘Hum 2 Hain Na!’ (2004).
Hansika Motwani in Hum 2 Hain Na!
Reality Show
In 2005, she participated in the Sony TV reality show ‘Celebrity Fame Gurukul,’ aired on Sony TV.
Hansika Motwani in Celebrity Fame Gurukul
Film
Hindi
Child Actor
In 2003, she made her Bollywood debut as a child actor with the horror film ‘Hawa’ in which she played the role of Sasha. The film failed to do well at the box office.
Hawa (2003)
In the same year, she appeared in the Hindi film ‘Koi… Mil Gaya’ as Priya.
Koi… Mil Gaya (2003)
In 2004, she acted in the Hindi films like ‘Jaago,’ ‘Hum Kaun Hai?,’ and ‘Aabra Ka Daabra.’
Hansika Motwani in Aabra Ka Dabra
Lead Actor
Hansika made her Bollywood debut as a lead actor with the Indian musician Himesh Reshammiya in the film ‘Aap Kaa Surroor’ (2007) as Ria Bakshi.
Aap Kaa Surroor (2007)
In 2008, she appeared in Hindi film ‘Money Hai Toh Honey Hai’ (2008).
Hansika Motwani in Money Hai Toh Honey Hai (2008)
Telugu
In 2007, she made her Telugu film debut with the film ‘Desamuduru’ in which she played the role of Vaishali.
Desamuduru (2007)
Some of her Telugu films are ‘Jayeebhava’ (2009), ‘Denikaina Ready’ (2012), ‘Luckunnodu’ (2017), ‘NTR: Kathanayakudu’ (2019), and ‘Tenali Ramakrishna BA. BL’ (2019).
Tenali Ramakrishna BA BL (2019)
Kannada
Hansika made her Kannada film debut with the 2008 film ‘Bindaas’ in which he played the role of Preethi.
Bindaas (2008)
Tamil
In 2011, she made her Tamil film debut as Gayathri in the film ‘Mappillai.’
Mappillai (2011)
She has acted in many Tamil films like ‘Kandireega’ (2011), ‘Oru Kal Oru Kannadi’ (2012), ‘Uyire Uyire’ (2016), ‘Gulaebaghavali’ (2018), and ‘Maha’ (2022).
Maha (2022)
Malayalam
As of 2022, she has acted in one Malayalam film ‘Villain’ (2017) in which she played the role of Dr. Shreya Venkatesh.
Villain (2017)
Music Videos
Hansika has also appeared in a few music videos like “Booty Shake” by Tony Kakkar and Sonu Kakkar (Hindi; 2021), “Mazaa” by B Praak (Hindi; 2021), and “Shreaam Pagal” by Sunidhi Chauhan (Punjabi; 2022).
Hansika Motwani in Booty Shake
Entrepreneur
Hansika owns an event management partnership firm Hansika Motwani Events LLP. In 2021, she started another event management company The Balloon Stylist.
Controversies
Leaked Bathing Video
In 2015, a nude video of a girl went viral, who looked like Hansika Motwani. Later, when Hansika got to know about the video, she clarified in one of the TV interviews that the girl in the video was not her but her doppelganger. She said,
Some people feel that actress is spending a luxurious life. But I am working round the clock and putting in a lot of hard work to entertain the audience. I don’t understand why some indulge in heinous acts like the morphing of pics. For me spreading obscene videos by morphing is worse than rape.”
A still of Hansika Motwani’s doppelganger’s video
Criticised for Using Growth Hormone Injection
In 2003, Hansika appeared as a child actor in the Hindi film ‘Koi… Mil Gaya,’ and within four years, she was seen playing the role of a lead actor in the 2007 Hindi film ‘Aap Kaa Surroor’ (2007). People criticised her for using growth hormones to make her film debut as a lead actor.
Hansika Motwani’s photos at the age of 12 and 16
Case Filed for the Poster of the Film
In 2022, she was seen playing the lead role in the Tamil film ‘Maha.’ In the poster of the film, Hansika was seen smoking chillum while wearing a get-up of a saadhvi. She received huge criticism for the same. A case was also filed against her and Jameel, the director of the film. Later, while talking about the controversy, Jameel said,
Guys, saw all ur coments,as a director of the film my intention was 2 just create sumthing unique n not to knowingly hurt anybody’s sentiments 2 caste or religion,I believe in humanity n not in Hindu-muslim,so pls dont create caste and religion angle ?? @ihansika #Maha (sic).”
Maha film poster
Awards
- 2003: Best Child Artist of the Year for Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand
- 2008: 55th Filmfare Awards South for Best Debut actress for the film Desamuduru
- 2014: South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Actress for the film Aranmanai
- 2015: Vijay Awards for Favourite Heroine for the film Maan Karate
Hansika Motwani holding her award
Car Collection
- Mercedes Benz S class
Hansika Motwani with her car
Income
Her monthly income is Rs 40 lakh approximately.
Net Worth
As of 2022, her net worth is around Rs 37 crore.
Favourites
- Holiday Destination(s): New York, London, Dubai, Paris
Facts/Trivia
- When she started her career as a child actor, her father was very upset as he was not happy with her pursuing her career as an actor. Once, Hansika’s mother met the Indian actress Juhi Chawla at her (Hansika’s mother) clinic. On Juhi Chawla’s suggestion, she decided that she would support her daughter in making her career as an actor.
- Hansika has been associated with various social services. When she turned 20, she decided to fund the education of 20 girls. In an interview, while talking about her philanthropic activities, she said,
I‘ve always tried to keep my philanthropic activities away from the public eye, and I’ve always asked my PR to not announce it. Honestly, I’ve never been particularly happy that you guys (media) get to know about my various charities. It sounds like publicity for me, and that’s not true. Even before I became a well-known actress, I was involved with social work. My mother was also involved. I consider myself fortunate to be able to help people around me.”
- In 2013, she was appointed as the brand ambassador of Chennai Turns Pink which is an awareness program to promote breast cancer awareness among women.
Hansika Motwani- Brand ambassador of Chennai Turns Pink
- Her fans often compare her looks with the veteran South Indian actor Khushbu. She is often called Chinna Khushbu by her fans.
- In her leisure time, she loves to do painting, meditation, travel, and watch films.
Hansika Motwani with a painting made by her
- She loves dogs and has three pet dogs named Bruzo, Murphy, and Teddy. However, she is petrified of cats.
Hansika Motwani with her pet dog Murphy
- In 2014, she was listed in Forbes India Celebrity 100 nominees list.
- In 2021, in one of her vlogs, she shared that she had never given any audition.
- Hansika has walked the ramp in many popular fashion shows.
Hansika Motwani walking the ramp in a fashion show
- She has also been featured on the cover page of various magazines like Inbox magazine, South Scope, and Femina Tamil.
Hansika Motwani featured on the cover of South Scope
- She loves to cook food and can cook Amritsari Chole Kulche, Maggie, and Black Daal very well.
- Hansika follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- She is often spotted drinking alcohol at parties and events.
- She has a self-titled YouTube channel in which she uploads videos of her personal life.
Hansika Motwani’s YouTube channel
- In 2021, on completing her 50th film in the Indian cinema, she said,
A lot of people are exaggerating the fact that I have completed 50 films, but I don’t see this as a big deal. I was lucky to begin early, and Tamil cinema welcomed me with open arms. I have been acting for close to 20 years now, but I have to go further. I still feel like I have just embarked on this journey and aim to hit a century. Fifty is a small number, there’s more to come. I want to act till my last breath.”