Vaani Kapoor Celebrates Birthday: A Rising Star in Indian Cinema

By Amit Kumar

August 23 marks the birthday of Vaani Kapoor, the talented Indian actress known for her work in
Bollywood and Tamil cinema. Born in 1988 in Delhi, Kapoor has steadily made a name for herself
since her debut in 2013.
Vaani Kapoor started her journey in the entertainment industry as a model and appeared in various
television commercials before making her film debut. Her first major role was in the Bollywood
romantic comedy “Shuddh Desi Romance,” produced by Yash Raj Films, where she starred alongside
Sushant Singh Rajput and Parineeti Chopra. Her performance in this film earned her critical acclaim
as well as the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Following her successful debut, Kapoor continued her association with Yash Raj Films, which helped
establish her as a promising actress in Hindi cinema. In 2014, she expanded her horizons with her
Tamil film debut in “Aaha Kalyanam,” a remake of the well-known Bollywood film “Band Baaja
Baaraat.”
Throughout her career, Vaani Kapoor has taken on a variety of roles, from lighthearted romantic films
to more nuanced characters. Notably, she appeared in “Befikre” (2016), where she co-starred with
Ranveer Singh. In recent years, Kapoor received praise for her role in “Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui,”
where she portrayed a transgender woman—a performance that highlighted her willingness to
embrace challenging and socially relevant roles.
Outside her film career, Kapoor is recognized for her grounded personality and commitment to her
craft. Before fully dedicating herself to acting, she also completed an internship and worked in
hospitality, reflecting her multifaceted background.
As Vaani Kapoor celebrates another year, her journey from modeling and television to Bollywood
stardom serves as a testament to her talent and perseverance in the competitive world of Indian
cinema.