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Shaurya Chauhan
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Shaurya Chauhan (born 7 August) is an Indian model, actress and TV host.[1] She was one of the Kingfisher Calendar Girls for 2006. She appeared as an antagonist to Hrithik Roshan's character in Krrish 3.[2]
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Early life
[edit]Shaurya Chauhan was born in Hyderabad in a Rajput family hailing from Rajasthan. She was a good gymnast during her school days and was very good at extracurricular activities like dance, play and represented her school in gymnastics.
Career
[edit]She was spotted by ace lensman Atul Kasbekar and he shot her in the Kingfisher swimsuit calendar in 2006.[3]
Bollywood
[edit]She did a small role in Kyon Ki and has played a leading role in Mumbai Salsa. She also acted in Horn 'Ok' Pleassss. She walked out of the movie, Right Yaaa Wrong. She also acted as an antagonist in Krrish 3.
Personal life
[edit]She is married to Rishi Chauhan.[4]
Filmography
[edit]- Kyon Ki
- Mumbai Salsa
- Horn Ok Please
- Sadda Adda
- Krrish 3
- Ishq Ne Krazy Kiya Re
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Meet Shaurya Chauhan, the Hottie Villain of Krrish 3". Retrieved 23 October 2013.
- ^ Roshans find a hottie for Krrish – Times Of India. (13 December 2011). Retrieved 2013-08-05.
- ^ Caught in the act! – Times Of India. (22 October 2008). Retrieved 2013-08-05.
- ^ "Shaurya Chauhan Biography- Koimoi". Retrieved 23 October 2013.
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Family background
Shaurya Chauhan was born on 7 August 1977 in Hyderabad, India.[1][4] She hails from a Rajput family with origins in Rajasthan, though specific details about her upbringing in Hyderabad remain limited in public records.[5] Information on her parents' names and professions is not widely available, reflecting the private nature of her family life. No verified details exist regarding siblings or particular family dynamics that shaped her early years.[1][5]Education and early interests
Shaurya Chauhan was born on 7 August 1977 in Hyderabad to a Rajput family originally from Rajasthan. She completed her schooling in local institutions in Hyderabad before pursuing higher education, earning a bachelor's degree in arts.[5] During her school years, Chauhan was a national-level gymnast who represented India in competitions, highlighting her passion for sports.[6] This early involvement in gymnastics fostered her aspirations toward physical performance, influencing her later pursuits in modeling and acting. She shifted to modeling after recognizing limited long-term prospects in the sport. Following her graduation, Chauhan transitioned to the entertainment industry, beginning with modeling opportunities that aligned with her formative interests in performance.[7]Career
Modeling
Shaurya Chauhan's modeling career began in her hometown of Hyderabad, where she was discovered by renowned photographer Atul Kasbekar while working on local assignments.[8] Her breakthrough came in 2006 when she was selected as one of the Kingfisher Calendar Girls. The photoshoot, captured by Kasbekar in Mauritius, showcased her in vibrant swimsuits amid tropical settings, highlighting fresh faces alongside models like Deepika Padukone and Angela Jonsson. This exposure marked a pivotal moment, elevating her from regional circuits to national recognition in India's fashion scene. Following the calendar's success, Chauhan participated in various fashion events, including a notable ramp walk for designer Ramesh Dembla's collection at the Chancery Hotel in Bangalore on March 5, 2009, where she modeled contemporary outfits that emphasized bold silhouettes and urban appeal. These appearances, combined with print features from the calendar, facilitated her shift to broader national platforms, establishing her as a prominent figure in Indian modeling before venturing into other media.[9]Television hosting
Shaurya Chauhan transitioned to television hosting following her modeling success, debuting on screen with the reality show Dadagiri on UTV Bindaas.[3] In this competitive program, she served as a key presenter, guiding contestants through high-energy challenges and fostering an engaging atmosphere that highlighted her vibrant and approachable style.[1] The show, which aired in 2011, featured Chauhan in a prominent role that showcased her ability to connect with young audiences through interactive segments and lively commentary.[3] Her involvement in Dadagiri marked an early highlight in her TV career, emphasizing her youthful energy and on-screen charisma.[1]Film acting
Shaurya Chauhan made her acting debut with a minor role as a nurse in the 2005 Bollywood film Kyon Ki.... She transitioned to a leading role in her first feature film, Mumbai Salsa (2007), a romantic drama directed by Manoj Tyagi, in which she portrayed a central character alongside Vir Das and Linda Arsenio.[10] The film, produced by ASA Productions, marked her entry into scripted narratives following her modeling and television work, which had already increased her public profile. Chauhan continued with supporting roles in subsequent films, including Horn 'Ok' Pleassss (2009), a comedy-drama directed by Ritesh Deshmukh, where she played Shweta, a key figure in the ensemble cast exploring themes of love and friendship. She made a special appearance in the action thriller Force (2011). In 2012, she appeared as Shreya Gujral in Sadda Adda, a youth-oriented comedy about college life and relationships, directed by Munish Suri. Her career faced a setback when she abruptly walked out of Right Yaaa Wrong (2010), a crime thriller directed by Neeraj Pathak and starring Sunny Deol and Irrfan Khan, citing personal reasons for her exit without elaborating further.[11] A notable breakthrough came with her antagonistic role as the Scorpion Woman in Krrish 3 (2013), the superhero installment directed by Rakesh Roshan, where she joined the ensemble featuring Hrithik Roshan and Vivek Oberoi in a story of mutants and global threats. Chauhan performed all her action sequences personally, without a body double, under the guidance of Roshan, who emphasized authenticity in the physical demands of her mutant villain character.[12] Her portrayal received attention for its intensity in the film's high-octane fight scenes, contributing to the movie's commercial success as one of Bollywood's top-grossing superhero films.[13] Following Krrish 3, Chauhan's film output diminished, with supporting roles in films like Ishq Ne Krazy Kiya Re (2015), where she played Ritu's friend, and her final credited role in Sabki Bajegi Band (2015), a comedy-drama based on real events and directed by Anirudh Chawla, where she played Savvy Leone in a narrative involving relationships and personal revelations. Post-2015, as of 2025, she has not appeared in any major Bollywood productions, indicating a slowdown in her acting career amid a shift back toward modeling and other ventures.[2]Personal life
Marriage and relationships
Shaurya Chauhan is married to Rishi Chauhan. Little public information is available regarding any prior relationships or the specific impact of her marriage on her career or public image.Later years
Following the release of her last film, Ishq Ne Krazy Kiya Re in 2015, Shaurya Chauhan has maintained a notably low public profile, with no subsequent major acting roles, television appearances, or high-visibility projects documented in entertainment media up to 2025.[14] She continues to engage with audiences through social media, primarily on Instagram under the handle @gungunskc13, where she posts regularly about fashion styling, personal aesthetics, and lifestyle moments, including content tied to festivals like Diwali and Navratri in 2025, amassing over 18,000 followers.[15] No recent interviews, reflections on her career, documented health updates, or involvement in philanthropy have been reported in credible sources as of November 2025. Chauhan appears to reside in Mumbai, where she built her professional base, though she occasionally references her Hyderabad roots in older profiles.[1]Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kyon Ki... | Guest appearance | |
| 2007 | Mumbai Salsa | DJ | [16] |
| 2009 | Horn 'Ok' Pleassss | Renu | [17] |
| 2011 | Force | Special appearance | [18] |
| 2012 | Sadda Adda | Shreya Gujral | [19] |
| 2013 | Krrish 3 | Scorpion Woman | [20] |
| 2015 | Sabki Bajegi Band | Supporting role | [21] |
| 2015 | Ishq Ne Krazy Kiya Re | Ritu's friend | [22] |
| 2015 | Good Buddy Gadbadi | - | [23] |
