Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1999-11-03
- Born Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Also Known As:
Shanaya Sanjay Kapoor
Shanaya Kapoor
Shanaya Kapoor is an Indian actress and model, born on November 3, 1999, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. She is the daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, and is part of the prominent Kapoor family, with cousins including Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, and Anil Kapoor . Shanaya completed her schooling at Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai. Before entering acting, Shanaya worked as an assistant director on the 2020 film Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, which starred her cousin Janhvi Kapoor . She made her acting debut in 2025 with the romantic drama Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, directed by Santosh Singh. In the film, she portrays a theatre artist who blindfolds herself as a form of method acting . Despite the film receiving mixed reviews, Shanaya's performance was praised, with critics noting her "confident debut" and "spark" . Shanaya is also known for her work in fashion and advertising. She has been the brand ambassador for several major brands, including Puma, Samsung, Madame, Dot & Key, and Charlotte Tilbury . Additionally, she has modeled for renowned designers such as Manish Malhotra and Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, and has been featured in various fashion magazines . Beyond her professional endeavors, Shanaya maintains close friendships with fellow actors Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan, referring to them as "family" and emphasizing the supportive bond they share as they navigate their careers in the film industry. Looking ahead, Shanaya is set to appear in Karan Johar's upcoming film Bedhadak, alongside Laksh Lalwani and Gurfateh Singh Pirzada . She is also slated to feature in the Telugu film Vrushabh, co-starring Mohanlal .
