Born on June 2, 1987, in Patna, Bihar, Sonakshi is the daughter of legendary actor-politician and Poonam Sinha . Before her acting career, she pursued fashion design at SNDT Women's University and worked as a costume designer, notably for the 2005 film Mera Dil Leke Dekho . This background in design continues to influence her personal brand and business ventures, such as her nail brand, SOEZI , launched in 2022.
Sonakshi Sinha , often referred to as "Shotgun Jr.," has evolved from a blockbuster debutante into a multifaceted force in Indian entertainment, blending high-profile commercial success with critical acclaim in the digital age.