Sonal Chauhan primarily works in the South Indian and Hindi film industries. In 2005, she was crowned Miss World Tourism and Femina Miss India and is a winner of many other beauty pageants. Debuting in the Hindi film industry as the Jannat movie actress, this Indian actress, singer and model made her Telugu film debut via ‘Rainbow.’ She has also worked in Tamil and Kannada films. This Jannat movie actress is currently trending for praising Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s bond, in an interview, and appreciating her for bringing out his spiritual personality.
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Early Life and Career
Sonal Chauhan has a Rajput ancestry. She studied in Noida’s Delhi Public School and attended Gargi College in New Delhi to study philosophy with honours. Also, she began participating in a few modelling competitions during her college days.
Sonal Chauhan Movies
Her debut cinematic appearance was in a Hindi film, ‘Jannat’. She starred alongside Emraan Hashmi. In addition, she has a three-film contract with the Bhatts, two of which are still in the works. This Jannat movie actress also sang a duet with KK for the song ‘Kaise Bataoon’ in the film 3G. Her role as ‘Mandodari’ in ‘Adipurush’ has contributed to her popularity in the industry.
Sonal Chauhan movies in the South Indian film industry are remarkable, too. She made her Tollywood comeback by appearing in the Telugu movie ‘Legend,’ which also starred Nandamuri Balakrishna. Another name in the Sonal Chauhan movies list is Pandaga Chesko. She signed on to two Telugu films, ‘Size Zero’ and ‘Sher,’ in early 2015. One more name in the Sonal Chauhan movies list is ‘Dictator,’ a Telugu movie that she signed in 2015.
Sonal Chauhan in Jannat Movie
Kunal Deshmukh is the director, and Mukesh Bhatt is the producer of the 2008 Indian Hindi-language romantic crime film ‘Jannat.’ Sonal played the lead character alongside Emran Hashmi. It received favourable reviews from reviewers and was a global success when released on May 16, 2008. It has also contributed to the list of Sonal Chauhan songs that are appreciated by people worldwide.
Sonal Chauhan’s Role in Rainbow
Rahul, Sonal Chauhan and Sindhu Menon appeared in the 2008 Telugu movie Rainbow, which was directed by V. N. Aditya. Critics gave the movie unfavourable reviews when it came out. However, it holds a significant position in the Sonal Chauhan movies list. It is renowned for its catchy soundtrack, which Nihal composed and heightens the story’s emotional impact. Moreover, it contributes to the list of highly searched Sonal Chauhan songs.
As stated in an interview in 2022, the Jannat movie actress, Sonal Chauhan, compares getting a good movie with hitting a jackpot. The results are unpredictable, though every actor gives their best, and everything does not depend on one pillar. So, the road towards success is full of patience, persistence, luck and opportunities, and in this regard, she reportedly feels fortunate to have worked with Nagarjuna for her projects that contributed to the overall Sonal Chauhan movies list.
Sonal Chauhan Personal Life
Sonal Chauhan is the daughter of Shivani Chauhan and the retired UP police officer, Raghuraj Singh Chauhan. She also has two siblings named Himani and Vikram. She has appeared in TV commercials for Lay’s, Pepsi, Dish TV, Safi and many top brands. Similarly, she has appeared in print advertisements, fashion shows and photoshoots and has been featured on the cover page of popular magazines.
She reportedly maintains fitness by practising yoga, and she also loves to collect shoes and watches. The Sonal Chauhan Instagram account highlights her love for dogs. She is also said to be a religious person who, on the other hand, likes to travel, swim and read books in her free time. She is currently unmarried, but was rumoured to be in a relationship with a few famous personalities, including KL Rahul, Abhimanyu Dasani and Neil Nitin Mukesh. According to the reports, she once had a relationship with Sahil Zaroo.
As per an interview in 2022, Sonal Chauhan was single and had no plans to get married. However, she appreciated getting respect and being comfortable in a relationship, and these qualities were to be supported by kindness and zero arrogance.
Controversies
The word ‘nepotism’ has been in the limelight for years, and the Jannat movie Actress, Sonal Chauhan, is one of the celebrities to break the silence over it. As stated in an interview in 2022, nepotism affected her opportunities.
She reportedly lost good projects as the filmmakers wanted to work with their favourite cast. It was stated amid the filming of one of Sonal Chauhan movies, The Ghost, in Dubai. However, the Jannat movie actress does not believe in crying over something. Rather, she finds persistence and patience the keys to achieving her goals.
Controversy with Sahil Zaroo
She made headlines after allegedly getting slapped by her former boyfriend, Sahil Zaroo. This led to the beginning of the Sonal Chauhan controversy. He also smashed her phone at the airport, while she was about to board her flight to Hyderabad for shooting.
This incident took place after he allegedly sent her inappropriate messages, and she began distancing herself from him. Soon, Zaroo was arrested by the Airport police at Santacruz and accused of causing property damage, trespassing, hurting and insulting a woman’s modesty, which resulted in the Sonal Chauhan controversy. Zaroo also allegedly had an involvement in the Rahul Mahajan Drug case.
Appearance at Wankhede Stadium
The Jannat movie actress recently made headlines after being highlighted by the cameras at the Wankhede stadium. Being a die-hard Mumbai Indians fan, she arrived there to enjoy the live match and little did she know that she was being focused on by the cameras. Soon, she became viral, and the cricket fans light-heartedly considered her an official lucky mascot of the team.
Though this is not a massive Sonal Chauhan controversy, the overall incident seems to be unpleasant for her as she reportedly did not know about getting highlighted. She was also titled as the ‘National Crush’ by one of the IPL fans.
Sonal Chauhan in Jannat 3?
Jannat (2008) has contributed to Sonal Chauhan songs and movies list and provided her with fame. Accordingly, her fans are eager to see her get reunited with Emraan Hashmi in Jannat 3. As stated by him, Jannat 3 is underway, but to make it happen, the makers of the movie need to come together. So, the Jannat 3 movie will be like the new bottle having old wine, according to him.
Moreover, the fans of the Jannat movie actress, Sonal Chauhan, are eager to see her again in the franchise, but her inclusion has not been confirmed yet. On the other hand, producer Mukesh Bhatt confirmed a strong interest in the re-release of the movie and the strong fan following, but nothing is final.
Social Media Presence
Currently, there are 8.1M+ followers of Sonal Chauhan Instagram account, and the Jannat movie actress is busy shaping her modelling career through this platform. Here, she highlights her workout routine, a peek into her real life, modelling photos and brand collaborations. Accordingly, she has collaborated with JourneyLabel, Furaveri Maldives and more. The Sonal Chauhan Instagram account also contains glimpses of her movies, songs and her religious side
Similarly, the Jannat movie actress also has a good fan following on her other social media accounts. The Facebook account has 5.9M+ followers, while the Twitter account has 819.1K+ followers. Content on both of these has been strategically created to support her career as an actress as well as a model.
Why Did She Leave Bollywood?
Sonal Chauhan had no connection to the film industry, and she unexpectedly pursued a career in acting. The Jannat movie actress received immense love and appreciation. However, when she returned after completing her studies, she received a few offers that did not align with her preferences. Some opportunities were nearly secured but were ultimately given to others without clear communication.
One more movie in the Jannat franchise could have added to the Sonal Chauhan songs and movies list, but the ideas were never materialised. She reportedly faced ups and downs in her career and wished there was someone to guide her. She found nepotism and favouritism natural, but what about the real talent that remains unseen? It might not be the only reason for leaving Bollywood, but it surely is one of the reasons that affected her decision.
Awards Won By Sonal Chauhan
The following awards have been won by Sonal Chauhan:
| Year | Title | Award | Category | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2009 |
Nominee |
54th Filmfare Awards |
Best Female Debut |
Jannat |
|
2012 |
Nominee |
Stardust Awards |
Superstar of Tomorrow-Female |
Jannat |
|
2012 |
Nominee |
Stardust Awards |
Breakthrough Performance-Female |
Bbuddah… Hoga Terra Baap |
|
2016 |
Nominee |
Zee Telugu Apsara Awards |
Rising Star of the Year |
Pandaga Chesko and Size Zero |
|
2017 |
Winner |
TSR-TV9 National Film Awards |
Most Promising Actress |
Dictator |
|
2017 |
Winner |
CAMA |
Most Stylish Award |
N/A |
Sonal Chauhan is currently busy with modelling and brand promotions on social media that contribute to her overall income. Her hard work and dedication have taken her from modelling to a star in Indian cinema, and she is an inspiration for the youth. Known for her beauty and bold personality, she is admired by millions of followers on social media. She has already proved her skills in multiple film industries, and her continued dedication to learning new skills can help her reach new heights.
Sonal Chauhan
Birth Date:
16 May 1985
Birth Place:
India
Nationality:
Indian
Occupation:
Model, Actress, Singer
Height:
5’ 7” (170 cm)
Acitive Years
From 2005 - Present
Language:
Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, English
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
Net Worth:
$2 million USD. (Approx)
