Shama Sikander Height Weight Bra Size Age Biography Family Wiki Net Worth, Affairs, Marriage & much more. Shama Sikander (born 4 August 1981) is an Indian actress who is best recognized for her lead roles in TV series like Yeh Meri Life Hai (2003-2005) and groundbreaking web content like the short film Sexaholic and the mini-series Maaya: Slave of Her Desires. On the big screen, Sikander has appeared in numerous Bollywood films, including starting her career with the 1999 Aamir Khan starrer Mann. Her last theatrical release, a Bollywood thriller, Bypass Road was released on 8 November 2019.
Early life
Shama Sikander was born in Makrana, Rajasthan, India, and is the daughter of Gulshan,a housewife and Sikander Gesawat who was a marble supplier and now practices ayurveda. At the age of 9 her family moved to Mumbai, Maharashtra, where she lived together with her younger siblings, Khalid, Rizwan Sikander, and Salma (born 1991). Sikander has mentioned in interviews that her early years in Mumbai were extremely difficult, even commenting that at times “there was no food in the house to feed the family”.
Having moved locations frequently, Sikander attended as many as nine schools in her early life in Makrana and in various parts of Greater Mumbai including Malad, Mumbra, Thane, and Andheri. Following her completion of the 10th grade, and passing the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education examination, Sikander enrolled in the Roshan Taneja School of Acting in Mumbai in 1995, graduating from the course a year later.
Personal life
In 2010 Indian gossip columnist Vicky Lalwani linked Sikander to actor Mimoh Chakraborty – a claim both parties denied.
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In mid-2011 speculation began regarding Sikander’s relationship with India-based American actor / musician Alexx O’Nell. The two were spotted with increasing frequency throughout 2011. Sikander confirmed that they were once in a relationship in an interview with Hindustan Times. Sikander and O’Nell’s relationship was confirmed to be over in January 2015.
In January 2016, it was confirmed that Sikander got engaged to American businessman James Milliron in Dubai, UAE. On 14 March 2022, the couple tied knot in Goa Christian ceremony.
In the media
Sikander’s sex appeal has been picked up on by many sources, focusing on her fitness regimen, diet, and style sense.[
She has been featured in numerous magazine spreads as well as appearing on the cover of GR8! Magazine more than any other actress, three times for the English Edition: March 2010, July 2006, February 2005, as well as at least twice for the Hindi Edition. She also appeared on the cover of Showtime Magazine in December 2011.Sikander was deemed October 2011’s ‘Hottie of the Month’ by Perfect Woman Magazine,[52] and featured in the ‘Perfect Woman Spotlight’ in May 2013 and Zing Magazine’s ‘Travel Diaries’ in March 2013.
Additionally, Sikander has appeared in print and on the ramp supporting various notable fashion labels and designers including Manish Malhotra & Shaina NC,Neeta Lulla, Nisha Jamvwal, the world-renowned Ritu Kumar, as well as her own brand Saisha.[36] In addition to heading the creative development of Saisha’s women’s wear designs, Sikander who has been referred to as a “fashion connoisseur”even reportedly contributed design expertise for the creation of wardrobe for her various projects including the fantastical Baal Veer.
Listing among her activities kickboxing, power yoga and dance, Sikander has commented “fitness has always been an integral part of my daily routine … I ensure that I work out everyday for at least an hour … eat right and think positive.”
Sikander’s hobbies, including the violin, photography and most recently abstract painting, often feature in media coverage.
The actress is also said to be multi-lingual, speaking six languages including Hindi, English, Urdu, Gujarati, Marathi and Marwadi (of her native Rajasthan).
Shama Sikander Measurements Height Weight Bra Size Age
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Shama Sikander Gesawat |
| Profession(s) | Actress, Model |
| Famous For | Playing the role of Pooja in the television show Ye Meri Life Hai (2003-2005) |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 168 cm in meters– 1.68 m in feet & inches– 5’ 6” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 60 kg in pounds– 132 lbs |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 30-28-34 |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film: Prem Aggan (1998) as Pooja TV Show: Yeh Meri Life Hai (2003-2005) as Pooja TV Reality Show: Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena (2008) |
| Awards | • In 2004, she won the GR8 Face of the Year at Indian Television Academy Awards. • In 2004, she won the award for Best Debut at Indian Television Academy Awards. • In 2005, she won Critics’ Choice: Best Actress at 12th Lions Gold Awards. • In 2005, she won Best Face of Sony TV. • In 2017, she won Fitness Diva at Perfect Achievers Award. • In 2019, she won the Most Beautiful Woman of the Year at Aspiring She. • In 2019, she won Style Icon of the Year at International Quality Awards. • In 2019, she won Most Promising Actor at Black Swan Awards, Asia One. |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 4 August 1981 (Tuesday) |
| Age (as of 2021) | 40 Years |
| Birthplace | Makrana, Rajasthan |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Makrana, Rajasthan |
| School | She attended nine schools. |
| College/University | Roshan Taneja School of Acting, Mumbai (1995) |
| Educational Qualification | She did graduation at Roshan Taneja School of Acting, Mumbai in 1995. |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Dancing, Painting |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | • Alexx O’Nell (2011-2015) • James Milliron |
| Marriage Date | 14 March 2022 |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | James Milliron |
| Parents | Father– Sikander Gesawat (marble supplier) Mother– Gulshan (homemaker) |
| Siblings | Brother– 2 • Khalid Sikander • Rizwan Sikander Sister– Salma Sikander |
| Favourites | |
| Actor(s) | Meryl Streep, Daniel Day-Lewis |
| Actress | Deepika Padukone |
| Film(s) | Bollywood– Black (2005), Queen (2013), Mr. India (1987) Hollywood– Gangs of New York (2002), Titanic (1997), Phantom Thread (2017) |
| Colour(s) | Black, Red, White |
| Drink | Red Wine |
| Cuisine(s) | Italian, Moroccan, Turkish |
| Holiday destination(s) | Switzerland, Greece |
| Social Media |
Filmography
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Prem Aggan | Pooja | |
| 1999 | Mann | Kamini | |
| 2012 | Ansh: The Deadly Part | Kusum | |
| 2003 | Basti | ||
| 2018 | Dhoom Dadakka | Jiya | |
| 2008 | Contract | Special appearances in “Maula Khair Kare” | |
| 2016 | Sexaholic | Riya | Shortfilm |
| 2019 | Bypass Road | Sarah |
Television
| Year | Show | Role | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2005 | Yeh Meri Life Hai | Pooja | Sony TV | |
| 2005 | Batliwala House No. 43 | Herself | Sony TV | Celebrity Guest |
| 2006 | C.I.D. | Minakshi | Sony TV | Ep. “Secret of the Code No. 571 E 1115” |
| 2007 | Jodee Kamaal Ki | Herself | Star Plus | Ep. Raksha Bandhan Special |
| 2007 | Popkorn Newz | Herself | Zoom | Host |
| 2008 | Kaajjal | Chameli | Sony TV | Cameo appearance |
| 2009 | Man Mein Hai Visshwas | Rukhsana | Sony TV | Single Episode Appearance |
| 2010-2011 | Seven | Shunyaa | Sony TV | |
| 2012–2014 | Baal Veer | Bhali Pari later changed to Bhayankar Pari since she was not chosen as Rani Pari | SAB TV | Last seenEpisode (396) |
Music Videos
| Year | Song Title | Album | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Raat chandani | Saaun di jhadi | |
| 2001 | Mehfil Mitran Di Babbu Maan | Saaun di jhadi | |
| 2002 | Baje Jo Bansi Thama Karo | Tere Bina | |
| 2002 | Kabhi Mausam Hua Resham | Tere Bina | |
| 2020 | Majnu Remix | N/A | |
| 2021 | Hawa Karda | Hawa Karda |
Web Series
| Year | Title | Role | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Maaya | Sonia Arora | VB on the Web | Marseille Web Fest Official Selection 2017 |
| 2018 | Ab Dil Ki Sunn | multiple | YouTube | Producer also |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Presenter | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Best Actress in a Lead Role | Indian Telly Awards | Nominated |
| 2004 | Fresh New Face | Indian Telly Awards | |
| 2004 | GR8 Face of the Year | Indian Television Academy Awards | Won |
| 2004 | Best Debut | Indian Television Academy Awards | |
| 2005 | Critics’ Choice: Best Actress | 12th Lions Gold Awards | |
| 2005 | Best Face | Sony TV | |
| 2017 | Official Selection – Maaya | Marseille Web Fest | Nominated |
| 2017 | Fitness Diva | Perfect Achievers Award | Won |
| 2019 | Most Beautiful Woman of the Year | Aspiring She | Won |
| 2019 | Style Icon of the Year | International Quality Awards | Won |
| 2019 | Most Promising Actor | Black Swan Awards, Asia One | Won |
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