Who is Shehnaaz Gill?

Shehnaaz Gill, born on January 27, 1993 or 1994, is an Indian actress, model and singer, known for her work in television, film and music videos. She gained widespread popularity after participating in the reality show Bigg Boss 13 in 2019, where she was the second runner-up. Her bubbly personality and natural charm have made her a fan favorite in the entertainment industry. She is also known by her nickname Sana.

Personal Information

Full Name	Shehnaaz Kaur Gill
Nickname	Sana
Date of Birth	27 January 1993 (Age: 31)
Place of Birth	Punjab, India
Nationality	Indian
Religion	Sikhism
Ethnicity	Punjabi
Hometown	Punjab, India

Education

School	Dalhousie Hilltop School, Dalhousie
College	Lovely Professional University,Phagwara
Degree	Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Profession	Actress, Model, Singer
Years Active	2015–present

Known For

• Bigg Boss 13 (Reality Show, 2019)

• Honsla Rakh (Punjabi Film, 2021)

• Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (Hindi Film, 2023)

• Thank You for Coming (Hindi Film, 2023)

Additional Details

• Hobbies: Acting and Singing

• Awards and Recognitions: Times Top 20 Most Desirable Women on TV (2019, 2020), ET Inspiring Women Awards (2021), Filmfare digital cover (2021)

Early Life

Shehnaaz Gill was born and raised in a Punjabi Sikh family in Punjab, India. She was passionate about acting and singing from a young age. She completed her schooling from Dalhousie Hilltop School in Dalhousie and earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Lovely Professional University in Phagwara, Punjab.

Career Beginning

Shehnaaz Gill began her career in the entertainment industry as a model in 2015, making her debut in the music video of “Shiv Di Kitaab”. Following her debut appearance, she featured in several other Punjabi music videos such as “Majhe Di Jatti” and “Pindaan Diyan Kudiyaan” in 2016 and “Yeh Baby Refix” with Garry Sandhu in 2018.

In 2017, she entered the Punjabi film industry with her acting debut in Sat Shri Akaal England. This was followed by roles in other Punjabi films such as Kala Shah Kala and Daaka in 2019.

Rise to Fame

Bigg Boss 13 and Further Success Gill’s big breakthrough came in 2019 when she joined the cast of the reality TV show Bigg Boss 13. Her charismatic and genuine personality made her a great contestant, leading her to secure the second runner-up spot when the show concluded in February 2020. While she was on Bigg Boss, she released her first single, “Veham”, followed by other songs such as “Sidewalk”, “Range” and “Ronda Ali Peti”

.After Bigg Boss 13, Gill participated in another reality show, *Mujhse Shaadi Karoge*, but it was terminated shortly after due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gill continued to release several popular music videos including “Bhula Dunga”, “Keh Gayi Sorry”, “Kurta Pajama”, “Wada Hai”, “Shona Shona” and “Fly”. Her career in music videos showcased her versatility as an artist and her growing fan base.

Film career

In 2021, Shehnaaz Gill starred in the Punjabi film HauSla Rakh alongside renowned actor Diljit Dosanjh. Her performance received positive reviews and further solidified her place in the Punjabi film industry.

Gill made her Hindi film debut in 2023 with Kiski Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan produced by Bollywood star Salman Khan and also appeared in Thank You For Coming produced by Rhea Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor.

Recognitions and Awards

Shehnaaz Gill is recognized for her impact on the Indian television and entertainment industry. She was ranked 13th and 11th in the Times Top 20 Most Desirable Women on TV in 2019 and 2020 respectively. In 2021, she was featured on the digital cover of *Filmfare* and was awarded the title of “Promising Fresh Face” at the ET Inspiring Women Awards.

Filmography

Films

• 2017: *Sat Shri Akaal England – Role: Sonia Khanna

• 2019: *Kala Shah Kala* – Role: Taro, *Daka* – Role: Pushpa

• 2021: *Haunsla Rakh* – Role: Sweety

• 2023: *Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan* – Role: Sukun, *Thank You For Coming* – Role: Rushi Kalra

• 2024: *Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video* – Special Appearance in Song “Sajna Ve Sajna”, *Sab First Class* – (Filming)

Television

• 2019-2020: *Bigg Boss 13* – Contestant, Finished as 2nd Runner-up

•2020: *Mujhse Shaadi Karoge* – Contestant, *Shaandaar Sunday* – Guest Role

Music Videos

Gill 2015-Now Till date she has appeared in several music videos in which she has worked with various artists from Punjabi and Bollywood music. Some of her popular music videos include:

• 2015: “Shiv Di Kitaab” by Gurvinder Brar.

• 2016: “Majhe Di Jatti” by Kanwar Chahal.

• 2018: “Yeh Baby Refix” by Garry Sandhu.

• 2020: “Bhula Dunga” by Darshan Raval, “Keh Gayi Sorry” by Jassi Gill

• 2021: “Fly” by Badshah and Amit Uchana.

• 2024: “Dhoop Lagdi” by Aniket Shukla, Udhar.

Notable singles

Gill has also released several singles showcasing her talent as a singer:

• 2019: “Veham” by Laddi Gill.

• 2020: “Sidewalk” by Harj Nagra.

• 2021: “Yaheen Hai” by Tu Raj Ranjodh

• 2022: “Ghani Sayani” with MC Square

Conclusion

Shehnaaz Kaur Gill has had a successful career in many aspects of the Indian entertainment industry, from modelling to television, film, and music. Her journey from a young Punjabi girl dreaming of stardom to a popular celebrity in Bollywood and beyond continues to inspire her fans across the world.

Shehnaaz Kaur Gill FAQ

1. What is Shehnaaz Kaur Gill’s age?

• Shehnaaz was born on January 27, 1993, she is 30 years old.

2. Where was Shehnaaz Kaur Gill born?

• She was born in Punjab, India.

3. What is Shehnaaz Gill known for?

• She is known for her work as an actress, model, and singer. She gained fame through her appearance in *Bigg Boss 13* and her roles in Punjabi and Hindi films such as *HauSla Rakh* and *Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan*.

4. What was Shehnaaz’s breakthrough role?

• She became widely recognized after participating in *Bigg Boss 13* in 2019, where she was the second runner-up.

5. Has Shehnaaz Kaur Gill studied acting?

No, she completed her Bachelor of Commerce degree from Lovely Professional University. She independently developed passion for acting and singing and started her career through music videos.

6. What was her debut in the Punjabi film industry?

• She made her acting debut in 2017 with the Punjabi film *Sat Shri Akaal England*.

7. Has Shehnaaz released any music?

• Yes, Shehnaaz has sung and released songs such as “Veham”, “Sidewalk” and “Ronda Ali Peti”. She also appears in music videos, collaborating with popular singers.

8. What are the notable Hindi films of Shehnaaz Gill?

• She made her Hindi film debut with *Ki Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan* in 2023, followed by *Thank You For Coming* in the same year.

9. What awards has Shehnaaz Kaur Gill won?

• She was honoured as a “Promising Fresh Face” at the ET Inspiring Women Awards in 2021 and was ranked among Times’ Top 20 Most Desirable Women on TV.

10. What is Shehnaaz Kaur Gill’s Instagram handle?

• You can find her on Instagram under the handle [@shehnaazgill]