Sanchita
Fans and the entertainment industry were left reeling in massive shock as news of Sidharth Shukla’s demise hit the headlines.
The heartthrob passed away today (2 Sept 2021) at the age of 40 after suffering a heart attack in the morning. He is survived by mother Rita Shukla and 2 elder sisters.
From Balika Vadhu, Bigg Boss to Broken But Beautiful 3…. Sidharth has been one of the most popular celebs in the industry. Did you know before stepping into the showbiz and modelling, he wanted to be an interior designer?
Take a look at Sidharth Shukla’s Biography –
Networth:
If this report is to be believed, Sidharth Shuklas’ networth in 2021 is estimated to be around 22 crores. The portal also reported that he charged 40 lakhs per brand endorsement. His annual income was allegedly over 1 crore.
Birthdate:
12 December 1980
Birth Place:
Mumbai, Hometown Allahabad
Parents:
Ashok Shukla, Rita Shukla
Religion:
Hinduism
Caste:
Brahmin
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
Education:
He studied at St. Xavier’s High School, Fort, Mumbai. He also has a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Rachana Sansad School of Interior Design.
TV Debut:
He entered the television space as the lead in Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na. But he shot to fame with Balika Vadhu. Sid has also starred in shows like Jaane Pehchaane Se… Ye Ajnabbi and Dil Se Dil Tak.
He was also a contestant in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6 and had emerged as a winner on shows like Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7 and Bigg Boss 13.
Bollywood Debut:
Sidharth made his Bollywood debut in the rom-com Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, starring Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan.
Web Debut:
Sid had entered the OTT space opposite Sonia Rathee in Broken But Beautiful 3! He played the role of Agastya Rao.
Relationships:
He was rumoured to be in a relationship with Bigg Boss 13 co-contestant Shehnaaz Gill. Fans affectionately shipped them as ‘SidNaaz’. He was also often linked to Rashami Desai, Arti Singh, Pavitra Punia too.
Awards:
Gladrags Manhunt Contest – World’s Best Model
2013 ITA Awards – GR8! Performer of the Year (Male) for Balika Vadhu
2013 Zee Gold awards – Best Actor (Popular) for Balika Vadhu
2014 Zee Gold Awards – Most Fit Actor (Male)
2015 Stardust Awards – Breakthrough Supporting Performance (Male) for Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania
2020 Gold Awards – Style Icon of Television Industry (Male), Style Icon of Social Media (Male)
We offer our condolences to his family. May Sidharth Shukla rest in peace! Truly, gone too soon…
