Waluscha De Sousa

Waluscha De Sousa (born 28 November 1979[1]) is an Indian actress and model.[2][3][4] She made her debut[5][6] in the 2016 Hindi film Fan.

Waluscha De Sousa
De Sousa graces in GQ Style Awards 2018
Born
Waluscha De Sousa

(1979-11-28) 28 November 1979
Goa, India
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2000–present
Spouse
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(m. 2002; div. 2013)​
Children3

Early life and education

Waluscha De Sousa hails from Goa and is of paternal Portuguese and maternal German descent.[7] She was discovered by famous Indian fashion designer Wendell Rodricks at the age of 16.[8][9]

Waluscha lived by the beach and was an athlete in her growing years. She loves the outdoors and is a complete adventurer. She studied at 'Our Lady of the Rosary' at Dona Paula in Panjim and later completed her graduation at St. Xavier's College, Mapusa.

Career

Waluscha modeled for leading designers in the country and subsequently took part in the Miss India pageant, where she secured herself the "Miss Body Beautiful" title.[10] She did her first TV commercial for Pepsi with Shah Rukh Khan at the age of 17. Years later, she once again featured in a Hyundai commercial with the actor.[11][12] She has also been the face of brands including Jaipur Jewels, L'Oreal,[13] Avon Haircare naturals,[14] Falguni and Shane's new Peacock collection 2016.[15]

In 2016 Waluscha made her debut with Shahrukh Khan's film Fan.

Personal life

She was married to Marc Robinson in Goa. The couple have three children, Chanel Robinson, Brooklyn Robinson and Sienna Robinson. The couple filed for a divorce in 2013.[16][17][18]

Magazine covers

Filmography
Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released
Year Movie Role Language Notes
2016 Fan Bela Khanna Hindi Debut film
2019 Lucifer Dancer Malayalam Cameo
2020 Crackdown Garima Kalra, Zorawar's wife/Mausam Masoud, ISI Agent Hindi Web series released on Voot
2021 Time to Dance Meher
Antim: The Final Truth Chingari
2022 Escaype Live Gia Bose Hindi Web series on Disney+ Hotstar
Tanaav[29] Hindi SonyLIV

Television
Year Show Note(s)
2019 Nach Baliye 9 Host
2021 Indian Pro Music League Host
Bigg Boss 15 Guest

References
  1. "Tinder is not my thing: Waluscha De Sousa". 3 December 2016.
  2. "Waluscha D'Souza showcases a creation by Wendell Rodricks during the Day 6 of the Lakme Fashion Week". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  3. "Waluscha D'Souza walks the ramp during the 5th edition of charity fashion show Ramp for Champs organised by Smile Foundation". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  4. "Waluscha D'souza arrives for Grazia Young Fashion Awards". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  5. "Meet Waluscha De Sousa, Shah Rukh Khan's new leading lady". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  6. "Shah Rukh made me feel comfortable on 'Fan' set: Waluscha De Sousa". The Indian Express. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  7. "Waluscha De Sousa talks about Fan, SRK and being a mother of three". Filmfare.
  8. "Waluscha De Souza: Coming from Goa, dance and music is my veins". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  9. "Meet 'Fan' Girl Waluscha De Sousa, Who's Fabulous At Breaking Stereotypes". HuffPost. Retrieved 11 March 2016.
  10. "Waluscha De Sousa to join Lara Dutta for 'Miss India Universe 2016 hunt". The Indian Express. 24 August 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  11. "SRK is more at ease while shooting an ad: Waluscha De Sousa". Daily News and Analysis. 20 April 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  12. "Meet Shah Rukh Khan's Smoking Hot 'Fan' Co-star Waluscha De Sousa". ABP News. 17 February 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  13. "Jaipur Jewels unveils its new collection in Mumbai". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 August 2015.
  14. "Waluscha De Sousa becomes face of Avon hair care". Business Standard. 6 September 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  15. "Work of art: Waluscha De Sousa's photoshoot is getting painted on canvas". Hindustan Times. 5 August 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  16. "Waluscha De Sousa on her separation from fashion choreographer Marc Robinson". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  17. "Marc robinson and waluscha sousa are getting married in goa". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  18. "MY MARRIAGE MAY HAVE ENDED BUT I'M NOT A CYNIC". Mumbai Mirror. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  19. "Shahrukh's Fan co-star on the cover of FHM!". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
  20. "Waluscha De Sousa on Verve Magazine Cover July 2015 Issue". sabfilmyhai.com. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  21. "Waluscha De Sousa stuns us with her beauty in Harper's Bazaar Cover". blogtobollywood.com. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  22. "Waluscha De Sousa on Travel + Leisure Magazine Cover". boxofficecapsule.com. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  23. "Waluscha De Sousa on Viva Goa Cover". Vivagoa Magazine. Archived from the original on 7 February 2017. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  24. "Waluscha De Sousa on what to expect from her big, fat Bollywood debut". Elle India. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  25. "Meet Shah Rukh Khan's new lady love, Waluscha De Sousa". GQ India. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  26. "Stunning! Waluscha De Sousa graces the latest issue of GQ India". Pinkvilla.com. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  27. "Waluscha de Sousa during Vogue Beauty Awards on July 27, 2016 in Mumbai". The Times of India. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  28. "Guess Who's Back". Man's World. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  29. "'Tanaav,' Indian adaptation of 'Fauda' to stream on Sony LIV from November 11". 18 October 2022 – via www.thehindu.com.
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