Our very own Devasena aka Anushka Shetty celebrates her 38th birthday today. One of the biggest names in down South, Anushka became a household name after starring in the Baahubali franchise. But, there are a few things that not many people know about her.
So, here we bring you the list of some of the unknown facts about Anushka Shetty…
The Real Name
We all know her as Anushka Shetty, but well, that’s not her real name. Like many other actors and actresses in the industry, she chose Anushka as her screen name, but the actress’ real name is Sweety Shetty. Well, we like the name Sweety Shetty, we wonder why she chose to change it for the big screen.
Yoga Trainer
Anushka doesn’t have a zero figure like many actresses in the industry. But well, she is quite fit and we are sure it would surprise you if we tell you that she was a yoga trainer. Before becoming an actress, Anushka was a yoga trainer and she herself was trained by famous yoga instructor Bharat Thakur.
An Educated Actress
Most of the actors and actresses in the film industry are not much educated as their plan is to prove their mettle on the big screen. But you will be surprised to know that Anushka Shetty has a degree in Bachelor of Computer Applications.
Bollywood Debut
While we have seen Anushka in Hindi dubbed films, she is yet to make her proper Bollywood debut. However, back in 2015, the actress was all set to enter B-Town with a movie titled Juvenile which was to be directed by E Niwas. But unfortunately, the film didn’t happen.
One Of The Highest Paid Actresses
With some of the biggest hits Down South, Anushka Shetty surely has a huge fan following now. So, the filmmakers too don’t mind paying her a whopping amount. Reportedly, the actress charges Rs 5 crore per film.
Mukerji parts ways with YRF’s Dhoom 4 after reported creative disagreements.
Decision said to be amicable, with Aditya Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor supportive.
Director shifts focus to Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, expected to begin filming in 2026.
Filmmaker steps away from YRF’s action franchise
Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has stepped away from Yash Raj Films’ (YRF) highly anticipated action project Dhoom 4, reportedly due to creative differences. According to Bollywood Hungama, Mukerji’s vision for the film did not align with the studio’s direction, prompting him to withdraw from the project.
Mukerji, who was in discussions to direct the next instalment of the hit franchise—expected to star Ranbir Kapoor—was said to have limited control over the script, which was reportedly written by Shridhar Raghavan. The director, best known for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Brahmastra, was keen on shaping the film creatively rather than simply executing an existing plan.
A source quoted in the report said, “Ayan didn’t have much say in the screenplay and didn’t want to embark on another journey of just execution.”
Amicable parting after discussions with Aditya Chopra
Before stepping away, Mukerji is believed to have held several discussions with YRF head Aditya Chopra and actor Ranbir Kapoor. Both reportedly supported his decision, with insiders describing the split as “completely amicable.”
The director’s departure does not mark the end of Dhoom 4, as YRF plans to continue with the project under a new director. The studio may also reconsider casting options, despite earlier reports that Ranbir Kapoor had set aside dates for the film.
Focus returns to the Brahmastra universe
Following his exit from Dhoom 4, Mukerji has shifted attention back to his passion project—the Brahmastra series. The filmmaker is currently developing Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, the sequel to the 2022 fantasy epic.
The film, initially expected to begin production earlier, is now likely to go on floors in 2026. Sources suggest Mukerji intends to expand the Astraverse with more depth in storytelling, combining elements of mythology, drama, and spectacle.
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