Who Is Genelia D'Souza? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on August 5, 1987, Genelia D'Souza is a celebrated Indian actress and model known for her work in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil films. With an impressive career that spans over two decades, Genelia gained fame with her debut film "Tujhe Meri Kasam" in 2003, and her popularity soared with hits like "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na" and "Bommarillu." In 2025, Genelia continues to charm audiences with her versatile acting skills and charismatic personality.
| Occupation | Martial Artist |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 5, 1987 |
| Age | 37 Years |
| Birth Place | Bombay, Maharashtra, India |
| Horoscope | Leo |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Genelia D'Souza's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Genelia stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 6 inches (167 cm) and her weight is around 52 kg (114.6 lbs). Her body measurements are reported to be 34-24-34. Known for her healthy lifestyle, she often emphasizes the importance of fitness and well-being.
In June 2010, she was the subject of a controversy, when a Tamil daily reported that she had attended the controversial 2010 IIFA Awards in Colombo.
Several Hindi film actors and the South Indian film industry had boycotted the event, over the alleged killing of Tamilian civilians at the height of the conflict between the Sri Lanka Army and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in 2009.
The rumours of her visit to Colombo started after her friend Ritesh Deshmukh was seen at the festival in Colombo. Immediately, various Tamil groups and Kollywood associations demanded her films to be banned.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Genelia D'Souza is married to Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh, and the couple has been together since their marriage in 2012. They have two children together, a son named Riaan and a younger son named Rahyl. While there may be significant public interest in her relationship status, it's clear that Genelia finds happiness in her family life.
Born in Bombay, India D'Souza is a Mangalorean Catholic. She was raised in the Bandra suburb of Bombay. Her mother, Jeanette D'Souza, was a managing director of the Pharma Multinational Corporation. She left her job in 2004 to help D'Souza with her career. Her father, Neil D'Souza, is a senior official with Tata Consultancy Services.
She also has a younger brother, Nigel D'Souza, who works with the Bombay Stock Exchange. According to D'Souza, her name means "rare" or "unique", and is a portmanteau of Jeanette and Neil, her mother and father's names. She is also often informally referred to as Geenu, her nickname.
D'Souza studied at the Apostolic Carmel High School in Bandra and later joined St. Andrew's College in Bandra to pursue her bachelor's degree of Management Studies. She completed her degree while shooting for her first film, Tujhe Meri Kasam in 2003 and initially thought that an MNC job would suit her.
D'Souza liked sports and studies in college, and was a state level athlete, sprinter, and a national level football player.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Genelia D'Souza's estimated net worth is around $8 million. Her earnings come from various sources, including her film roles, brand endorsements, and entrepreneurial ventures. With a successful career in the entertainment industry, she has managed to maintain a stable financial status.
Career, Business and Investments
Genelia D'Souza has a rich filmography, showing her versatility across multiple film industries in India. Besides acting, she has also ventured into business. Her line of work includes a clothing brand and several endorsements, further contributing to her wealth. In 2025, Genelia is expected to make a comeback on screen with new projects that will delight her fans across the globe.
After gaining attention in a Parker Pen commercial with Amitabh Bachchan, D'Souza began her acting career with the Hindi film Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003), and earned recognition in the Tamil film Boys, the same year. D'Souza received the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu for portraying a bubbly girl in the romantic comedy Bommarillu (2006).
She earned praises for her portrayal in the 2008 romantic comedies Santosh Subramaniam and Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na.
D'Souza went onto appear in such commercially successful films—Masti (2004), Sye (2004), Sachein (2005), Happy (2006), Dhee (2007), Ready (2008), Katha (2009), Urumi (2011), Force (2011), Velayudham (2011) and Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya (2012).
Social Network
Genelia D'Souza is quite active on social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. With millions of followers, she shares glimpses of her family life, personal interests, and professional updates, effectively engaging her audience. Her social media presence aids in connecting with fans while promoting her brand collaborations.
D'Souza's professional film career began, with her Hindi film debut Tujhe Meri Kasam in 2003. Film critic Taran Adarsh noted, "D'Souza is a wonderful performer. She catches you unaware with a performance that's natural to the core." The film was a box–office success. However, it could not do much to propel her career in Hindi cinema.
Later, she decided to act in South Indian films. The same year, she made her Tamil debut as the teenage girl Harini in Boys, a story about 5 teenagers having stereotypical teen–boy fantasies. The movie, though noted for its vulgar sexual content, was a box–office success, and subsequently she started receiving Telugu film offers.
She left Tamil cinema for a while to concentrate on the Telugu film industry. She made her Telugu debut in 2003 as a medical student in Satyam. Sify noted in their review that, "D'Souza is excellent as her body language is her major asset." The film was well received, and it raised her profile in the Telugu film industry.
Education
Genelia pursued her education at St. Andrew's College in Mumbai, where she completed her Bachelor of Management Studies. Her academic background, combined with her innate talent, has played a significant role in her successful acting career.
D'Souza did her first modelling assignment at the age of 15, the result of being spotted as the bridesmaid at a wedding. She was selected for the Parker Pen commercial with Amitabh Bachchan, just two days before her exams, and had to shoot the next day.
Initially, she refused, because of her exam the next day, but the director persuaded D'Souza to shoot for the commercial. She gained wide attention from the Parker Pen commercial with Amitabh Bachchan, who said "she was good, and her expressions were spontaneous".
She further did a Fair & Lovely 2003 Cricket World Cup advertisement with cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth.
