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

(1981-11-28) 28 November 1981 (age 42)
Goa, India
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2000–present
Spouse
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(m. 2002; div. 2013)​
Children3

Waluscha De Sousa (born 28 November 1981)[1] is an Indian actress and model.[2][3][4] She made her debut in the 2016 Hindi film Fan, in which she starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan.[5][6][7][8]

Early life and education

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Waluscha De Sousa hails from Goa and is of paternal Portuguese and maternal German descent.[9] She was discovered by fashion designer Wendell Rodricks at the age of 16.[10][11]

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

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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.[12] 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.[13][14] She has also been the face of brands including Jaipur Jewels, L'Oreal,[15] Avon Haircare naturals,[16] Falguni and Shane's new Peacock collection 2016.[17]

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

Personal life

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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.[18][19][20]

Magazine covers

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Filmography

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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[8][31] 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[32] Hindi SonyLIV
2024 Karmma Calling Dolly Bhatia Hindi Web series released on Disney+ Hotstar
Crackdown 2[33] Garima Kalra Hindi Web series released on OTT

Television

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

References

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  1. ^ Anand. "पति को पहले ही तलाक दे चुकी हैं ये 5 अभिनेत्रियां, दिखने में ऐसे जैसे शादी हुई ही नहीं". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 13 December 2023.
  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. ^ "Tinder is not my thing: Waluscha De Sousa". 3 December 2016. Archived from the original on 8 April 2022.
  7. ^ "Shah Rukh made me feel comfortable on 'Fan' set: Waluscha De Sousa". The Indian Express. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  8. ^ a b "Waluscha De Sousa recalls working with SRK in Fan: He is so charismatic | Exclusive". India Today. 29 June 2023. Retrieved 13 December 2023.
  9. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa talks about Fan, SRK and being a mother of three". Filmfare.
  10. ^ "Waluscha De Souza: Coming from Goa, dance and music is my veins". The Times of India. 10 April 2015. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  11. ^ "Meet 'Fan' Girl Waluscha De Sousa, Who's Fabulous At Breaking Stereotypes". HuffPost. 11 March 2016. Retrieved 11 March 2016.
  12. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa to join Lara Dutta for 'Miss India Universe 2016 hunt". The Indian Express. 24 August 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  13. ^ "SRK is more at ease while shooting an ad: Waluscha De Sousa". Daily News and Analysis. 20 April 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  14. ^ "Meet Shah Rukh Khan's Smoking Hot 'Fan' Co-star Waluscha De Sousa". ABP News. 17 February 2016. Archived from the original on 18 August 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  15. ^ "Jaipur Jewels unveils its new collection in Mumbai". The Times of India. 21 August 2015. Retrieved 21 August 2015.
  16. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa becomes face of Avon hair care". Business Standard. 6 September 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  17. ^ "Work of art: Waluscha De Sousa's photoshoot is getting painted on canvas". Hindustan Times. 5 August 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  18. ^ Reddy, Sujata (30 September 2015). "Waluscha De Sousa on her separation from fashion choreographer Marc Robinson". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  19. ^ "Marc robinson and waluscha sousa are getting married in goa". The Times of India. 30 January 2002. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  20. ^ "MY MARRIAGE MAY HAVE ENDED BUT I'M NOT A CYNIC". Mumbai Mirror. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  21. ^ "Shahrukh's Fan co-star on the cover of FHM!". Pinkvilla. Archived from the original on 4 April 2016. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
  22. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on Verve Magazine Cover July 2015 Issue". sabfilmyhai.com. Archived from the original on 26 March 2016. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  23. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa stuns us with her beauty in Harper's Bazaar Cover". blogtobollywood.com. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  24. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on Travel + Leisure Magazine Cover". boxofficecapsule.com. Retrieved 29 February 2016.[dead link]
  25. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on Viva Goa Cover". Vivagoa Magazine. Archived from the original on 7 February 2017. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  26. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on what to expect from her big, fat Bollywood debut". Elle India. Archived from the original on 6 October 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  27. ^ "Meet Shah Rukh Khan's new lady love, Waluscha De Sousa". GQ India. Archived from the original on 8 September 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  28. ^ "Stunning! Waluscha De Sousa graces the latest issue of GQ India". Pinkvilla.com. Retrieved 26 September 2016.[permanent dead link]
  29. ^ "Waluscha de Sousa during Vogue Beauty Awards on July 27, 2016 in Mumbai". The Times of India. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  30. ^ "Guess Who's Back". Man's World. Archived from the original on 25 June 2018. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  31. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on 'Crackdown 2': Season 2 is much bigger, better, fiery, and fierce". The Times of India. 20 May 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 13 December 2023.
  32. ^ "'Tanaav,' Indian adaptation of 'Fauda' to stream on Sony LIV from November 11". The Hindu. 18 October 2022 – via www.thehindu.com.
  33. ^ "Waluscha De Sousa on 'Crackdown 2': Season 2 is much bigger, better, fiery, and fierce".
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