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  2. After graduation from Ethiraj College for Women, Kasthuri won Miss Chennai in 1992. In the same year, she won the Femina Miss Madras beauty pageant too. While studying in college, she started her career in modelling over interest in the domain. [3]

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    Kasthuri Shankar was born on Tuesday, 15 June 1976 (age 47 years; as of 2023) in Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India. Her zodiac sign is Gemini. She graduated from Ethiraj College For Women, Chennai.

    Height (approx.):5′ 8″ Weight (approx.):60 kg Hair Colour: Dark Brown Eye Colour: Dark Brown Body Measurements (approx.): 34-30-34

    Parents

    Her father, P. S. Shankar, was an engineer, who attended IIT, while her mother, Sumathi Shankar, was a lawyer.

    Husband & Children

    Kasthuri Shankar got married to Ravikumar, a doctor, in 2000. She has a son named Sankalp Ravikumar and a daughter named Shobini Ravikumar, who is a leukaemia survivor.

    While participating in a debate regarding language row in Tamil Nadu, Kasthuri Shankar revealed that she considers herself both Brahmin and Shudra. She specifically highlighted her connection to the Shudra community and said “I am a proud Shudra.” NDTV

    Model

    Kasthuri Shankar was crowned Miss Chennai in 1992. In the same year, she won the Femina Miss Madras beauty pageant.

    Kasthuri Shankar is known for her candid discussions on various subjects, particularly social issues, which frequently spark controversies and provoke debates. In 2017, her scepticism about Rajinikanth‘s capabilities as a potential politician drew backlash from his fans. In 2018, she openly criticized Rajinikanth’s lack of understanding regarding t...

    She also goes by the name ‘Kasturi.’
    Kasthuri has been a sports enthusiast since childhood. As a testament to her skills, she became a state-level hockey champion.Kasthuri Shankar’s childhood picture
    She actively participated in various National Cadet Corps (NCC) activities during her school and college days. She once attended the National Cadet Corps Republic Day Camp in Delhi.
    During her college years, Kasthuri discovered a keen interest in fashion. She eagerly participated in numerous fashion shows, paving the way for her future in the industry.
    Kasthuri has a passion for cooking, and she often showcases her culinary talents on social media.
    She is a foodie who embraces a wholesome vegetarian lifestyle.
  3. The year Kasthuri graduated from Ethiraj College for Women, she was crowned Miss Chennai. She also took home the title of Femina Miss Madras in the same year. She began her modeling career while still a college student since she was interested in the industry.

    • Actress, Model
    • 15/06/1976
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    • Kasthuri Shankar
  4. 1992 • Miss Chennai • Femina Miss Madras Debut Film • Tamil: Aatha Un Koyilile (1991) as 'Kasthuri' • Malayalam: Chakravarthy (1991) as 'Praseetha' • Telugu: Gang War (1992) as 'Kaveri' • Kannada: Jaana (1994) as 'Kasturi'

  5. Mar 13, 2024 · Kasthuri's journey began at Ethiraj College for Women, where she not only secured her degree but also achieved the prestigious title of Miss Chennai in 1992. While still navigating the corridors of academia, she ventured into the modelling scene, displaying her talent and beauty on various platforms.

  6. In 1992, she won both the Miss Chennai title and the Femina Miss Madras beauty pageant. Her modeling career flourished, and she also became a finalist in the BBC’s Mastermind India 2000 quiz. Kasthuri’s acting career started in 1991 with the film “Aatha Un Koyilile.”

  7. Mar 17, 2024 · Kasthuri Shankar Biography. Kasthuri Shankar is an Indian actress, model, and television personality known for her work predominantly in Tamil cinema and television. Born on December 21, 1976, in Chennai, India, she made her acting debut in the 1991 Tamil film “Aatha Un Koyilile.”.