Shibani Dandekar is an Indo-Australian model, singer, anchor, VJ and actress. He rose to fame when he hosted the Indian Premier League (IPL) from 2011 to 2015.
Wiki/Biography
Shibani Dandekar was born on 27 August 1981 (age 40 years; in 2021) in Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Shibani Dandekar (left) with her sister Anusha Dandekar (right)
He was born to Indian parents and spent most of his childhood in London, Africa, and later, in Kingsgrove, New South Wales, a suburb of Sydney, Australia.
Shibani Dandekar (left) with her sister Anusha Dandekar (right)
Growing up, he had a particular interest in music and sports. He, together with his brothers, established a music group called D-Major. After completing her studies, she moved to New York, where she did modeling and hosting. His life changed when he got an opportunity to host an event called An Evening With Shah Rukh Khan In Atlantic City, which gave him the much-needed success he was looking for. Since then, he has not looked back.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx): 55 kg
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Black
Figure Measurements (approx): 32-26-32
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Shibani was born into a Marathi Chitpavan Brahmin family with roots in Pune. She is the second eldest daughter of Shashidhar Dandekar and Sulabha Dandekar.
Shibani Dandekar with her family
Popular VJ, Anusha Dandekar, is his younger sister, while, Apeksha Dandekar is his older sister.
Shibani Dandekar (left) with Anusha Dandekar (centre) and Apeksha Dandekar (right)
Husband
On February 19, 2022, she married her boyfriend Farhan Akhtar.
Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar wedding pictures
Relationships/Affairs
According to reports, she dated Keith Sequeira when they co-hosted AXN’s Men 2.0 in 2010. Interestingly, Shibani and Rochelle Rao co-hosted IPL for a while and Keith married Rochelle in 2018.
Shibani Dandekar with Keith Sequeira
In 2015, she participated in Zee TV’s I Can Do That, where Shibani and Dino Morea surprised everyone by kissing each other in front of everyone, which was a pre-planned move. Interestingly, it was Farhan Akhtar who hosted the show at that time.
Shibani Dandekar kisses Dino Morea during a reality show
In August 2018, on the occasion of her 38th birthday, Farhan Akhtar confessed his love for her after he posted an Instagram story and wrote, “Happy birthday Shibani Dandekar.” Shibani gave the first hint of their love when she shared the same on her Instagram story, and wrote, “Thank you @faroutakhtar.”
Farhan Akhtar’s Instagram story
In September 2018, she sparked curiosity when she posted a romantic photo of herself, holding the hand of someone with a rear view, who could be assumed to be Farhan Akhtar. From there, they continued to share pictures of themselves together. Moreover, this couple has also been seen together in various places and displayed their love in public.
Shibani Dandekar with Farhan Akhtar
Career
Shibani has always been fascinated by the world of glamour. In 2001, he moved from Australia to New York and initially hosted several shows such as Namaste America, V Desi, and Asian Variety Show. In addition to hosting, he also modeled for a while. It was his hosting skills on An Evening With Shah Rukh Khan In Atlantic City, which gave him much-needed success and recognition.
When he came to India, he continued his journey as a host with shows like AXN’s Men 2.0, The Stage, Style And The City and Top Model India. He also participated in reality shows like Khatron Ke Khiladi and Jhalak Dikhla Ja. However, he rose to fame after co-hosting the Indian Premier League (IPL) for 5 years.
Shibani Dandekar in IPL
Her first screen appearance was in Ravi Jadhav’s Marathi film Timepass (2014); as an item girl.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laxTMBuqZPY
The following year, he made his Bollywood debut with the romantic-thriller Roy (2015), in which he played the role of Jacqueline Fernandez’s friend Zoya.
Shibani Dandekar with Jacqueline Fernandez during the making of Roy
Controversy
In February 2018, he was heavily criticized on social media after posting a shirtless photo on his Instagram.
Favorite Things
- Food: Seafood, Chocolate Cake, Burger, Pizza
Shibani Dandekar is eating a burger
- Restaurant: Aoi in Mumbai
- Vacation Destinations: Sydney, London, New York
Facts
- He is an avid dog lover.
Shibani Dandekar, a dog lover
- He is a frequent traveler.
- He is a good singer and dancer who has expertise in Western & Indian styles in both dancing and singing.
- He is a fitness enthusiast. Gym and Yoga are part of her daily routine.
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