Biography
Who is Jacqueline Fernandez?
Early life and education
Jacqueline Fernandez was born on August 11, 1985, in Manama, Bahrain. She grew up in a multi-ethnic family, with her father being a musician from Sri Lanka and her mother originating from Malaysia and Canada. She is the youngest of four children and has one sister and two brothers. Her early education took place at Sacred Heart School in Bahrain.
After finishing her schooling, Jacqueline Fernandez moved to Australia to study mass communication at the University of Sydney. Upon graduation, she returned to Sri Lanka and worked briefly as a television reporter. She also attended the Berlitz school of languages to learn Spanish and improve her French and Arabic skills.
Pageantry and modelling
Before entering the film industry, Jacqueline Fernandez worked in modelling. Her career in pageantry reached a high point in 2006 when she won the Miss Universe Sri Lanka crown. Following this victory, she represented her home country at the Miss Universe 2006 pageant held in Los Angeles.
The modelling industry served as a training ground for her, helping her gain confidence and shed inhibitions. During this period, she also appeared in a music video for the song "O Sathi" by Bathiya, Santhush, and Umaria Sinhawansa before transitioning fully into acting.
Acting career and breakthrough
In 2009, Jacqueline Fernandez travelled to India for a modelling assignment and successfully auditioned for a role. She made her acting debut in Sujoy Ghosh's fantasy drama Aladin, playing the love interest of Riteish Deshmukh's character. Although the film did not succeed commercially, her performance earned her the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year, Female.
Her major commercial breakthrough arrived when she starred in Mahesh Bhatt's thriller Murder 2 in 2011. Playing the role of a lonely model named Priya, she received praise for her bold performance. This success led to roles in other major productions such as Housefull 2 and Race 2, establishing her presence in the film industry.
Commercial success and other work
Following her early hits, Jacqueline Fernandez starred in several top-grossing action films and comedies. In 2014, she played a psychiatrist opposite Salman Khan in the action film Kick. She later appeared in Brothers, Housefull 3, Judwaa 2, and the action film Vikrant Rona.
Aside from her film work, Jacqueline Fernandez has judged the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and appeared in various music videos. She is also active in humanitarian work, participates in stage shows, and serves as a celebrity endorser for multiple brands.
Birthday and age
Jacqueline Fernandez was born on August 11, 1985, which makes Jacqueline 41 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Jacqueline shares the date with 57 other famous people.
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