From Anushka Sharma To Priyanka Chopra, 8 Female Actors Who Have A Defence Background!
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Updated May 12, 2025 5:24 PM
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Neha Dhupia's father Pradip Singh Dhupia served as an officer in the armed forces. He was a commander in Indian Navy.
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Rajender Singh, actor Rakul Preet Singh's father was also in the Indian Army.
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Preity Zinta comes from the family of defence. At a very young age, she lost her father Durganand Zinta, who was in the Indian Army.
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Even Miss Universe Lara Dutta's father Wing Commander L.K Dutta was in the Indian Air Force.
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Nimrat Kaur's father Major Bhupinder Singh was a fearless Indian Army Officer. He lost his life after a terrorist killed in during his posting in Kashmir.
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The fearless and talented Sushmita Sen also comes from an army background. Her father Wing Commander Shubeer Sen served in Indian Air Force.
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The Global star Priyanka Chopra's father, Dr Ashok Chopra was an army doctor. PC has often spoken about the various aspects of life that she learned by being an army man's daughter.
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Anushka Sharma's father, Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma served in the Indian Army. The brave soldier was also a part of the Kargil War.
We have huge respect for the armed forces who serve on the frontlines and make all of us feel safe. Their families also deserve all the respect and praise for being the brave hearts, they are. However, did you know many popular and talented Indian actresses have fathers who served in the various sectors of the defence forces. The list includes names like Anushka Sharma, Sushmita Sen, and more. Read the story to know more.
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