Kanikka Kapur
Kanikka Kapur | |
|---|---|
| Born | 4 March 1995 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Journalism and public communication degree from Delhi University |
| Occupation(s) | Model, actress |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Kanikka Kapur (born; 4 March 1995) is an Indian actress and model known for her work in television, films, and web series. She made a television debut as Suman Tiwari in Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2[1] opposite Mohit Kumar produced by SonyTV and Bollywood debut in Dono (2023),[2] produced by Rajshri Productions and Jio Studios.
She also known for ImMature and Tippu. She began her career in modeling and went on to win multiple beauty pageants, including Miss Asia 2015.[3] Over the years, she has worked across different entertainment platforms, including television, films, and digital content.
Career
[edit]Kapur passion for acting began at an early age, leading her to work in short films when she was just 13. She was also actively involved in theatre performances during her student years.
At the age of 18, she started her modeling career and quickly gained recognition, winning several pageants such as Miss Mood Indigo (2013), Femina Style Diva North (2014), and Manappuram Miss Queen of India (2015). Her biggest achievement in the pageant industry came in 2015 when she was crowned Miss Asia[3] at Le Méridien, Kochi, winning a cash prize of ₹5 lakhs.
Kanikka made her acting debut in 2015 with the Telugu film Tippu, where she played the role of Vaishnavi. In 2018, she participated in the reality TV competition India’s Next Superstars, where she performed in front of renowned filmmakers Rohit Shetty and Karan Johar.
She later appeared in the Hindi film A Gift of Love: Sifar (2019) and the music video for Noor (2019).
Her television debut came in 2020 when she starred opposite Mohit Kumar in the drama series Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2, where she played the lead role of Suman Tiwari. The show earned her widespread recognition and established her presence in the television industry.
Alongside TV, she has been part of popular web series such as ImMATURE (2019), Date with Senior Office Romance (2022), The Great Indian Stud (2022), and Modern Parivaar (Diwali Special) (2021).
Apart from films and television, Kanikka Kapur has also appeared in several music videos, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She featured in Noor, Aankhon Ke Darmiya, Itne Tum Zaroori Ho, Tujhe Dekha, Khabar, Krishna Sang Radha, and BEGANA.
In addition to acting, Kanikka has featured in several commercials for major brands like Samsung and Rexona.
In 2023, Kanikka made her Bollywood debut in Dono,[2] produced by Rajshri Productions and Jio Studios. The film marked a significant step in her career, bringing her into mainstream Hindi cinema.
Most recently, she appeared opposite Mohit Kumar in the short web series Wrong Number Reboot, further expanding her presence in the digital space.
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Serial | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | India’s Next Superstars | Contestant | ||
| 2020–2021 | Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2 | Major Suman Tiwari | Debut Show
Lead Role |
[1][4] |
Films
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Production | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Tippu | Vaishnavi | D.V. Seetharama Raju | |
| 2019 | A Gift of Love: Sifar | Ayesha | Zero Begins Films | |
| 2023 | Dono | Alina | Rajshri Productions and Jio Studios | [2] |
| 2025 | Murderbaad | Isabelle Sharma | ACJEE Entertainment |
Webseries
[edit]| Year | Webseries | Role | Platform | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | When You Invite Your Girlfriend on Diwali | Anshuka | YouTube | |
| 2022 | Date With Senior | Ruhi | YouTube | |
| 2022 | When Make Out Goes Wrong | Suhani | YouTube | |
| 2023 | Immature Season 2 | Chaaya | Prime Video | |
| 2022 | The Diwali Proposal | Shweta | YouTube | |
| 2022 | Sarkari Shaadi | Neha | YouTube | |
| 2023 | When English Medium & Hindi Medium Are Neighbours | Aadhya | YouTube | |
| 2023 | Immature Season 3 | Chaaya | Prime Video | |
| 2024 | When Doctor & Dentist are Neighbours | Riddhima | YouTube | |
| 2024 | North Indian & South Indian Are Colleagues | Shraddha | YouTube | |
| 2024 | When Alpha Male & Feminist Girl Are Neighbours | Samran | YouTube | |
| 2024 | Wrong Number Reboot | Adhira | YouTube |
Music Videos
[edit]| Year | Title | Artist | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Noor | Ahmad Shaad Safwi | |
| 2020 | Aankhon Ke Darmiya | Rishbh Tiwari | |
| 2021 | Itne Tum Zaroorii Ho | Deepp C | |
| 2021 | Tujhe Dekha | Nayan Shankar | [5] |
| 2022 | Khabar | Twin Strings | |
| 2023 | Krishna Sang Radha | Hansika Pareek | |
| 2025 | BEGANA | Raghav Chaitanya | [6] |
Awards
[edit]| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Miss Mood Indigo | 2013 |
| Femina Style Diva North | 2014 |
| Manappuram Miss Queen of India | 2015 |
| Miss Asia | 2015 |
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Kanikka Kapur and Mohit Kumar talk about their show Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ a b c "Exclusive: Kanikka Kapur opens up about her journey and her debut with Sooraj Barjatya's Dono | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ a b Service, Express News (20 August 2015). "A Beautiful Night". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ "Kanikka Kapur: Preparing for my character in 'Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2' wasn't easy". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 12 January 2025.
- ^ "Watch New Hindi Hit Song Music Video - 'Tujhe Dekha' Sung By Nayan Shankar". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ "Discover The New Hindi Music Video For 'Begana' Sung By Raghav Chaitanya". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 March 2025.