Jiya Shankar (Bigg Boss OTT 2) Age, Boyfriend, Family, Biography & More

Bio/Wiki
Profession	Actor
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	in centimeters- 163 cm in meters- 1.63 m in feet & inches- 5’ 4”
Weight (approx.)	in kilograms- 55 kg in pounds- 121 lbs
Figure Measurements (approx.)	34-30-34
Eye Colour	Dark Brown
Hair Colour	Black with Dark Ash Blonde highlights
Career
Debut	Film • Telugu: Entha Andanga Unnave (2013) as 'Jiya' • Tamil: Kanavu Variyam (2016) as 'Veena' • Marathi: Ved (2022) as 'Nisha Katkar' Web Series • Hindi: Virgin Bhasskar 2 (2020) as 'Pakhi'
Personal Life
Date of Birth	17 April 1995 (Monday)
Age (as of 2023)	28 Years
Birthplace	Mumbai
Zodiac sign	Aries
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Mumbai
College/University	Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares
Educational Qualification	Jiya had initially chosen a digital marketing course, but she did not complete it.
Tattoo(s)	She got a tattoo inked on her right arm and on the back of her left shoulder.
Relationships & More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Family
Husband/Spouse	N/A
Parents	Mother- Surekha Gavli (hairstylist) Note: Jiya Shankar's parents separated when she was 13 years old.

 Some Lesser Known Facts About Jia Shankar

• Jiya Shankar is an Indian actor who mainly works in Hindi television series. She gained recognition for her roles in drama series such as ‘Meri Hanikarak Biwi’ (2017) and ‘Kaatelal & Sons’ (2020).

• Jiya was enthusiastic about sports during her school days. She played Kho-Kho and also showed a profound interest in gymnastics. ^[1]Siddharth Kannan – YouTube

• Following her parents’ separation, Jiya went through a phase of depression. According to Jiya, the impact was so substantial that it also negatively affected her academic performance. ^[2]Siddharth Kannan – YouTube

• In an interview, Jiya revealed that she was bullied by her classmates during her college years because of which she used to skip many lectures. She mentioned how her classmates used to make fun of her sense of style and the way she expressed herself in class. Jiya added that to put this to an end, she decided to join in the laughter, which effectively neutralised her classmates’ negative behaviour. ^[3]Siddharth Kannan – YouTube

• According to Jiya Shankar, she initially used to be so introverted that she used to find family gatherings challenging; however, her entry into the entertainment industry marked a substantial transformation in her personality. In an interview, she attributed her transformation to the practical training at the Anupam Kher Acting Institute in Mumbai, which helped her overcome these hurdles and fostered personal growth. ^[4]Siddharth Kannan – YouTube

• Jiya worked in many television serials. In 2015, she played the role of ‘Alisha Rai’ in the romantic comedy television series ‘Love by Chance.’
  

  Jiya Shankar as ‘Alisha Rai’ in a still from the television series ‘Love by Chance’ (2015)

• In 2017, she appeared as Dr. Iravati Desai Pandey (Ira) in the series ‘Meri Hanikarak Biwi,’ which aired on And TV (stylized as &tv) from 2017 to 2019.
  

  Jiya Shankar as Dr. Iravati Desai Pandey (Ira) in the series ‘Meri Hanikarak Biwi’ (2017)

• In  2022, Shankar hosted ‘Good Night India,’ a comedy show which aired on Sony SAB.
  

  Jiya Shankar while hosting the show ‘Good Night India’ (2022)

• In 2023, Jiya appeared as a contestant in Bigg Boss OTT Season 2; it was streamed on JioCinema.
  

  Jiya Shankar in Bigg Boss OTT Season 2

• Jiya loves drawing and painting as it helps her to attain a calm state of mind.
  

  Jiya Shankar’s Instagram post

• She is an avid reader and boasts an impressive collection of books.
  

  Jiya Shankar showcasing her book collection

• Jiya has a Persian cat, Sky, as a pet.
  

  Jiya Shankar with her pet Sky

• She consumes alcohol on various occasions.
  

  Jiya Shankar’s Instagram post about consuming beer

• In 2023, fans of Manisha Rani, a dancer and influencer, and YouTuber Abhishek Malhan (collectively known as ‘Abhisha’) accused Jia of paying paparazzi Rs. 4 lacs to ruin Manisha’s reputation. They posted an edited WhatsApp chat suggesting Jia asked photographer Viral Bhayani to defame Manisha. Jia, however, refuted these claims on X on 18 August 2023, labelling them as false and baseless.

Jiya Shankar slam #Abhisha fans who defame her by using an edited whatsapp chat of her and Paps to post only about #Abhiya

Jiya says, "4 lacs nahi maine 1 crore diye hai unhe #Abhiya chalane ko," pic.twitter.com/nFjJKyf9o6

— #BiggBoss_Tak👁 (@BiggBoss_Tak) August 17, 2023