Ileana D’Cruz

Ileana D’Cruz Biography Height, Weight, Age, Facts And More

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Ileana D’Cruz is an Indian actress and model who rose to stardom primarily through Telugu cinema before establishing herself in Bollywood with critically acclaimed and commercially successful films. Known for her expressive eyes, girl-next-door charm, and emotional depth, she has successfully balanced mainstream entertainers with performance-driven roles across languages.

Ileana D’Cruz Quick Info
Date of Birth November 01, 1987
Height 5 ft 2 in
Weight 52 kg
Age 38 Years
Zodiac Sign Scorpio

 

Ileana D’Cruz
Ileana D’Cruz

Born Name

Ileana D’Cruz

Nick Name

Illu, Andhala Khazana

Age

Ileana D’Cruz is currently 38 years old, according to her birthdate November 01, 1987.

Sun Sign

Scorpio

Born Place

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Nationality

Indian

Education

Ileana completed her schooling in Goa and later enrolled in correspondence courses from Bombay University to continue her education alongside her early modeling and acting commitments.

Occupation

Model, Actor

Family

  • Father: Ronaldo D’Cruz
  • Mother: Samira D’Cruz
  • Siblings:
    • Farrah D’Cruz (Sister)
    • Rhys D’Cruz (Brother)
    • Eileen D’Cruz (Sister)

Height

5 ft 2 in (157.5 cm)

Weight

52 kg (115 pounds)

Boyfriend / Spouse

Ileana D’Cruz’s relationships, explained numerically and in detail:

  1. Andrew Kneebone (2016–2019) – Ileana began dating Australian photographer Andrew Kneebone in 2016. The couple frequently shared vacation pictures, including a widely talked-about trip to Fiji in August 2016. Andrew was also credited for photographing many of Ileana’s personal and artistic portraits during that phase. After being together for nearly three years, the relationship ended quietly in the summer of 2019, following which Ileana deleted several of their shared photos from social media.
  2. Sebastien Laurent Michel (2022–Present) – In early 2022, Ileana started dating Sebastien Laurent Michel, a UK-based model and brother of actress Katrina Kaif. Their relationship became public in July 2022 after multiple sightings. In April 2023, Ileana announced her pregnancy via Instagram. In August 2023, the couple welcomed a baby boy named Koa Phoenix Dolan. Later reports confirmed that Ileana and Sebastien had married privately on May 13, 2023, choosing to keep the ceremony intimate and away from the media spotlight.

Race / Ethnicity

Mixed (Asian and White)
Ileana D’Cruz is of Indian and Portuguese descent.

Hair Color

Black

Eye Color

Dark Brown

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Distinctive Features

Small face, thick eyebrows, expressive eyes

Measurements

33-23-34 in (84-58.5-86 cm)

Brand Endorsements

Electrolux, Emami Talc, Fair & Lovely, Vivo Z1 Pro

Best Known For

Her performances in Devadasu (2006), Pokiri (2006), Jalsa (2008), and Barfi! (2012).

First Film

  • Telugu: Devadasu (2006) as Bhanumathi Katamraju, which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South
  • Tamil: Kedi (2006) as Aarthi
  • Hindi: Barfi! (2012) as Shruti Ghosh

Personal Trainer

Ileana does not follow a fixed personal trainer regime. She began working out in 2010, prefers interval training, and stays fit through dance, skipping, and running, avoiding traditional gym workouts.

Ileana D’Cruz Facts

  1. Ileana D’Cruz made her acting debut at just 18 years old.
  2. She became an overnight sensation after Devadasu.
  3. Her Telugu nickname “Andhala Khazana” means Treasure of Beauty.
  4. She dominated Telugu cinema between 2006 and 2012.
  5. Ileana won multiple debut awards for Devadasu.
  6. She considers Barfi! a turning point in her career.
  7. She struggled with body image issues early in her career.
  8. Ileana openly spoke about suffering from clinical depression.
  9. She dislikes gym workouts but loves dancing.
  10. She believes fitness should be enjoyable, not forced.
  11. She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu.
  12. She has a sweet tooth for rasgullas and rasmalai.
  13. She is not fond of rice-based meals.
  14. Ileana calls herself a professional bathroom singer.
  15. She admires Deepika Padukone’s physique.
  16. She loves reading novels by Sidney Sheldon.
  17. She is a trained swimmer.
  18. She enjoys photography as a hobby.
  19. She has appeared on the cover of FHM magazine.
  20. She prefers minimal makeup off-screen.
  21. She does not enjoy cooking and keeps a cook in Mumbai.
  22. She gained critical acclaim for her role in Rustom (2016).
  23. Rustom became one of the highest-grossing films of 2016.
  24. She played Meera Rao in The Big Bull (2021).
  25. Ileana balances commercial and content-driven cinema.
  26. She values mental health awareness deeply.
  27. She avoids unnecessary media controversies.
  28. She took short breaks from films to focus on wellness.
  29. She prefers intimate celebrations over big parties.
  30. Ileana is very close to her siblings.
  31. She started modeling before films.
  32. She dislikes excessive social media exposure.
  33. She believes confidence is more important than size.
  34. She enjoys coastal vacations the most.
  35. She rarely attends late-night Bollywood parties.
  36. She won Filmfare, Zee Cine, Screen, and Star Guild Awards for Barfi!.
  37. She played strong female characters post-2012.
  38. She likes romantic comedies the most as a genre.
  39. She has worked with top stars across industries.
  40. She prefers quality roles over quantity.
  41. She keeps her personal life largely private.
  42. She became a mother in August 2023.
  43. Motherhood brought a new perspective to her life.
  44. She values emotional stability over fame.
  45. She believes in natural aging.
  46. She avoids cosmetic enhancements.
  47. She enjoys long walks for mental clarity.
  48. She describes herself as emotionally sensitive.
  49. She believes silence is powerful.
  50. Ileana D’Cruz is admired for her grace, honesty, and resilience in the Indian film industry.

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