38 & Glowing: Genelia D'Souza Marks Birthday With Blockbuster Legacy
/ Aug 05, 2025, 04:11PM IST
Bollywood actress Genelia D'Souza needs no introduction. Born on August 5, 1987, she has made her mark across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. As she celebrates her 38th birthday, fans recall her memorable journey. Genelia began her film career with Tujhe Meri Kasam, and since then, there's been no looking back. She went on to star in several blockbusters like Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na, Ready, Force, Happy, and Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya. Her performances earned her accolades like the South Indian Filmfare Award and the prestigious Nandi Award. After embracing motherhood, she made a stunning comeback, proving she's still a force to reckon with.
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