Waluscha De Sousa (born 28 November 1981) is an Indian actress and model. She made her debut in the 2016 Hindi film Fan, in which she starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan.

Early life and education

Waluscha De Sousa hails from Goa and is of paternal Portuguese and maternal German descent. She was discovered by famous Indian fashion designer Wendell Rodricks at the age of 16.Waluscha lived by the beach and was an athlete in her growing years. She loves the outdoors and is a complete adventurer. She studied at 'Our Lady of the Rosary' at Dona Paula in Panjim and later completed her graduation at St. Xavier's College, Mapusa.

Early life

Waluscha De Sousa hails from Goa and is of paternal Portuguese and maternal German descent. She was discovered by famous Indian fashion designer Wendell Rodricks at the age of 16.Waluscha lived by the beach and was an athlete in her growing years. She loves the outdoors and is a complete adventurer. She studied at 'Our Lady of the Rosary' in Dona Paula in Panjim and later moved to St. Xaviers in Goa.

Career

Waluscha modeled for leading designers in the country and subsequently took part in the Miss India pageant, where she secured herself the "Miss Body Beautiful" title. She did her first TV commercial for Pepsi with Shah Rukh Khan at the age of 17. Years later, she once again featured in a Hyundai commercial with the actor. She has also been the face of brands including Jaipur Jewels, L'Oreal, Avon Haircare naturals, Falguni and Shane's new Peacock collection 2016.In 2016 Waluscha made her debut with Shahrukh Khan's film ''Fan''.

Personal life

She was married to Marc Robinson in Goa. The couple have three children, Chanel Robinson, Brooklyn Robinson and Sienna Robinson. The couple filed for a divorce in 2013.