Shreya Shanker is an Indian model. She won the Miss India United Continental title in 2019.
Shreya as Femina Miss India United Continental 2019
Wiki/Biography
Shreya Shanker was born on Tuesday, March 25, 1997, in Bihar (24 years old; as of 2021). Her zodiac sign is Aries. Since Shreya comes from the army, she completed her education in 10 different schools. She completed her studies in Class 11 and 12 from Vasant Kunj, a Delhi Public School. She then pursued a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management, Mumbai. Shreya has been interested in modeling since her childhood.
Shriya when she was little
Apart from modeling, Shreya is also actively involved in volunteering. Her friends described her as “a winner” who was always confident in what she wanted.
Shreya Shanker and her school friends
Shreya Shanker and her classmates
Shreya Shanker at the school farewell party
appearance
- Height: 5′8″ (approx.)
- Body measurements: 34-26-34
family
Shreya Shanker was born in Patna, Bihar. She comes from a family with a military background.
parents and siblings
Shreya’s father is Achalesh Shanker, a brigadier general in the Indian Army.
Shreya and her father
Her mother’s name is Abhilasha and she is a psychologist.
Shreya and her mother
Her sister’s name is Alina Shank.
Shreya and her sister
Profession
In 2019, Shreya won the title of Femina Miss India Bihar 2019 at FBB Colors Femina Miss India East 2019. In the same year, she became Femina Miss India United Continents. She appeared on the cover of Femina magazine in 2019.
Shreya appears on the cover of Femina magazine
In the same year, she was also named to the “Times Most Watchable Women” list. She walked the ramp at Lakme Fashion Week 2020.
Shreya walking ramp at Lakme Fashion Week
last question
“What does feminism mean to you?” Shreya was asked at the Miss India Women 2019 pageant. Shank replied: “Seek equality with dignity and grace without derogating either sex.”
Awards, Honors, Achievements
- She is the cultural rector of her university.
- She participated in the 19th Annual Sports Meet of St. Kabir Public School as the chief guest.
Shreya Shanker as chief guest at St. Kabir Public School
Favorites
Facts/Trivia
- Shreya Shanker’s eating habits include eating non-veg foods.
Shreya eats non-vegetarian food
- Shreya Shanker’s hobbies include art, dance and theatre. Her hobbies also include playing golf, badminton and cricket. She also enjoys riding horses.
Shriya plays golf
Shriya practices horse riding
- She was a state air rifle shooting champion while in school.
- Her teachers describe her as a student who excels academically, is dedicated and very humble.
- Shreya grew up adapting and understanding that since her father was in the army, she had to travel to different places.
- Shreya also does social work and volunteers in an NGO called ‘Seva Aur Sehyog’. She hopes to spread awareness about cognitive disabilities.
- Shreya believes that every woman should possess qualities of empathy, passion and substance.
- She said in an interview that everyone should have pets at home. She is an avid dog lover.
shreya with a dog
- After winning the Miss India Bihar 2019 title, she spoke about her journey in an interview and said;
It took a lot of hard work and determination to get to where I am today. I have always had this dream and I think what helped me achieve it was the support of my parents. My mom always told me “You have it, you are our role model, go and achieve what you want.” After this, my goal now is to win an international championship. I’m ready for everything and I’m training hard. I hope I can win the title for India. “
- She was crowned Miss India United Miss Continent by former winner Gayatri Bhardwaj. In an interview, she discussed her preparations, saying:
I have been doing regular training including makeup and hair, etiquette, manners and I am also learning Spanish. “
- She met Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Modi after returning from Ecuador, where the beauty pageant was held.
Shreya with Deputy Minister Sushil Modi
- Shreya made many friends while studying in Delhi. When she returned from the pageant, her friends welcomed her with flowers and music. In an interview, she said of her friend:
I made many friends here who always encouraged me to fulfill my dream of participating in the Miss India pageant. I still have my relatives here, and it is because of their support and blessings as well as those of my parents that I was able to realize my dream. I never thought that one day I would return to this home with this crown. “
Shreya’s return
- The lowest point in her life was when her mother underwent surgery for a brain tumor.
- One of her favorite sayings is “The harder you work, the luckier you are.”
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Source: HIS Education