acqueline Fernandez is a name that resonates with glamour, charm, and resilience. Born on August 11, 1985, in Manama, Bahrain, this Sri Lankan beauty queen turned Bollywood superstar has carved a niche for herself in the Indian film industry. Known for her elegance and infectious energy, Jacqueline’s life off-screen is just as intriguing as her on-screen journey. 

Controversies: A Glittering Life with a Shadow

Despite her girl-next-door image, Jacqueline hasn’t escaped controversy. The most notable involves conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, who allegedly gifted her expensive items including luxury cars, Persian cats, and jewellery worth crores. Jacqueline was questioned multiple times by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a ₹200 crore money laundering case. While she claims to be a victim, her association with the scandal sparked widespread media attention.

She was also criticized for her appearance in Satyameva Jayate 2’s “Dilbar” song remake, where many called out the excessive sensualization of her character.

🧬 Family Background: A Multicultural Mix

Jacqueline belongs to a diverse and multicultural family:

  • Father: Elroy Fernandez, a Sri Lankan Burgher who once worked as a musician in Bahrain

  • Mother: Kim Fernandez, of Malaysian and Canadian descent

  • Siblings: She has two brothers and one sister

Born into a well-settled Christian family, Jacqueline’s upbringing was rooted in discipline, multicultural awareness, and artistic freedom.

💰 Net Worth and Income

Jacqueline is one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood. As of 2025:

  • Estimated Net Worth: ₹100–120 crores

  • Per Movie Fee: ₹4–6 crores

  • Brand Endorsements: Puma, The Body Shop, Nova Eyewear, and several others

  • Other Ventures: She launched her activewear brand Just F and is an investor in organic skincare brands and restaurants.

Her lavish lifestyle includes designer clothing, luxury cars like Mercedes-Maybach and BMW, and a sea-facing apartment in Mumbai.

🧠 Caste, Religion & Ethnicity

Jacqueline follows Christianity and belongs to the Sri Lankan Burgher community—a Eurasian ethnic group in Sri Lanka of mixed European and local descent. She proudly embraces her Sri Lankan roots and often supports social causes connected to her homeland.

💃 Hobbies and Interests

Beyond the big screen, Jacqueline has a wide range of interests:

  • Fitness & Yoga: A fitness enthusiast, she follows a strict diet and works out daily

  • Animal Welfare: She’s an animal lover and PETA India supporter

  • Dancing & Cooking: Loves experimenting with dance forms and global cuisines

  • Languages: She speaks English, French, Arabic, and some Hindi

  • Spirituality: Practices meditation and mindfulness

👠 Stereotypes and Challenges

As a foreign-born actress, Jacqueline faced several stereotypes:

  • Labeled as just a “pretty face” or “item girl” early in her career

  • Struggled with the Hindi language and was often dubbed in her early films

  • Constantly compared with Indian actresses despite her unique appeal

Over time, she broke these stereotypes by working on her diction, improving acting skills, and proving herself in both lead roles and performance-oriented projects.

FieldDetails
Full NameJacqueline Fernandez
NicknameJacky, JF
Date of Birth11 August 1985
Age (as of 2025)39 years
BirthplaceManama, Bahrain
NationalitySri Lankan
Zodiac SignLeo
ProfessionActress, Model, Businesswoman
ReligionChristianity
Caste/EthnicitySri Lankan Burgher (Eurasian origin)
Marital StatusUnmarried
EducationGraduate in Mass Communication (University of Sydney)
Debut MovieAladin (2009)
Breakthrough FilmMurder 2 (2011)
Popular MoviesKick, Race 2, Judwaa 2, Housefull 2 & 3, Roy, Dishoom
Web/OTT WorkMrs. Serial Killer (Netflix), Drive (Netflix), Fateh (upcoming)
Item Songs“Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan”, “Genda Phool”, “Lat Lag Gayee”, “Jumme Ki Raat”
FatherElroy Fernandez (Musician, Sri Lankan)
MotherKim Fernandez (Air Hostess, Malaysian-Canadian)
Siblings1 sister, 2 brothers
Controversy₹200 Cr money laundering case with conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar
ED Case StatusNamed as accused, claims victim; passport seized
Languages KnownEnglish, Hindi, French, Arabic
HobbiesDancing, Yoga, Cooking, Horse Riding, Traveling
Fitness RegimePilates, Cardio, Yoga
Diet PreferenceMostly vegetarian with occasional meat
Net Worth (2025)₹100–120 Crores (approx.)
Income SourceFilms, Endorsements, Investments, Business
Brand EndorsementsThe Body Shop, Nova Eyewear, Just F (her own activewear), Puma
AssetsSea-facing Mumbai home, luxury cars (Maybach, BMW), jewelry, investments
  

🎬 Jacqueline Fernandez: A Comprehensive Profile

📽️ Filmography

Jacqueline Fernandez has showcased her versatility across various genres in Bollywood. Here’s a selection of her notable films:

  • Aladin (2009) – Debut film

  • Murder 2 (2011) – Breakthrough role

  • Housefull 2 (2012)

  • Race 2 (2013)

  • Kick (2014)

  • Roy (2015)

  • Brothers (2015)

  • Housefull 3 (2016)

  • Dishoom (2016)

  • A Gentleman (2017)

  • Judwaa 2 (2017)

  • Race 3 (2018)

  • Drive (2019)

  • Mrs. Serial Killer (2020)

  • Bachchhan Paandey (2022)

  • Vikrant Rona (2022)

  • Social Media Presence

    Jacqueline maintains an active presence on various social media platforms:

    PlatformUsernameFollowers (Approx.)VerifiedLink
    Instagram@jacquelienefernandez70 millionYesInstagram
    Twitter@Asli_Jacqueline16 millionYesTwitter
    Facebook@AsliJacquelineFernandezNot specifiedYesFacebook
    YouTube@TheOfficialJacquelineFernandez783K subscribersYesYouTube

    Note: The Instagram handle has been updated to @jacquelienefernandez, reflecting a recent change in spelling. 

Jacqueline Fernandez’s Known & Rumored Relationships

NameProfessionRelationship StatusTime FrameDetails
Sajid KhanFilm DirectorConfirmed Relationship2011–2013Dated for nearly 3 years. Their split was reportedly due to Sajid’s controlling nature.
Salman KhanActor & ProducerRumored AffairNot SpecifiedFrequently seen together, but both denied a romantic angle—referred to each other as “close friends.”
Sukesh ChandrasekharAlleged ConmanAlleged Link2021–2022She allegedly received lavish gifts worth crores; name surfaced in ₹200 Cr extortion case.
Arjun KapoorActorRumored ConnectionNot SpecifiedSeen together at private gatherings and parties—no official comment from either side.
Sidharth MalhotraActorRumored FlirtationAround 2017Co-stars in A Gentleman. Their chemistry sparked dating rumors, but both called it “just professional.”