Anushka Sharma’s father, Colonel Ajay Kumar Sharma, served in the Indian Army and fought in the Kargil War. She grew up in different cities, living the typical army kid life—frequent moves, new schools, and plenty of lessons in courage. Speaking about that time, Anushka had once told Etimes that, “Kargil was a tough one. I was too young at that time, but I was scared of seeing my mother.”
“She would always have the news channel switched on throughout the day and would get upset when casualties were announced,” she added.Her bond with her father remains strong. She proudly said, “I take pride in saying that I am an army officer’s daughter even more than being an actor.”
