Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor is known for her fearless fashion statements and distinctive sense of style, but her latest transformation goes beyond aesthetics—it’s a heartfelt gesture that combines beauty with compassion. The actor recently took to Instagram to share a touching moment as she donated 12 inches of her hair to charity, making a strong yet graceful statement about giving back.
In a candid video posted on Monday, Sonam is seen seated in a salon chair, smiling warmly as her longtime hairstylist, Pete Burkill, prepares to snip away a significant length of her signature tresses. “Hi everyone, so I decided to cut 12 inches of my hair,” she announces, holding up the freshly cut strands. “It doesn’t seem like much on video, but it’s literally a foot of hair!” she adds, her trademark wit shining through.
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What stands out is that this isn’t a trendy makeover or a character prep—it’s a deeply personal choice made for a cause close to her heart. “Decided to cut off 12 inches off my hair and give it away!” she captioned the post, thanking Pete and giving a sweet shoutout to her father, actor Anil Kapoor: “Thanks @anilskapoor for the genes.” True to her candid style, she jokes in the video, “My hair becomes really long because of my genetics… i.e. Anil Kapoor.”
Sonam revealed that this decision had been simmering for a while. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do for some time,” she said, expressing how it finally felt like the right moment to let go and give back. The fresh cut not only marks a new look for the summer but also a deeper sense of fulfillment for the actor, who is known for championing social causes alongside her glamorous public persona.
The final result? A breezy, chic hairstyle that reflects Sonam’s effervescent personality—“fresh and happy,” as she puts it.
On the work front, Sonam is gearing up for her much-anticipated return to the big screen in Battle for Bittora, an adaptation of Anuja Chauhan’s 2010 bestselling novel. Whether it’s stepping into a new role or snipping off a foot of hair, Sonam Kapoor continues to inspire with her blend of style, sincerity, and social consciousness.
By Sulagna Kar
