Daria Shikhanova
Also known as Dora, Дора
Career
Active 2015 – present
Biography
About Daria Shikhanova
Russian musician Daria Shikhanova comes from Saratov Oblast, Russian Federation. She began making music in 2015, when she was around 15 years old. Daria has been active for over a decade, carving out a distinct niche in the cut rock genre, a term she coined herself. Earlier in her career, she recorded under the pseudonym Mental Affection. At 26, she stands 5'2" and maintains a slim, natural build with brown hair and brown eyes. Her petite frame and real curves are part of her public persona. With over a million followers on Instagram, she has translated her musical identity into a substantial online presence. Brown-eyed and brown-haired, she remains devoted to her craft.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2015-present (started around 15 years old; 11 years active)
- Birthplace
- Saratov Oblast, Russian Federation
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 110 lbs (or 50 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 1.2m (as of April 2026)
Frequently asked
What does her stage name 'cut rock' refer to?
She coined the term 'cut rock' to describe her genre, a style she has pursued since starting music in 2015.
Why did she perform under 'Mental Affection' earlier?
She used the pseudonym Mental Affection for early recordings before adopting her real name in the industry.
Did you know
- She named her own genre, 'cut rock,' rather than adopting an existing label.
- She began her music career at approximately 15 years old and is still active 11 years later.
- Her Instagram following of 1.2 million was reached by April 2026.
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