PV Sindhu
Also known as Pusarla Venkata Sindhu
Career
Active 2011 – present
Biography
About PV Sindhu
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu, born 5 July 1995 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, is an Indian sportswoman. She is one of India's most successful badminton players, with a career spanning since 2011. At 5'10" with an athletic build, she stands out on the court. Her black hair and brown eyes complete a striking presence.
Sindhu has won medals at the Olympics and on the BWF circuit, including a gold at the 2019 World Championships. She is the first Indian to become badminton world champion and the only second Indian to win two consecutive Olympic medals. She reached a career-high world ranking of no. 2 in April 2017. With 3.9 million Instagram followers, she remains a prominent figure in sports, active since 2011.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2011-present (started around 15 years old; 15 years active)
- Birthplace
- Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 143 lbs (or 65 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 3.9m (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
What makes PV Sindhu a pioneer in Indian badminton?
She is the first Indian to become world champion in badminton and the only second Indian to win two consecutive Olympic medals.
How does her physical profile contribute to her game?
Standing 5'10" with an athletic build, she has an advantageous reach and agility on court.
Did you know
- She began her career at age 15, in 2011, and has been active for 15 years.
- Her career-high world ranking of no. 2 was achieved in April 2017, a testament to her consistent performance.
- She is of mixed-race primarily Middle Eastern ethnicity, adding to the diversity in Indian sports.
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