Meet the voice behind most watched cartoon in India, is a stand up comedian, earns Rs. 1.68 crores annually.., the cartoon is.., her name is…
For any Indian children who were growing up during the 2000s, one core memory that would resonate with everyone would be watching a cartoon, especially Shin-chan. But this Japanese animated show wasn’t merely a cartoon; it was a daily dose of entertainment. His quick wit, bizarre one-liners, and signature high-pitched tone made the character iconic and relatable, and that led to it becoming an unforgettable part of childhood.
Although the character was Japanese, the Hindi voice that brought Shin-Chan to life for Indian viewers belonged to Akanksha Sharma.
Most people were unaware that Shin-Chan’s rise to fame in Indian pop culture was mostly due to Akanksha’s voice. She made Shin-Chan credible and humorous with her unique high-pitched voice, flawless comic timing, and ability to capture the character’s innocence and mischievousness. Her voice eventually became as identifiable as the character.
There is more to Akanksha Sharma than just Shin-Chan’s voice. She has also sung Naatu Naatu as Shin-Chan, dubbed for Nobita in Doraemon, and performed in a number of movies.She earlier went viral singing Bollywood classics such as O Bedardeya and Maan Meri Jaan as Shin-Chan, leaving fans happy and nostalgic. In one such unforgettable moment, she even greeted Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Shin-Chan’s tone of voice, saying, “Aapse milkar bohot accha laga,” in addition to increasing her popularity and charm.
Aside from voice acting, Akanksha is a stand-up comedian, writer, and content creator. She calls herself one who discovers the humor in life and makes it available to the world through comedy sketches, voice-over reels, and personal vlogs. On Instagram, she has more than 130K followers, while on YouTube, she has more than a million subscribers. Her vlog channel also enjoys a dedicated community of over 130K, qualifying her as a favorite name across platforms.
Akanksha’s path is a beacon of how talent and authenticity can create an enduring career in the era of the internet. Her material is humorous, relatable, and always positioned in originality. Whatever she does with the mic or in front of the lens, she becomes a delight to watch without effort.
With a yearly revenue of ₹1.68 crore, Akanksha Sharma has made her hobby into a successful profession. From recording an iconic cartoon character to becoming an online sensation, she’s shown that the correct voice can indeed resonate over the ages
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