Anushka with her adorable pet dog/Instagram 

Bollywood actress and the newly-wed wife of Indian skipper Virat Kohli is making headlines again ? this time for her love of the furry friends.

Anushka Sharma has been named ?Person of the Year? by animal rights organisation PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals) for her efforts to protect animals from cruelty. Her recent initiatives include launching her cruelty-free NUSH clothing line, visiting an animal shelter and promoting its work on her social media platforms.

She has also been lauded for helping to protect dogs from fireworks and advocating for horses who are forced to pull carriages in Mumbai.

?Anushka Sharma is a proud animal rights proponent whose kindness and initiative know no bounds,? PETA Associate Director Sachin Bangera said in a statement.

?PETA is calling on everyone to follow her lead by eating healthy plant-based meals, helping community animals by speaking up when they are suffering, and always keeping an eye out for new ways to help animals,? Bangera added.

Anushka, who married cricket star Virat Kohli earlier this month, was also named PETA?s Hottest Vegetarian Celebrity in 2015.

The ?Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi? star is known for sharing adorable moments with animals on her Instagram.

She also has an adopted dog named Dude.

Keep up your good work, Anushka!