Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a well-known Indian actress, former Miss World, and brand ambassador who has made a significant impact in the Indian and global entertainment industries.
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Born on November 1, 1973, in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, she started her career as a model and gained immense popularity after winning the Miss World title in 1994. Here’s everything you need to know about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Facts of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Bio
Full Name
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (after marriage)
Nickname
Ash, Gullu
Profession(s)
Actress and Model
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)
in centimeters- 170 cm in meters- 1.70 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 7”
Weight (approx.)
in Kilograms- 56 kg in Pounds- 123 lbs
Figure Measurements (approx.)
34-26-36
Eye Colour
Hazel Green Blue
Hair Colour
Black
Personal Life
Date of Birth
1 November 1973
Age (as of 2022)
49 Years
Birthplace
Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Zodiac sign
Scorpio
Signature
Nationality
Indian
Hometown
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
School
Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai
College
Jai Hind College, Mumbai D. G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai
Educational Qualifications
College dropout
Debut
Film Debut: Iruvar (1997, Tamil film) Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997, Bollywood film)
Family
Father– Krishnaraj Rai (Army biologist) Mother– Vrinda Rai (Homemaker) Brother– Aditya Rai (Engineer in merchant navy) Sister– N/A Father-in-law– Amitabh Bachchan (Actor) Mother-in-law– Jaya Bachchan (Actress)
Religion
Hindu
Address
Jalsa, B/2, Kapol Housing Society, VL Mehta Road, Juhu, Mumbai Villa in Sanctuary Falls in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai
Hobbies
Knitting, collecting watches and reading
Controversies
• Sued Star and Style magazine: In 1996, she sued the Star and Style magazine for an amount of 20 million (2 crore INR) for publishing that actress Raveena Tandon had caught her and Akshay Kumar in a compromising position at the poolside of a 5 star hotel.
• Relationship with Salman Khan: Her relationship with Salman Khan from 1999 to 2001 was controverial, and after her break-up she said that she faced abuse (verbal, physical and emotional) from Salman Khan.
• Shakti Kapoor said Aishwarya traded sexual favours: After the casting couch sting operation of Shakti Kapoor in 2005, he said that Aishwarya had traded sexual favors for a spot in Subhash Ghai’s movies. But, later he apologized for his words and considered it as a result of his anger.
• Panama Papers case: In December 2021, she was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the Panama papers. The actress was alleged to have slashed wealth abroad. After ‘The Panama Papers’ case made headlines in 2016, the agency started investigating alleged forex violations in 2017 and issued notices to the Bachchan family asking them to explain their foreign remittances since 2004 under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) of the Reserve Bank of India. On 21 December 2021, the actress appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for recording her statement. According to the agency, Ms. bachchan was the director of One British Virgin Islands-based company that was set up in 2005 and dissolved in 2008.
She has a collection dof luxury watches including Dolce Vita collection (priced at Rs 9 lakhs)
Money Factor
Salary (approx.)
9-10 crore/film (INR)
Net Worth (approx.)
$35 million
Early Life and Education
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was born into a middle-class family and raised in a joint family system. Her father, Krishnaraj Rai, was an Army biologist, and her mother, Brinda Rai, was a homemaker. She has one older brother named Aditya Rai, who is an engineer in the merchant navy.
Aishwarya completed her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir High School in Mumbai and pursued her higher education in architecture at Raheja College in Mumbai. However, she dropped out of college to pursue her modeling career.
Career
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan began her career as a model and quickly became a household name in the Indian modeling industry. She gained national and international recognition after winning the Miss World pageant in 1994, which led to her film debut in Mani Ratnam’s Tamil film Iruvar.
She then went on to make her Bollywood debut in the film Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya in 1997. Since then, she has appeared in numerous Hindi, Tamil, and English language films, including Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Devdas, Jodhaa Akbar, and Bride & Prejudice. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her acting, including two Filmfare Awards for Best Actress.
Brand Ambassador and Philanthropy
Apart from her acting career, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is also known for being a brand ambassador for several international brands, including L’Oreal Paris, Longines, and Coca-Cola. She has also been the brand ambassador for the Indian state of Gujarat’s tourism campaign.
Aishwarya is actively involved in philanthropic activities and is a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations’ AIDS program. She is also the founder of the Aishwarya Rai Foundation, which works towards improving the lives of people in India by providing healthcare, education, and other essential services.
Personal Life
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is married to Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, and the couple has a daughter named Aaradhya Bachchan. Aishwarya is known for her private personal life and keeps her family out of the media glare. Despite being in the limelight for many years, she has managed to maintain a dignified and graceful image.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is an accomplished Indian actress, former Miss World, and philanthropist who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. With her beauty, talent, and grace, she has won the hearts of millions of fans across the globe. Her dedication to philanthropy and her efforts towards improving the lives of people in India are truly commendable.
