| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Aloo |
| Profession | Actress |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 160 cm in meters– 1.60 m in feet inches– 5’ 3” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 55 kg in pounds– 121 lbs |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 33-26-34 |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Light Brown |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film (Child Artist): Sangharsh (1999) Film (Lead Role): Student of the Year (2012) (Film) (Playback Singer): “Sooha Saha” from Highway (2014) Film (Producer): Darlings (2022) [1]Filmfare |
| Awards | Filmfare
• 2015: Critics Award for Best Actress for Highway Other Awards • 2013: Best Female Debut for Student of the Year by The Times of India Film Awards |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 15 March 1993 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 30 Years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | British [3]Hindustan Times |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| School | Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai |
| College/University | Did Not Attend |
| Educational Qualification | High School |
| Religion | Atheist |
| Caste/Ethnicity | Gujarati (father-side); Kashmiri & German (mother-side) |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian (turned vegetarian in 2015) |
| Address | 205, Silver Beach Apartments, B Wing, A. B. Nair Road, Next To Guestline Hotel, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Note: for a detailed information about her house, click here |
| Hobbies | Singing, Listening to Music, Doing Yoga, Travelling, Cooking, Playing the Piano |
| Likes & Dislikes | Likes: Smelling her fingers, Studying (while lying down), Playing Handball, Sleeping for 12-14 hours continuously Dislikes: Eating hot food and beverages |
| Tattoo | Written “Pataka” in Hindi on the backside of her neck |
| Controversies | • In 2014, she participated in an extravaganza in Uttar Pradesh’s Saifai village (Saifai Mahotsava organised by Samajwadi Party); at the time when Muzzafarnagar riots took place in Uttar Pradesh. She later apologised for it and said that she regretted not being much politically aware.
• After appearing in a chat show “Koffee With Karan,” she was trolled for her lack of general awareness and was labelled as “Beauty without Brains.” In an episode, featuring along with Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan, she replied Prithviraj Chauhan; when asked who was the President of India! • Her name also appeared in the infamous AIB Roast Scandal. An F.I.R. and an arrest warrant was also issued on her name. • She was heavily trolled and criticized for promoting nepotism; after Sushant Singh Rajput committed suicide on 14 June 2020. Many Instagram followers unfollowed her over the nepotism row. Karan Johar, Ekta Kapoor, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Salman Khan were among the others who were also criticized for promoting nepotism in Bollywood. [4]The Print |
| Boys, Affairs, and More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 14 April 2022 |
| Marriage Place | Vastu Building in Mumbai |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | • Ramesh Dubey (childhood boyfriend, class 6th) • Ali Dadarkar (childhood boyfriend, class 8th) • Varun Dhawan (Actor, Rumoured) • Kavin Mittal (Businessman, Rumoured) • Sidharth Malhotra (Actor) • Ranbir Kapoor (Actor) |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Ranbir Kapoor |
| Children | On 6 November 2022, she gave birth to her first child, a baby girl. [5]India Today Later, the actress announced that they have named her Raha; the name was chosen by Neetu Singh. [6]NDTV |
| Parents | Father– Mahesh Bhatt (Director, Producer, Screenwriter) Mother– Soni Razdan (Actress, Director) |
| Siblings | Brother– Rahul Bhatt (step-brother; a fitness trainer) Sister(s)– • Pooja Bhatt (half-sister) • Shaheen Bhatt (Elder) |
| Cousin(s) | Emraan Hashmi and Mohit Suri (both are her maternal cousins) |
| Other Relatives | Narendra Nath Razdan (maternal grandfather) (died in May 2023 at the age of 94) After his demise, Alia shared a video from his 92nd birthday on social media and wrote an emotional caption. [7]Hindustan Times She wrote,“My grandpa. My hero. Played golf till 93. Worked till 93. Made the best omelette. Told the best stories. Played the violin. Played with his great granddaughter. Loved his cricket. Loved his sketching. Loved his family & till the very last moment.. loved his life! My heart is full of sorrow but also full of joy .. because all my grandpa did is give us joy & for that feel blessed and grateful to have been brought up by all the light he had to give! Until we meet again.” |
| Favourites | |
| Food | Poha, Fish, Ragi Chips, French Fries, Rasgulla, Dahi-Chawal, Moong Dal Halwa |
| Snack | Makhana Sev |
| Drink | Chaas |
| Actor(s) | Bollywood: Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Govinda Hollywood: Leonardo DiCaprio |
| Actress(es) | Bollywood: Kareena Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut Hollywood: Jennifer Lawrence |
| Film | Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) |
| TV Show | Friends (an American sitcom) |
| Musician | A. R. Rahman |
| Filmmakers | Sooraj Barjatya, Karan Johar |
| Colour | Red |
| Fashion Label(s) | Topshop and River Island |
| Perfume/Scent | Bleu de Chanel (she likes mens’ fragrances) |
| Restaurant | Ellipsis in Mumbai |
| Book | The Fault in Our Stars by John Green |
| Song | “Money On My Mind” by Sam Smith |
| Pet | Cats |
| Destination(s) | Himachal Pradesh, London |
| Number | 8 |
| Gym Exercise | Pullover |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car(s) Collection | • Land Rover Range Rover Vogue • Audi Q7 • Audi Q5 • Audi A6 • BMW 7-Series |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary (approx.) | $1.342 million (INR 10 crore/film as of 2018) [8]Dailyhunt |
| Assets/Properties | A 2,497 sq ft apartment in the plush Pali Hill locality in Bandra, Mumbai; she purchased the property for Rs 37.80 crore. [9]Hindustan Times |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $3.35 million (INR 25 crore as of 2018) [10]Dailyhunt |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Alia Bhatt
- Is Alia Bhatt a consumer of alcoholic beverages?
- Alia’s father is of Gujarati-Hindu descent, while her mother is of Kashmiri-German-Muslim heritage.
- At the tender age of 2, she had already voiced her aspiration to pursue a career in acting.
- Alia Bhatt’s debut as a child artist was in the film ‘Sangharsh’ (1999) alongside Akshay Kumar and Preity Zinta, where she portrayed the younger version of Preity Zinta’s character.
- Her father, Mahesh Bhatt, was never the one she wanted to direct or produce her debut film.
- At the age of approximately 15, she underwent a screen test for Balika Vadhu alongside Ranbir Kapoor.
- Alia Bhatt’s transformation over time is remarkable. Previously overweight, she made a significant change for her role in the film ‘Student of the Year’ (2012). With the goal of portraying a glamorous character, she underwent a rigorous training program with a personal trainer and followed a strict diet for three months, resulting in a weight loss of approximately 16 kg.
- Out of 400 girls, she emerged victorious at the auditions and secured the lead role in ‘Student of the Year’.
- She transitioned into singing in 2014 and performed the track “Sooha Saaha” for the movie ‘Highway.’
- Alia Bhatt, a devoted animal lover, actively campaigns for PETA to raise awareness about the plight of homeless animals.
- Alia’s fear of darkness leads her to sleep with the lights on at night. Alia Bhatt chooses to sleep with the lights switched on.
- Her preference is for cold beverages rather than hot ones.
- She frequently smells her fingers as a habit.
- Every night, Alia consistently makes diary entries.
- Alia is firmly convinced that she possesses a strong inclination towards laziness and is capable of sleeping continuously for over 12 hours.
- Her preference lies solely in using men’s perfumes.
- Her body is incredibly flexible, allowing her to effortlessly twist her body parts.
- Travelling by air makes her extremely anxious.
- Because of her strong addiction, she is unable to go without curd even if she doesn’t have the means to afford a meal.
- The moment she laid eyes on Ranbir Kapoor at the age of 11, a crush formed within her and remained ever since.
- People tapping her on the shoulder to get her attention is her pet peeve.
- Alia Bhatt, who favors online shopping rather than physical shopping, is the proud owner of her own clothing brand called Ed-a-Mamma, named after her beloved cat Edward. She actively promotes her fashion line, Ed-a-Mamma.
- Whenever she is upset or irritated, she finds solace in watching an episode of the American sitcom Friends. It instantly calms her down and she describes it as her go-to solution for any feelings of anger or upset.
- Alia shares a special bond with her older sister Shaheen Bhatt, frequently engaging in peculiar conversations. During an interview, Alia mentioned how she has developed a habit of bombarding her sister with unusual questions, often expecting her to have all the answers.
- Alia has a peculiar method of applying lipstick, which involves placing the lipstick directly on her mouth. She then proceeds to move it across her lips to achieve the desired shade before eventually removing it. Alia humorously claims that she “consumes” her lipstick.
- The actress has a strong fascination with certain numbers, including 6, 9, 1, and 8. Ranbir Kapoor has a special connection to the number 8 due to his mother, Neetu Kapoor, being born on 8 July 1958. Interestingly, Alia Bhatt, the bride, also incorporated her husband Ranbir Kapoor’s lucky number 8 into her distinctive wedding kaleeras.
- During an interview, she admitted being fearful of the dark and having a proclivity for lucid dreaming.
- Alia Bhatt has been maintaining a memory book since the 6th grade. When discussing her memory book, she explains that she started filling it out when she was 12 years old during her sixth-grade year. This book comprises her memories from the ages of 12 to 18 or 19, containing cards, sketches, and a variety of random recollections. Despite the potential cringe factor, she continues to hold onto this cherished memory book.
- During an interview, Alia disclosed that during her childhood, she frequently engaged in a fictional acting game with her friend Bobby, who would always assign her the role of a boy.
- Alia Bhatt revealed her childhood obsession with the scent of mehendi, but surprisingly, on her wedding day, she grew tired of applying the traditional henna. Nonetheless, she proudly showcases the exquisite henna design from her enchanting mehendi ceremony.
- Gucci, the Italian luxury fashion house, made a significant announcement in May 2023 by appointing Alia Bhatt as its inaugural global brand ambassador from India. This partnership marks a historic moment for both Gucci and Bhatt, as she becomes the first-ever Indian ambassador for the renowned fashion brand. Additionally, it was revealed that Bhatt will be attending Gucci’s highly anticipated Cruise 2024 showcase in Seoul, South Korea. Vogue reported this exciting news, solidifying Bhatt’s role as the face of Gucci on a global scale.
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