| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Katrina Turquotte |
| Nickname(s) | • Kat • Katy • Katz • Sambo |
| Profession | Actress |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height | in centimeters– 174 cm in meters– 1.74 m in feet inches– 5′ 8½” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 55 kg in pounds– 121 lbs |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 34-26-34 |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Debut | Film: Boom (2003) |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 16 July 1983 |
| Age (as of 2022) | 39 Years |
| Birthplace | Hong Kong |
| Zodiac sign | Cancer |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | British |
| Hometown | London, United Kingdom |
| School | Homeschooling (Taught at home by her mother, tutors and also did correspondence courses) |
| College | Dropout (Left her college in London to pursue acting career in Bollywood) |
| Educational Qualification | High School |
| Religion | Islam |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian [1]India Today |
| Hobbies | Playing Chess, Painting, Reading |
| Controversy | • During the shooting of the film Namastey London, Katrina went to Ajmer Sharif dargah wearing a short skirt that irked people’s religious sentiments and the scene had to be reshot. |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 9 December 2021 |
| Marriage Place | Six Senses Fort Barwara, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | • Salman Khan (Actor) • Ranbir Kapoor (Actor) • Vicky Kaushal |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Vicky Kaushal |
| Parents | Father– Mohammed Kaif (British businessman of Kashmiri descent)
Mother– Suzanne Turquotte (Harvard Graduate, English Teacher and a Lawyer) [2]Express.co.uk |
| Siblings | Brother– Sebastien Laurent Michel (elder) (London-based model) Sister(s)– • Stephanie (elder) • Christine (elder) • Natasha (elder) • Melissa (younger) • Sonia Turcotte (younger) • Isabelle Kaif (younger) |
| Favourites | |
| Food | Yorkshire pudding, cheesecake, kheer, cinnamon rolls, steamed fish, lamb chops with salad & baby potatoes, grilled vegetables |
| Indian Food | Dosa |
| Cheat Meal Food | Pancake |
| Actors | Hrithik Roshan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Johnny Depp and Robert Pattinson |
| Actress | Penelope Cruz, Madhuri Dixit and Kajol |
| Films | Bollywood Films: Umrao Jaan, Dil Dhadakne Do, Tanu Weds Manu Returns Hollywood Films: Casablanca, Gone with the Wind |
| Cricketer | Rahul Dravid, Irrfan Pathan |
| Books | All books by Sidney Sheldon |
| Colours | Pink, White, Mauve |
| Sports | Cricket, Chess |
| Song | Moon by Poolside |
| Musicians/Bands | Radiohead, Muse, Coldplay |
| Perfume | Narciso Rodriguez For Her |
| Musicians/Bands | in Mumbai: Mainland China, and Wasabi by Morimoto at The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in London: Hakkasan, Harrods Georgian Restaurant, Alloro, Aqua Kyoto |
| Travel Destinations | London, Italy, Spain, Dubai and Havana |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection | • Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE • Audi Q7 [3]Instagram • Audi Q3 |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary (approx.) | $8.5 thousand (INR 6 crores per film) |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $6 million (INR 4.46 crores) |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Katrina Kaif
- Katrina grew up in a household headed by her single mother, Suzanne Turquotte, along with her seven siblings. Among Suzanne’s eight children, Katrina is the only one with a mixed heritage as her father, Mohammed Kaif, hails from Kashmir and holds British citizenship. [4]Express.co.uk
- Due to Suzanne Turquotte’s occupation as an English teacher in various countries, Katrina and her family had to relocate frequently. As a result, Katrina grew up in multiple locations including Hong Kong, China, Japan, France, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, and other European countries. When Katrina turned 14, her family moved to Hawaii before eventually settling in her mother’s homeland, England, where she resided for three years. Afterward, she relocated to India.
- Katrina’s parents went their separate ways when she was a young child, and since then, her father has not made any attempts to reach out to them. When questioned about whether her father has reached out to her since she gained fame, Katrina responded:
Due to personal issues, they decided to part ways despite coming from a respectable family background. Being financially well-off, he is unlikely to return simply because his daughter has achieved fame.
- Due to her family’s frequent relocations, she was unable to attend a traditional school.
- Suzanne, a mother, formed a musical ensemble with her children to perform at orphanages across Asia.
- After triumphing in a beauty pageant in Hawaii at the age of 14, she commenced her modeling career by securing various assignments.
- In 2003, she arrived in Mumbai with her sister, Christine, to audition for the film Boom.
- Katrina and her sister, Christine, arrived in Mumbai with a sum of Rs. 4 lakh. While Christine eventually went back to London, Katrina made the decision to remain in Mumbai and pursue a career in Bollywood. In the event that she exhausts her funds, her backup plan is to return to London and resume her studies at college.
- Katrina Kaif, originally known as Katrina Turquotte, had her surname changed to “Kaif” by director Kaizad Gustad and producer Ayesha Shroff. They wanted a name that would resonate with the Indian audience for her debut film, Boom. [5] According to Mumbai Mirror.
- Initially, she had been slated to mark her entry into Bollywood with the movie “Saaya,” where she was set to star alongside John Abraham. However, she was eventually replaced due to her inability to speak Hindi at that point. In that very same year, she embarked on her Bollywood journey by starring in the provocative film “Boom.”
- Initially, she faced challenges while trying to establish herself in Bollywood. However, her fortunes changed when she achieved a significant breakthrough in 2007 with the movie “Namastey London,” where she starred alongside Akshay Kumar.
- showcased the stunning silver dress she wore, valued at 2 lakh (INR) ($4,814). This exquisite piece was generously bestowed upon her by the renowned Italian fashion designer, Emilio Pucci.
- In the years 2008, 2009, and 2010, she held the title of being the most searched Indian celebrity on Google.
- In the film “Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani” (2009), Ranbir Kapoor, her ex-boyfriend, lovingly gave her the nickname Sambo after she triumphantly scaled a towering ladder standing at a remarkable height of 200 feet. This endearing moniker playfully alluded to Rambo’s sister.
- She collaborated with A.R. Rahman in 2010, launching a music album named “Rhymeskool” with the purpose of collecting funds for the construction of a school in Madurai.
- Before the release of her film, she frequently visits religious sites such as Siddhivinayak Temple and Mount Mary Church in Mumbai, as well as Dargah Sharif in Ajmer, showcasing her strong superstitious beliefs.
- She remains a British citizen and is employed in India on a work visa.
- The distinction of being the first Bollywood actress to have a Barbie doll created in her likeness belongs to her.
- Katrina Kaif views film director Kabir Khan as her closest companion in the Bollywood industry and is currently working together on a project.
- Suzanne, together with her American partner Jesse Tincher, has made Chennai their home. They dedicate their time to volunteering for various social causes in India. Katrina, Suzanne’s daughter, plays an active role in her mother’s philanthropic organization, “Relief Projects India.” This trust is committed to assisting abandoned baby girls and combating the tragic practice of female infanticide.
- During her initial days in Mumbai, Katrina had a fear of living alone and darkness. She would stay awake, anxiously awaiting the arrival of the sun, before finally getting a mere five hours of sleep.
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