Name: Alia Bhatt
Date of Birth: March 15, 1993
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Profession: Actress, Singer, Entrepreneur
Nationality: British (Indian origin)
Early Life and Family
Alia Bhatt was born to filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan. She belongs to the illustrious Bhatt family of Bollywood. Her father is of Gujarati descent, while her mother is of Kashmiri Pandit and German ancestry. Alia has an elder sister, Shaheen Bhatt, and two half-siblings, Pooja Bhatt and Rahul Bhatt.
Alia completed her schooling at Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai but entered Bollywood at a young age, forgoing a traditional college education.
Bollywood Career
Alia made her debut as a lead actress in Karan Johar’s “Student of the Year” (2012), co-starring Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra. Her performance was well-received, and the film became a commercial hit. She quickly rose to prominence with her versatile acting skills.
Notable Movies:
- Highway (2014): Directed by Imtiaz Ali, this film showcased Alia’s acting prowess and earned her critical acclaim.
- 2 States (2014): A romantic drama based on Chetan Bhagat’s novel.
- Udta Punjab (2016): Alia played the role of a migrant worker, earning a Filmfare Award for Best Actress.
- Raazi (2018): A spy thriller where Alia portrayed a young Indian spy married into a Pakistani family.
- Gully Boy (2019): She starred alongside Ranveer Singh, playing a fiery and supportive girlfriend.
- Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022): A career-defining performance, portraying the titular character in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film.
- Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022): A fantasy epic in which she starred opposite her husband, Ranbir Kapoor.
Awards and Recognition
Alia Bhatt has received numerous accolades, including:
- Filmfare Awards: Multiple wins for Best Actress.
- IIFA Awards: Recognized for her outstanding performances.
- Forbes India’s Celebrity 100: Regularly features on the list of India’s top celebrities.
Singing Career
In addition to acting, Alia has a talent for singing. She has lent her voice to songs like:
- “Samjhawan Unplugged” from Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania.
- “Ikk Kudi” (Club Mix) from Udta Punjab.
Personal Life
Alia Bhatt married Ranbir Kapoor in April 2022 after years of dating. The couple welcomed their daughter, Raha Kapoor, in November 2022.
Business Ventures
Alia is also an entrepreneur. She launched her own eco-conscious clothing line, Ed-a-Mamma, aimed at children. She is an advocate for mental health awareness and actively supports charitable causes.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSjglnaBEZE&pp=ygUUQWxpYSBCaGF0dCBpbnRlcnZpZXc%3D
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/aliaabhatt/?hl=en
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/aliabhatt/