Name: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Date of Birth: November 1, 1973
Place of Birth: Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Profession: Actress, Model, Philanthropist
Nationality: Indian
Early Life and Education
Aishwarya was born into a Tulu-speaking family. Her father, Krishnaraj Rai, was an Army biologist, and her mother, Vrinda Rai, is a homemaker. She has an elder brother, Aditya Rai, who is an engineer and has co-produced one of her films, Dil Ka Rishta (2003).
She attended Arya Vidya Mandir High School in Mumbai and later pursued architecture at Rachana Sansad Academy of Architecture. However, she left her studies midway to focus on her modeling and acting career.
Miss World 1994
Aishwarya gained global fame after winning the Miss World 1994 pageant. Her beauty, intelligence, and poise made her one of the most recognized faces internationally, earning her the title of one of the most beautiful women in the world.
Bollywood Career
Aishwarya made her acting debut with the Tamil film Iruvar (1997), directed by Mani Ratnam, which was critically acclaimed. Her Bollywood debut came with Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997), co-starring Bobby Deol.
Notable Movies:
- Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) – Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, this film showcased her acting prowess and earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Actress.
- Taal (1999) – A musical drama that became a global success.
- Devdas (2002) – A classic adaptation of the novel by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, where she played Paro opposite Shah Rukh Khan.
- Dhoom 2 (2006) – A stylish action thriller where she starred alongside Hrithik Roshan.
- Guru (2007) – A biographical drama directed by Mani Ratnam, co-starring Abhishek Bachchan.
- Jodhaa Akbar (2008) – An epic historical romance with Hrithik Roshan.
- Sarbjit (2016) – A biographical drama where she played the role of Dalbir Kaur, receiving critical acclaim.
- Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022-2023) – Directed by Mani Ratnam, her portrayal of Nandini was widely praised.
Awards and Recognition
Aishwarya has won numerous awards, including:
- Padma Shri (2009): India’s fourth-highest civilian honor.
- Filmfare Awards: Multiple wins for Best Actress and other categories.
- Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2012): A prestigious French honor for her contributions to cinema.
She was also a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival in 2003, becoming one of the first Indian actresses to achieve this honor.
Global Recognition
Aishwarya has appeared in international films such as Bride and Prejudice (2004), The Mistress of Spices (2005), and The Pink Panther 2 (2009). She has been a global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris for over two decades and has represented India on international platforms.
Personal Life
Aishwarya married actor Abhishek Bachchan on April 20, 2007, in a grand ceremony. The couple has a daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, born in 2011.
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