Name: Kiara Advani (Real Name: Alia Advani)
Date of Birth: July 31, 1991
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Profession: Actress
Nationality: Indian
Early Life and Education
Kiara was born into a Sindhi family. Her father, Jagdeep Advani, is a businessman, and her mother, Genevieve Jaffrey, is a teacher of Scottish, Irish, Portuguese, and Spanish descent. She has a younger brother, Mishaal Advani.
Kiara studied at Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai and later graduated from Jai Hind College with a degree in Mass Communication. She always aspired to be an actress and took a short acting course with Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares to hone her skills.
Bollywood Career
Kiara made her Bollywood debut with Fugly (2014), a social comedy-drama that received mixed reviews. However, her breakthrough came with her role in MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016), where she played Sakshi Dhoni, the wife of cricketer MS Dhoni.
Filmography
| Year | Film Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Fugly | Devi | Hindi | Debut film |
| 2016 | M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story | Sakshi Singh | Hindi | Biographical sports drama |
| 2017 | Machine | Sarah Thapar | Hindi | Romantic thriller |
| 2018 | Bharat Ane Nenu | Vasumathi | Telugu | Telugu debut |
| 2018 | Lust Stories (Netflix) | Megha | Hindi | Anthology film |
| 2019 | Vinaya Vidheya Rama | Seetha | Telugu | Action film |
| 2019 | Kalank (Cameo) | Lajjo | Hindi | Special appearance |
| 2019 | Kabir Singh | Preeti Sikka | Hindi | One of her biggest hits |
| 2019 | Good Newwz | Monica Batra | Hindi | Comedy-drama |
| 2020 | Guilty (Netflix) | Nanki Dutta | Hindi | Drama/Thriller |
| 2020 | Laxmii | Rashmi Rajput | Hindi | Horror-comedy |
| 2020 | Indoo Ki Jawani | Indira “Indoo” | Hindi | Comedy |
| 2021 | Shershaah | Dimple Cheema | Hindi | Biographical war drama |
| 2022 | Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 | Reet Thakur | Hindi | Horror-comedy, commercial success |
| 2022 | Jugjugg Jeeyo | Nainaa Sharma | Hindi | Family comedy-drama |
| 2022 | Govinda Naam Mera | Suku | Hindi | Comedy thriller |
| 2023 | Satyaprem Ki Katha | Katha Kapadia | Hindi | Romantic drama |
| 2024 | Game Changer (upcoming) | Deepika | Telugu | Political thriller/action |
| 2025 | Don 3 (upcoming) | TBA | Hindi | Action franchise |
| 2025 | War 2 (upcoming) | TBA | Hindi | Spy universe film |
Awards and Recognition
Kiara has been recognized for her performances and is a recipient of several awards, including:
- Zee Cine Award for Best Actress for Shershaah.
- IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress for Good Newwz.
She has also been nominated for her roles in commercially successful films like Kabir Singh.
Personal Life
Kiara changed her name from Alia to Kiara before entering Bollywood, inspired by Priyanka Chopra’s character in the movie Anjaana Anjaani.
She married actor Sidharth Malhotra in February 2023 in a private ceremony attended by close friends and family.
Other Ventures
- Brand Endorsements: Kiara is a popular face in the advertising world, endorsing brands like Myntra, Frooti, and Pond’s.
- Fashion Icon: Known for her elegant and trendy style, Kiara often features on magazine covers and is admired for her sartorial choices.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcKSH_vJnXg&pp=ygUeIEtpYXJhIEFkdmFuaSBpbnRlcnZpZXcgbGF0ZXN0
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kiaraaliaadvani/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/KiaraAdvani/
