Who is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan? Everything You Need To Know
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The well-known Indian actress, brand ambassador, and former Miss World Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has had a major influence on both the Indian and international entertainment industries.
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She began her career as a model after being born on November 1, 1973, in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, and quickly rose to fame after winning the Miss World crown in 1994. Here is all the information you require about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
Facts of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Bio
Full Name
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (after marriage)
Nickname
Ash, Gullu
Profession(s)
Actress and Model
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)
in centimeters- 170 cm in meters- 1.70 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 7”
Weight (approx.)
in Kilograms- 56 kg in Pounds- 123 lbs
Figure Measurements (approx.)
34-26-36
Eye Colour
Hazel Green Blue
Hair Colour
Black
Personal Life
Date of Birth
1 November 1973
Age (as of 2022)
49 Years
Birthplace
Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Zodiac sign
Scorpio
Signature
Nationality
Indian
Hometown
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
School
Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai
College
Jai Hind College, Mumbai D. G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai
Educational Qualifications
College dropout
Debut
Film Debut: Iruvar (1997, Tamil film) Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997, Bollywood film)
Family
Father– Krishnaraj Rai (Army biologist) Mother– Vrinda Rai (Homemaker) Brother– Aditya Rai (Engineer in merchant navy) Sister– N/A Father-in-law– Amitabh Bachchan (Actor) Mother-in-law– Jaya Bachchan (Actress)
Religion
Hindu
Address
Jalsa, B/2, Kapol Housing Society, VL Mehta Road, Juhu, Mumbai Villa in Sanctuary Falls in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai
Hobbies
Knitting, collecting watches and reading
Controversies
• Sued Star and Style magazine: In 1996, she sued the Star and Style magazine for an amount of 20 million (2 crore INR) for publishing that actress Raveena Tandon had caught her and Akshay Kumar in a compromising position at the poolside of a 5 star hotel.
• Relationship with Salman Khan: Her relationship with Salman Khan from 1999 to 2001 was controverial, and after her break-up she said that she faced abuse (verbal, physical and emotional) from Salman Khan.
• Shakti Kapoor said Aishwarya traded sexual favours: After the casting couch sting operation of Shakti Kapoor in 2005, he said that Aishwarya had traded sexual favors for a spot in Subhash Ghai’s movies. But, later he apologized for his words and considered it as a result of his anger.
• Panama Papers case: In December 2021, she was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the Panama papers. The actress was alleged to have slashed wealth abroad. After ‘The Panama Papers’ case made headlines in 2016, the agency started investigating alleged forex violations in 2017 and issued notices to the Bachchan family asking them to explain their foreign remittances since 2004 under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) of the Reserve Bank of India. On 21 December 2021, the actress appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for recording her statement. According to the agency, Ms. bachchan was the director of One British Virgin Islands-based company that was set up in 2005 and dissolved in 2008.
She has a collection dof luxury watches including Dolce Vita collection (priced at Rs 9 lakhs)
Money Factor
Salary (approx.)
9-10 crore/film (INR)
Net Worth (approx.)
$35 million
Early Life and Education
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was raised in a joint family structure and was born into a middle-class household. Her mother, Brinda Rai, was a housewife, and her father, Krishnaraj Rai, was a biologist in the Army. Aditya Rai, one of her older brothers, is an engineer in the merchant navy.
Aishwarya completed her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir High School in Mumbai and pursued her higher education in architecture at Raheja College in Mumbai. However, she dropped out of college to pursue her modeling career.
Career
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan began her career as a model and quickly became a household name in the Indian modeling industry. She gained national and international recognition after winning the Miss World pageant in 1994, which led to her film debut in Mani Ratnam’s Tamil film Iruvar.
She subsequently made her Bollywood debut in the 1997 movie Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya. She has since made several appearances in Hindi, Tamil, and English-language movies like Bride & Prejudice, Devdas, and Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. For her performance, she has won various honors and awards, including two Filmfare Awards for Best Actress.
Brand Ambassador and Philanthropy
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is well-known for being a brand ambassador for numerous global companies, including as Coca-Cola, Longines, and L’Oreal Paris, in addition to her acting career. She has also served as the Gujarat state of India’s tourism campaign’s brand ambassador.
Aishwarya is actively involved in philanthropic activities and is a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations’ AIDS program. She is also the founder of the Aishwarya Rai Foundation, which works towards improving the lives of people in India by providing healthcare, education, and other essential services.
Personal Life
Aaradhya Bachchan is the name of the couple’s daughter; Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is married to Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan. Aishwarya is renowned for leading a secluded life and shielding her family from the spotlight. She has maintained a dignified and graceful appearance despite spending a long time in the spotlight.
Conclusion
The accomplished Indian actress, former Miss World, and philanthropist Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has had a major influence on the entertainment business. She has captured the hearts of millions of people all across the world with her beauty, talent, and grace. Her commitment to philanthropy and her efforts to better the lives of Indians are absolutely admirable.
