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Sridevi Profile and Biography
Name: Sridevi Kapoor
Born : August 13, 1963 (1963-08-13) (age 44)
Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, India
Occupation ; Film actress
Years active: 1967 - 1997
Spouse(s) Boney Kapoor (1996 - present)
Filmfare Awards
Best Actress (Tamil)
1982 Meendum Kokila
Best Actress
1990 Chaalbaaz
1992 Lamhe
Sridevi born on August 13, 1963, is an Indian actress who has starred in hundreds of Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam language films. She started acting at the age of four, and made her debut as an adult in the early 80s. She established herself as one of the leading actresses of her times, and although she left the industry in 1997, she has been regarded by the industry members, as one of the most talented and prominent actresses of India.
Sridevi was born and brought up in Sivakasi, a district in Tamil Nadu. Her mother tongue is Tamil. Her father's name was Ayyapan (a lawyer) and her mother's name was Rajeswari. Sridevi has a sister, Srilatha. She has two step brothers from her father's previous marriage.
Career
Sridevi started her career as a child artist in the Tamil movie Kandhan Karunai (1967) and acted in many Tamil and Telugu movies. During her early adult career, she acted in a number of Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam movies. Many of her Malayalam movies were directed by I. V. Sasi. Some examples of her notable Malayalam movies are: Aadhyapaadam, Aalinganam, Kuttavum Sikshaiyum, Aa Nimisham. In 1976, she got her first big break as a heroine in K. Balachander's Moondru Mudichu, where she starred opposite Kamal Haasan and Rajnikanth. In many ways, this movie was a landmark in Tamil filmdom. It was also one of Rajnikanth's first major movies.
After Moondru Mudhchu, Sridevi had a succession of huge hits with both these Tamil superstars. With Kamal Haasan, she acted in movies such as Guru, Sankarlal, Sigappu Rojakkal, Thaayillamal Naanillai, Meendum Kokila, Vaazhve Maayam, Varumaiyin Niram Sigappu, Neela Malargal, Moondram Pirai, 16 Vayathinile. With Rajnikanth, she acted in movies such as Dharmayuddham, Priya, Pokkiri Raja, Thanikattu Raja, Adutha Varisu, Nan Adimai Illai, etc. She was the number one actress in Tamil films during the period 1979-83.
During the same time, Sridevi also made inroads into Telugu language movies. She acted with all major heroes in Telugu. A number of her Telugu movies were made by K. Raghavendra Rao. With N. T. Rama Rao, she acted in movies such as Konda Veeti Simham, Vetagadu, Sardar Paparayudu, Bobbili Puli etc. With A. Nageswara Rao, she acted in movies such as Mudulla Koduku, Premabhishekham, Bangaru Kanku, Premakanuka etc. With Krishna she acted in movies such as Kanchu Kagada, Kalavari Samsaram, Krishnavatharam, Borripellum Bolludu, Khaidi Rudrayya etc. After Kamal Haasan, Sridevi has acted the most number of movies with Krishna. Towards the tail end of her Telugu career, she started acting in Hindi movies. Many of her initial Hindi movies starred Jeetendra and were remakes of her Telugu movies, mostly directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, and K. Bappaiah.
In 1978, she starred in her first Hindi film, Solva Saawan which failed at the box office. However, her second movie, Himmatwala, went on to be a success and established her status in Bollywood. The film also earned her the famous nickname Thunder Thighs. This was followed by the critically acclaimed drama Sadma, which is often cited by critics as the most definitive child-woman performance of her career. Throughout the 1980s, she starred in a galaxy of box office hits, including Tohfa, Nagina, Mr. India, Chandni and Chaalbaaz, in which her double-role won her the first Hindi Filmfare Best Actress Award. The commercially successful Nagina is remembered for her iconic dance sequence in the film's climax. Her performance in Shekhar Kapur's blockbuster Mr. India won her rave reviews, and her comic-timing was praised. Yash Chopra's poetic fairy-tale mega-hit Chandni earned her another nomination at the Filmfare.
Yash Chopra again directed her in the path-breaking modern day classic Lamhe (1991), where the sensitive and intense double-role act immortalised her forever in Hindi Cinema. It also won her, her second Filmfare Best Actress Award. She followed it with acclaimed performances in films like Khuda Gawah, Gumrah and Laadla. Kshanam Kshanam released in 1992 won her the fourth Filmfare Best Actress Award. She is one of the few Bollywood actresses who dictated terms and for whom exclusive roles were written. The failure of the multicrore Roop ki Rani Choron ka Raja proved to be a major setback. After the drama Judaai (1997), she left the industry in order to marry filmmaker Boney Kapoor and raise her two daughters, Jhanvi and Khushi. Sridevi is crurrently retired from acting, and is more involved as a film producer.
After a six-year hiatus, Sridevi returned to the small screen, briefly, in the popular Sahara sitcom Malini Iyer (2004-2005). She also appeared on Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai for Karishma Kapoor (2004) and as a judge in the TV show Kaboom (2005). She is a member of the Board of Directors at the Asian Academy of film and television. She performed a medley of some of the popular songs previously picturised on herself at the 52nd Filmfare Awards 2007.
Awards and honours
Filmfare Awards
Won
* 1982 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Meendum Kokila
* 1990 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Chaalbaaz
* 1992 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Lamhe
* 1993 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (Telugu) for Kshana Kshanam
Nominated
* 1976 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Moondru Mudichu
* 1977 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for 16 Vayathinile
* 1983 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Moondram pirai
* 1980 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Jhonny
* 1983 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Sadma
* 1990 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Chandni
* 1992 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Khuda Gawah
* 1993 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Gumrah
* 1994 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Laadla
* 1997 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Judaai
Honours
* 1997 - "Kalasaraswathi" award by the Government of Andhra Pradesh [1]
* 2003 - "Lachchu Maharaj Award" [2]
* 2008 - FICCI "Living Legend in Entertainment" award [3]
Filmography
Hindi movies
* Agni Pareeksha [4] (1970 film) (1970 in (child actor)
* Julie (1975 film) (1975) (child actor)
* Solva Sawan (1978)
* Himmatwala (1983)
* Justice Chowdhary (1983)
* Jaani Dost (1983)
* Mawaali (1983)
* Kalakaar (1983)
* Sadma (1983)
* Akalmand (1984)
* Inquilaab (1984)
* Jaag Utha Insaan (1984)
* Naya Kadam (1984)
* Maqsad (1984)
* Tohfa (1984)
* Balidaan (1985)
* Masterji (1985)
* Aakhree Raasta (1986)
* Aag Aur Shola (1986)(cameo)
* Bhagwan Dada (1986)
* Dharam Adhikari (1986)
* Ghar Sansar (1986)
* Nagina (1986)
* Jaanbaaz (1986)(cameo)
* Karma (1986)
* Suhaagan (1986)
* Sultanat (1986)
* Aulaad (1987)
* Himmat Aur Mehnat (1987)
* Nazrana (1987)
* Majaal (1987)
* Joshilay (1987)
* Jawab Hum Denge (1987)
* Mr India (1987)
* Sherni (1988)
* Ram Avtaar (1988)
* Waqt Ki Awaaz (1988)
* Sone Pe Suhagaa (1988)
* Chaalbaaz (1989)
* Chandni (1989)
* Guru (1989)
* Gair Kanooni (1989)
* Nigahein (1989)
* Main Tera Dushman (1989)(cameo)
* Banjaran (1991)
* Farishtay (1991)
* Pathar Ke Insaan (1991)
* Lamhe (1991)
* Khuda Gawah (1992)
* Heer Ranjha (1992)
* Aasman Se Gira (1992)(cameo)
* Chandramukhi (1993)
* Gumrah (1993)
* Gurudev (1993)
* Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (1993)
* Chaand Ka Tukdaa (1994)
* Laadla (1994)
* Army (1996)
* Mr Bechara (1996)
* Kaun Sacha Kaun Jhootha (1997)
* Judaai (1997)
* Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin (2004) (Delayed Release)
* Halla Bol Release on December 21, 2007 ...herself (Special appearance)
Malayalam
* Kumara Sambhavam (1969)
* Swapnangal (1970)
* Poombatta (1971)
* Theertha Yathra (1972)
* Abhinandhanam (1976)
* Aasirvadham (1976)
* Kuttavum Sikshaiyum (1976)
* Aadhyapaadam (1976)
* Aa Nimisham (1977)
* Amme Anupame (1977)
* Angikaram (1977)
* Anthardhanam (1977)
* Nalumani Pookkal (1977)
* Nirakudam (1977)
* Oonjal (1977)
* Sathyavan Savithri (1977)
* Vezhambal (1977)
* Avalude Ravukal (1978)
* Amme Narayana (1984)
* Devaragam (1996)
Tamil
* Nam Naadu (1969)
* Kumagthbhavam (1969)
* Moondru Mudichu (1976) (First movie as heroine.)
* Gayathri (1977)
* Kavikkuyil (1977)
* 16 Vayadhinile (1977) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.) (Source: Popular Tamil films)
* Sayndhadamma Sayndhadu (1977)
* Ayiram Jenmangal (1978)
* Vanakkaththukkuriya Kaadhaliye (1978)
* Ilaya Rani Rajalakshmi (1978)
* Ganga Yamuna Kaveri (1978)
* Ithu Eppadi Irukku (1978)
* Manitharil Iththanai Nirangala (1978)
* Mudisooda Mannan (1978)
* Pilot Premnath (1978)
* Sigappu Rojakkal (1978) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Taxi Driver (1978)
* Priya (1978) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Radhaikketra Kannan (1978)
* Rajavuukeththa Rani (1978)
* Sakka Podu Podu Raja (1978)
* Arumbugal (1979)
* Dharmayuddham (1979)
* Kalyanaraman (1979) (Ran 140 days in Tamil centers.)
* Pagalil Or Iravu (1979)
* Kavariman (1979)
* Neela Malargal (1979)
* Sigappukkal Mookkuthi (1979)
* Thaayillaamal Naanillai (1979)
* Guru (1980)
* Johnny (1980)
* Varumaiyin Niram Sigappu (1980)
* Viswaroopam (1980)
* Sankarlal (1981)
* Dheiyva Thirumanangal (1981)
* Meendum Kokila (1981) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Raanuva Veeran (1981)
* Moondram Pirai (1982) (Ran 329 days in Tamil centers.)
* Deviyin Thirivilaiyadal (1982)
* Thanikkattu Raja (1982)
* Pokkiri Raja (1982) (Ran 148 days in Tamil centers.)
* Vaazhve Maayam (1982) (Ran 200 days in Tamil centers.)
* Adutha Vaarisu (1983)
* Kannan Oru Kai Kuzhandhai
* Idhu Eppadi Irukku
* Saithadhamma Saindhadhu
* Sathyavan Savithri
* Avalukku Nihar Avale
* Kanimutthu Papa
* Pirarthanai
* Naalumani Pookal
* Oonjal
* Santhippu (1983) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Naan Adimai Illai (1986)
* Tucker Raja
* Meenakshiyin Thiruvilaiyaadal
Telugu
* Bangarakka (1977) (First Telugu movie as heroine.)
* Padaharella Vayasu (1978)
* Burripalem Bolludu (1979)
* Kartheeka Deepam (1979)
* Vetagadu (1979)
* Mudulla Koduku (1979)
* Aatagadu (1980)
* Chuttalunnaru Jagratha (1980)
* Devudu Ichchina Koduku (1980)
* Gharana Donga (1980)
* Mama Allulla Saval (1980)
* Premakanuka (1980)
* Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu (1980)
* Sardar Paparayudu (1980)
* Gaja Donga (1980)
* CID (1980)
* Mosagadu (1980)
* Patagadu (1980)
* Akali Rajyam (1981)
* Balanagamma (1981)
* Bhoga Bhagyalu (1981)
* Gharana Gangulu (1981)
* Ghatasari Atta Sugasari Kodalu (1981)
* Konda Veti Simham (1981)
* Premabhishekham (1981) (Ran for more than 500 days in Hyderabad)
* Rani Kasula Rangamma (1981)
* Illalu (1981)
* Satyam Shivam (1981)
* Aadi Vishnulu (1982)
* Anuraga Devata (1982)
* Bangaru Bhoomi (1982)
* Bangaru Koduku (1982)
* Bobbili Puli (1982)
* Devata (1982)
* Justice Chowdury (1984)
* Kalavari Samsaram (1982)
* Krisharjunulu (1982)
* Krishnavatharam (1982)
* Samsher Shankar (1982)
* Vayyari Bhamalu Vagalamari Bharthalu (1982)
* Adavi Simhalu (1983)
* Kirayi Kotigadu (1983)
* Mundadugu (1983)
* Ramarajyamlo Bheemaraju (1983)
* Ramudu Kadu Krishnudu (1983)
* Simham Navindi (1983)
* Sri Ranganeetalu (1983)
* Urantha Sankranthi (1983)
* Kanchu Kagada (1984)
* Kodathrachu (1984)
* Vajrayudham (1985)
* Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu (1985)
* Pachani Kapuram (1985)
* Jayam Manade (1986)
* Khaidi Rudrayya (1986)
* Magudamleni Maharaju (1987)
* Mavoori Magaadu (1987)
* Aakhari Poratam (1988)
* Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari (1990)
* Kshana Kshanam (1991)
* Govinda Govinda(1995)
* S.P.Parshuram (1996)
Born : August 13, 1963 (1963-08-13) (age 44)
Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, India
Occupation ; Film actress
Years active: 1967 - 1997
Spouse(s) Boney Kapoor (1996 - present)
Filmfare Awards
Best Actress (Tamil)
1982 Meendum Kokila
Best Actress
1990 Chaalbaaz
1992 Lamhe
Sridevi born on August 13, 1963, is an Indian actress who has starred in hundreds of Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam language films. She started acting at the age of four, and made her debut as an adult in the early 80s. She established herself as one of the leading actresses of her times, and although she left the industry in 1997, she has been regarded by the industry members, as one of the most talented and prominent actresses of India.
Sridevi was born and brought up in Sivakasi, a district in Tamil Nadu. Her mother tongue is Tamil. Her father's name was Ayyapan (a lawyer) and her mother's name was Rajeswari. Sridevi has a sister, Srilatha. She has two step brothers from her father's previous marriage.
Career
Sridevi started her career as a child artist in the Tamil movie Kandhan Karunai (1967) and acted in many Tamil and Telugu movies. During her early adult career, she acted in a number of Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam movies. Many of her Malayalam movies were directed by I. V. Sasi. Some examples of her notable Malayalam movies are: Aadhyapaadam, Aalinganam, Kuttavum Sikshaiyum, Aa Nimisham. In 1976, she got her first big break as a heroine in K. Balachander's Moondru Mudichu, where she starred opposite Kamal Haasan and Rajnikanth. In many ways, this movie was a landmark in Tamil filmdom. It was also one of Rajnikanth's first major movies.
After Moondru Mudhchu, Sridevi had a succession of huge hits with both these Tamil superstars. With Kamal Haasan, she acted in movies such as Guru, Sankarlal, Sigappu Rojakkal, Thaayillamal Naanillai, Meendum Kokila, Vaazhve Maayam, Varumaiyin Niram Sigappu, Neela Malargal, Moondram Pirai, 16 Vayathinile. With Rajnikanth, she acted in movies such as Dharmayuddham, Priya, Pokkiri Raja, Thanikattu Raja, Adutha Varisu, Nan Adimai Illai, etc. She was the number one actress in Tamil films during the period 1979-83.
During the same time, Sridevi also made inroads into Telugu language movies. She acted with all major heroes in Telugu. A number of her Telugu movies were made by K. Raghavendra Rao. With N. T. Rama Rao, she acted in movies such as Konda Veeti Simham, Vetagadu, Sardar Paparayudu, Bobbili Puli etc. With A. Nageswara Rao, she acted in movies such as Mudulla Koduku, Premabhishekham, Bangaru Kanku, Premakanuka etc. With Krishna she acted in movies such as Kanchu Kagada, Kalavari Samsaram, Krishnavatharam, Borripellum Bolludu, Khaidi Rudrayya etc. After Kamal Haasan, Sridevi has acted the most number of movies with Krishna. Towards the tail end of her Telugu career, she started acting in Hindi movies. Many of her initial Hindi movies starred Jeetendra and were remakes of her Telugu movies, mostly directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, and K. Bappaiah.
In 1978, she starred in her first Hindi film, Solva Saawan which failed at the box office. However, her second movie, Himmatwala, went on to be a success and established her status in Bollywood. The film also earned her the famous nickname Thunder Thighs. This was followed by the critically acclaimed drama Sadma, which is often cited by critics as the most definitive child-woman performance of her career. Throughout the 1980s, she starred in a galaxy of box office hits, including Tohfa, Nagina, Mr. India, Chandni and Chaalbaaz, in which her double-role won her the first Hindi Filmfare Best Actress Award. The commercially successful Nagina is remembered for her iconic dance sequence in the film's climax. Her performance in Shekhar Kapur's blockbuster Mr. India won her rave reviews, and her comic-timing was praised. Yash Chopra's poetic fairy-tale mega-hit Chandni earned her another nomination at the Filmfare.
Yash Chopra again directed her in the path-breaking modern day classic Lamhe (1991), where the sensitive and intense double-role act immortalised her forever in Hindi Cinema. It also won her, her second Filmfare Best Actress Award. She followed it with acclaimed performances in films like Khuda Gawah, Gumrah and Laadla. Kshanam Kshanam released in 1992 won her the fourth Filmfare Best Actress Award. She is one of the few Bollywood actresses who dictated terms and for whom exclusive roles were written. The failure of the multicrore Roop ki Rani Choron ka Raja proved to be a major setback. After the drama Judaai (1997), she left the industry in order to marry filmmaker Boney Kapoor and raise her two daughters, Jhanvi and Khushi. Sridevi is crurrently retired from acting, and is more involved as a film producer.
After a six-year hiatus, Sridevi returned to the small screen, briefly, in the popular Sahara sitcom Malini Iyer (2004-2005). She also appeared on Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai for Karishma Kapoor (2004) and as a judge in the TV show Kaboom (2005). She is a member of the Board of Directors at the Asian Academy of film and television. She performed a medley of some of the popular songs previously picturised on herself at the 52nd Filmfare Awards 2007.
Awards and honours
Filmfare Awards
Won
* 1982 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Meendum Kokila
* 1990 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Chaalbaaz
* 1992 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Lamhe
* 1993 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (Telugu) for Kshana Kshanam
Nominated
* 1976 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Moondru Mudichu
* 1977 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for 16 Vayathinile
* 1983 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Moondram pirai
* 1980 - Filmfare Best Actress Award (South-Tamil) for Jhonny
* 1983 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Sadma
* 1990 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Chandni
* 1992 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Khuda Gawah
* 1993 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Gumrah
* 1994 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Laadla
* 1997 - Filmfare Best Actress Award for Judaai
Honours
* 1997 - "Kalasaraswathi" award by the Government of Andhra Pradesh [1]
* 2003 - "Lachchu Maharaj Award" [2]
* 2008 - FICCI "Living Legend in Entertainment" award [3]
Filmography
Hindi movies
* Agni Pareeksha [4] (1970 film) (1970 in (child actor)
* Julie (1975 film) (1975) (child actor)
* Solva Sawan (1978)
* Himmatwala (1983)
* Justice Chowdhary (1983)
* Jaani Dost (1983)
* Mawaali (1983)
* Kalakaar (1983)
* Sadma (1983)
* Akalmand (1984)
* Inquilaab (1984)
* Jaag Utha Insaan (1984)
* Naya Kadam (1984)
* Maqsad (1984)
* Tohfa (1984)
* Balidaan (1985)
* Masterji (1985)
* Aakhree Raasta (1986)
* Aag Aur Shola (1986)(cameo)
* Bhagwan Dada (1986)
* Dharam Adhikari (1986)
* Ghar Sansar (1986)
* Nagina (1986)
* Jaanbaaz (1986)(cameo)
* Karma (1986)
* Suhaagan (1986)
* Sultanat (1986)
* Aulaad (1987)
* Himmat Aur Mehnat (1987)
* Nazrana (1987)
* Majaal (1987)
* Joshilay (1987)
* Jawab Hum Denge (1987)
* Mr India (1987)
* Sherni (1988)
* Ram Avtaar (1988)
* Waqt Ki Awaaz (1988)
* Sone Pe Suhagaa (1988)
* Chaalbaaz (1989)
* Chandni (1989)
* Guru (1989)
* Gair Kanooni (1989)
* Nigahein (1989)
* Main Tera Dushman (1989)(cameo)
* Banjaran (1991)
* Farishtay (1991)
* Pathar Ke Insaan (1991)
* Lamhe (1991)
* Khuda Gawah (1992)
* Heer Ranjha (1992)
* Aasman Se Gira (1992)(cameo)
* Chandramukhi (1993)
* Gumrah (1993)
* Gurudev (1993)
* Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (1993)
* Chaand Ka Tukdaa (1994)
* Laadla (1994)
* Army (1996)
* Mr Bechara (1996)
* Kaun Sacha Kaun Jhootha (1997)
* Judaai (1997)
* Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin (2004) (Delayed Release)
* Halla Bol Release on December 21, 2007 ...herself (Special appearance)
Malayalam
* Kumara Sambhavam (1969)
* Swapnangal (1970)
* Poombatta (1971)
* Theertha Yathra (1972)
* Abhinandhanam (1976)
* Aasirvadham (1976)
* Kuttavum Sikshaiyum (1976)
* Aadhyapaadam (1976)
* Aa Nimisham (1977)
* Amme Anupame (1977)
* Angikaram (1977)
* Anthardhanam (1977)
* Nalumani Pookkal (1977)
* Nirakudam (1977)
* Oonjal (1977)
* Sathyavan Savithri (1977)
* Vezhambal (1977)
* Avalude Ravukal (1978)
* Amme Narayana (1984)
* Devaragam (1996)
Tamil
* Nam Naadu (1969)
* Kumagthbhavam (1969)
* Moondru Mudichu (1976) (First movie as heroine.)
* Gayathri (1977)
* Kavikkuyil (1977)
* 16 Vayadhinile (1977) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.) (Source: Popular Tamil films)
* Sayndhadamma Sayndhadu (1977)
* Ayiram Jenmangal (1978)
* Vanakkaththukkuriya Kaadhaliye (1978)
* Ilaya Rani Rajalakshmi (1978)
* Ganga Yamuna Kaveri (1978)
* Ithu Eppadi Irukku (1978)
* Manitharil Iththanai Nirangala (1978)
* Mudisooda Mannan (1978)
* Pilot Premnath (1978)
* Sigappu Rojakkal (1978) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Taxi Driver (1978)
* Priya (1978) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Radhaikketra Kannan (1978)
* Rajavuukeththa Rani (1978)
* Sakka Podu Podu Raja (1978)
* Arumbugal (1979)
* Dharmayuddham (1979)
* Kalyanaraman (1979) (Ran 140 days in Tamil centers.)
* Pagalil Or Iravu (1979)
* Kavariman (1979)
* Neela Malargal (1979)
* Sigappukkal Mookkuthi (1979)
* Thaayillaamal Naanillai (1979)
* Guru (1980)
* Johnny (1980)
* Varumaiyin Niram Sigappu (1980)
* Viswaroopam (1980)
* Sankarlal (1981)
* Dheiyva Thirumanangal (1981)
* Meendum Kokila (1981) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Raanuva Veeran (1981)
* Moondram Pirai (1982) (Ran 329 days in Tamil centers.)
* Deviyin Thirivilaiyadal (1982)
* Thanikkattu Raja (1982)
* Pokkiri Raja (1982) (Ran 148 days in Tamil centers.)
* Vaazhve Maayam (1982) (Ran 200 days in Tamil centers.)
* Adutha Vaarisu (1983)
* Kannan Oru Kai Kuzhandhai
* Idhu Eppadi Irukku
* Saithadhamma Saindhadhu
* Sathyavan Savithri
* Avalukku Nihar Avale
* Kanimutthu Papa
* Pirarthanai
* Naalumani Pookal
* Oonjal
* Santhippu (1983) (Ran 175 days in Tamil centers.)
* Naan Adimai Illai (1986)
* Tucker Raja
* Meenakshiyin Thiruvilaiyaadal
Telugu
* Bangarakka (1977) (First Telugu movie as heroine.)
* Padaharella Vayasu (1978)
* Burripalem Bolludu (1979)
* Kartheeka Deepam (1979)
* Vetagadu (1979)
* Mudulla Koduku (1979)
* Aatagadu (1980)
* Chuttalunnaru Jagratha (1980)
* Devudu Ichchina Koduku (1980)
* Gharana Donga (1980)
* Mama Allulla Saval (1980)
* Premakanuka (1980)
* Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu (1980)
* Sardar Paparayudu (1980)
* Gaja Donga (1980)
* CID (1980)
* Mosagadu (1980)
* Patagadu (1980)
* Akali Rajyam (1981)
* Balanagamma (1981)
* Bhoga Bhagyalu (1981)
* Gharana Gangulu (1981)
* Ghatasari Atta Sugasari Kodalu (1981)
* Konda Veti Simham (1981)
* Premabhishekham (1981) (Ran for more than 500 days in Hyderabad)
* Rani Kasula Rangamma (1981)
* Illalu (1981)
* Satyam Shivam (1981)
* Aadi Vishnulu (1982)
* Anuraga Devata (1982)
* Bangaru Bhoomi (1982)
* Bangaru Koduku (1982)
* Bobbili Puli (1982)
* Devata (1982)
* Justice Chowdury (1984)
* Kalavari Samsaram (1982)
* Krisharjunulu (1982)
* Krishnavatharam (1982)
* Samsher Shankar (1982)
* Vayyari Bhamalu Vagalamari Bharthalu (1982)
* Adavi Simhalu (1983)
* Kirayi Kotigadu (1983)
* Mundadugu (1983)
* Ramarajyamlo Bheemaraju (1983)
* Ramudu Kadu Krishnudu (1983)
* Simham Navindi (1983)
* Sri Ranganeetalu (1983)
* Urantha Sankranthi (1983)
* Kanchu Kagada (1984)
* Kodathrachu (1984)
* Vajrayudham (1985)
* Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu (1985)
* Pachani Kapuram (1985)
* Jayam Manade (1986)
* Khaidi Rudrayya (1986)
* Magudamleni Maharaju (1987)
* Mavoori Magaadu (1987)
* Aakhari Poratam (1988)
* Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari (1990)
* Kshana Kshanam (1991)
* Govinda Govinda(1995)
* S.P.Parshuram (1996)
Aishwarya Rai Profile and Biography
Name : Aishwarya Rai
Date of Birth : 1st November 1973
Place of Birth : Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Sign : Scorpio
Height : 5' 7
Eyes : grey green
Hair : Brown
Languages Spoken : English, Hindi, Kannada
Marital Status : Single
Profession : Acterss, Model
Awards / Achivements : Miss World title at Sun City in 1994;
Miss Femina World (Miss India 1st Runners Up) 1994
Nicknames : Ash, Aishu, Gullu
Spouse(s) : Abhishek Bachchan (2007–present)
Other name(s) : Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Age : 35
Wanted to study medicine, but circumstances prevented her.
Miss World 1994.
Dated Salman Khan.
Was offered Rani Mukherjee's role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
Runner up, Miss India 1994
Ambassador (spokesperson) for Longines watches since 1999.
Daughter of Vrinda Rai
Sister of Aditya Rai
In April 2003, she suffered an accident on the sets of Khakee (2004) when a car driven by a stuntman got out of control, hit her, took her down a crevice, and slammed her into a cactus plant. She broke a bone in one foot and suffered severe cuts, and she was rushed to a hospital. The incident rekindled the discussion about poor safety standards on Bollywood film sets.
The first Indian actress to be on the jury of the Cannes International Film Festival.
Has made over 50 music videos in only seven years.
Despite the fact that she is adorned with jewelry in her music videos and movies, she is apparently not too fond of it.
Created a frenzy at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival when she arrived at the premiere of her film _Devdas (2002)_ in a coach and wearing a beautiful yellow-orange-embroidered sari.
Was originally cast in the role of Jwala in the film _The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey (2005)_, but dropped out before filming started due to contract problems. The role was later given to Amisha Patel.
Loves collecting watches.
Made her first commercial for Camlin pencils when she was in the 9th grade.
Was the face of Coca Cola South Asia as well as the Middle East.
Favorite subject in college was Zoology.
Has achieved iconic status all over South Asia.
Is featured in the 2004 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records.
In a poll conducted by Hello magazine, she was voted the number-one attractive woman of 2003, beating actresses such as Nicole Kidman, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Gwyneth Paltrow.
In April 2003, L'Oréal signed her as its new international brand ambassador (spokesperson).
The first Bollywood star to appear in Rolling Stone magazine (Issue 932, October 2, 2003)
Gained 20 pounds for Bride & Prejudice (2004) because she didn't want her character to look like a supermodel and also felt that it would add a sense of realism to the character.
Is an ethnic Bunt, like fellow actors Shilpa Shetty and Sunil Shetty. The Bunts are a South Indian community from Mangalore who mainly speak Tulu, which is Aishwarya's mother tongue.
Turned down the lead in Munnabhai M.B.B.S. (2003). The role was given to Gracy Singh.
Turned down the role of Mastani in the film _Bajirao Mastani (2005)_.
The first movie star she ever met was Rekha. Aishwarya was still in high school at the time and was a model. While at a grocery store with her mother, Aishwarya was tapped on the shoulder by none other than Rekha herself. Rekha recognized Aishwarya from her modeling ads. She complimented the young Aishwarya on her good looks and wished her all the best.
Is fluent in the languages English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Urdu.
Was originally intended for the role of Priya in the film _Chalte Chalte (2003)_.
Aamir Khan and Aishwarya Rai are the only stars to advertise for both Coca Cola and Pepsi.
Before she was famous, she auditioned to do voice-dubbing for a television serial and was rejected.
Shahrukh Khan recommended her to play Kaurwaki in the film Asoka (2001). But the director wanted to cast someone who hadn't already been paired with Shahrukh as a leading lady.
After winning the title of Miss World in 1994, the host of the event, Richard Steinmetz, actually asked Aishwarya out. But being a professional, she refused right away.
Sued the magazine Star and Style for a sum of Rs 20 million (2 crore) for printing an article claiming that actress Raveena Tandon had caught her and Akshay Kumar in a compromising position at the poolside of a five- star hotel.
During the filming of the song 'Dola Re Dola' from the movie _Devdas (2002)_, Aishwarya's ears were bleeding because to the heavy earrings she had to wear, but she continued to perform anyway.
Is a trained classical dancer. She learnt classical dance and music for five years while in her teens.
Has a puppy named Sunshine, which was given to her as a gift by friend Vivek Oberoi.
Won the title of Miss Photogenic in the 1994 Miss World Pageant.
Has won over 100 awards since 1994 when she was 20.
Is good friends with actress Preity Zinta.
Has gained a cult following in Pakistan.
Was listed in Time magazine as one of 100 most influential people in the world (The 2004 TIME 100).
Ran the Olympic-torch relay in June 2004.
Turned down a role in San wa (2005) due to her touring schedule. The role was eventually given to Mallika Sherawat.
Has refused to work with Salman Khan after their break-up, in spite of several offers.
Has over 17,000 Web sites dedicated to her.
In 2004, Aishwarya became the first Bollywood and Indian actress to have her own statue at London's Madame Tussauds museum.
On January 2nd, 2005, she became the first Indian actress to be interviewed on "60 Minutes" (1968).
Voted #9 in Harpers and Queen magazine's list of the 100 most beautiful women of today. (Harpers and Queen, June 6, 2005)
A tulip produced in 2005 was named for her.
Member of the jury at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival.
When Oprah Winfrey saw Aishwarya's interview on "60 Minutes" (1968), she was so fascinated by her that she got a hold of Ash and invited her to be a guest on her show. On April 25, 2005, Aishwarya became the first Indian and South Asian actress to be featured on _"Oprah Winfrey Show, The" (1986)_.
Turned down a small role as Breseis in the film Troy (2004).
Director Andy Tennant offered her a small part in _Hitch (2005)_, but she was busy filming Bride and Prejudice at the time.
Turned down the role of Anna in A Sublime Love Story: Barsaat (2005).
In the summer of 2005, Mattel released limited-edition Barbie dolls inspired by Aishwarya and her costumes. They were released only in Britain and sold out within minutes. These dolls are now considered rare collectibles among fans.
Her favourite film is Casablanca.
Was voted number 12 on VH1's 50 Sexiest Actresses of the Last 20 Years. (December 2005)
Roger Ebert has said he considers her the most beautiful actress in the world.
Was voted as E's 7th sexiest celebrity in the world
The first actress from India to get signed on with the American Library Association and also have a poster made of her for schools and library's all across America.
Was originally signed on to play the part of Simmi in Bluffmaster! (2005), but was replaced without any notice by Priyanka Chopra. Director Rohan Sippy then gave Aishwarya a "special thanks" in the end credits as an apology.
Turned down the part of Sandhya in _Saamna (2006)_.
When President George W. Bush visited India in March 2006, he invited Aishwarya, along with Aamir Khan, to a luncheon. Aishwarya could not attend because she was in Brazil at the time filming for Dhoom:2 (2006).
Was considered for the role of Priya in Krrish (2006).
Turned down the lead in Corporate (2006) because she didn't have any dates available for filming. The role was given to Bipasha Basu.
In mid 2001, Aishwarya started work on two films titled Radheshyam Seetaram and Hum Panchhi Ek Daal Ke. For reasons unknown, filming stopped on these films in February 2002. Filming was never completed and the films have now been shelved. The only glimpse of the movies that exist for the public to see are photographs from the sets and publicity shots.
Performed to an audience of 85,000 in Melbourne, Australia at the closing ceremony of the 2006 Commonwealth Games with 800 backup dancers. (March 2006)
Was cast with a small role in Lajja (2001), but was dropped because there were already too many major stars in the film.
When Karan Johar asked Aishwarya on his talk show which film she wishes she could have been a part of, she responded _Khamoshi: The Musical (1996)_.
Is the second Indian actress to appear on the cover of TIME magazine in 2003. The first was Parveen Babi in 1976.
Featured in People Magazine as one of the 100 Most Beautiful People in the World. (Issue May,8,2006)
Was considered for the role of Kalyani in Water (2005/I).
Got her education at Arya Vidya Mandir and DG Ruparel College, both in Bombay, India. She was also accepted into Raheja College of Architecture in Bombay, but never went.
Good friends with fellow Indian superstar and icon, Madhuri Dixit. The two worked together in the super-hit and widely acclaimed Devdas.
Listed as number 3 of 'Top Bollywood Actresses' of 2006. (rediff.com, 8-25- 2006)
Caused a day long traffic jam in Dubai, United Arab Emirates while filming a soap commercial. People would stop for hours just to catch a glimpse of their favorite actress. (September 5, 2006)
Listed #3 by UK magazine Eastern Eye one of "Asia's Sexiest Women" (Sept/ 2006).
Is the most photographed woman in India.
She was the first choice for the role of Jane Smith in Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005), but she turned it down due to filming conflicts.
She secured 90% marks in HSC at Ruparel college in Mumbai.
Her Pepsi ad with Aamir Khan was shot in one night during the infamous Bombay riots.
Has been in seven movies with now husband Abhishek Bachchan, more than with any other actor.
Came in #1 in BollySpice.com Magazine's list of "Top 10 Actresses of 2006".
Turned down the part of Malvika Talwar in Baabul (2006).
In January 2007, she announced that she has accepted a marriage proposal from current boyfriend, actor Abhishek Bachchan.
Is often referred to as "the most beautiful woman in the world".
In 2005, Hugh M. Hefner attempted to create and Indian version of Playboy for India, which would feature South Asian women and Indian pop culture articles, but no nudity. He wanted to have Aishwarya on the cover of the first issue. The magazine was rejected.
Twice turned down the lead in the Hindi version of Chandramukhi (2005).
Was invited in 2005 to be a presenter at The 77th Annual Academy Awards (2005) (TV), but was unable to attend because she was busy filming for The Mistress of Spices (2005).
Is active in various charities and often visits orphanages.
Her favorite Western designer is Giorgio Armani. Whenever she is in London, clothes are taken to her hotel for her to choose from.
Is the second of five Indian women to win the Miss World title. The first was Reita Faria, who won in 1966. Others include Diana Hayden who won in 1997, Yukta Mookhey in 1999, and Priyanka Chopra in 2000.
Has appeared on more magazine covers worldwide than any other Bollywood or Indian star.
Director Brett Ratner is a fan of Aishwarya's and he wanted her to be cast in Rush Hour 3 (2007), but she turned down the offer.
Was considered for the part of Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale (2006).
Her wax statue at Madame Tussauds Museum in London was borrowed by the museum in New York for six weeks. The statue was flown to New York and made its debut on August 15, 2007, making her the first Indian actress in the American version of the museum.
About 15 kilos of henna was special ordered from Sojat in Rajasthan for the henna ceremony before her wedding.
Her wedding invitations were embossed with two entwined As and delivered along with a box of chocolate meringues. Within the invitation was also a poem about new beginnings written by Amitabh Bachchan's father and renowned poet Harivash Rai Bachchan.
Her wedding ceremony lasted a total of three days. It was the most awaited and talked about wedding in years and the press followed it like Princess Diana's wedding.
For her 34th birthday, she went to go see Beyonce Knowles in concert in Mumbai.
Turned down the role of Neha in Dostana (2008) because she felt that her real life marriage to Abhishek Bachchan wouldn't work well for their characters.
Forbes listed her in the 387th position out of 1,411 actors as the most bankable Indian star in Hollywood. (February 2009).
The youngest actress to receive the Padmi Shri award, the fourth highest civilian honor, from the Government of India for her contribution to cinema.
BIOGRAPHY
Aishwarya Rai was born in the south indian state of Karnataka in Manglore on 1st Nov 1973. She was younger of the two siblings, her brother being 3 yrs elder. When she was about 4 years old her family moved to Bombay permanatly. Her father worked as a merchant navy officer. Aishwarya did her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir, Santacruz. Academically, she did very well and earned her position as the head girl of her school. Ash chose the science stream while at DG Ruparel College, her favorite subject being Zoology. Aishwarya wanted to do medicine, but circumstances didn't let her. Instead she chose Architecture and passed the interview at Raheja College with flying colors. By this time, Aishwarya had started getting modelling assignments. She then decided to take a break from architecture and concentrate on modelling. From that point there was no looking back. Ash became a household name with the pepsi ad campaign. She was crowned Miss Femina World and went on to win the Miss world title at Sun City in 1994. Ash had now joined the Bollywood film industry and working under many prestigious banners.
Date of Birth : 1st November 1973
Place of Birth : Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Sign : Scorpio
Height : 5' 7
Eyes : grey green
Hair : Brown
Languages Spoken : English, Hindi, Kannada
Marital Status : Single
Profession : Acterss, Model
Awards / Achivements : Miss World title at Sun City in 1994;
Miss Femina World (Miss India 1st Runners Up) 1994
Nicknames : Ash, Aishu, Gullu
Spouse(s) : Abhishek Bachchan (2007–present)
Other name(s) : Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Age : 35
Wanted to study medicine, but circumstances prevented her.
Miss World 1994.
Dated Salman Khan.
Was offered Rani Mukherjee's role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
Runner up, Miss India 1994
Ambassador (spokesperson) for Longines watches since 1999.
Daughter of Vrinda Rai
Sister of Aditya Rai
In April 2003, she suffered an accident on the sets of Khakee (2004) when a car driven by a stuntman got out of control, hit her, took her down a crevice, and slammed her into a cactus plant. She broke a bone in one foot and suffered severe cuts, and she was rushed to a hospital. The incident rekindled the discussion about poor safety standards on Bollywood film sets.
The first Indian actress to be on the jury of the Cannes International Film Festival.
Has made over 50 music videos in only seven years.
Despite the fact that she is adorned with jewelry in her music videos and movies, she is apparently not too fond of it.
Created a frenzy at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival when she arrived at the premiere of her film _Devdas (2002)_ in a coach and wearing a beautiful yellow-orange-embroidered sari.
Was originally cast in the role of Jwala in the film _The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey (2005)_, but dropped out before filming started due to contract problems. The role was later given to Amisha Patel.
Loves collecting watches.
Made her first commercial for Camlin pencils when she was in the 9th grade.
Was the face of Coca Cola South Asia as well as the Middle East.
Favorite subject in college was Zoology.
Has achieved iconic status all over South Asia.
Is featured in the 2004 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records.
In a poll conducted by Hello magazine, she was voted the number-one attractive woman of 2003, beating actresses such as Nicole Kidman, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Gwyneth Paltrow.
In April 2003, L'Oréal signed her as its new international brand ambassador (spokesperson).
The first Bollywood star to appear in Rolling Stone magazine (Issue 932, October 2, 2003)
Gained 20 pounds for Bride & Prejudice (2004) because she didn't want her character to look like a supermodel and also felt that it would add a sense of realism to the character.
Is an ethnic Bunt, like fellow actors Shilpa Shetty and Sunil Shetty. The Bunts are a South Indian community from Mangalore who mainly speak Tulu, which is Aishwarya's mother tongue.
Turned down the lead in Munnabhai M.B.B.S. (2003). The role was given to Gracy Singh.
Turned down the role of Mastani in the film _Bajirao Mastani (2005)_.
The first movie star she ever met was Rekha. Aishwarya was still in high school at the time and was a model. While at a grocery store with her mother, Aishwarya was tapped on the shoulder by none other than Rekha herself. Rekha recognized Aishwarya from her modeling ads. She complimented the young Aishwarya on her good looks and wished her all the best.
Is fluent in the languages English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Urdu.
Was originally intended for the role of Priya in the film _Chalte Chalte (2003)_.
Aamir Khan and Aishwarya Rai are the only stars to advertise for both Coca Cola and Pepsi.
Before she was famous, she auditioned to do voice-dubbing for a television serial and was rejected.
Shahrukh Khan recommended her to play Kaurwaki in the film Asoka (2001). But the director wanted to cast someone who hadn't already been paired with Shahrukh as a leading lady.
After winning the title of Miss World in 1994, the host of the event, Richard Steinmetz, actually asked Aishwarya out. But being a professional, she refused right away.
Sued the magazine Star and Style for a sum of Rs 20 million (2 crore) for printing an article claiming that actress Raveena Tandon had caught her and Akshay Kumar in a compromising position at the poolside of a five- star hotel.
During the filming of the song 'Dola Re Dola' from the movie _Devdas (2002)_, Aishwarya's ears were bleeding because to the heavy earrings she had to wear, but she continued to perform anyway.
Is a trained classical dancer. She learnt classical dance and music for five years while in her teens.
Has a puppy named Sunshine, which was given to her as a gift by friend Vivek Oberoi.
Won the title of Miss Photogenic in the 1994 Miss World Pageant.
Has won over 100 awards since 1994 when she was 20.
Is good friends with actress Preity Zinta.
Has gained a cult following in Pakistan.
Was listed in Time magazine as one of 100 most influential people in the world (The 2004 TIME 100).
Ran the Olympic-torch relay in June 2004.
Turned down a role in San wa (2005) due to her touring schedule. The role was eventually given to Mallika Sherawat.
Has refused to work with Salman Khan after their break-up, in spite of several offers.
Has over 17,000 Web sites dedicated to her.
In 2004, Aishwarya became the first Bollywood and Indian actress to have her own statue at London's Madame Tussauds museum.
On January 2nd, 2005, she became the first Indian actress to be interviewed on "60 Minutes" (1968).
Voted #9 in Harpers and Queen magazine's list of the 100 most beautiful women of today. (Harpers and Queen, June 6, 2005)
A tulip produced in 2005 was named for her.
Member of the jury at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival.
When Oprah Winfrey saw Aishwarya's interview on "60 Minutes" (1968), she was so fascinated by her that she got a hold of Ash and invited her to be a guest on her show. On April 25, 2005, Aishwarya became the first Indian and South Asian actress to be featured on _"Oprah Winfrey Show, The" (1986)_.
Turned down a small role as Breseis in the film Troy (2004).
Director Andy Tennant offered her a small part in _Hitch (2005)_, but she was busy filming Bride and Prejudice at the time.
Turned down the role of Anna in A Sublime Love Story: Barsaat (2005).
In the summer of 2005, Mattel released limited-edition Barbie dolls inspired by Aishwarya and her costumes. They were released only in Britain and sold out within minutes. These dolls are now considered rare collectibles among fans.
Her favourite film is Casablanca.
Was voted number 12 on VH1's 50 Sexiest Actresses of the Last 20 Years. (December 2005)
Roger Ebert has said he considers her the most beautiful actress in the world.
Was voted as E's 7th sexiest celebrity in the world
The first actress from India to get signed on with the American Library Association and also have a poster made of her for schools and library's all across America.
Was originally signed on to play the part of Simmi in Bluffmaster! (2005), but was replaced without any notice by Priyanka Chopra. Director Rohan Sippy then gave Aishwarya a "special thanks" in the end credits as an apology.
Turned down the part of Sandhya in _Saamna (2006)_.
When President George W. Bush visited India in March 2006, he invited Aishwarya, along with Aamir Khan, to a luncheon. Aishwarya could not attend because she was in Brazil at the time filming for Dhoom:2 (2006).
Was considered for the role of Priya in Krrish (2006).
Turned down the lead in Corporate (2006) because she didn't have any dates available for filming. The role was given to Bipasha Basu.
In mid 2001, Aishwarya started work on two films titled Radheshyam Seetaram and Hum Panchhi Ek Daal Ke. For reasons unknown, filming stopped on these films in February 2002. Filming was never completed and the films have now been shelved. The only glimpse of the movies that exist for the public to see are photographs from the sets and publicity shots.
Performed to an audience of 85,000 in Melbourne, Australia at the closing ceremony of the 2006 Commonwealth Games with 800 backup dancers. (March 2006)
Was cast with a small role in Lajja (2001), but was dropped because there were already too many major stars in the film.
When Karan Johar asked Aishwarya on his talk show which film she wishes she could have been a part of, she responded _Khamoshi: The Musical (1996)_.
Is the second Indian actress to appear on the cover of TIME magazine in 2003. The first was Parveen Babi in 1976.
Featured in People Magazine as one of the 100 Most Beautiful People in the World. (Issue May,8,2006)
Was considered for the role of Kalyani in Water (2005/I).
Got her education at Arya Vidya Mandir and DG Ruparel College, both in Bombay, India. She was also accepted into Raheja College of Architecture in Bombay, but never went.
Good friends with fellow Indian superstar and icon, Madhuri Dixit. The two worked together in the super-hit and widely acclaimed Devdas.
Listed as number 3 of 'Top Bollywood Actresses' of 2006. (rediff.com, 8-25- 2006)
Caused a day long traffic jam in Dubai, United Arab Emirates while filming a soap commercial. People would stop for hours just to catch a glimpse of their favorite actress. (September 5, 2006)
Listed #3 by UK magazine Eastern Eye one of "Asia's Sexiest Women" (Sept/ 2006).
Is the most photographed woman in India.
She was the first choice for the role of Jane Smith in Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005), but she turned it down due to filming conflicts.
She secured 90% marks in HSC at Ruparel college in Mumbai.
Her Pepsi ad with Aamir Khan was shot in one night during the infamous Bombay riots.
Has been in seven movies with now husband Abhishek Bachchan, more than with any other actor.
Came in #1 in BollySpice.com Magazine's list of "Top 10 Actresses of 2006".
Turned down the part of Malvika Talwar in Baabul (2006).
In January 2007, she announced that she has accepted a marriage proposal from current boyfriend, actor Abhishek Bachchan.
Is often referred to as "the most beautiful woman in the world".
In 2005, Hugh M. Hefner attempted to create and Indian version of Playboy for India, which would feature South Asian women and Indian pop culture articles, but no nudity. He wanted to have Aishwarya on the cover of the first issue. The magazine was rejected.
Twice turned down the lead in the Hindi version of Chandramukhi (2005).
Was invited in 2005 to be a presenter at The 77th Annual Academy Awards (2005) (TV), but was unable to attend because she was busy filming for The Mistress of Spices (2005).
Is active in various charities and often visits orphanages.
Her favorite Western designer is Giorgio Armani. Whenever she is in London, clothes are taken to her hotel for her to choose from.
Is the second of five Indian women to win the Miss World title. The first was Reita Faria, who won in 1966. Others include Diana Hayden who won in 1997, Yukta Mookhey in 1999, and Priyanka Chopra in 2000.
Has appeared on more magazine covers worldwide than any other Bollywood or Indian star.
Director Brett Ratner is a fan of Aishwarya's and he wanted her to be cast in Rush Hour 3 (2007), but she turned down the offer.
Was considered for the part of Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale (2006).
Her wax statue at Madame Tussauds Museum in London was borrowed by the museum in New York for six weeks. The statue was flown to New York and made its debut on August 15, 2007, making her the first Indian actress in the American version of the museum.
About 15 kilos of henna was special ordered from Sojat in Rajasthan for the henna ceremony before her wedding.
Her wedding invitations were embossed with two entwined As and delivered along with a box of chocolate meringues. Within the invitation was also a poem about new beginnings written by Amitabh Bachchan's father and renowned poet Harivash Rai Bachchan.
Her wedding ceremony lasted a total of three days. It was the most awaited and talked about wedding in years and the press followed it like Princess Diana's wedding.
For her 34th birthday, she went to go see Beyonce Knowles in concert in Mumbai.
Turned down the role of Neha in Dostana (2008) because she felt that her real life marriage to Abhishek Bachchan wouldn't work well for their characters.
Forbes listed her in the 387th position out of 1,411 actors as the most bankable Indian star in Hollywood. (February 2009).
The youngest actress to receive the Padmi Shri award, the fourth highest civilian honor, from the Government of India for her contribution to cinema.
BIOGRAPHY
Aishwarya Rai was born in the south indian state of Karnataka in Manglore on 1st Nov 1973. She was younger of the two siblings, her brother being 3 yrs elder. When she was about 4 years old her family moved to Bombay permanatly. Her father worked as a merchant navy officer. Aishwarya did her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir, Santacruz. Academically, she did very well and earned her position as the head girl of her school. Ash chose the science stream while at DG Ruparel College, her favorite subject being Zoology. Aishwarya wanted to do medicine, but circumstances didn't let her. Instead she chose Architecture and passed the interview at Raheja College with flying colors. By this time, Aishwarya had started getting modelling assignments. She then decided to take a break from architecture and concentrate on modelling. From that point there was no looking back. Ash became a household name with the pepsi ad campaign. She was crowned Miss Femina World and went on to win the Miss world title at Sun City in 1994. Ash had now joined the Bollywood film industry and working under many prestigious banners.
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