Vidya-Balan
Born: 1979-01-01
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Vidya Balan is a famous Indian actress, Brand Ambassador and Author.
Vidya Balan is a famous Indian actress, Brand Ambassador and Author.
Vidya Balan is an Indian actress born on 1 January 1979 in Chembur, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India into a Tamil Brahmin family. They speak a mix of Tamil and Malayalam at her home in Palakkad. The Bengali film "Bhalo Theko" is the first movie for Vidya. She completed her master's degree at the University of Bombay. Vidya Balan has received many awards, and on 31 March 2014, the Government of India honored her with the Padma Shri.
Vidya Balan is an Indian actress born on 1 January 1979 in Chembur, Mumbai,
Maharashtra, India into a Tamil Brahmin family. They speak a mix of Tamil and Malayalam at her home in Palakkad. The Bengali film "Bhalo Theko" is the first movie for Vidya. She completed her master's degree at the University of Bombay. Vidya Balan has received many awards, and on 31 March 2014, the Government of India honored her with the Padma Shri.
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Personal details
- Height 5'4 \ (163 cm)
- Born January 01, 1979 · Chembur, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Relatives Aditya Roy Kapur, Kunal Roy Kapur
FAQ
Vidya P Balan
January 1, 1979, in Chembur, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Yes, National Film Award for Best Actress for The Dirty Picture in 2012.
Yes, Bengali, Tamil, and Malayalam films, and dubbed in 9 Indian languages for ads.
Yes, she has an elder sister named Priya Balan.
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Trivia
Vidya Balan rejected from over 12 South Indian films early in her career due to "bad luck" superstition — but overcame it with Parineeta.
Quotes
“I’m not trying to fit into a stereotype. I’m just being myself.”
“It’s not about size zero. It’s about being healthy and happy in your own skin.”
Trademarks
Powerful female roles
Traditional Indian sarees
Confident body image and natural look
Nicknames
Lady Khan
Saree Queen
Salaries
₹3 to ₹6 crore per film
₹1 to ₹2 crore for OTT releases and women-centric projects
₹20–30 lakh per major brand endorsement
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