Ayesha Takia Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full Name: Ayesha Takia Azmi

Profession(s): Former Actor, Model, Restaurateur

Date of Birth: 10 April 1986 (Thursday)

Age (as of 2025): 39 Years

Birthplace: Chembur, Mumbai

Zodiac sign: Aries

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Mumbai

Religion/Religious Views: Half Hindu (from father’s side) and half Muslim (from mother’s side)

Ethnicity: Half Gujarati (from father’s side) and half Kashmiri (from mother’s side)

Food Habit: Vegan

Marriage Date: 1 March 2009

Age: 39 Years

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EDUCATION

School: St Anthony’s Girls’ High School, Mumbai

Educational Qualification: High School

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 5″ (165 cm)

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Brown

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Boyfriends: Siddharth Koirala (actor; ex rumoured boyfriend) Ashmit Patel (actor; ex rumoured boyfriend) Farhan Azmi (entrepreneur)

Husband/Spouse: Farhan Azmi

Children: Son – Mikail Azmi Daughter – None

Parents: Father – Nishit Takia (author and life coach) Mother – Faridah Takia (owns a clothing label Twisted Devotion)

Siblings: Brother – None Sister – Natasha Takia (YouTuber)

Husband: Farhan Azmi

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Film (Hindi): Taarzan: The Wonder Car (2004) as Priya Kapoor Film (Telugu): Super (2005) as Siri Valli

Awards: • 2005 : Filmfare Award for Best Debut Actor (Female) for Taarzan: The Wonder Car • 2005 : International Indian Film Academy Award for Best Debut Actor (Female) for Taarzan: The Wonder Car • 2005 : Sabsey Favourite Kaun Award for Nayi Heroine for Taarzan: The Wonder Car • 2006 : GR8! Women Achiever Award for Best Promising Actress • 2007 : Stardust Award (Reader’s Choice) for Best Supporting Actress for Dor • 2007 : Zee Cine Award (Critics Choice) for Best Actress for Dor • 2007 : Screen Award for Best Actress (Critics) for Dor • 2007 : Bengal Film Journalists’ Award for Best Actress (Hindi) for Dor

MONEY FACTOR

Car Collection: • BMW 7 Series • Honda City • BMW X6 • Honda City

OTHER INFORMATION

Hobbies: Reading, Listening to Music, Watching Movies, Dancing, Traveling

Tattoo: On her left wrist : Her mother’s name Faridah

Social Media: • Instagram • Facebook • Twitter

Other Relative(s): Father-in-Law – Abu Azmi (politician)

Actor(s): Amitabh Bachchan , Aamir Khan , Shah Rukh Khan , Johnny Depp

Actress(es): Priyanka Chopra , Rani Mukerji , Sridevi

Film Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Pakistani Artists: Ghulam Ali , Abeeda Parveen

Film(s): Lamhe (1991), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)

Fashion Brand(s): Mango, Zara, Diesel, Fcuk, Guess, G star

Perfume(s): 212 Sexy by Carolina Herrera, Armani Code by Giorgio Armani, Cherie by Christian Dior, True Star by Tommy Hilfiger

Travelling Destination(s): Italy, Malaysia, Singapore, London, Amsterdam

Food: Pizza, Pasta, Wonton Soup, Vada Paav, Salad

Cuisine(s): Indian, Italian

Pet Animal(s): Cat, Dog

Music Genre(s): Hip-Hop, Techno, Trance, Soft rock, Rock, Ghazal, Sufi

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Ayesha Takia was born and raised in the vibrant city of Mumbai, where her early years were filled with the warmth of family and the excitement of youthful ambition. Surrounded by supportive parents, her childhood experiences, including a memorable picture with them, played a significant role in shaping her personality. From a young age, Ayesha demonstrated a flair for performance, appearing alongside fellow actor Shahid Kapoor in a popular television commercial for Complan. This early exposure to the world of advertising ignited her passion for the arts, leading her to participate in various extracurricular activities during her school years, where she thrived in both academics and creative pursuits.

Starting her modeling career at the tender age of four, Ayesha quickly became a prominent child model, participating in numerous modeling assignments that showcased her talent and charm. Her breakthrough moment arrived in 2000 with the Hindi music video “Meri Chunar Udd Udd Jaye” by Falguni Pathak, which catapulted her into the limelight. Following this success, she starred in several other music videos in 2001, including “Jaan Likhu Janam Likhu” and “Nahin Nahin,” further establishing her presence in the entertainment industry. Although her film debut was initially set to be with the project ‘Socha Na Tha,’ its delayed release in 2005 meant that she had to wait a bit longer to make her mark in Bollywood.

Ayesha’s film career truly blossomed in the mid-2000s, with notable performances in movies such as ‘Dor’ (2006), ‘Salaam-E-Ishq’ (2007), ‘De Taali’ (2008), and the blockbuster ‘Wanted’ (2009). Her captivating presence earned her a spot in Zoom TV’s list of India’s 50 Most Desirable Women Alive in 2006, a testament to her growing popularity. The following year, she ventured into the world of web series with ‘Blood Brothers’ and experienced a close call while filming ‘8 x 10 Tasveer’ in 2009, when she was saved from a car accident by none other than Akshay Kumar. After her role in the 2011 film ‘Mod,’ Ayesha decided to take a step back from the film industry, marking a significant transition in her career.

Despite her departure from mainstream cinema, Ayesha remained active in the entertainment sphere, lending her voice to the Hindi song “Zindagi Yeh Zindagi” in 2018 and hosting the Hindi reality TV show ‘Sur Kshetra’ in 2012. Beyond acting, she has embraced roles in various private companies, such as Infinity Hotels and Flavours Hospitality, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit. Ayesha is not just a talented actress but also an advocate for animal welfare and wildlife protection. Her love for animals is evident in her life, as she shares her home with several pet dogs and actively supports organizations like PETA India, even featuring in a vegan advertisement campaign for them.

Throughout her career, Ayesha has encountered both admiration and scrutiny, including reactions to her physical appearance that led to online trolling regarding alleged cosmetic procedures. Nevertheless, she remains resilient and committed to her values, often advocating for the importance of self-acceptance. Ayesha has also expressed her devotion to her faith, observing rozas every year even before her marriage, and has shared her enthusiasm for travel, stating that if she had not pursued acting, she would have loved to host a travel show. With a disciplined approach to fitness through gym workouts, yoga, and meditation, Ayesha Takia exemplifies a multifaceted individual who continues to inspire many beyond her cinematic achievements.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.