Minissha Lamba Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Other Name: Minesha Lamba [1] Twitter – Minissha Lamba

Nickname(s): Mini [2] Instagram – Minissha Lamba

Profession(s): Actor, Poker Player, Dancer, Theatre Artist, Former Model

Date of Birth: 18 January 1985 (Friday)

Age (as of 2025): 40 Years

Birthplace: Aurangabad, Maharashtra

Zodiac sign: Capricorn

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: New Delhi

Religion: Sikhism [4] Quartz

Marriage Date: 6 July 2015 (court marriage)

Age: 40 Years

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EDUCATION

School(s): • Chettinad Vidyashram School in Chennai • Army Public School in Srinagar

College/University: Miranda House–Delhi University, New Delhi

Educational Qualification: BA English Major (Hons.) [3] News 18

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters- 157 cm in meters- 1.57 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 2”

Weight (approx.): in Kilograms- 55 kg in Pounds- 121 lbs

Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-30-34

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Brown

Height: 5′ 2″

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Divorced

Affairs/Boyfriends: • Aarya Babbar (actor) • Chris Gayle (cricketer; rumoured) [6] Deccan Chronicle • Ryan Tham • Akash Malik (businessman; met for the first in 2019 at a Poker Championship)

Husband/Spouse: Ryan Tham (owner of Juhu Night Club in Mumbai; cousin of Pooja Bedi ) (m. 2015; div. 2020)

Parents: Father – Kawel Lamba (army personnel) Mother – Manju Lamba

Siblings: Brother – Karanbir Lamba (manager at Snapchat; married to the Indian celebrity stylist Aastha Sharma) Sister – None

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Film (Hindi): Yahaan (2005) as Adaa Film (Punjabi): Heer & Hero (2013) as Maahi

OTHER INFORMATION

Sexual Orientation: Straight

Hobbies: Dancing, Singing, Travelling

Tattoo(s): • On her right wrist: A red-coloured hear • On her left leg: A flower tattoo

Actor(s): Ajay Devgan , Salman Khan , Ranbir Kapoor , Leonardo DiCaprio

Actress: Madhuri Dixit

Singer(s): Lady Gaga , Mariah Carey, Sunidhi Chauhan , Rekha Bhardwaj

Music Genre(s): Pop, RnB, Club Mix, Bollywood

Food: Dosa, Sambhar, Idli, Carrotcake

Street Food: Kebab, Chaat

Colour: Black

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Minissha Lamba, a talented actress and model, hails from the bustling city of Delhi, where she spent her formative years. Her childhood was filled with aspirations, captured in a nostalgic photograph alongside the legendary actress Rekha. Even as a young girl, Lamba showcased her potential in the entertainment industry by appearing in various print advertisements for well-known brands such as Vigil Soap and Cadbury’s Enriche. These early ventures hinted at her future in the limelight, but during her college years at Miranda House, Delhi University, she had her share of mischievousness, often skipping classes. In a candid interview, she humorously remarked about the lack of motivation due to the absence of boys at an all-girls college, declaring, “I was too busy doing summer jobs.”

As she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English (Honors), Lamba continued to break into the advertising scene, featuring in commercials for brands like Sunsilk, LG, and Airtel. Her vibrant presence also graced the Femina Generation “W” advertisement, further establishing her as a promising figure in the modeling world. Following her dreams, Minissha made the bold move from Delhi to Mumbai to launch her modeling career. Initially, she settled into a paying guest accommodation for Rs 5,000 per month but soon left after facing unfounded accusations from her landlady. Undeterred by financial constraints, she rented her own flat for Rs 7,000, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her life.

Lamba’s foray into the film industry began rather serendipitously when Bollywood director Shoojit Sarkar approached her during a Cadbury ad shoot for his film “Yahaan” in 2005. This opportunity opened the doors to a successful acting career that would see her star in notable Hindi films such as “Corporate” (2006), “Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.” (2007), and “Bachna Ae Haseeno” (2008), among others. Her role in the television serial “Chhoona Hai Aasmaan,” where she portrayed Kavya Shastri, further cemented her presence on screen. Minissha received critical acclaim for her performance in Shyam Benegal’s “Well Done Abba,” which won the National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues in 2009, reinforcing her reputation as a skilled actress.

In subsequent years, Minissha expanded her repertoire to include various projects, such as the Punjabi film “Double Di Trouble” in 2014 and participating in the popular reality show “Bigg Boss Season 8.” Her versatility shone through as she took on roles in television serials like “Tenali Rama” and “Internet Wala Love,” as well as in the web series “Badtameez Dil,” which premiered in 2023. Beyond her cinematic pursuits, Lamba is also an avid poker player, having competed professionally and won multiple matches. A lover of dance, travel, and animals, she shares her life with her beloved pet dogs, Kiki and Chloe. Minissha Lamba continues to balance her passions for fitness, spirituality, and the arts, while also gracing the covers of esteemed magazines such as Cosmopolitan and Prevention, making her a multifaceted personality in the entertainment industry.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.