PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name: Vidya P. Balan
Nickname: Vidhi
Profession: Actor
Date of Birth: 1 January 1979 (Monday)
Age (as of 2025): 46 Years
Birthplace: Chembur, Mumbai
Zodiac sign: Capricorn
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Mumbai
Religion: Hinduism
Caste: Brahmin [1] Live Mint
Ethnicity: Palakkad Iyer [2] Live Mint
Food Habit: Vegetarian
Marriage Date: 14 December 2012
Marriage Place: Sri Subramania Temple, Chembur, Mumbai
Age: 46 Years
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EDUCATION
School: St Anthony’s Girls’ High School, Mumbai
College/University: St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Educational Qualification(s): • BA in Sociology at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai • MA in Sociology at University of Mumbai
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): 5′ 4″ (163 cm)
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Affairs/Boyfriends: • Shahid Kapoor (actor; rumoured) • John Abraham (actor; rumoured) • Saif Ali Khan (actor; rumoured) • Siddharth Roy Kapur (businessman, film producer)
Husband/Spouse: Siddharth Roy Kapur
Children: None
Parents: Father – P. R. Balan (executive vice-president of Digicable) Mother – Saraswathy Balan (homemaker)
Siblings: Brother – None Sister – Priya Balan (elder; works in advertising company)
Husband: Siddharth Roy Kapur
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Debut: TV (Hindi): Hum Paanch (1995) as Radhika Mathur; aired on Zee TV Film (Bengali): Bhalo Theko (2003) as Anandi Film (Hindi): Parineeta (2005) as Lalita Film (Malayalam): Urumi (2011) as Makkom/Bhoomi Film (Marathi): Ekk Albela (2016) as Geeta Bali Film (English): Amoli (2018) as narrator Film (Telugu): NTR: Kathanayakudu (2019) as Basavatarakam Film (Tamil): Nerkonda Paarvai (2019) as Kalyani Bharath Short Film (Hindi; As a producer): Natkhat (2020)
Awards & Honours: Anandalok Awards • 2004: Best Actress- Bengali for Bhalo Theko • 2007: Best Actress– Hindi for Bhool Bhulaiyaa BIG Star Entertainment Awards • 2010: Most Entertaining Film Actor- Female for Ishqiya • 2011: Most Entertaining Film Actor- Female for The Dirty Picture FICCI Frames Excellence Honours • 2010: Best Actress in a Leading Role for Paa • 2011: Best Actress in a Leading Role for Ishqiya • 2012: Best Actress in a Leading Role for The Dirty Picture Filmfare Awards • 2006: Best Female Debut for Parineeta • 2010: Best Actress for Paa • 2011: Best Actress (Critics) for Ishqiya • 2012: Best Actress for The Dirty Picture • 2013: Best Actress for Kahaani • 2018: Best Actress for Tumhari Sulu • 2022: Best Actress (Critics) for Sherni International Indian Film Academy Awards • 2006: Star Debut of the Year- Female for Parineeta • 2010: Best Actress for Paa • 2012: Best Actress for The Dirty Picture • 2013: Best Actress for Kahaani Producers Guild Film Awards • 2006: Best Female Debut for Parineeta • 2011: Best Actress- Special Honour for Paa • 2011: Best Actress for Ishqiya • 2012: Best Actress for The Dirty Picture • 2013: Best Actress for Kahaani Screen Awards • 2006: Best Female Debut for Parineeta • 2010: Best Actress- Popular Choice for Paa • 2011: Best Actress for Ishqiya • 2013: Best Actress for Kahaani • 2017: Best Actress for Tumhari Sulu Stardust Awards • 2006: Female Superstar of Tomorrow for Parineeta • 2011: Best Actress in a Thriller or Action for Ishqiya • 2012: Female Star of the Year for The Dirty Picture • 2012: Best Actress in a Drama for The Dirty Picture Zee Cine Awards • 2006: Best Female Debut for Parineeta • 2008: Best Actress for Bhool Bhulaiyaa • 2012: Best Actress for The Dirty Picture • 2012: Best Actress (Critics) for The Dirty Picture Other Awards • 2011: National Film Award for The Dirty Picture for Best Actress • 2014: Padma Shri Award • 2016: Indian Film Festival of Melbourne for Female Empowerment Award • 2023: D2C Brand Award- Tech at the India D2C Summit in Mumbai
MONEY FACTOR
Car Collection: • Mercedes Benz S550 • Mercedes Benz E Class • Mercedes Benz GLC 300 4Matic
Salary/Fees (approx.): Rs 2-3 crore per film (as of 2024)
Assets/Properties: A sea facing flat in Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai
Net Worth (approx.): Rs 136 crore (as of 2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
Address: Anand Apartment, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai
Hobbies: Reading Books, Travelling
Social Media: • Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • LinkedIn
Other Relative(s): Maternal Cousin – Priyamani (actress) Brother(s)-in-Law – Aditya Roy Kapur (actor), Kunaal Roy Kapur (actor)
Actor(s): Shah Rukh Khan , Amitabh Bachchan , Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino
Actress(es): Shabana Azmi , Madhuri Dixit , Kate Winslet, Julie Delphy, Julia Roberts
Singer(s): Michael Jackson , Enrique Iglesias , Midival Punditz
Musician: Zakir Hussain
Music Band: Indian Ocean
Film Director(s): Gulzar , Hrishikesh Mukherjee
Film(s): Gol Maal (1979), Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004)
Colour: Red
Cuisine: Thai
Fashion Designer: Sabyasachi Mukherjee
Perfume(s): Issey Miyake, Elizabeth Arden
Travelling Destination(s): New York, New Zealand
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
From a young age, Vidya Balan exhibited a preference for the world of television over the company of friends. This early fascination with on-screen storytelling gradually bloomed into a passion for acting, setting the stage for a remarkable career. After completing her 10th grade, she took a pivotal step by participating in a production workshop at the renowned Prithvi Theatre, which further ignited her ambition to pursue the performing arts. As she navigated her college years, Vidya actively engaged in various extracurricular activities, all while staying committed to her academic responsibilities.
During her time in junior college, she encountered a life-changing opportunity when a friend informed her about an audition for a television series. Encouraged by this news, Vidya sent her photos to the casting agency and auditioned, ultimately securing a role. Unfortunately, the serial was shelved, but her talents did not go unnoticed. Shortly thereafter, Indian film producer Ekta Kapoor invited her to replace an actor in the popular Hindi TV serial “Hum Paanch.” This newfound commitment to the show, however, led to a dilemma; her attendance at college suffered, resulting in her being blacklisted. Ultimately, she made the difficult decision to leave the serial to prioritize her studies.
Despite the setback, Vidya found ways to balance her burgeoning acting career and education by featuring in several commercials that required only short periods of filming. One significant moment occurred while she was shooting a TV commercial when she received an offer to audition for a Tamil film starring the acclaimed Mohanlal. Regrettably, this film was also shelved just two months after production began. Although she was cast in several other projects, her association with the shelved film led to her being replaced by other actors, causing producers to perceive her as a jinx. The emotional toll of these experiences was profound; Vidya often sought solace at the Sai Baba temple near her home, where she would express her frustrations and sadness.
After enduring these challenges, Vidya’s career took a turn for the better when she was cast in a Bengali film that garnered critical acclaim, marking her emergence in the film industry. She continued to build her repertoire by appearing in popular Hindi films such as “Lage Raho Munna Bhai,” “Bhool Bhulaiyaa,” and “Kahaani,” and also in biopics like “The Dirty Picture” and “Shakuntala Devi.” Her talent and dedication were recognized beyond the big screen; in 2011 and 2012, she was honored by PETA as one of India’s Hottest Vegetarians. Vidya further solidified her role as a public figure by becoming the first brand ambassador for Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, India’s sanitation initiative, and being appointed the grand marshal of the India Day Parade in New York City in 2013.
Vidya Balan’s multifaceted career also saw her lending her voice to the animated film “Mahabharat,” and hosting the empowering Hindi TV show “No More Kamzor,” aimed at uplifting women’s rights. With a background in Carnatic music and a brief study of classical dance forms, she is a versatile artist. Despite facing criticism over her body image, she evolved into a figure of resilience, famously stating that she eventually stopped worrying about others’ opinions. Her dedication to social causes is commendable, as she has participated in various campaigns addressing child education, women’s empowerment, and child sexual abuse, demonstrating her commitment to using her platform for positive change. As she continues to captivate audiences, Vidya remains an influential presence in the Indian film industry, most recently confirmed for a role in “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.”
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.