Quick Info
| Profession | Entrepreneur, Biologist, Scientist, Writer, Author |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 23/03/1953 |
| Age | 73 years |
| Birthplace | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
Latest News about Kiran Mazumdar Shaw
17/11/2025
Biocon said Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw was ranked the second most generous woman philanthropist in the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025. The company said she contributed INR 83 crore toward science, research, and development, underscoring her focus on innovation-led social impact.
21/10/2025
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw met Karnataka leaders in Bengaluru shortly after the dispute over the city’s infrastructure. The meeting was widely read as an effort to ease tensions and discuss possible steps to address key civic bottlenecks.
19/10/2025
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw publicly pushed back against criticism from Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar after raising concerns about Bengaluru’s deteriorating roads and civic issues. She said her comments reflected broader frustration about infrastructure problems, not any personal agenda, and the exchange drew wide media attention.
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Bio/Wiki
| School | Bishop's Cotton Girl's High School, Bangalore in 1968 |
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| College/University | Bangalore University, Ballarat University |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc. Honours in Zoology, Post-Graduate in Malting and Brewing |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Gujarati Brahmin |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 161 cm (1.61 m / 5' 3") |
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| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor | B.Sc. Honours in Zoology, Bangalore University (1973) |
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| Master | Post-Graduate in Malting and Brewing, Ballarat University (1975) |
| Doctorate | Honorary Doctorate of Science, Ballarat University |
Personal Life
| School | Bishop's Cotton Girl's High School, Bangalore in 1968 |
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| College/University | Bangalore University, Ballarat University |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc. Honours in Zoology, Bangalore University (1973); Post-Graduate in Malting and Brewing, Ballarat University (1975) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Gujarati Brahmin |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widow |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | John Shaw |
| Marriage Date | 1998 |
Family
| Father | Rasendra Mazumdar |
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| Mother | Yamini Mazumdar |
| Siblings | 2 Younger Brothers (Ravi Mazumdar, Dev Mazumdar) |
| Spouse | John Shaw (deceased, entrepreneur and Vice-chairperson of Biocon) |
Career
| Titles earned | Queen of Biotech, First Female Brew Master in India |
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| Achievements |
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| Current Position | Executive Chairperson and Founder of Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited |
| Company Founded | Biocon India (1978) |
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Style Quotient
| Net Worth (approx.) | Rs. 29,030 crore (approximately $3.42 billion USD as of 2025) |
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| Wealth Ranking | 93rd wealthiest in India (2025) |
Social Media
| https://twitter.com/kiranshaw | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmazumdarshaw |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw founded Biocon, a biotechnology company, in 1978 in India. | |
| 2. She is recognized as India's first female Brew Master. | |
| 3. Currently, she serves as the Managing Director and Chairman of Biocon. | |
| 4. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw ranks among India's wealthiest women. | |
| 5. Her childhood included spending time in breweries with Vijay Mallya. | |
| 6. Despite wanting to be a doctor, she entered the brewery field on her father's advice. | |
| 7. She earned a degree in fermentation science in Australia following her graduation in India. | |
| 8. In India, she faced gender bias while looking for work in breweries, despite her qualifications. | |
| 9. Biocon was established following a meeting with Leslie Auchincloss. | |
| 10. She launched her business in her garage with an initial investment of twelve hundred dollars. | |
| 11. Biocon expanded to become India's largest biotech company and Asia's leading insulin producer. | |
| 12. The year 2004 saw Biocon's IPO, catapulting her to become India's richest woman. | |
| 13. She founded the Mazumdar Shaw Cancer hospital and Biocon Foundation. | |
| 14. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw is associated with various esteemed committees and organizations. | |
| 15. In 1998, she married John Shaw at the age of 44. | |
| 16. Her achievements have been acknowledged through numerous awards and prestigious lists. | |
| 17. She authored "Ale and Arty" and "India’s Innovation Challenge for Inclusive Development." | |
| 18. She is the second Indian to join the Giving Pledge global initiative. | |
| 19. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw recovered from COVID-19 in August 2020 and shared her journey. | |
| 20. Currently, she serves as the Executive Chairperson and Founder of Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited. | |
| 21. She was formerly chairperson of Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. | |
| 22. She is India's first self-made woman billionaire. | |
| 23. She is the second Indian after Azim Premji to join the Giving Pledge global initiative created by Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates. |