Gul Panag

Actress, Model, Activist, Politician, Pilot

Indian Chandigarh, India

Quick Info

ProfessionActress, Model, Activist, Politician, Pilot
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth03/01/1979
Age47 years
BirthplaceChandigarh, India

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameGulkirat Kaur Panag
NicknameGul
Zodiac sign/Sun signCapricorn

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm
Weight60 Kg
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack
Figure Measurements32-28-34

Educational Qualification(s)

Schools
  • The Lawrence School Lovedale
  • Kendriya Vidyalaya
  • The International School of Lusaka, Zambia
College
  • Government College for Girls, Punjabi University, Patiala, India
  • Punjab University, Chandigarh, India
  • Kellogg School of Management, Evanston, Illinois, United States
Qualifications
  • Bachelors in Mathematics
  • Masters in Political Science
  • Management in Radio & Television
  • Law Degree

Personal Life

Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Horse Riding
  • Biking
  • Trekking
  • Jeep Safari
  • Bungee Jumping
  • White Water Rafting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Off-road Driving

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affair/BoyfriendCapt. Rishi Attari (Pilot)
Husband/SpouseCapt. Rishi Attari
Marriage Date13/03/2011
Marriage PlaceChandigarh

Family

FatherLt. Gen. Harcharanjit Singh Panag (retd.)
MotherGurjit Kaur
BrotherSherbir Singh
SpouseCapt. Rishi Attari
ChildrenNihal (born in 2018)

Career

Debut
TVKashmeer (2003)
FilmDhoop (2003)
Notable Films
  • Jurm
  • Dor (2006)
  • Manorama Six Feet Under (2007)
Awards & RecognitionMiss India 1999, Miss Beautiful Smile at Miss Universe 1999
Political CareerAam Aadmi Party candidate from Chandigarh for 2014 Lok Sabha elections; resigned from party in June 2021
Pilot LicensePrivate Pilot License holder

Favourites

Favourite Actor(s)
BollywoodAmitabh Bachchan
HollywoodTom Cruise
Favourite ActressRachel Weisz
Favourite Designers
Favourite Color(s)
  • Red
  • Black
Favourite PerfumeOpium
Favourite Destination(s)Munich, Germany
Favourite Restaurant(s)Hakkasan, London

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Gul Panag has a diverse background as an actress, presenter, model, former beauty queen, activist, politician, and pilot.
2. Due to her father's military career, she studied in 14 different schools worldwide.
3. In 1999, she was crowned Miss India and awarded the title of Miss Beautiful Smile, representing India in Miss Universe.
4. She kicked off her Bollywood journey with the 2003 movie Dhoop and worked in various ad campaigns, notably as Tata Sky's brand ambassador.
5. Her wedding with Capt. Rishi Attari in 2011 was unique as she arrived at the venue on Royal Enfields, deviating from the usual customs.
6. She contested in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections as an Aam Aadmi Party candidate from Chandigarh.
7. In 2016, Gul Panag earned her pilot's license and is close friends with Shruti Seth.
8. She is the co-founder of Mobiefit, a technology company that develops fitness apps.
9. She runs a production company called Tittar Lodge Productions.
10. She co-founded Magucho, an experiential lifestyle platform curating luxury experiences and masterclasses.
11. She runs the Colonel Shamsher Singh Foundation, an NGO named after her grandfather that works towards gender equality, education, and disaster management.
12. She was appointed as an honorary tourism ambassador for Finland by the Government of Finland in 2011.
13. She is recognized as one of the most influential voices on social media in India.
14. She holds a Law Degree in addition to her other qualifications.
15. She has travelled to over 30 countries and is an accomplished off-road driver.
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