Quick Info
| Profession | Filmmaker |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/03/1987 |
| Age | 39 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Karishma Kohli
20/04/2025
Karishma Kohli married actor Mikhail Yawalkar in an intimate ceremony at an ice factory venue. The filmmaker chose to wear a white gown instead of traditional attire, and the wedding reflected her personal values and vision for a meaningful celebration.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Karishma Kohli Yawalkar |
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| Famous For | Assistant directing Bollywood films Ek Tha Tiger (2012) and Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015); directing web series and short films |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | New Era High School, Panchgani, Maharashtra |
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| College/University | New York Film Academy (NYFA), New York |
| Degree | Degree in Filmmaking |
Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Caste | Khatri |
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| Tattoo | On the Left Wrist: A tree |
| Health | Vitiligo (diagnosed 2013) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affair/Boyfriend | Mikhail Yawalkar (Actor) |
| Marriage Date | 20/04/2025 |
| Spouse | Mikhail Yawalkar (Actor) |
Family
| Father | Kuku Kohli (Film Director) |
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| Mother | Ritu Kohli (Deceased) (Assistant Director) |
| Siblings | Pooja Kohli |
| Spouse | Mikhail Yawalkar (Actor) |
Career
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| Career Progression | Karishma began her film career at Yash Raj Films in 2008, working as an assistant director under mentor Kabir Khan. She progressed through various roles including chief assistant director, second assistant director, and first assistant director on major Bollywood productions. After eleven successful years as assistant and associate director, she transitioned to directing, creating content across television, web series, and short films. | ||||||||
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Favourites
| Food | Pizza |
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| Actor | Salman Khan |
| Actress | Katrina Kaif |
| Director | Kabir Khan |
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| Colour | White |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/karishmakohli/ | |
| https://x.com/KohliKarishma | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/karishma-kohli-2569165/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Karishma has been open about her struggle with vitiligo since 2013 and has explored various treatments to manage the condition. | |
| 2. Following her mother’s death, she made the choice to discontinue certain medications that were linked to her mother’s cancer treatment. | |
| 3. Her short film, The Woman Under the Tree, premiered at the World of Film International Festival Glasgow (WOFF) in 2021. | |
| 4. She has a close friendship with celebrities like Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, having met Katrina on the set of New York. | |
| 5. Karishma is passionate about photography and discovering new places. | |
| 6. She considers Kabir Khan her mentor, having met him at Yash Raj Films and collaborated on multiple films. | |
| 7. Karishma was born and raised in a Punjabi Sikh Khatri family. | |
| 8. She has been open about her struggle with vitiligo since 2013 and chose to embrace and celebrate her condition rather than hide it. | |
| 9. She is best friends with actress Katrina Kaif, having met her on the set of the film New York (2009). | |
| 10. She had a non-traditional wedding ceremony at an ice factory, choosing to wear a white gown instead of a traditional red lehenga. | |
| 11. She met her husband Mikhail Yawalkar in Goa during the COVID-19 lockdown, and he proposed to her in November 2024 at a concert in Bangkok. |