Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Model |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 13/09/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Darjeeling |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Mahima Chaudhry
15/12/2025
Reports said Mahima Chaudhry was continuing her acting comeback after earlier setbacks in her film career, with mentions of her recent work and upcoming projects. Coverage also noted her return to visible activity in Hindi cinema after years away from leading roles.
18/11/2025
Mahima Chaudhry spoke publicly about her breast cancer diagnosis and said the illness was discovered during a routine annual check-up rather than because of symptoms. She used the interview to stress the importance of early detection and regular screening for women.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real name | Ritu Chaudhry |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Weight | 60 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | Graduation |
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| School | Dow Hill School, Kurseong, West Bengal (up to class 10) |
| College/University | Southfield College aka Loreto College, Darjeeling, West Bengal |
Personal Life
| Ethnicity | Half Punjabi (from father's side) and half Nepali (from mother's side) |
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| Caste | Jat |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced in 2013 |
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Family
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| Spouse | Bobby Mukherjee (Kolkata-based architect) |
| Children | Ariana Mukherjee |
Career
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Favourites
| Film | The War of the Roses (1989) |
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| Film Director(s) | Vishal Bhardwaj, Dibakar Banerjee, Anurag Kashyap |
| Food | Sarson ka Saag with Chulehy ki Roti and White Butter |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Mahima Chaudhry is an Indian model and actress known for her debut in the 1997 Hindi film 'Pardes.' | |
| 2. She hails from Assam and was raised there. | |
| 3. During her school days, she actively participated in various sports. | |
| 4. Encouragement from one of her maternal aunts, a documentary filmmaker, inspired her to pursue acting. | |
| 5. Mahima began her career as a model, appearing in print ads and fashion shows. | |
| 6. Her breakthrough came with a Pepsi commercial in 1995, starring alongside Aamir Khan and Aishwarya Rai. | |
| 7. She also featured in commercials for Fair & Lovely, Hawkins, and Alapatt Jewellers. | |
| 8. Director Subhash Ghai noticed her at a music show and cast her in 'Pardes' opposite Shah Rukh Khan. | |
| 9. In addition to 'Pardes,' she starred in movies like 'Dhadkan,' 'Khiladi 420,' 'Lajja,' 'Dil Hai Tumhaara,' and 'LOC Kargil.' | |
| 10. Mahima dated Leander Paes in 2000, but they separated in 2003. | |
| 11. After a six-year hiatus, she returned to Bollywood in 2022 with the film 'The Signature.' | |
| 12. Announcing her comeback, Mahima also revealed her battle with breast cancer in June 2022. | |
| 13. She is a dog enthusiast and has a pet named Antonio. | |
| 14. Mahima enjoys white wine at social gatherings. | |
| 15. The actress has supported PETA through campaigns. | |
| 16. She has graced the covers of magazines like Stardust, Show Time, Prevention, and Good Housekeeping. |
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