Learn all about the popular Indian TV actress Aanchal Khurana, from her early life and career to her controversies and personal life. This comprehensive biography covers everything you need to know.
Wiki/Biography
Aanchal Khurana was born on Monday, August 6, 1990 (age 33 as of 2023), in Delhi, India. Her zodiac sign is Leo. She completed her schooling at The Air Force School, New Delhi. She began a hotel management course in Chandigarh but didn’t finish it, returning to Delhi to pursue other interests. She later earned a commerce degree through correspondence from the University of Delhi.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’2″
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Aanchal Khurana hails from a Punjabi Hindu family. Her father, Gulshan Khurana, is a businessman, and her mother’s name is Simmi Khurana. She has one older brother, Shitij Khurana.
Career
Aanchal’s rise to fame began with her participation in MTV Roadies (Season 8) in 2011, where she emerged as the winner. This win launched her acting career.
Her television debut was in Zee TV’s “Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke” (2012), where she portrayed Charu Garg. She then appeared in various episodic TV series, including “Arjun” (2013), “CID” (2015), “Emotional Atyachar 5” (2015), and “Aahat” (2015). From 2014 to 2016, she featured in multiple episodes of “Savdhaan India”. She also took on the role of Manisha in “Sarojini- Ek Nayi Pehal” in 2015.
Some of her other notable TV appearances include “Meri Saasu Maa” (2016), “Zindagi Ki Mehek” (2017), and “Roop- Mard Ka Naya Swaroop” (2019). In 2020, she participated as a wild card entry in Colors TV’s “Mujhse Shaadi Karoge”.
Controversy
In 2016, a controversy arose from an interview where Aanchal commented on the on-set relationship between her co-stars Hiba Nawab and Pearl V Puri from “Meri Saasu Maa”. This led to a public disagreement, which was later resolved with the intervention of producers Rahul Tewary and Saba Mumtaz.
Facts/Trivia
- She pursued a fashion designing course but couldn’t complete the final exams due to her selection in MTV Roadies 8.
- In 2016, she experienced a cardiac arrest and required hospitalization.
- Interestingly, she and Paras Chhabra, both auditioned for MTV Roadies 8 from the same city, and later appeared together in “Mujhse Shaadi Karoge” in 2020.
- She is an animal lover and owns a pet dog.
- She has a tattoo near her right shoulder.
- Her hobbies include traveling and socializing.
Key Details
Aspect | Detail |
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Birth Date | August 6, 1990 |
Birthplace | Delhi, India |
Profession | Actress |
Known For | MTV Roadies 8 Winner, Various TV Serials |