Kajal Aggarwal, a prominent Indian actress celebrated for her work in Telugu and Tamil films, also captivates audiences through her stage performances. This comprehensive profile delves into her life, career, and other fascinating details.
Biography/Wiki
Born on June 19, 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Kajal Aggarwal (38 years old as of 2023) is a renowned figure in the Indian film industry. Her career boasts numerous successful films, including Magadheera (2009), Darling (2010), and Brindavanam (2010). Beyond acting, she’s a skilled dancer and possesses a captivating voice. She has also endorsed various brands, such as Lux, Samsung Mobile, Panasonic, and Green Trends.
Physical Appearance
Standing at approximately 5’5″ and weighing 55 kg, Kajal Aggarwal is known for her dark brown eyes and black hair. A fitness enthusiast, she maintains her physique through regular gym visits.
Family
Kajal Aggarwal hails from a middle-class Punjabi Vaishya (Bania) family.
Parents & Siblings
Her parents are entrepreneur Vinay Aggarwal and confectioner Suman Aggarwal. She has a younger sister, Nisha Aggarwal, who is also a South Indian actress. Their family’s roots trace back to Amritsar, Punjab, India.
Husband & Children
Kajal Aggarwal married Mumbai-based entrepreneur Gautam Kitchlu on October 30, 2020. The couple welcomed their son, Neil Kitchlu, on April 19, 2022.
Relationships/Affairs
Speculation has linked her to Prabhas, the actor known for his role in Bahubali.
Career
Kajal Aggarwal’s educational background includes schooling at St. Anne’s High School, Mumbai, and pre-university studies at Jai Hind College, Mumbai. She graduated in Mass Media (Advertising & Marketing) from Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai. Interestingly, her acting career began after a photographer suggested she model during a Loreal internship (under Smira Bakshi).
Initially aiming for an MBA from INSEAD, Paris, she debuted in Bollywood’s Kyun! Ho Gaya Na… (2004) before transitioning to Telugu cinema. Her notable Telugu films include Lakshmi Kalyanam (2007) and Chandamama (2007). She also appeared in Bollywood films like Singham (2011) and Special 26 (2013). In 2016, she made her singing debut with the song “Yenaithu” in the Kannada film Chakravyuha.
Controversy
Kajal Aggarwal faced controversy over a topless photo published in FHM magazine, which she claimed was altered.
Awards
Her accolades include the Youth Icon of South Indian Cinema (2013), The Gorgeous Belle of the Year (2016), Fashion Icon of the Year, and several others. She also won the CineMAA Award for Best Actress (Telugu) in 2010 for Brindaavanam.
Salary & Net Worth
Kajal Aggarwal commands a reported fee of ₹1-1.5 Crore per film, with an estimated net worth of ₹66 crores. Her assets include four luxury cars (₹3 crores) and two houses (₹7 crores).
Favourites
- Food: Hyderabadi Biryani
- Actors: Junior NTR, Vijay
- Actress: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
- Movie: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
- Directors: Puri Jagannadh, S. S. Rajamouli, Teja
- Colors: White, Red, Blue
- Books: The Shiva Trilogy (Amish Tripathi), The Bridges of Madison County (Robert James Waller)
- Holiday Destinations: Goa, Kerala
Facts
- Known as “Miss Congeniality” in South Indian cinema.
- Suffers from Cynophobia (fear of dogs).
- Launched her own app, Kajal Aggarwal Official App, in 2017.
- Supports PETA’s initiative to ban animal circuses.
- Close friends with Tamannaah Bhatia and Ram Charan.
- Admires Smira Bakshi, Business Unit Head at Lancome & Kiehl’s and Loreal.
- Considers her father her role model.
- Very close to her mother.
- Introduced her puppy, Mia, as their “first child” in October 2021.
