Bharti Singh, a renowned Indian comedian, actress, and model, has captivated audiences with her comedic talent and charismatic personality. From humble beginnings in Punjab, she has risen to become a household name, appearing in numerous television shows and films.
Biography/Wiki
Born on July 3, 1984, in Amritsar, Punjab, Bharti Singh, also known as Lalli, faced early challenges. Her father passed away when she was young, leaving her mother to raise her and her two siblings. Despite facing criticism about her weight early in her career, Bharti’s perseverance and comedic talent propelled her to success.
A significant turning point was her participation in The Great Indian Laughter Challenge Season 4 (2008), where she reached the Top 4. This launched her into the spotlight, leading to appearances in various comedy shows like the Comedy Circus series. Her hard work has enabled her to become not only a performer, but also a judge on comedy shows.
Physical Appearance
Bharti Singh stands at 5 feet tall and weighs approximately 85 kg. She has dark brown eyes and black hair.
Family, Religion & Husband
Bharti comes from a middle-class Hindu family. Her mother, Kamla Singh, raised her and her siblings – an elder sister, Pinky Singh, and a brother, Dhiraj Singh – after her father’s passing. On December 3, 2017, she married writer Haarsh Limbachiyaa. The couple welcomed a baby boy on April 3, 2022.
Career
Bharti completed her B.A. in History from Punjab Technical University. Her television debut was in 2008’s The Great Indian Laughter Challenge. She subsequently appeared in four seasons of Comedy Circus and ventured into acting with roles in TV serials (Adaalat) and Punjabi films (Ek Noor). Her Bollywood debut was in Khiladi 786.
Her career extends beyond acting to include hosting various shows, such as India’s Got Talent and Comedy Nights Bachao. She also participated in reality shows like Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, Nach Baliye, Box Cricket League, I Can Do That, Lip Sing Battle, and Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi. She even appeared in the Kannada film Rangan Style.
Bharti’s achievements also include judging roles on comedy shows like Comedy Dangal.
Awards
Bharti Singh’s talent has earned her several accolades:
- ITA Award for Best Actress – Comedy (Comedy Circus)
- Indian Telly Jury Award for Best Actress in a Comic Role (Comedy Circus)
- Big Star Award for Most Entertaining Jury/Host (TV) – Non-Fiction (Comedy Nights Bachao)
- Golden Petal Award for Best Comedian (Comedy Nights Bachao)
Controversies
Despite her success, Bharti has faced controversies. A notable incident involved a dispute with a production house during Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, leading to her departure. In 2020, she and her husband were arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on drug-related charges but were later released on bail.
Car Collection
Bharti Singh owns an impressive collection of cars, including a Maruti Swift Dzire, an Audi Q5, and a Mercedes Benz.
Salary
Bharti Singh’s reported earnings are in the range of ?6-7 lakhs per show. For Bigg Boss 12, she reportedly earned approximately ?30 lakhs per week.
Favourites
Bharti’s preferences include:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Gobi Parathas, Mutton Rogan Josh, Prawn Biryani, Rajma Chawal, Mattar Paneer, Baingan Bharta, Gajar Halwa, Moong Dal Halwa, Mughlai Cuisine |
| Restaurants | Hymus Restobar, Pratap The Dhaba, Lotus Cafe – JW Marriott (Mumbai) |
| Drink | Corona Beer, Coffee |
| Actors | Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Surveen Chawla |
| Film | Hera Pheri (2000) |
| Musician | Master Saleem |
Facts
Bharti Singh is a non-vegetarian, does not smoke but drinks alcohol. She considers 3 her lucky number, and enjoys travelling and listening to music. She is also a dog lover and has won gold medals in archery and pistol shooting. She got a tattoo of her husband’s name for his 33rd birthday.
