Dalljiet Kaur is a well-known Indian television actress, celebrated for her roles in popular serials. This comprehensive biography explores her life, career, and personal journey.

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Dalljiet Kaur, born on Monday, November 15, 1982 (age 41 as of 2023), hails from Ludhiana, Punjab. A Scorpio by zodiac sign, she calls Bengaluru her hometown. Her journey to fame began with winning Miss Pune in 2004, followed by final appearances in several beauty pageants, including Miss Navy, Miss Mumbai, and Miss Maharashtra Queen.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
• Hair Colour: Black
• Eye Colour: Black

Family

Dalljiet Kaur comes from a Sikh family background.

Parents & Siblings

Her father is a retired Colonel, and her mother’s name is Prietam Kaur. She has two older sisters, Jatinderr Kaur and Amrit Grover, both serving in the Indian defense forces.

Husband & Children

Dalljiet’s first marriage was to Shaleen Bhanot, whom she met on the set of “Kulvaddhu.” They married on December 9, 2009, and have a son, Jaydon (formerly Shaarav). Their marriage ended in 2015 due to allegations of domestic violence. She remarried Nikhil Patel, a businessman, on March 18, 2023. However, this marriage also ended in separation in 2024 amidst allegations of infidelity.

Career

Dalljiet’s acting career began in 2004 with “Manshaa.” She then appeared in shows like “CID,” “Aahat,” and “Raat Hone Ko Hai.” Her breakthrough role as Niyati in “Kulvaddhu” propelled her career forward. She won “Nach Baliye 4” with Shaleen Bhanot in 2008. Her role as Anjali in “Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?” solidified her status as a household name. Other notable roles include appearances in “Swaragini,” “Kaala Teeka,” “Qayamat Ki Raat,” and “Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega.” In 2019, she participated in “Bigg Boss 13”.

Controversies

Dalljiet’s life has been marked by several controversies, notably a dispute with Shaleen Bhanot, including an FIR filed against him, and a highly publicized separation from her second husband, Nikhil Patel, involving allegations of extramarital affairs and conflicting accounts of their marriage’s legality.

Dispute With Shalin Bhanot

In 2015, Dalljiet filed a police report against Shalin Bhanot alleging attempted murder and dowry demands.

Marital Discord With Nikhil Patel

The separation from Nikhil Patel in 2024 involved public accusations and counter-accusations on social media, creating significant media attention.

Favourite Things

• Food: Tandoori Chicken, Kababs
• Actors: Tom Hanks, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar
• Actress: Priyanka Chopra
• Restaurant: Grand Hyatt in Mumbai

Facts

• Hobbies: Dancing and traveling
• Diet: Non-vegetarian
• Nickname: Deepa (given due to her birth on Diwali)
• Health: Suffered from severe asthma during pregnancy
• Tattoos: Has her son Jaydon’s name tattooed and a matching clapperboard tattoo with Nikhil Patel (later removed).
• Achievements: Featured on the cover of “The Platform” magazine in 2018, becoming the first Indian television actress to do so.

Dalljiet Kaur’s Timeline