Get to know the multifaceted Indian actress and model, Flora Saini, also known as Asha Saini. This comprehensive biography delves into her career, personal life, and notable achievements. From her early modeling days to her prominent roles in Bollywood and various regional cinema, discover the journey of this remarkable personality.
Wiki/Biography
Flora Saini was born on Friday, September 29, 1978 (age 43 years as of 2021), in Chandigarh, India. Her zodiac sign is Libra. She completed her schooling at Udhampur’s Army school and Delhi’s The Army Public School. Afterward, her family relocated to Kolkata, where she embarked on her modeling career, even participating in the Miss Kolkata beauty pageant.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5’4″
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Brown
Family & Caste
Flora Saini hails from a Hindu family. Her father, JS Saini, is a former Indian Army Officer. Her mother’s name is Kamal Saini.
Career
Flora Saini’s acting journey began in 1999 with the Telugu film, “Prema Kosam.” She then starred in films like “Antha Mana Manchike” and “Ammo! Okato Tareekhu.” Her film career spanned various languages:
- Hindi debut: “Sabse Bada Beiman”
- Kannada debut: “Kodanda Rama”
- Tamil debut: “Sorry Enaku Kalyanamayidichu”
- Punjabi debut: “Paisa Yaar N Panga”
She gained significant recognition for her role in the Bollywood film “Stree” (2018) and also made a mark in digital media with web series such as “Maid in India,” “Gandi Baat,” “Inside Edge: Season 1,” “X.X.X,” and “Bombers.”
Controversies
In 2008, Flora faced controversies involving alleged forged visa documents, leading to a temporary ban from the Tamil film industry. She later cleared her name. Her role in “MSG: Messenger of God” also sparked controversy and online threats. In 2018, she was involved in a public dispute with a film producer.
Awards
Flora Saini’s contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards:
- Uttarakhand Ratan Award (2010)
- The Great Daughter of Soil Award (2013)
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Flora Saini’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Rajma-Chawal |
| Beverage | Tea |
| Colour | White |
| Travel Destination | New York |
| Sport | Cricket |
Facts/Trivia
- Enjoys listening to music and watching films.
- Adept in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Punjabi cinema.
- A passionate dog lover, often sharing photos with her canine companions on Instagram.
- Achieved a Limca Book of Records entry for having three films (“Broker,” “Vismaya Pramaya,” and “Vah Re Vah”) released on the same day (December 31, 2010).
- Used different screen names – Asha Saini and Mayuri – before settling on Flora Saini.
