Kubbra Sait is a well-known Indian actress, model, and anchor who gained immense popularity after her role as Kuckoo in Netflix’s ‘Sacred Games.’ With a background in marketing, she seamlessly transitioned into the entertainment industry, making a mark with her talent and versatility.
Biography/Wiki
Born on 27 July 1983 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Kubbra Sait had a challenging early life, being raised by a single mother. Initially introverted, she gained confidence through training at the Buoyancee Learning Centre in Bengaluru. Her first public speech, delivered in the 7th standard about earthquakes, marked the beginning of her journey as a confident speaker and performer.
Her interest in hosting events began early when she hosted a show at the Padmashri Institute of Physiotherapy at just 12 years old. After completing her education, she secured a position at Microsoft but soon realized her passion for the entertainment industry. In 2009, she won the title of Miss Personality in the Miss India Worldwide pageant, which solidified her interest in modeling and anchoring. She then left her corporate job and moved back to India to pursue her dreams.
Physical Appearance
Attribute | Details |
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Height | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
Figure Measurements | Hourglass shape |
Family, Religion & Boyfriend
Kubbra belongs to a middle-class Muslim family. Her mother, Yasmin Sait, has been a strong influence in her life. She has a younger brother, Danish Sait, a well-known radio jockey, comedian, and TV host in Bengaluru.
In 2016, at the Jaipur Lit Festival, she revealed that she had a Parsi boyfriend named Cyrus Mistry.
Career
Kubbra completed her schooling at New Horizon Public School and New Horizon English High School in Bengaluru. She pursued a Bachelor of Commerce from Jyoti Nivas College and later a Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) in Finance/Marketing from the National Institute of Management & Information Sciences, Bengaluru.
She started her career as a Marketing Programs Specialist at Microsoft Dubai but decided to return to India to pursue her passion for media. Initially, she worked as a model and hosted various events. Her exceptional speaking skills led her to gain popularity on YouTube platforms like Kommune – The Storyteller, TedX Speaker – SJCBangalore, and PepTalks.
Her Bollywood debut came in 2011 with Salman Khan’s ‘Ready.’ She later appeared in films like ‘Jodi Breakers,’ ‘I Love NY,’ and ‘Sultan.’ However, her breakthrough role was as Kuckoo in ‘Sacred Games,’ which garnered immense praise.
Facts
- She won the Miss Personality title in Miss India Worldwide 2009.
- Her first job was with Microsoft in Dubai.
- She is known for her excellent anchoring skills and has hosted numerous events.
- She has appeared in various web series and Bollywood films.