Madhuri Dixit, a Bollywood icon, enjoys immense popularity and critical acclaim. Her career spans decades, marked by memorable roles and numerous awards. This comprehensive biography delves into her life, career, and personal achievements.
Biography/Wiki
Madhuri Shankar Dixit was born on May 15, 1967, in Mumbai, India. Her zodiac sign is Taurus. Known affectionately as the “Dhak-Dhak Girl” (a nickname earned from the hit song “Dhak Dhak Karne Laga”), she’s also celebrated as the “Queen of Expressions” for her captivating performances. At just three years old, she began learning Kathak dance, a skill she honed into a professional level. Her early entry into the entertainment industry quickly led to phenomenal success, culminating in the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2008.
Physical Appearance
Madhuri Dixit is renowned for her timeless beauty and expressive face. She stands approximately 5’4″ tall and weighs around 60 kg. Her measurements are approximately 36-27-36. She has striking brown eyes and black hair.
Family, Caste & Husband
Born into a middle-class Marathi Brahmin family to Shankar Dixit and Snehlata Dixit (who passed away in March 2023), Madhuri has a brother, Ajit, and two sisters, Rupa and Bharati. She follows Hinduism. Her personal life has been the subject of much media attention, with past relationships rumored with Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt, along with former cricketer Ajay Jadeja. She married cardiovascular surgeon Shriram Madhav Nene on October 17, 1999. They have two sons, Raayan and Arin Nene.
Career
Madhuri attended Divine Child High School in Mumbai, later enrolling at Parle College for a B.Sc. in Microbiology before choosing to pursue acting full-time. Her acting debut was in 1984 with the film Abodh. She won her first Filmfare Award for Best Actress in 1990 for her role in Dil. Her career boasts a string of iconic films, including:
- Tezaab (1988)
- Ram Lakhan (1989)
- Saajan (1991)
- Beta (1992)
- Khalnayak (1993)
- Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)
- Raja (1995)
- Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
Beyond films, Madhuri has hosted TV shows like Kahin Na Kahin Koi Hai, showcased her singing talent, and served as a judge on popular dance reality shows such as Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, So You Think You Can Dance, and Dance Deewane. In 2013, she launched her online dance academy, “Dance with Madhuri”.
Car Collections
In April 2023, Madhuri added a Porsche 911 Turbo S to her impressive car collection.
Controversies
Madhuri’s career has not been without controversy. Her kissing scene with Vinod Khanna in Dayavan drew criticism, and her endorsement of Maggie noodles faced backlash following a controversy surrounding the product’s safety.
Facts
Here’s a glimpse into some lesser-known facts about Madhuri Dixit:
| Category | Fact |
|---|---|
| Dance | Trained Kathak dancer |
| Lifestyle | Never smokes or drinks alcohol |
| Personal | Huge crush on cricketer Sunil Gavaskar |
| Film | Wore a 30kg Ghaghra in the song “Kahe Ched Ched Mohe” (Devdas) |
| Food | Pure vegetarian; loves Kande Pohe, Modak, and Zunka Bhakar |
| Other | Trained in Taekwondo |
| Other | Fear of cockroaches |
Her other interests include reading (Jeffrey Archer is a favorite author), spending holidays in the Maldives, and playing tennis. She also enjoys the dance styles of Hema Malini, Birju Maharaj, Helen, and Gene Kelly. Her favorite perfumes are from Nina Ricci and Issey Miyake.
Madhuri’s net worth is estimated to be around $35 million, and she commands a substantial fee per film (three to four crore). In 2014, she was appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in India. If not an actress, she aspired to be a pathologist or microbiologist.
