Mahika Sharma is a multifaceted Indian personality, recognized as an actress, model, and philanthropist. Her journey to fame is marked by various achievements and controversies, making her a captivating figure in the entertainment industry and beyond.
Biography/Wiki
Mahika Sharma, also known as Mahi, was born on July 26, 1994, in Sirsa, Haryana, India. She rose to prominence after winning the Miss Teen Northeast beauty pageant. A significant achievement was securing a spot among the Top 10 finalists at the Miss Universal Peace and Humanity pageant—a first for an Indian woman. Her online presence further boosted her recognition.
Beyond pageants, Mahika has acted in numerous films and television serials across various Indian languages. Her engagement in social work and active social media presence adds another layer to her public persona. She pursued a B.A. L.L.B. (Hons.) at Gauhati University but left to pursue her career in entertainment.
Physical Appearance
Mahika stands at 5’5″ and weighs approximately 55 kg. Her figure measurements are 34-26-34. She has brown eyes and black hair.
Family & Boyfriend
Born into a Hindu Brahmin family with Assamese roots from Tinsukia, her father, Manjeet Sharma, is an Ayurvedic practitioner and former army personnel. Her mother is Suman Sharma, and she has an elder sister. Currently, she is unmarried.
Career
Mahika’s schooling was at Army Public School, Hisar. Her modeling career began early, leading to awards like the Assamese Model Award from Nandini magazine and Face of the Year from Bismoi magazine. Her acting debut was in the Assamese film Konikar Ramdhenu (2003) as a child artist. She then worked in Assamese, Marwari, and Bhojpuri cinema before moving to Mumbai.
In Mumbai, she initially took on cameo roles in Bollywood films and TV series. A notable project was The Modern Culture (2019), a Bollywood film she co-produced and starred in alongside Danny D. She also appeared in the Indian sitcom F.I.R. Her philanthropic work involves supporting various women’s empowerment charities and NGOs.
Controversies
Mahika has faced controversies. In 2018, she shared details of her teenage sexual fantasies involving cricketer Shahid Afridi, sparking public discussion. Her Bollywood debut with Danny D also attracted significant online criticism. She also publicly recounted a negative experience with harassment near the Jagannath Temple in Puri.
Another controversy surrounded an Instagram post during World Breastfeeding Week, where she expressed support for breastfeeding and offered to help those in need, leading to diverse reactions.
Favourite Things
- Food: Pani Puri, Chocolates, Ice Cream
- Actors: Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh
- Actresses: Sridevi, Kajol, Lara Dutta
- Movies: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Queen, Andaz Apna Apna
- Singers: Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhonsle, Vasuda Sharma
- Cricketer: Shahid Afridi
- Restaurants: Hasty Tasty (Tinsukia), The Protein Bake Shop, The XVII Tea Room (Mumbai)
Facts
Mahika is a pure vegetarian, a devoted animal lover, and a staunch devotee of Lord Ganesha. She avoids alcohol and smoking and prefers Ayurvedic and homemade beauty products.
Key Statistics
Category | Detail |
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Birthdate | July 26, 1994 |
Birthplace | Sirsa, Haryana, India |
Height | 5’5″ |
Weight | 55 kg |
Profession | Actress, Model, Philanthropist |