Urmila Matondkar, a prominent figure in Indian cinema and politics, enjoys a multifaceted career spanning acting and public service. This comprehensive biography delves into her life, career achievements, and personal journey.
Wiki/Biography
Born on February 4, 1974, in Mumbai, Urmila Matondkar’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. She completed her schooling in Mumbai and went on to graduate in Arts (Philosophy) from Pune University. Even at a young age, she displayed a strong work ethic, starting her film career at just six years old. Her debut as a child artist was in Shyam Benegal’s “Kalyug” (1980), followed by roles in films like “Masoom” (1983), “Bhavna” (1984), “Sur Sangam” (1985), and “Bade Ghar Ki Beti” (1989).
Physical Appearance
Urmila Matondkar is known for her striking features:
- Height: 5′ 3½”
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Greyish
Family, Caste & Husband
Coming from a Marathi Hindu family, Urmila’s father, Shivinder Singh, was a lecturer, and her mother, Rukshana Sultana, a homemaker. She has a sister, Mamta Matondkar (a former actress), a younger sister Pooja Matondkar, and an elder brother, Kedar Matondkar, who served in the Indian Air Force.
Before marrying Mohsin Akhtar Mir, a model and businessman, on March 3, 2016, she was rumored to be dating director Ram Gopal Varma. In September 2024, reports surfaced suggesting divorce proceedings initiated four months prior, after eight years of marriage.
Career
Urmila’s adult acting career began in 1989 with the Malayalam film “Chanakyan” opposite Kamal Haasan. Her Bollywood debut followed in 1991 with “Narsimha.” She gained significant recognition with “Aa Gale Lag Ja” (1994) and solidified her position as a leading actress through roles in films such as “Rangeela,” “Judaai,” “Daud,” “Satya,” “Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya,” “Ek Hasina Thi,” and “Kaun.”
Her memorable dance numbers, including “Chamma Chamma” from “China Gate,” remain hugely popular. Beyond acting, she ventured into politics, joining the Indian National Congress in 2019, contesting the Lok Sabha elections from Mumbai North. She later left the Congress and joined the Shiv Sena.
Salary/Net Worth
Urmila’s estimated income is ?1-2 crore per film, with a net worth estimated at $20 million.
Favourite Things
Here are some of Urmila’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Italian, Chinese |
| Actress | Rani Mukerji |
| Actor | Aamir Khan |
| Singer | Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle |
| Destination | London, Kashmir |
Facts
Urmila’s hobbies include reading, acting, and traveling. She’s a trained classical dancer and has overcome a past addiction to smoking. She resides in Mumbai and maintains friendships with Manish Malhotra and Paulomi Sanghvi. She is a dog lover, owning two pets named Zorro and Sheru. There’s a significant age gap between Urmila and her husband, and she has a fairy tattoo on her right shoulder.
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