Bipasha Basu Age, Height, Weight, Wiki, Biography, Family, And More

Bipasha Basu Age

45 Years Old

Biography

Full Name	Bipasha Basu
Nick Name	Bipasha
Date of Birth	7 January 1979
Age	45 Years Old
Place of Birth	New Delhi
Nationality	Indian
Religion	Hinduism
Zodiac Sign	Capricorn
Profession	Actor, Model

Family

Father	Hirak Basu
Mother	Mamata Basu
Brother	Not Known
Sister	Bidisha Basu Vijayeta Basu
Affairs	Milind Soman Dino Morea John Abraham Josh Hartnett Rana Daggubati Saif Ali Khan Harman Baweja Karan Singh Grover
Spouse	Karan Singh Grover
Marriage Date	30 April 2016
Kids	Devi Basu Singh Grover

Physical Measurements

Height	5 feet 8 Inches
Weight	60 kg
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Dark Brown
Body Measurements	36-28-34

Education

College	Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata, West Bengal
Qualification	Graduate

Early Life

Bipasha Basu was born on January 7, 1979, in Delhi, to a Bengali family. Her dad, Hirak, works as a civil engineer, while her mom, Mamta, takes care of the home. She has two sisters, Bidisha and Vijayeta. Bipasha explained that her name means “dark deep desire” and is also the name of a river.

During her early years, Bipasha lived in Pamposh Enclave, Nehru Place, Delhi, until she was eight years old. She attended Apeejay High School. Later, her family moved to Kolkata, where she went to Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir in Bidhannagar. In school, she became the head girl and was affectionately called ‘Lady Goonda’ due to her short but commanding personality.

In 1996, Bipasha’s modeling journey began when she was discovered by model Mehr Jesia Rampal at a hotel in Kolkata. Mehr suggested that she try modeling. That same year, Bipasha joined and won the Godrej Cinthol Supermodel Contest organized by Ford, representing India at the Ford Models Supermodel of the World contest in Miami. She even appeared in a controversial Calida commercial with her then-boyfriend Dino Morea, facing protests outside her house.

Career

During her early years, Bipasha lived in Pamposh Enclave, Nehru Place, Delhi, until she was eight years old. She went to Apeejay High School. Later, her family moved to Kolkata, where she went to Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir in Bidhannagar. In school, she became the head girl and was affectionately called ‘Lady Goonda’ due to her short but commanding personality.

In 1996, Bipasha’s modeling journey began when model Mehr Jesia Rampal discovered her at a hotel in Kolkata. Mehr suggested that she try modeling. That same year, Bipasha joined and won the Godrej Cinthol Supermodel Contest organized by Ford, representing India at the Ford Models Supermodel of the World contest in Miami. She even appeared in a controversial Calida commercial with her then-boyfriend Dino Morea, facing protests outside her house.

Despite challenges, Bipasha graced many magazine covers, continuing her modeling career in her late teens before making the transition to acting. Bipasha made her acting debut in 2001 in the action thriller “Ajnabee” opposite Akshay Kumar. The film received mixed reviews, but Bipasha’s performance was praised, earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

Her breakthrough came with the 2002 supernatural horror thriller “Raaz,” which earned critical acclaim and marked her success in the Hindi film industry. The film was both a critical and commercial hit, securing her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. In the following years, Bipasha faced ups and downs in her career. While “Jism” in 2003 was a success, showcasing her as a seductive character, films like “Zameen” and “Ishq Hai Tumse” faced criticism.

Bipasha’s career took a positive turn in 2005 and 2006 with successful films like “No Entry,” “Corporate,” and “Dhoom 2.” She earned critical acclaim for her roles and received nominations for Filmfare Awards. In 2007, she appeared in “Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal,” a sports drama, and in 2008, she delivered a noteworthy performance in the crime thriller “Race.” Her diverse roles in films like “Omkara” and “Dhoom 2” showcased her acting prowess, and she gained stardom in the industry.

Bipasha continued to explore varied roles in films like “Raaz 3” in 2012, where she received praise for her performance. She also ventured into television with the series “Darr Sabko Lagta Hai” in 2015. However, she faced setbacks with films like “Humshakals” and “Creature 3D” in 2014, which were criticized for their poor performance.

In 2020, Bipasha made her OTT debut with the crime thriller series “Dangerous” alongside her husband Karan Singh Grover. Throughout her career, Bipasha Basu has experienced highs and lows but remains a prominent figure in the Indian entertainment industry. Her journey reflects a mix of successes, challenges, and a continuous passion for her craft.