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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
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Aishwarya Rai
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| Alma mater | University of Mumbai |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1991–present |
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| Title | Miss World 1994 |
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| Children | 1 |
| Family | Bachchan family (by marriage) |
| Awards | Full list |
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (born 1 November 1973) is a famous Indian actress. She is well-known for her roles in Hindi and Tamil films. Aishwarya won the Miss World 1994 beauty pageant. She became one of the most popular and influential celebrities in India.
She has won many awards for her acting, including two Filmfare Awards. In 2004, Time magazine called her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. The Indian government honored her with the Padma Shri in 2009. In 2012, the French government gave her the Order of Arts and Letters. Many people in the media have called her "the most beautiful woman in the world."
While in college, Aishwarya worked as a model. She appeared in several TV commercials. She also entered the Femina Miss India pageant, where she came in second. After winning Miss World 1994, she started acting. Her first film was the Tamil movie Iruvar in 1997. Her first Hindi film was Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya that same year. Her first big success was the Tamil film Jeans (1998). This movie was the most expensive Indian film at that time. She gained more success and won two Filmfare Awards for Best Actress. These were for her roles in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) and Devdas (2002).
Her most successful films include Mohabbatein (2000) and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016). She also starred in the adventure film Dhoom 2 (2006) and the drama Guru (2007). Other hits were the science-fiction film Enthiran (2010), and the historical films Jodhaa Akbar (2008), Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022) and Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023).
Outside of acting, Aishwarya is an ambassador for many charity groups. She supports good causes through her own foundation. In 2012, she became a Goodwill Ambassador for UNAIDS. This is a United Nations program that fights HIV/AIDS. She has also performed in stage shows. In 2003, she was the first Indian actress to be a judge at the Cannes Film Festival. She married actor Abhishek Bachchan in 2007. They have one daughter.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Early Life
Aishwarya Rai was born on 1 November 1973. Her family is Tulu-speaking Hindu and they lived in Mangalore, Karnataka. Her father, Krishnaraj, was an army biologist. Her mother, Vrinda, is a homemaker. She has an older brother named Aditya Rai, who is an engineer. Aishwarya has been able to speak Tulu, Hindi, and English since she was a child.
Her family later moved to Mumbai because of her father's job. She went to Arya Vidya Mandir High School there. She then studied at Jai Hind College and D. G. Ruparel College. She got very good grades in her exams. She always wanted to do well in school.
Aishwarya trained in classical dance and music for five years when she was a teenager. She was interested in traditional dance forms like Bharatanatyam. Her favorite subject was zoology, and she first thought about becoming a doctor. Later, she planned to become an architect. But she decided to stop her studies to become a model. Before she became famous, a photo of her in college went viral. Photographers then asked her to appear in advertisements.
Becoming a Model and Actress
Early Modeling Work
In 1991, Aishwarya won an international supermodel contest. This led to her being featured in the American edition of Vogue. In 1993, she became very well-known for a Pepsi commercial. She appeared with actors Aamir Khan and Mahima Chaudhry. Her simple line, "Hi, I'm Sanjana," made her instantly famous.
In the 1994 Femina Miss India pageant, she came in second place. She was crowned Miss India World. She also won five other special titles. As the first runner-up, she represented India in the Miss World Pageant. This event was held in South Africa. She won the Miss World crown and also the "Miss Photogenic" award. After winning, Aishwarya spoke about her dream for world peace. She wanted to be an ambassador for peace during her year as Miss World. She continued modeling before becoming an actress.
Starting Her Acting Career
Aishwarya made her acting debut in 1997. Her first film was Mani Ratnam's Tamil movie Iruvar. This was a political drama. She played two roles in the film. That same year, she starred in her first Bollywood film, Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya. This was a romantic comedy. Both films were not very successful at the box office. Critics also had mixed opinions about her acting. However, she won a Screen Award for Best Female Debut for Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya.
In 1998, she starred in the big-budget Tamil romantic drama Jeans. She played a young woman who travels to the United States for her grandmother's medical care. The film was a commercial success. Aishwarya received praise for her acting and dancing. Jeans was even sent as India's official entry to the Academy Awards.
Gaining More Success
In 1999, Aishwarya starred in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. This film became a very important moment in her career. It was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. She played Nandini, a woman who is forced to marry someone else even though she loves another man. Critics praised her acting in the film. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam was a big success. Aishwarya won a Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her role.
Her next major role was in Taal, a musical romantic drama. Critics praised her acting and dancing in this film. Taal was a success in India. It was also the first Indian film to be in the top 20 at the American box office. Aishwarya received another Best Actress nomination for this role.
Famous Movies and Roles
Early 2000s Success
In 2000, Aishwarya starred in Kandukondain Kandukondain. This was a Tamil film based on Jane Austen's novel Sense and Sensibility. The film was a success. Critics praised Aishwarya's performance. She then appeared in the action drama Josh with Shah Rukh Khan. This film was also a commercial success.
Her next film was Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai, which was well-received. She then had a supporting role in the musical romantic drama Mohabbatein. This film became the highest-grossing film of the year. Aishwarya received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
In 2002, Aishwarya starred in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's historical romantic drama Devdas. She played Paro, the main character's love interest. The film was shown at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. Time magazine even listed it among the "10 Best Films of the Millennium." Devdas was a huge international success. Critics praised Aishwarya's performance. The film won many awards, including a second Best Actress award for Aishwarya.
In 2003, she starred in the independent Bengali film Chokher Bali. She played Binodini, a complex character. The film was a big success with critics. Aishwarya received positive reviews for her performance.
International Recognition
In 2004, Aishwarya gained international attention. She starred in the British film Bride and Prejudice. This was a Bollywood-style version of Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice. The film was a commercial success worldwide.
She then worked with director Rituparno Ghosh again on Raincoat (2004). This film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Critics praised the film and Aishwarya's performance, noting her less glamorous role.
In 2006, Aishwarya had two film releases. One was Dhoom 2, an adventure film. She played Sunehri, a thief. Dhoom 2 was a huge success. It became the highest-grossing Indian film of 2006.
In 2007, she starred in Mani Ratnam's drama Guru. This film was based on the life of a businessman. It was a critical and box-office success. Aishwarya received another Best Actress nomination for her role. That same year, she starred in the British drama Provoked. She also played an Indian warrior in the epic film The Last Legion.
In 2008, Aishwarya achieved great success with Jodhaa Akbar. This was a historical romantic drama. She played Jodha Bai, a Rajput princess who marries the Mughal emperor. Critics praised her performance. The film was a big success. She then co-starred with her husband, Abhishek Bachchan, and her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan, in Sarkar Raj. This film was also a success.
Recent Work
In 2010, Aishwarya starred in Mani Ratnam's film, which was a modern version of the Indian epic Ramayana. She played Ragini. The Tamil version of the film, Raavanan, was a huge success. The Hindi version, Raavan, was not as successful. Her next role was in the science fiction Tamil film Enthiran (2010) with Rajinikanth. This film was one of the most expensive Indian films ever made. It became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
Her last film of 2010 was the drama Guzaarish. She worked with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and actor Hrithik Roshan again. The film received positive reviews from critics. After this, Aishwarya took a break from acting for five years.
In 2016, Aishwarya returned to films with Jazbaa. She then starred in the biographical drama Sarbjit. She played the sister of an Indian farmer who was wrongly accused. The film was shown at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Her performance earned her another Filmfare Award nomination.
Her final film of 2016 was Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. She played a poet. Aishwarya received positive reviews for her performance. This film became one of her biggest commercial successes. In 2018, she played a singer in the comedy-drama Fanney Khan.
Aishwarya Bachchan worked with Mani Ratnam again on Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022) and Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023). These were two parts of a Tamil historical film. She played Nandini, a queen. Critics praised her performance in both films. Ponniyin Selvan: I became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time.
Off-Screen Work and Interests
Stage Performances
In 1999, Aishwarya participated in a world tour called the Magnificent Five. In 2001, she appeared in her first North American concert tour Craze 2001.
She also performed with other Bollywood actors at the closing ceremony of the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Australia. This performance showed Indian culture. In 2008, Aishwarya, her husband Abhishek Bachchan, and her father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan, starred in the "Unforgettable World Tour." They visited many countries like the US, Canada, and the UK.
Business and Endorsements
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Aishwarya has been involved in the business side of her father-in-law's entertainment company. In 2016, her name was mentioned in the Panama Papers. This was a large leak of financial documents. She, her parents, and her brother were listed as directors of an offshore company. In 2021, she was questioned by authorities about these financial matters. She stated her father handled her finances.
Aishwarya is one of the top brand ambassadors in India. She appeared in a commercial for Pepsi with Aamir Khan. She is the only actress who has endorsed both Pepsi and Coca-Cola. She has also modeled for many other big brands like Longines, L'Oréal, Titan Watches, and Lux. In 2012, she was ranked the world's second-most-popular watch-brand ambassador. She earns a lot of money from these endorsements.
Charity Work
Aishwarya is the brand ambassador for the Eye Bank Association of India. She helps promote eye donation across the country. In 2004, she started the Aishwarya Rai Foundation to help people in need in India. In 2005, she became a brand ambassador for Pulse Polio. This campaign aims to get rid of poliomyelitis in India. She was also appointed a spokesperson for the International Year of Microcredit. This helped raise awareness about the United Nations' efforts to reduce poverty.
In 2005, Aishwarya performed at the HELP! Telethon Concert. This event raised money for victims of the 2004 tsunami earthquake. In 2008, she and her family laid the foundation for a school. This school was named after her and was for underprivileged girls in Uttar Pradesh.
Aishwarya Bachchan supports PETA India. In 2009, she became the first Goodwill Ambassador of Smile Train. This charity provides free Cleft lip and palate surgery to children. Her work focused on India and other developing countries. In 2012, she joined the United Nations Secretary General and Hollywood actor Michael Douglas. They celebrated the International Day of Peace. Later that week, she was appointed as the new international Goodwill Ambassador for UNAIDS. She was tasked with raising awareness about protecting children from HIV infection.
Personal Life
Actor Abhishek Bachchan fell in love with Aishwarya while they were filming Dhoom 2. Their engagement was announced on 14 January 2007. They married on 20 April 2007 in a traditional Hindu ceremony. The wedding took place at the Bachchan family home in Mumbai. Indian media often call them a supercouple. Aishwarya Bachchan is very close to her family. She lived with them until her marriage. She is Hindu and very religious. Aishwarya Bachchan gave birth to a daughter on 16 November 2011.
Aishwarya Bachchan has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show twice. She is the first Indian celebrity to do so. She also attended the 83rd Academy Awards with her husband.
Awards and Recognition
Aishwarya Bachchan has won two Filmfare Awards for Best Actress. These were for her roles in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) and Devdas (2002). In 2003, she was chosen to be a judge at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival. She was the first Indian actress to be a jury member at this festival.
In 2009, Aishwarya Bachchan received a Padma Shri. This is one of India's highest civilian honors. It was given to her for her contributions to Indian cinema. In 2012, she accepted the Order of Arts and Letters from the Government of France. She had previously declined it because her father was ill.
See also
In Spanish: Aishwarya Rai para niños
