Alia Bhatt, one of Bollywood’s leading actresses, is celebrating her 31st birthday today. The actress, born on March 15, 1993, is renowned for her stellar performances in the film industry. Let’s delve into some significant aspects of her life on her birthday.
Early Beginnings and Education
Alia Bhatt is the daughter of well-known director Mahesh Bhatt and British actress Soni Razdan. While Mahesh hails from a Gujarati background, Soni is of Kashmiri Pandit descent with British-German ancestry, granting Alia British citizenship. Remarkably, Alia left her formal education at the age of 17 to pursue her acting career.
Acting Debut at the Age of 5
Alia’s tryst with acting began at a tender age of 5 when she appeared in her father’s production “Sangharsh” in 1999. However, her breakthrough came in 2012 when she debuted as the lead actress in Karan Johar’s “Student of the Year”. Since then, she has delivered numerous acclaimed performances in films like “Highway”, “2 States”, “Udta Punjab”, “Raazi”, and “Gangubai Kathiawadi”, for which she was honored with the National Award for Best Actress in 2023.
Ownership of a ₹500 Crore Fortune
Today, Alia Bhatt stands as one of Bollywood’s most successful actresses, having established her name with remarkable performances. Moreover, she commands a significant fortune, estimated to be around ₹517 crores. Reportedly, she charges between ₹15 to ₹20 crores per film. Alia resides in a lavish apartment worth ₹35 crores with her partner Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Raha. Additionally, she owns another apartment in Bandra valued at ₹37 crores. Her possessions extend to luxury cars, including a BMW worth ₹1.76 crores and a Land Rover Range Rover Vogue valued at around ₹2 crores.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Apart from her acting prowess, Alia is a successful entrepreneur. She owns a clothing brand launched during her pregnancy phase, which holds a 51% stake by Isha Ambani’s Reliance Retail. Furthermore, she owns Eternal Sunshine Productions and has invested in beauty platforms. Alia also serves as the ambassador for several renowned brands.
As Alia Bhatt celebrates her birthday, her journey from a child actor to a Bollywood superstar and savvy entrepreneur continues to inspire millions worldwide.