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Pooja Batra Shah, born October 27, 1975, is an Indian-American actress, model and beauty pageant title holder, best known for her work in Hindi films Known for performance. She rose to fame in 1993 when she won the title of Miss India International and represented India in the Miss International beauty pageant in the same year.
She was born in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, the daughter of Army Colonel Ravi Batra and Neelam Batra, a 1971 Indian Miss beauty pageant contestant. Pooja spent her childhood in Ludhiana, where she competed as an outstanding athlete in the 200m and 400m – instrument sprint events.
She has a degree in economics ferguson collegePune, and received an MBA in Marketing Symbiosis International UniversityPune. Pooja made her debut with the film Virasat in 1997, winning critical acclaim and awards including the Zee Cine Award for Best Supporting Actress and a Filmfare nomination. Over the years, she has appeared in more than 20 films, including Haseena Maan Jayegi, Dil Ne Phir Yaad Kiyaand kashim piyar na ho jhaye. her movies Taj Mahal: an eternal love story Screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2004.
Pooja expanded her acting career into South Indian films, appearing in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Punjabi films. After marrying plastic surgeon Dr. Sonu S. Ahluwalia in 2003, she moved to Los Angeles. After her divorce in 2011, she returned to India and married actor Nawab Shah in 2019.
In addition to her acting career, Pooja is deeply involved in philanthropy, supporting AIDS awareness initiatives (Mukti Foundation), aided homeless children, and aided wounded soldiers. She has also appeared in American television series such as murder weapon and beatdemonstrating her versatility and ability to transcend cultural boundaries.
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| Real name: | Pooja Batra Shah |
| stage name: | Pooja Batra |
| born: | October 27, 1976 (48 years old) |
| place of birth: | Faizabad, India |
| Country of Citizenship: | Indian food, American food |
| educate: | Ferguson College, Symbiosis International University |
| high: | 175 cm |
| parents: | Neelam Batra, Ravi Batra |
| Brothers and sisters: | Sonia Batra |
| spouse: | Nawab Shah (m. 2019), Sonu S. Ahluwalia (m. 2003-2011) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Akshay Kumar (Rum), Armaan Kohli (Rum), Christian Middelthon |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | Actress•Model |
| net worth: | $77 million |
Early life and education
Pooja Batra was born on October 27, 1975 in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. She grew up in a military family; her father, Colonel Ravi Batra, served in the Indian Army, which resulted in the family moving frequently. She spent most of her childhood in Ludhiana, Punjab, where she was actively involved in sports, especially sprint events like the 200m and 400m dash.
Pooja Batra belongs to the Punjabi ethnic group and was born in a Hindu family. Her mother Neelam Batra was also a participant in the 1971 Miss India beauty pageant. Pooja has a sister named Sonia Batra. Due to her father’s job transfer, she completed her studies in different institutions.
She graduated from ferguson collegePune. She later earned an MBA in Marketing Symbiosis International UniversityPune, which reflects her interest in academics alongside her entertainment career. Pooja Batra’s early life was marked by her involvement in sports and academics, which laid the foundation for her later forays into modeling and acting.
Profession
Pooja Batra’s career spans modeling, film acting, television and entrepreneurship. She received recognition for the first time since her coronation Miss India International In 1993, she represented India in the Miss International competition. Her striking looks and confident demeanor have made her a standout model, inspiring numerous fashion shows and magazine covers across India.
Pooja made her film debut in 1997 Vera satelliteco-starring Anil Kapoor and Tabu, a role that earned her a Zee Cine Award for Best Supporting Actress and a Filmfare nomination. She went on to star in notable Bollywood films including Hasina Maan Jayegi (1999), Dir Ne Phil Yad Kea (2001), and kashim piyar na ho jhaye (2000). her performance in the play Taj Mahal: an eternal love story (2005) The film screened at the Cannes Film Festival and gained international recognition.
Pooja expanded her career into the South Indian film industry, starring in several regional films including Malayalam films Meghamtamil movies SaduranganTelugu production nayakuduand Punjabi films Versa. After marrying Dr. Sonu S. Ahluwalia in 2003, she moved to Los Angeles, leading to a brief hiatus in the Indian film industry. After her divorce in 2011, she returned to India and resumed her acting career, starring in films such as ABCD: American Born Confused Desi (2013) and television programs such as sarsura gendar pur (2010).
Pooja also forayed into American television, appearing in roles such as murder weapon and beatdemonstrating her ability to connect with a global audience. In addition to acting, she has also explored entrepreneurial endeavors, including health and wellness initiatives, further enriching her professional portfolio.
social media
- Instagram: Pooja Batra Shah (@poojabatra)
- Wikipedia: Pooja Batra
- IMDb: Pooja Batra
- Facebook: Pooja Batra
- Twitter: Pooja Batra Shah (@iampoojabatra) / X
personal life
Pooja Batra married Dr. Sonu S. Ahluwalia, a Los Angeles plastic surgeon, in 2003. The wedding took place in New Delhi. The two divorced in 2011 after Pooja filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. In July 2019, she married actor Nawab Shah in a private ceremony in Delhi. The couple had their Arya Samaj wedding after five months of dating.
Pooja Batra had no children from both her marriages. She is approximately 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall, and due to the height difference, her height is often considered a challenge when it comes to casting male leads in her films.
Prior to her marriage, Pooja had been linked to several Bollywood actors, including rumors of dating Akshay Kumar in the early 1990s, when they were both active in the modeling and acting industry. There are also rumors that she dated Armaan Kohli during her modeling days.
After her first divorce, Pooja was in a relationship with American actor Christian Middelthon from 2015 to 2017. Although their relationship was part of her public life, it did not lead to marriage.
net worth
According to various online resources such as Idol Net Worth, Pooja Batra’s net worth is estimated to be around $77 million. This valuation comes from her extensive career in Bollywood, her work in South Indian films, international television appearances and her involvement in modeling and endorsement deals.
Her entrepreneurship in the health and wellness field and her philanthropy have also contributed to her financial well-being. However, net worth estimates may vary, and the exact number may fluctuate based on her current projects and investments.
film chronology
Bollywood (Hindi films)
- Vera Satellite (1997)
- Chandralekha(1998)
- Hasina Maan Jayegi(1999)
- Kashim Piyar Na Ho Jaye (2000)
- Dil Nai Phil Yad Kia (2001)
- Koi(2002)
- Taj Mahal: A Timeless Love Story (2005)
- ABCD: American Born Confused Desi (2013)
south indian movies
- Malayalam:
- Tamil:
- Telugu:
- Nayakudu(2001)
- Etru Slavani Subramanyam (2001)
- Okadu (2003) – special appearance
- Punjabi:
television
- Sasural Genda Phool (2010) – special appearance
- Lethal Weapon (2018) – American series – guest role
- SWAT (2020) – American series – guest role
