Vidya Balan is a well-known actress & model. She has
worked in films, & music videos. She started her career with the Parineeta
(2005) and slowly made a place for herself in the industry. Her breakthrough
came with The Dirty Picture (2011), where she was noted for her portrayal of
the character, which made her popular among the audience.
She is loved for her natural acting, expressive face,
& charming screen presence. Over the years, she has appeared in many
movies, which gave her huge fame. These movies— Parineeta, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Paa,
Ishqiya, No One Killed Jessica, The Dirty Picture, Kahaani, Tumhari Sulu,
Shakuntala Devi, Sherni made her a household name. She has also acted in web
series and films, proving her versatility as an actress.
Apart from acting, Vidya Balan is also active in modeling
& brand promotions. She has worked with various well-known brands & has
been featured in advertisements. Her fashion sense & confident personality makes
her a favorite among youth.
With her hard work & talent, she has become one of
the most admired actresses in the entertainment industry. Fans eagerly wait for
her upcoming projects. Vidya Balan continues to inspire various young girls who
dream of making a career in acting & modeling.
Vidya Balan Personal details
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Full Name |
Vidya Balan |
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Date of Birth |
1 January 1979 (or 1978 per some
sources) |
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Age |
~ 46-47 years (as of 2025) |
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Place of Birth |
Palakkad, Kerala, India |
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Nationality |
Indian |
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Education |
Master’s degree in Sociology from
University of Mumbai |
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Marital Status |
Married to producer Siddharth Roy
Kapur since December 2012 |
Vidya Balan Physical Measurements
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Height |
~ 5 ft 4 in (163 cm) |
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Weight |
~ 70 kg |
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Eye Color |
Dark Brown |
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Hair Color |
Black |
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Body Measurements |
Approx. 34-30-36 (inches) |
Vidya Balan Professional Details
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Profession |
Actress (Hindi cinema) |
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Industry Start |
Television (mid-1990s) |
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Debut TV Show |
Hum Paanch (1995) |
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Debut Film(s) |
Bhalo Theko (Bengali, 2003); Parineeta
(Bollywood, 2005) |
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Known For |
Strong female-led roles; critical
acclaim; not conforming to typical glamour norms |
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Awards & Honours |
Many – including National Film
Award, multiple Filmfare Awards, Padma Shri (2014) |
Vidya Balan Career Timeline
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1995 |
Hum Paanch (TV) |
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Early 2000s |
Bhalo Theko (2003) |
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2005 |
Parineeta |
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2006-2010 |
Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Guru, Bhool Bhulaiyaa,
Paa, Ishqiya etc. |
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2011-2012 |
The Dirty Picture, No One Killed Jessica, Kahaani |
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2013-2017 |
Tumhari Sulu among others |
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2019-2022 |
Mission Mangal, Jalsa etc. |
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2024 |
Do Aur Do Pyaar, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 etc. |
Vidya Balan Hobbies and Intersts
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Hobbies / Interests |
Reading; she values culture and
literature |
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Lifestyle preferences |
Prefers substantial, meaningful
roles; maintains authenticity |
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Favorites (Actors / Film) |
— not as widely documented in
public sources |
Vidya Balan Family Details
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Father |
P.R. Balan |
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Mother |
Saraswathy Balan |
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Sibling |
Sister Priya Balan |
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Husband |
Siddharth Roy Kapur |
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Children |
— |
Vidya Balan Income Details
|
Net Worth |
Approx. ₹135-140 crore (2024-25
estimates) |
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Film Fees |
~ ₹2-3 crore per film (depending on
role and scale) |
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Brand Endorsements |
~ ₹75 lakh to ₹1 crore per
endorsement |
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Properties / Real Estate |
Owns a luxurious house in Mumbai;
also a mansion gifted by husband valued much higher; combined high-value real
estate holdings |
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Car Collection |
Includes multiple luxury cars: a
Mercedes-Benz S-Class, E-Class, GLC 300 4Matic etc. |
Vidya Balan Social Media Accounts
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Instagram |
@balanvidya |
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Twitter (X) |
@vidya_balan |
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Facebook |
Vidya Balan Official |
