Bipasha Basu, the gorgeous actress, is well-known for her amazing fashion style. She has worked in movies in Telugu, Tamil, English, and Hindi languages. In a 2011 ranking of the 50 most beautiful women, she came in eighth place. Bipasha’s journey has been truly inspiring. Her enchanting charm, strong acting skills, and lively energy have made her a beloved figure among fans all around the world.
Wiki
| Full Name | Bipasha Basu |
|---|---|
| Profession | Actress, Model |
| Famous As | Actress |
| Nick Name | Bips, Bippy, Bipsy, Bonny |
| Date of Birth | 7 January 1979 |
| Age | 45 Years Old |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
| Hometown | Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Country | India |
| Mother Tongue | Bengali |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricon |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Dancing, Reading, Doing Pilates |
| Food Habits | Non-Vegetarian |
| Educational Qualification | High School |
| School Name | Apeejay High School, Delhi (1st-4th standard) Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, Kolkata (5th-12th standard) |
| College/University | Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata (dropped) |
| Debut | Film: Ajnabee (2001) |
Early Life
Bipasha Basu was born on the 7th of January 1979 in New Delhi, India. Later, her family relocated to Kolkata. She has two sisters – an elder sister named Bidisha and a younger sister named Bijoyeta. During her childhood, Bipasha was quite a tomboy, and her friends lovingly called her ‘Lady Gonda‘. When she was in school, her dream was to become a medical professional, but fate had different plans for her. At the young age of 16, she got her first modeling opportunity. Then, at 17, she achieved significant success by winning both the Ford Supermodel of the World and the Godrej Cinthol Supermodel Contest.
Career
Bipasha is from a non-filmy background. Her journey in the world of modeling kick-started in 1996 when she clinched victory in two competitions: the Ford Models Supermodel of the World and the Godrej Cinthol Supermodel contest. Her breakthrough in acting came in 2001 when she took on a negative role in “Ajnabee” alongside Akshay Kumar, earning significant recognition.
Following that, her film “Raaz” performed admirably at the box office and garnered further acclaim. While Bipasha faced setbacks with a couple of subsequent movies, she made a strong comeback. “Jism” was released in 2003, showcasing a whole new avatar of Bipasha Basu. Subsequent films like “Corporate,” “No Entry,” “Omkara,” “Phir Hera Pheri,” and “Dhoom 2” proved to be commercial hits. In 2012, she marked her Hollywood debut with the movie “Singularity.” Bipasha Basu has undeniably experienced numerous highs and lows throughout her acting career.
Family
| Father Name | Father– Hirak Basu (Engineer, owns a construction company in Kolkata) |
|---|---|
| Mother Name | Mother– Mamata Basu (homemaker) |
| Brother Name | None |
| Sister Name | Bidisha Basu (elder), Vijeyata Basu (younger) |
Physical Appearance
| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters – 170 cm in meters – 1.70 m in feet inches – 5′ 7″ |
|---|---|
| Weight (Approx.) | in kilograms – 57 Kg in pounds – 125 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 34-26-34 |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Relationship Status
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Affairs/Boyfriends | – Dino Morea (Actor) – John Abraham (Actor) – Josh Hartnet (Hollywood Actor) – Harman Baweja (Actor) – Karan Singh Grover (Actor) |
| Spouse | Karan Singh Grover (Actor) |
| Children | Daughter– Devi |
Net Worth & Salary
| Net Worth (Approx.) | $15 Million |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Indian Rupees (Approx.) | ₹100 Crores |
| Salary (Approx.) | ₹1-2 Cr/Film |
| Car & Bike Collection | Audi Q7, Toyota Fortuner, Volkswagen Beetel, |
| Income Source | Acting, Brand Endorsement |
Social Media Handles
| @bipashabasu | |
| @BipashaBasu | |
| @bipsluvurself |
Awards
Bipasha Basu has many awards like:
| Year | Award Organization | Award Title | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut for “Ajnabee” | Won |
| 2002 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress for “Raaz” | Nominated |
| 2002 | Stardust Awards | Best Supporting Actress for “Ajnabee” | Nominated |
| 2002 | Star Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actress for “Ajnabee” | Nominated |
| 2002 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Debut for “Ajnabee” | Nominated |
| 2002 | IIFA Awards | Best Debut (shared with Arjun Rampal and Gracy Singh) for “Ajnabee” | Won |
| 2002 | IIFA Awards | Fresh Face of the Year | Won |
| 2002 | IIFA Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2002 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Actress for “Raaz” | Nominated |
| 2003 | Filmfare Awards | Best Villain for “Jism” | Nominated |
| 2003 | Star Screen Awards | Jodi No. 1 (with Dino Morea) for “Raaz” | Nominated |
| 2003 | Zee Cine Awards | Dynamic Duo (with Dino Morea) for “Raaz” | Won |
| 2003 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Villain for “Jism” | Won |
| 2005 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actress for “No Entry” | Nominated |
| 2005 | Other Awards and Recognitions | Sexiest Woman of Asia by Eastern Eye | Won |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress for “Corporate” | Nominated |
| 2006 | Anandalok Puraskar Awards | Best Actress for “Corporate” | Won |
| 2008 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actress for “Bachna Ae Haseeno” | Nominated |
| 2008 | Stardust Awards | Nominated for “Bachna Ae Haseeno” and Fashion Icon | |
| 2009 | Star Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actress for “Bachna Ae Haseeno” | Nominated |
| 2009 | IIFA Awards | Nominated for “Bachna Ae Haseeno” and “Race” | |
| 2009 | Other Awards and Recognitions | Style Diva of the Year | Won |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress in a Thriller or Action for “Aakrosh” | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress in a Drama for “Lamhaa” | Nominated |
| 2011 | Other Awards and Recognitions | Contribution to Indian Cinema – Bramptonshire Walk of Fame | Won |
| 2013 | Stardust Awards | Style Icon of the Year | Won |
| 2013 | Star Screen Awards | Nominated for “Raaz 3” | |
| 2013 | Zee Cine Awards | Nominated for “Raaz 3” | |
| 2013 | Star Guild Award | Nominated for Best Actor in a Negative Role for “Raaz 3” | |
| 2013 | BIG Star Entertainment Award | Nominated for Most Entertaining Actress in a Thriller Film for “Raaz 3” | |
| 2013 | BIG Star Entertainment Award | Nominated for Most Entertaining Film Actor – Female for “Raaz 3” | |
| 2013 | Other Awards and Recognitions | NDTV Fittest Icon of the Year | Won |
Please note that some rows have empty cells in the “Result” column for nominations where the result is not specified.
Controversy
A recording surfaced featuring politician Amar Singh engaging in a conversation with a girl named Bipasha in a very direct manner. The girl’s voice was reminiscent of Bipasha Basu.
However, Amar Singh later refuted the claims, insisting that it was a different girl also named Bipasha. In 2014, Bipasha, potentially the same person from the recording, decided to withdraw from promoting her film “Humshakals” due to conflicts with the producer, Sajid Khan.
4 Facts About Bipasha Basu
- Bipasha Basu can speak Hindi, English, and Bengali very well.
- She’s learned Kathakali dance.
- Bipasha owns a brand of fitness clothes named ‘IAMBIPASHA’.
- She loves animals and helps different groups that care for them.
Favorite Things
Currently, we don’t have much information about her favorite things, but our team is researching this. Once we get the correct information, our team will update this section soon.
| Musicians | Yet To update |
|---|---|
| Singers | Yet To update |
| Films | Yet To update |
| TV Show | Sex and the City |
| Foods | Biryani, Teh Poshto, Motichoor Laddu |
| Beverage | Lemon iced tea |
| Sport | Yet To update |
| Actor(s) | Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Brad Pitt |
| Actress | Priyanka Chopra |
| Color | Pink |
| Label(s) | Fenty by Rihanna, The Honest Company by Jessica Alba |
FAQs
Bipasha Basu studied at Apeejay High School until the age of 8 before moving to Kolkata. She went on to attend Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir.
Dino Morea is a ex of Bipasha Basu.
Bipasha Basu reveals her daughter was born with two holes in her heart and underwent a six-hour-long surgery at three months old.