Biography
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is an Indian actress and model and one of the prominent stars in Bollywood. She was born on November 1, 1973, in Mangalore, India. Aishwarya was raised in a Tulu-speaking family, and in her early years, she practiced Bharata Natyam and pursued academics.
Later, she relocated to Mumbai to study architecture but ended up choosing a different path. In the modeling industry, Aishwarya’s career took off after she starred in a famous Pepsi commercial. She further gained recognition as the first runner-up at the Miss India pageant. Aishwarya then won the Miss World pageant in 1994. This event provided her international recognition, thereby facilitating her entrance into the entertainment industry.
As Honorary President of the International Federation of Fawa women’s organizations, Aishwarya received numerous accolades which including the award of Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2009. She also attained a level of fame as the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres was received from France in 2012.
In 2007, Aishwarya married Abhishek Bachchan, an acclaimed actor, and together, they welcomed a daughter whom they named Aaradhya. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is perceived as one of the most beautiful women around the world. She is celebrated internationally for her exceptional roles in movies, her passion for elegance, and her influence on Indian and foreign cinema.

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Full Name | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan |
Nick Name | Aishwarya, Aish |
DOB (Date of Birth) | 01 November 1973 |
Age (as of 2025) | 51 Years |
Birthplace | Mangalore (now Mangaluru), Karnataka, India |
Gender | Female |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
School | Arya Vidya Mandir High School, Mumbai |
College | Jai Hind College, Mumbai; D.G. Ruparel College, Mumbai |
Educational Qualification | Completed HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate); Studied Architecture (not completed) |
Profession | Actress, Model |
Nationality | Indian |
Citizenship | Indian |
Religion | Hindu |
Father | Krishnaraj Rai (Marine Biologist, deceased) |
Mother | Vrinda Rai (Homemaker) |
Siblings | 1 brother |
Sister | None |
Brother | Aditya Rai (Merchant Navy Engineer) |
Spouse | Abhishek Bachchan (m. 2007) |
Children’s | 1 daughter |
Son | None |
Daughter | Aaradhya Bachchan (b. 16 November 2011) |
Famous For | Miss World 1994, Bollywood actress, international recognition |
Debut | Tamil: Iruvar (1997); Hindi: Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997) |
Birthday
Birthday | 1, November |
Physical Stats
Eye Colour | Hazel Green Blue |
Hair Colour | Brown |
Date of Birth
Date of Birth | 01 November 1973 |
Age
Age | 51 (as of 2025) |
Height
Height in Feet | 5 feet 7 inches |
Height in cm | 170 cm |
Height in Meters | 1.70 m |
Weight
Weight in KG | 57 kg |
Weight in Pounds | 125 lbs |
Marital Status
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan weds. She married fellow Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan on April 20, 2007. Their wedding was held privately at the Bachchan residence in Juhu, Mumbai, abiding by Hindu, North Indian, and Bengali traditions. Their romance started while working on Dhoom 2 and they got engaged in January 2007.
Aishwarya and Abhishek are regarded as one of Bollywood’s power couples, and most often referred to in the media as “supercouple.” Regardless of the periodic gossip surrounding their marriage, they have maintained their vows to one another, and Aishwarya is often seen in public wearing the wedding ring.
Marital Status | Married |
Husband | Abhishek Bachachan |
Boyfriend | Salman Khan, Vivek Oberoi, Abhishek Bachchan |
Controversy | NA |
Husband
Aishwarya’s husband is a renowned Indian actor and film producer Abishek Bachchan, who is the son of legendary actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. In addition to his well-known parentage, Abhishek has also made a name for himself in Hindi cinema, starring in noted blockbusters.
The marriage further blended two prominent film families in India, magnifying public attention towards them. Together, they have attended several international events such as Cannes Film Festival and The Oprah Winfrey Show to showcase their relationship both professionally and personally.

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Divorce
There are many rumors of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek’s marriage breaking down. Meanwhile, the recent statements of both of them have attracted more people about their marriage breaking down. Aishwarya and Abhishek have constantly denied the divorce rumors along with celebrating their wedding anniversary.
Both are seen wearing their wedding rings and this super couple says about their marriage that we are together and will remain together in the future. Both have been seen together at various events including family weddings, Aaradhya’s school functions and birthday celebrations, thereby dismissing the divorce rumours.
Children
Aaradhya Bachchan is the only daughter of Bollywood actresses Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. Born on November 16, 2011, in Mumbai, Aaradhya is now 13 years old and is fondly called “Beti B”. She is currently a student at Mumbai’s Dhirubhai Ambani International School, where she is known for her cheerful personality and active participation in school events.
Children | 1 Daughter |
Son | NA |
Daughter | Aaradhya Bachchan |
Aaradhya Bachchan
Aaradhya is the granddaughter of veteran actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, making them one of the most prominent families in Indian cinema. She often accompanies her parents to public events and has become a familiar face in the media, praised for her composure and confidence at a young age.
In April 2023, Aaradhya made headlines when she and her father took legal action against several YouTube channels for spreading false news about her health, a move that was supported by the Delhi High Court. She also attended Paris Fashion Week with her mother, where she was photographed posing with international celebrities.
Aaradhya shares a very close bond with her parents and is often seen attending family functions, like the recent viral video in which she was seen dancing with her mother and father at a wedding, wherein her beautiful appearance left fans delighted.

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Family
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was born on 1 November 1973 in Mangalore, Karnataka to father Krishnaraj Rai and mother Vrinda in a Tuluva Hindu family. Her father Krishnaraj Rai was a marine biologist, while her mother Vrinda is a housewife. Aishwarya grew up with her elder brother Aditya Rai, her brother is an engineer in the Merchant Navy. Aishwarya’s film Dil Ka Rishta (2003) was jointly produced by her brother and co-written by her mother. Aishwarya studied Tulu, Hindi and English languages since childhood and studied other languages as well after growing up. In the year 2017, on 18 March, her father Krishnaraj Rai died due to prolonged illness.
Father Name | Krishnaraj Rai |
Mother Name | Vrinda Rai |
Sister Name | None |
Brother Name | Aditya Rai |

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In Laws
Father In Laws | Amitabh Bachchan |
Mother In Laws | Jaya Bachchan |
Sister In Laws | Shweta Bachchan-Nanda |
Brother In Laws | None |
Father-in-law
Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s father-in-law. Undoubtedly one of the most respected names in Indian cinema and culture, Amitabh Bachchan ruled the film industry for over five decades, starring in over 200 films, and is known as the Shahenshah of Bollywood. He is respected for his powerful acting, deep baritone voice, and remarkable contribution towards Indian culture.
Mother In Laws
Some of the most famous films that Jaya Bachchan has acted in include Sholay and she is Aishwarya’s mother-in-law. Apart from her illustrious career in cinema, she is also a member of the Rajya Sabha representing the Samajwadi Party. She is always in the news for her staunch beliefs, skillful public speaking, and deep devotion towards her family and nation.
Sister In Laws
Amitabh and Jay’s daughter and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s sister-in-law is Shweta Bachchan Nanda. As a renowned businesswoman, Shweta is a great writer and has also published several columns apart from being an entrepreneur. Despite the media buzz around her family, she has always kept herself low profile, although she can be seen at A-list social gatherings. Shweta is married to businessman Nikhil Nanda and is respected as a member of the Bachchan family.

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Educational Qualification
Aishwarya Rai studied at Arya Vidya Mandir High School in Mumbai and after that received her intermediate education at Jai Hind College for a year. She studied at D. G. College in Matunga. Enrolled in Ruparel College, she scored 90 per cent in the Higher Secondary (School) Certificate (HSC) examination.
She explains her eagerness to be a good student: “I have always got firsts, except for my seventh grade mid-term exam, when I came second. When I reached class 10, my seniors, my juniors, everyone thought I would top the ICSE board exams. But I came seventh or eighth in the class and it was a huge blow to my ego.”
Apart from this, she studied classical dance and music for five years in her teens, her interest being in classical dance forms such as Bharatanatyam. She says that she initially wanted to become a doctor as her favourite subject was zoology. But she intended to become an architect for which she studied at the Rachna Sansad Academy of Architecture, but eventually quit to enter the field of modelling.
School Name | Arya Vidya Mandir High School |
College Name | Jai Hind College, D.G. Ruparel College |
Educational Qualification | Completed HSC; Studied Architecture (not completed) |
Career
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s life can be chronologically arranged in the following stages, where she goes from being a supermodel to an international Indian cinema actress: central to her is the Miss World title she received in 1994, her feature film debut with Iruvar in 1997 (the same year she also made her Bollywood debut), and in between comes a series of films she supported in Hindi, Tamil, English, and even Bengali.
She always won praise by starring in one of the greatest blockbusters, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, later winning the Filmfare Award for Best Actress, and further turning into a Tamil cinema great with Taal, Devdas (two times Best Actress, Filmfare FWY), Jodhaa Akbar, Dhoom 2, and Enthiran and the blockbuster franchise Ponniyin Selvan, while she oscillated between South Asia and global projects like Bride & Prejudice and The Pink Panther 2.
Today she has over 40 films to her credit, and has received the Padma Shri from India and the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from France. She makes a fashion statement with her unmatched beauty that is admired and appreciated by the whole world.
Social Media
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Youtube | NA |
Snapchat | NA |
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AskFm | NA |
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Triller | NA |
Onlyfans Free | NA |
Fansly | NA |
Tumblr | NA |
Sound Cloud | NA |
Discord | NA |
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Twitch | NA |
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Phone Number | NA |
Hobbies and Favourites
Hobbies and Favourites | Trained in Bharata Natyam, classical dance |
Favorite Female Singers | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorite Actors | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorite Actress | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorite Male Tiktok Stars | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorite Female Tiktok Stars | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorites Colour | Not publicly disclosed |
Favorites Food | Not publicly disclosed |
Dream Destination | Not publicly disclosed |
Hobbies | Classical dance, music, reading |
Awards
Year | Award | Category/Description | For/By/Film | Result |
1994 | Miss World | Winner | Miss World | Won |
1998 | Screen Awards | Best Female Debut | Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya | Won |
1999 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Won |
2000 | Screen Awards | Best Actress | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Won |
2002 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Devdas | Won |
2003 | Screen Awards | Best Actress | Devdas | Won |
2008 | Screen Awards | Best Actress (Popular Choice) | Jodhaa Akbar | Won |
2009 | Padma Shri | India’s 4th highest civilian award | Government of India | Won |
2009 | IIFA Awards | Outstanding Achievement in International Cinema | IIFA | Won |
2009 | IIFA Awards | Star of the Decade – Female | IIFA | Won |
2010 | HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards | Global Icon Award | HELLO! Magazine | Won |
2010 | GQ Men of the Year Awards | Global Indian Woman | GQ India | Won |
2010 | GQ Men of the Year Awards | Excellence Award | GQ India | Won |
2010 | NDTV Indian of the Year Awards | Icon of 21 Years of Entertainment | NDTV | Won |
2010 | NDTV Indian of the Year Awards | Indian Icon of the Year | NDTV | Won |
2011 | Zee Cine Awards | Critics Choice Award for Best Actress | Guzaarish | Won |
2011 | Cosmopolitan Awards | Female of All Time | Cosmopolitan | Won |
2012 | Ordre des Arts et des Lettres | French civilian honor | Government of France | Won |
2012 | Femina Women Awards | Iconic Woman of Worth | Femina | Won |
2015 | Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards | Global Icon of the Year (Female) | Filmfare | Won |
2016 | HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards | Glamour Icon of the Year | HELLO! Magazine | Won |
2016 | Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards | Most Glamorous Star (Female), Trendsetter of the Year | Filmfare | Won |
2017 | Lions Gold Awards | Best Actress | Sarbjit | Won |
2018 | Femina Beauty Awards | Global Beauty Icon | Femina | Won |
2018 | Femina Beauty Awards | Powerhouse Entertainer for Two Decades | Femina | Won |
2019 | HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards | 25 Years of Excellence in Cinema | HELLO! Magazine | Won |
2023 | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award | Best Villain – Female | Ponniyin Selvan: II | Won |
2024 | IIFA Utsavam | Best Actress in a Leading Role (Tamil) | Ponniyin Selvan: II | Won |
Movie
Year | Film | Role | Language |
1997 | Iruvar | Pushpavalli/Kalpana | Tamil |
1997 | Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya | Ashi Kapoor | Hindi |
1998 | Jeans | Madhumitha/Vaishnavi | Tamil |
1999 | Aa Ab Laut Chalen | Pooja Walia | Hindi |
1999 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Nandini | Hindi |
1999 | Ravoyi Chandamama | Unnamed | Telugu |
1999 | Taal | Mansi | Hindi |
2000 | Mela | Champakali | Hindi |
2000 | Kandukondain Kandukondain | Meenakshi | Tamil |
2000 | Josh | Shirley Dias | Hindi |
2000 | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Preeti Vyas | Hindi |
2000 | Dhai Akshar Prem Ke | Sahiba Grewal | Hindi |
2000 | Mohabbatein | Megha Shankar | Hindi |
2001 | Albela | Sonia Heinz | Hindi |
2002 | Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam | Suman | Hindi |
2002 | Hum Kisise Kum Nahin | Komal Rastogi | Hindi |
2002 | 23rd March 1931: Shaheed | Mannawali | Hindi |
2002 | Devdas | Parvati “Paro” Chakraborty | Hindi |
2002 | Shakti: The Power | Herself | Hindi |
2003 | Chokher Bali | Binodini | Bengali |
2003 | Dil Ka Rishta | Tia Sharma | Hindi |
2003 | Kuch Naa Kaho | Namrata Shrivastav | Hindi |
2004 | Khakee | Mahalakshmi | Hindi |
2004 | Kyun! Ho Gaya Na… | Diya Malhotra | Hindi |
2004 | Bride and Prejudice | Lalita Bakshi | English |
2004 | Raincoat | Neerja | Hindi |
2005 | Shabd | Antara Vashist/Tammana | Hindi |
2005 | The Mistress of Spices | Tilo | English |
2005 | Bunty Aur Babli | Unnamed | Hindi |
2006 | Umrao Jaan | Umrao Jaan | Hindi |
2006 | Dhoom 2 | Sunehri | Hindi |
2007 | Guru | Sujata Desai | Hindi |
2007 | Provoked | Kiranjit Ahluwalia | English |
2007 | The Last Legion | Mira | English |
2008 | Jodhaa Akbar | Jodhaa Bai | Hindi |
2008 | Sarkar Raj | Anita Rajan | Hindi |
2009 | The Pink Panther 2 | Sonia Solandres | English |
2010 | Raavan | Ragini Sharma | Hindi |
2010 | Raavanan | Ragini Subramaniam | Tamil |
2010 | Enthiran | Sana | Tamil |
2010 | Action Replayy | Mala | Hindi |
2010 | Guzaarish | Sofia D’Souza | Hindi |
2011 | Bollywood: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told | Herself | English/Hindi |
2015 | Jazbaa | Anuradha Verma | Hindi |
2016 | Sarbjit | Dalbir Kaur | Hindi |
2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Saba Taliyar Khan | Hindi |
2018 | Fanney Khan | Sumitra “Baby” Singh | Hindi |
2022 | Ponniyin Selvan: I | Nandini / Oomai Rani | Tamil |
2023 | Ponniyin Selvan: II | Nandini / Oomai Rani | Tamil |
Hits Movies
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s all-time hit movies:
Year | Movie Title | Language | Role |
1997 | Iruvar | Tamil | Pushpavalli/Kalpana |
1998 | Jeans | Tamil | Madhumitha |
1999 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Hindi | Nandini |
1999 | Taal | Hindi | Mansi |
2000 | Josh | Hindi | Shirley |
2002 | Devdas | Hindi | Paro |
2004 | Raincoat | Hindi | Neerja |
2006 | Dhoom 2 | Hindi | Sunehri |
2007 | Guru | Hindi | Sujata Desai |
2008 | Jodhaa Akbar | Hindi | Jodhaa Bai |
2010 | Enthiran (Robot) | Tamil | Sana |
2015 | Jazbaa | Hindi | Anuradha Verma |
2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Hindi | Saba Taliyar Khan |
2022 | Ponniyin Selvan: I | Tamil | Nandini/Mandakini Devi |
2023 | Ponniyin Selvan: II | Tamil | Nandini/Mandakini Devi |
Luxury Assets
Asset Type | Description/Name | Estimated Value | Location/Notes |
Real Estate | Villa in Sanctuary Falls | ₹15-20 crore | Dubai, UAE |
Real Estate | High-end apartment in Bandra-Kurla Complex | ₹21 crore | Mumbai, India |
Real Estate | Luxury apartment in Skylark Towers | ₹5-7 crore | Worli, Mumbai |
Real Estate | Properties in Juhu and Bandra | Not disclosed | Mumbai, India |
Cars | Audi A8L | ₹1.6 crore | Flagship luxury sedan |
Cars | Mercedes-Benz S500 | ₹2 crore | Premium luxury sedan |
Cars | BMW 7 Series | ₹1.5 crore | Top-end luxury sedan |
Cars | Range Rover Vogue | ₹2.3 crore | Luxury SUV |
Cars | Mini Cooper | ₹35 lakh | Stylish compact car |
Jewelry & Watches | Expensive diamond and gold jewelry | Several crores | Includes wedding and event pieces |
Brand Endorsements | L’Oréal, Longines, Lux, Coca-Cola, Kalyan Jewellers, etc | Multi-crore contracts | Major global and Indian brands |
Other Investments | Stake in family businesses and investments | Not publicly disclosed | Various |
Car Collection
Car Model | Estimated Price (INR) |
Audi A8L | ₹1.6 crore |
Mercedes-Benz S500 | ₹2 crore |
BMW 7 Series | ₹1.5 crore |
Range Rover Vogue | ₹2.3 crore |
Mini Cooper | ₹35 lakh |
Rolls-Royce Ghost | ₹6 crore (approx.) |
Lexus LX 570 | ₹2.3 crore (approx.) |
House
House | Mumbai, India |
Net Worth
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is one of the richest and influential actresses in India, with an estimated net worth between ₹800-850 crore and $100 million as of 2025. Her enormous wealth stems from a successful career in films, endorsement deals with global brands such as L’Oréal, Longines, Kalyan Jewellers, and real estate investments in Mumbai and Dubai.
Besides her earnings from acting and modeling, Aishwarya makes public appearances and takes part in advertising campaigns which add to her income. She lives a lavish lifestyle with an expensive collection of cars, jewelry, and designer fashion. Aishwarya is known for her charitable work and continues to be appreciated for her grace, sharp business sense, and philanthropic efforts.
Net Worth 2020 | Rs 600-700 crore |
Net Worth 2021 | Rs 750 crore |
Net Worth 2022 | Rs 800 crore |
Net Worth 2023 | Rs 820 crore |
Net Worth 2024 | Rs 850 crore |
Net Worth 2025 | Rs 850 crore |
FAQs
Who is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is an Indian actress and model and one of the prominent stars in Bollywood. She was born on November 1, 1973, in Mangalore, India. Aishwarya was raised in a Tulu-speaking family, and in her early years, she practiced Bharata Natyam and pursued academics.
Later, she relocated to Mumbai to study architecture but ended up choosing a different path. In the modeling industry, Aishwarya’s career took off after she starred in a famous Pepsi commercial. She further gained recognition as the first runner-up at the Miss India pageant. Aishwarya then won the Miss World pageant in 1994. This event provided her international recognition, thereby facilitating her entrance into the entertainment industry.
As Honorary President of the International Federation of Fawa women’s organizations, Aishwarya received numerous accolades which including the award of Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2009. She also attained a level of fame as the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres was received from France in 2012.
What is the age of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is 51 years old as of May 2025. She was born on 1 November 1973.
Is Aishwarya Rai older than Abhishek Bachchan?
Yes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is older than Abhishek Bachchan. She was born on 1 November 1973, while Abhishek Bachchan was born on 5 February 1976, making her about three years older.
How is Aishwarya Rai related to Amitabh Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is Amitabh Bachchan’s daughter-in-law. She is married to his son, Abhishek Bachchan.
How old is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is 51 years old as of May 2025.
How old is Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is 51 years old (born 1 November 1973). Abhishek Bachchan is 49 years old (born 5 February 1976).
How tall is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall.
Is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Bengali?
No, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is not Bengali. She was born in Mangalore, Karnataka, to a Tulu-speaking Bunt family.
Is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan pregnant?
As of May 2025, there is no public information or official announcement regarding Aishwarya Rai Bachchan being pregnant.
What is the age of Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is 51 years old.
Abhishek Bachchan is 49 years old.
What is the first film of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s first film was the Tamil movie Iruvar (1997). Her Bollywood debut was in Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997).
Did Aishwarya Rai Bachchan donate hair at Tirupati?
Yes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is known to have donated her hair at the Tirupati Balaji temple as an offering, following a South Indian tradition, after her marriage.
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