Rani Mukerji
Also known as Rani Mukherjee, Rani Mukherji
Career
Active 1996 – present
Biography
About Rani Mukerji
Indian actress Rani Mukerji has been a leading figure in Hindi cinema since her debut in 1996. Born on March 21, 1978, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, she grew up in a family deeply connected to the Indian film industry, yet she initially had no aspirations to act. Her early roles came in Bengali and Hindi films, including 'Biyer Phool' and 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat' (both 1996), before she gained attention in 'Ghulam' (1998) and the blockbuster 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' (1998). A brief setback followed, but 2002's 'Saathiya' marked a turning point, establishing her as a star.
Over the next decade, Mukerji delivered a string of successful romantic films such as 'Chalte Chalte' (2003), 'Hum Tum' (2004), 'Veer-Zaara' (2004), and 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Khehna' (2006), alongside the crime comedy 'Bunty Aur Babli' (2005). She earned critical acclaim for portraying an abused wife in 'Yuva' (2004) and a deaf and blind woman in 'Black' (2005). After a period of mixed results, she rebounded with 'No One Killed Jessica' (2011), followed by successes in 'Talaash' (2012), 'Mardaani' (2014) and its sequel 'Mardaani 2' (2019), and the comedy-drama 'Hichki' (2018), which became her highest-grossing release.
Mukerji's work has earned her seven Filmfare Awards and recognition among the highest-paid actresses of the 2000s. Beyond acting, she is involved in humanitarian causes, speaking out on issues affecting women and children. She has participated in concert tours and stage shows, and served as a talent judge on the reality show 'Dance Premier League' in 2009. She married filmmaker Aditya Chopra, and the couple has a daughter. At 48, she remains an active and respected presence in Indian cinema. She stands 5'3" and maintains an average build. She is straight. She is active on Instagram, where her follower count is 458k.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1996-present (started around 18 years old; 30 years active)
- Birthplace
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Ethnicity
- Asian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 128 lbs (or 58 kg)
- Measurements
- 35–31–38 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.82
- Bra/Cup Size
- 40B show conversions - UK: 40B, EU: 90B, AU: 18B, JP: 90B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 458k (as of July 2026)
Frequently asked
How many Filmfare Awards has Rani Mukerji won?
She has won seven Filmfare Awards, a testament to her longstanding success in Hindi cinema.
What was Rani Mukerji's breakthrough film?
Her breakthrough was the romance 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' in 1998, which followed her first commercial success in 'Ghulam' the same year.
How is Rani Mukerji connected to the film industry?
She was born into the Mukherjee-Samarth family, with parents and relatives already in Indian films, and her father directed her debut in 'Biyer Phool'.
Is Rani Mukerji married, and does she have children?
Yes, she is married to filmmaker Aditya Chopra, and they have a daughter.
What social causes is Rani Mukerji associated with?
She is involved in humanitarian causes and has been vocal about issues faced by women and children.
Did you know
- Rani Mukerji's career spans three decades, starting when she was about 18 years old.
- She has appeared in several high-grossing films, including 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', 'Veer-Zaara', and 'Hichki'.
- Her role in 'Black' required her to portray a deaf and blind woman, earning critical praise.
- She has also worked as a talent judge on the reality show 'Dance Premier League' in 2009.
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