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Aishwarya Rai Biography
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AISHWARYA RAI (Ash) was born on November 1, 1973 in Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan On Bigg Boss?
Date: 10/30/2010:
There is a possibility that former Miss World and Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan may appear on the TV Bigg Boss to promot her upcoming movie, Guzaarish (2010) starring opposite Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan . The reason this is big news is that Aishwarya's former boyfriend, Salman Khan is the host Bigg Boss and hence could put Aishwarya and the same stage as Salman.
Aishwarya Rai, Rajnikanth, A.R. Rahman In Malaysia
Date: 08/03/2010:
Former Miss World and Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai , Rajnikanth , and AR Rahman were recently in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to promote the music release of upcoming movie Enthiram (Robot) (2010) . The function was held at Putrajaya International Convention Centre. The movie is directed by south Indian filmmaker Shankar and produced by Sun Pictures.
Aishwarya Rai, Kate Winslet and Lin Chi Ling In Ad Together
Date: 07/21/2010:
Former Miss World and Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai , Kate Winslet , Hollywood actress and Lin Chi Ling , Chinese supermodel and actress, are all currently in Rome, Italy to shot an ad for Swiss luxury watch brand Longines.
Hrithik Roshan Wax Figure In Madame Tussauds London
Date: 07/05/2010:
Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan will join Amitabh Bachchan , Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as the next Bollywood actor to have his wax figure at the famous Madame Tussauds in London. Hrithik is currently in Spain shooting for his next film, Zindagi Milegi Na Dobara (2010) .
Shahrukh Khan 's wax figure was the first one for a Bollywood star in the Madame Tussauds in Los Angeles.
AISHWARYA RAI (Ash) is one of Bollywood's pre-eminent leading ladies. This Indian darling burst upon the world stage when her striking beauty, poise and commanding intelligence won her the Miss World crown in 1994. This former architecture major soon became one of India's most famous models landing a prestigious Pepsi campaign and appearing in Vogue Magazine. India's top Bollywood directors were soon lining up to work with Ash. Her film debut in Mani Rathnam's 'Iruvar' (1997) As received critical acclaim and her performance in Rahul Rawail's '…Aur Paar Ho Gaya' (1997) As garnered her the Best Female Debutante Award. In 2000 she was awarded Best Actress by FilmFare and Zee Cine for her work in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam", in that same year, nominated for Best SUPPORTING Actress for her special appearance in Aditya Chopra's MOHABBATEIN. In 2001 Ash was nominated for FilmFare's Best Actress Award for Satish Kaushik's "Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai". Ash's star continued to rise in 2002 working again with Sajay Leela Bhansali in 'Devdas'. 'Devdas' is the most ambitious and most successful film in Bollywood history. It became the first Bollywood picture to ever receive a special screening at this year's Cannes Film Festival and broke box-office records in India and the United States. Daily Variety's (06/12/02) As Derek Elley describes 'Devdas' as "…some of the most sumptuous production values in Bollywood history…" Elley describes Ash as "almost Audrey Hepburn-like", Moulin Rouge director Baz Luhrmann says "I loved her in Devdas" and Julia Roberts calls her "the world's most beautiful woman". 2003 brought even more exciting opportunities. Ash became the first Indian actor to be a member of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival. Ash is also the latest member of the elite L'Oreal Dream Team, joining beauties Catherine Deneuve and Andie MacDowell as their international ambassador. She graced the covers of India Today and the prestigious TIME Magazine. Time Magazine has also listed her on their list of the “100 Most Influential People in the World Today”. Ash was also listed on Rolling Stone Magazine's annual "Hot List", Hello Magazine’s Most Attractive Women in the World”, Stuff Magazine, FHM magazine, V-Life from Variety Magazine, GQ Magazine, New York Times Magazine, People Magazine and countless others. "Bride and Prejudice", a re-working of the Jane Austin classic opposite actor Martin Henderson (The Ring), directed by Gurinder Chadha was released.To close 2004 has the great honor of being the first Indian Female immortalized in wax at the world famous Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum in London. The Aishwarya Rai Foundation was established to help those less fortunate who are in need of support. During her travels Ash researches issues close to her heart, namely, the world's ill treatment of women, children, the elderly and animals. Her hope is to eventually dedicate most of her energies and time in support of her Foundation. www.AishwaryaRaiFoundation.org 2005 started off with a bang! Aishwarya became the first Bollywood star to be featured in a one-on-one profile on 60 Minutes. 60 Minutes is the #1 news show in America. Due to the strong demand from India to view her 60 Minutes appearance, the weekly show is now broadcast throughout the country for the first time, making it one of the most watched news shows in the world. Appearances on David Letterman and Good Morning America; both very popular shows in America were very well received by viewers. Ash will appear on the #1 talk show in the world, The Oprah Winfrey Show, whom Ash credits Oprah as "a pure inspiration".Scheduled filming of "Mistress of Spices" directed by Paul Berges, Dhoom 2 directed by Sanjay Gadhvi, "Chaos" opposite Meryl Streep for French Director Coline Serreau and “Windfall – the Bhopal Story” of which she will also serve as Executive Producer, are all set for 2005. Currently Ash is in negotiations on two major motion pictures to be announced shortly. Has worked on Nakshatra and Loreal ads.
Nick Name : Ash
Title : Miss World 1994
Star Sign : Scorpio
DOB : November 1, 1973
Place of Birth : Karnataka, India
Height : 5 ' 7 "
Eyes : Blue-green
Family : Father, Mother Brinda, Brother Aditya
Languages : English, Hindi, Kannada,
Address : 402, Ramlaxmi Niwas, 16th Road (Near Khar Gym), Mumbai 400054, INDIA
Identification Marks: Mole on left hand above elbow
Nationality: Indian
Profession: Model, Actress (in Indian languages movies, mostly Hindi and Tamil) As
Favourite Actresses: Madhubala, Madhuri Dixit
Father's Occupation: Merchant Navy Officer
Schooling: Arya Vidya Mandir, Santacruz, Bombay, India
Academic Record: Excellent Intermediate College DG Ruparel College, Matunga, Bombay, India. (Considered as the #1 science college in the city)Career Selected After HSC: Architecture course at Raheja College, Bandra.
First modelling Assignment: When she was at 9th grade, Modelled for Camlin Industries, Pamolive, Casio pager, Pepsi, Philips Television, Sheetal Diva
In 2007 she was ranked num 40 on the AskMen.com Top 99 Women list.
01/11/2007: Dabboo Ratnani Calendar 2007. Has worked on Nakshatra and Loreal ads. Aishwarya Rai as ambassadors for Kerala. Aish has a huge female dog boxer named Sunshine.
In 2008 she was ranked num 27 on the AskMen.com Top 99 Women list.
01/28/2008: Aishwarya Launches The Lux Provocateur
06/27/2008: Aishwarya was on the cover of June 2009 issue of Verve.
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