Malika Sherawat Born as Reema Lamba to a Jat family, Mallika Sherawat, one of Bollywood's most bold and daring actresses, is known for breaking barriers both in Indian cinema and internationally. She grew up in a small family and completed her schooling at Delhi Public School, Mathura Road. Mallika pursued her higher education in philosophy from Miranda House, Delhi University, before making a mark in the entertainment industry.
Early Life and Family Background
Mallika has often spoken about the challenges she faced in her early life, particularly claiming that she came from a small, conservative town and encountered resistance from her family in pursuing her dreams. However, her family has denied these claims, suggesting that Mallika created this narrative on her own. It has also been reported that she was married to a pilot working for Jet Airways at one point in her life.
Mallika Sherawat Age, Height, Career, Biography, Awards
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Mallika Sherawat |
| Real Name | Reema Lamba |
| Date of Birth | October 24, 1976 |
| Birthplace | Moth, Hisar, Haryana, India |
| Occupation | Actress, Model |
| Years Active | 2002–present |
| Education | Degree in Philosophy from Miranda House, Delhi University |
| Notable Films | Khwahish (2003), Murder (2004), Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006) |
| Awards | Gotham Screen Film Festival Award for Best Actress (2011), Renaissance Artist Award (2008) |
| Family Background | Comes from a conservative Jat family; initially faced family opposition to her acting career. |
Career Beginnings
Mallika’s career in the limelight began with appearances in several television commercials. She featured alongside Bollywood legends like Amitabh Bachchan in a BPL ad and Shah Rukh Khan for Santro. She also made her presence felt in the music video of "Bailando" by Nirmal Pandey and Surjit Bindrakhia. Her debut in Bollywood came with the film Jeena Sirf Merre Liye, but it was her role in Khwahish (2003) that truly caught the public's attention.
Rise to Fame
However, it was her role in the film Murder (2004) that solidified Mallika’s position in the industry. The movie, which became a major hit, earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the Zee Cine Awards. She was widely praised for her bold performance, and the film became one of the highest-grossing of the year.
In 2005, Mallika took a step further in her career by acting in a Chinese film, The Myth, starring opposite the legendary Jackie Chan. The film brought her international recognition and marked the beginning of her attempt to cross over to Hollywood.
Exploring New Horizons
Mallika continued to explore different roles in Bollywood, starring in films like Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006), which received moderate success at the box office. In 2007, she appeared in the song Mayya Mayya in the film Guru and had a special guest appearance in Aap Ka Suroor – The Real Love Story, where she was reportedly paid Rs 15 million for just a 10-minute role. That same year, Mallika starred in Welcome, a massive box-office hit.
In 2008, Mallika starred in two films, Ugly aur Pagli and Maan Gaye Mughal-e-Azam, both of which, unfortunately, did not perform well at the box office.
Hollywood Ventures
Mallika ventured into Hollywood in 2009 with the film Hisss, where she played the lead role. Although the film did not fare well critically, it was an important step in her international career. She later appeared in Politics of Love, a Hollywood comedy, further cementing her place in the global entertainment industry.