Actor
Lara Dutta
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
Years Active
2003 – Present
Lara Dutta Biography
Basic Information
- Full Name: Lara Dutta Bhupathi
- Date of Birth: 16 April 1978
- Birthplace: Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actress, Model, Miss Universe 2000
- Languages Known: English, Hindi
Family
- Father: Prabhu Dutta
- Mother: Vera Dutta
- Siblings: One younger sister
Personal Life
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband: Mahesh Bhupathi (Tennis Player)
- Marriage Year: 2003
- Children: One daughter – Saira Bhupathi
Education
- Studied at St. Francis Xavier Girls’ School, Mumbai
- Graduated in History and Economics from Sophia College for Women, Mumbai
- Holds a Diploma in Acting from Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute, Mumbai
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Career Highlight / Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Andaaz | Bollywood debut; won Filmfare Best Female Debut |
| 2004 | Masti | Popular comedy film; box-office success |
| 2005 | No Entry | Major commercial hit; ensemble cast |
| 2006 | Bhagam Bhag | Comedy thriller; successful performance |
| 2007 | Partner | Box-office hit; co-starred with Salman Khan |
| 2008 | Singh Is Kinng | Comedy-drama; well-received |
| 2010 | Housefull | Popular comedy; ensemble cast |
| 2011 | Don 2 | Supporting role in a major action thriller |
| 2012 | Chalo Dilli | Lead role in romantic comedy |
| 2014 | Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami | Character-driven comic role |
| 2015–Present | Occasional films & public appearances | Focus on family, fitness, and endorsements |
Recent Activity
- Acted in the 2024 series Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond
- Upcoming projects include Welcome to the Jungle and Ramayana
- Sharing personal life insights, including family time
- Travelled to Vienna and Nepal
- Promotes her wellness and fitness routine
- Launched her beauty brand Arias
- Participated in speaking engagements and public events
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Andaaz | Won |
| 2004 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Star Debut of the Year – Female | Andaaz | Nominated |
| 2004 | Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards | Most Promising Debut Actress | Andaaz | Won |
| 2004 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Female | Andaaz | Won |
| 2004 | Stardust Awards | Superstar of Tomorrow – Female | Andaaz | Nominated |
| 2004 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Debut | Andaaz & Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost | Nominated |
| 2005 | Stardust Awards | Exciting New Face | Khakee | Won |
| 2006 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | No Entry | Nominated |
| 2008 | Stardust Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Jhoom Barabar Jhoom | Nominated |
| 2008 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female | Jhoom Barabar Jhoom | Nominated |
| 2008 | Rajiv Gandhi Awards | Contribution to Indian Cinema | – | Won |
| 2009 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress | Billu | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress in an Ensemble Cast | Housefull | Nominated |
| 2011 | Zee Cine Awards | Housefull | – | Nominated |
| 2012 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress | Chalo Dilli | Nominated |
| 2015 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards | Most Entertaining Actor in a Comedy Role – Female | Singh Is Bliing | Nominated |
| 2022 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Bell Bottom | – | Nominated |
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actress Comedy – OTT | Kaun Banegi Shikharwati | Nominated |
| 2024 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series – Female | Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond | Nominated |
| 2024 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Mould-Breaking Talent of the Year | – | Nominated |
About Lara Dutta
Lara Dutta is an Indian actress, model, and Miss Universe 2000, known for her work in Bollywood films and OTT projects.
She was born on 16 April 1978.
Her Bollywood debut was Andaaz in 2003.
She is married to tennis player Mahesh Bhupathi since 2003.
Yes, she has one daughter named Saira Bhupathi.
Yes, she is active in films, OTT projects, and public engagements.
She is also known for her fitness advocacy, wellness routines, beauty brand Arias, and style icon status.
She was crowned Miss Universe 2000.
Her recent projects include the OTT series Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond and upcoming films like Welcome to the Jungle and Ramayana.