Lisa Haydon ✓
Model

Lisa Haydon

Active Bollywood (Hindi Cinema), Television, and Indian Fashion / Modeling Industry Rating 4.2/5 Fan 9.0/10
  • FromChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Based inLondon, United Kingdom / Hong Kong
  • Age40 years
  • Active2007–Present
  • Updated

Lisa Haydon – Biography

Lisa Haydon – Full Information

  • Full Name: Elisabeth Marie Haydon
  • Popular Name: Lisa Haydon
  • Nickname: Lisa
  • Profession: Model, Actress, TV Presenter, Fashion Designer
  • Known For: Breakthrough role as Vijayalakshmi in Queen (2014), Aarti Menon in Aisha (2010), Jamuna in Housefull 3 (2016), host of India’s Next Top Model, and top fashion supermodel.
  • Date of Birth: June 17, 1986
  • Age: 40 years (as of 2026)
  • Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Hometown: Sydney, Australia / Mumbai, India
  • Nationality: Indian / Australian
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini
  • Current Residence: London, United Kingdom & Hong Kong
  • Profession Category: Model / Bollywood Screen Star

Physical Appearance

  • Height: 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
  • Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs) approx.
  • Eye Colour: Brown
  • Hair Colour: Dark Brown / Black

Family Member Name

  • Father: Venkat (Businessman)
  • Mother: Anna Haydon
  • Siblings: Malika Haydon (Sister – Model and DJ), Julia Haydon (Sister)
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse: Dino Lalvani (Businessman; married 2016)
  • Children: Zack Lalvani (Son), Leo Lalvani (Son), Lara Lalvani (Daughter)

Education Details

  • School: Primary and secondary schooling in Australia and the United States
  • University: Studied in Australia
  • Qualification: Studied Psychology; Trained in Bharatnatyam and Western dance

Career Highlight

Year Career Highlight
2007 Relocated to India and established prominent supermodel career walking top fashion weeks
2009 Named Best Model and Most Stylish Persona at Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire Awards
2010 Feature film acting debut playing Aarti Menon in ensemble romantic comedy Aisha
2011 Featured in the prestigious Kingfisher Swimsuit Calendar
2012 Launched signature capsule apparel line in collaboration with fashion brand Sher Singh
2014 Wide critical acclaim playing the free-spirited single mother Vijayalakshmi in comedy-drama Queen
2014 Starred as female lead Ahana in the comedy film The Shaukeens
2015 Hosted and served as head judge on reality television competition India’s Next Top Model
2016 Starred in box office hit ensemble comedy Housefull 3
2016 Featured cameo role as Lisa D’Souza in romantic drama blockbuster Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
2016 Starred in the popular coming-of-age web series The Trip

Awards List

Year Award Name Category Film Result
2009 Cosmopolitan Fun and Fearless Awards Best Model Fashion / Modeling Won
2010 Marie Claire Awards Best Model Fashion / Modeling Won
2011 Lions Gold Awards Favorite Promising Actor (Female) Aisha Won
2015 Vogue Beauty Awards Best Breakthrough Queen Won
2015 Filmfare Awards Best Supporting Actress Queen Nominated
2015 International Indian Film Academy Awards Best Supporting Actress Queen Nominated
2015 Screen Awards Best Supporting Actress Queen Nominated
2015 Star Guild Awards Best Breakthrough – Female Queen Nominated
2017 Indian Television Academy Awards Best Actor – Female The Trip Nominated

At a Glance

4 Awards
90 Popularity Score
92 Trending
Moderate Controversy Index
95% Profile Complete

Social Reach

1,300,000 Instagram
270,000 Twitter / X

About Lisa Haydon

What is Lisa Haydon's most famous Bollywood role?
Her most praised performance came as Vijayalakshmi in the 2014 comedy-drama Queen, which earned her widespread critical acclaim and a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
How was Lisa Haydon discovered for Bollywood movies?
Actor-producer Anil Kapoor spotted her in a coffee shop in Mumbai and cast her in the 2010 ensemble film Aisha.
Who is Lisa Haydon married to?
She is married to British-Indian entrepreneur Dino Lalvani, the son of telecommunications tycoon Gulu Lalvani.
Did Lisa Haydon host India's Next Top Model?
Yes, she served as the primary host and head judge for the inaugural cycles of MTV India's India's Next Top Model.
Is Lisa Haydon a trained classical dancer?
Yes, she is trained in the classical Indian dance form Bharatnatyam and trained under Shiamak Davar.

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