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Mallika Sherawat
Active Bollywood (Hindi Cinema), Hollywood, and Television
- FromMoth, Hisar District, Haryana, India
- Based inMumbai, India & Los Angeles, California, USA
- Age49 years
- Active2002–Present
- Updated
Mallika Sherawat – Biography
Mallika Sherawat – Full Information
- Full Name: Reema Lamba
- Popular Name: Mallika Sherawat
- Nickname: Mallika, Bollywood Sex Symbol
- Profession: Actress, Model
- Known For: Breakout lead role as Simran Saigal in the erotic thriller Murder (2004), comedic performance in Welcome (2007), Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006), and international appearance alongside Jackie Chan in The Myth (2005).
- Date of Birth: October 24, 1976
- Age: 49 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Moth, Hisar District, Haryana, India
- Hometown: Moth / Rohtak, Haryana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India & Los Angeles, California, USA
- Profession Category: Actor / Bollywood & International Screen Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
- Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family Member Name
- Father: Mukesh Kumar Lamba (State Government Engineer)
- Mother: Santosh Sherawat
- Siblings: Vikram Lamba (Brother)
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Ex-Spouse: Karan Singh Gill
- Children: None
Education Details
- School: Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, New Delhi
- College / University: Miranda House, Delhi University, New Delhi
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Philosophy
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 2002 | Film appearance in Jeena Sirf Merre Liye credited as Reema Lamba |
| 2003 | First prominent lead screen role in romance drama Khwahish |
| 2004 | Massive commercial breakthrough and nationwide stardom in erotic thriller Murder |
| 2005 | International debut alongside Jackie Chan in martial arts action feature The Myth |
| 2006 | Critical acclaim for romantic comedy Pyaar Ke Side Effects |
| 2007 | Major blockbuster box-office success playing Ishika in comedy multi-starrer Welcome |
| 2007 | Special appearance in hit song Mayya Mayya in Mani Ratnam’s Guru |
| 2008 | Honored with Renaissance Artist Award in the United States |
| 2010 | Headlined supernatural horror film Hisss |
| 2011 | Starred in American-Indian romantic comedy Politics of Love (Love, Barack) |
| 2013 | Headlined reality television dating series The Bachelorette India |
| 2022 | Featured in Rajat Kapoor’s critically acclaimed indie meta-comedy RK/RKay |
| 2024 | Starred in comedy feature Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2004 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Debut | Khwahish | Nominated |
| 2005 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor Female | Murder | Nominated |
| 2005 | Stardust Awards | Superstar of Tomorrow Female | Murder | Nominated |
| 2007 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor Female | Pyaar Ke Side Effects | Nominated |
| 2008 | Renaissance Artist Award | Career Recognition | Special Honors | Won |
| 2011 | Screen Actors Guild / Los Angeles Asia Film | Special Achievement | Special Honors | Won |
| 2015 | Kalakar Awards | International Youth Icon Award | Special Honors | Won |
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About Mallika Sherawat
What is Mallika Sherawat's real name?
Her birth name is Reema Lamba; she adopted the stage name Mallika ("empress") and used her mother's maiden name Sherawat to honor her mother's support.
Which movie was Mallika Sherawat's major breakthrough?
Her career-defining commercial breakthrough came in 2004 with the blockbuster romantic erotic thriller Murder, directed by Anurag Basu.
What is Mallika Sherawat's educational background?
She studied at Delhi Public School on Mathura Road and completed her degree in Philosophy from Miranda House, University of Delhi.
Which international movie did Mallika Sherawat star in with Jackie Chan?
She played Samantha in the 2005 international martial arts fantasy adventure film The Myth, directed by Stanley Tong.
Has Mallika Sherawat appeared on reality television?
Yes, in 2013 she headlined the reality show The Bachelorette India: Mere Khayalon Ki Mallika to choose an ideal companion.
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