Actor
Twinkle Khanna
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
1995 – Present
Twinkle Khanna Biography
Personal Information
- Full Name: Twinkle Khanna
- Date of Birth: 29 December 1974
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age: 51 years (as of 2026)
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Family Background
- Father: Akshay Kumar
- Mother: Rajeshwari Khanna
- Spouse: Akshay Kumar
- Children: Aarav Kumar, Nitara Kumar
Education
- Schooling: Debutante International School, Mumbai
- College: Mithibai College, Mumbai
Career Highlight
| Year | Work / Achievement | Role / Notes | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Barsaat | Tina Oberoi | Actress Debut |
| 1996 | Jaan | Kajal | Actress |
| 1996 | Dil Tera Diwana | Komal | Actress |
| 1997 | Uff! Yeh Mohabbat | Sonia Verma | Actress |
| 1997 | Itihaas | Naina | Actress |
| 1998 | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Komal Sinha | Actress |
| 1999 | International Khiladi | Payal | Actress |
| 1999 | Zulmi | Komal Dutt | Actress |
| 1999 | Seenu | Swetha | Telugu-language Actress |
| 1999 | Baadshah | Seema Malhotra | Actress |
| 1999 | Yeh Hai Mumbai Meri Jaan | Jasmine Arora | Actress |
| 2000 | Mela | Roopa Singh | Actress |
| 2000 | Chal Mere Bhai | Pooja | Special Appearance |
| 2000 | Joru Ka Ghulam | Durga | Actress |
| 2001 | Jodi No.1 | Tina | Actress |
| 2001 | Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega | Anjali | Actress |
| 2010 | Tees Maar Khan | Herself | Guest Appearance |
| 2010 | Tees Maar Khan | Producer | Film Production |
| 2011 | Thank You | Producer | Film Production |
| 2011 | Patiala House | Producer | Film Production |
| 2012 | Khiladi 786 | Producer | Film Production |
| 2013 | 72 Miles | Marathi Film Producer | Film Production |
| 2018 | Pad Man | Producer | Film Production |
| 2025 | Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle | Host | Television |
| 1996 | Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut | Barsaat | Award |
| 2010 | Hello! Hall of Fame Award – Most Stylish Couple | With Akshay Kumar | Award |
| 2016 | Outlook Social Media Award | Inspiring Woman of the Year | Award |
| 2016 | Crossword Popular Non-Fiction Award | Mrs Funnybones | Award |
| 2017 | Hello! Hall of Fame Award – Visionary Woman | — | Award |
| 2017 | India Today Woman Writer of the Year | The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad | Award |
| 2017 | Vogue Opinion Maker of the Year | — | Award |
| 2017 | Bangalore Literature Festival – Popular Choice | The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad | Award |
| 2017 | Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Pioneer Award | Celebrity Pioneer Award | Award |
| 2019 | National Film Award – Best Film on Social Issues | Pad Man (accepted by Akshay Kumar) | Award |
| 2019 | Crossword Book Award (Popular) – Fiction | Pyjamas Are Forgiving | Award |
| 2024 | Crossword Book Award (Popular) – Fiction | Welcome To Paradise | Award |
Recent Activity
- Pursuing a PhD at age 50 after completing a Master’s in fiction writing.
- Bestselling author known for Mrs Funnybones, The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad, and Pyjamas Are Forgiving.
- Columnist contributing witty and insightful articles to leading publications.
- Founder of Tweak India, a popular digital content platform.
- Shares health, beauty, and lifestyle tips with millions on social media
Awards List
| Year | Work / Achievement | Role / Notes | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Barsaat | Tina Oberoi | Actress Debut |
| 1996 | Jaan | Kajal | Actress |
| 1996 | Dil Tera Diwana | Komal | Actress |
| 1997 | Uff! Yeh Mohabbat | Sonia Verma | Actress |
| 1997 | Itihaas | Naina | Actress |
| 1998 | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Komal Sinha | Actress |
| 1999 | International Khiladi | Payal | Actress |
| 1999 | Zulmi | Komal Dutt | Actress |
| 1999 | Seenu | Swetha | Telugu-language Actress |
| 1999 | Baadshah | Seema Malhotra | Actress |
| 1999 | Yeh Hai Mumbai Meri Jaan | Jasmine Arora | Actress |
| 2000 | Mela | Roopa Singh | Actress |
| 2000 | Chal Mere Bhai | Pooja | Special Appearance |
| 2000 | Joru Ka Ghulam | Durga | Actress |
| 2001 | Jodi No.1 | Tina | Actress |
| 2001 | Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega | Anjali | Actress |
| 2010 | Tees Maar Khan | Herself | Guest Appearance |
| 2010 | Tees Maar Khan | Producer | Film Production |
| 2011 | Thank You | Producer | Film Production |
| 2011 | Patiala House | Producer | Film Production |
| 2012 | Khiladi 786 | Producer | Film Production |
| 2013 | 72 Miles | Marathi Film Producer | Film Production |
| 2018 | Pad Man | Producer | Film Production |
| 2025 | Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle | Host | Television |
| 1996 | Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut | Barsaat | Award |
| 2010 | Hello! Hall of Fame Award – Most Stylish Couple | With Akshay Kumar | Award |
| 2016 | Outlook Social Media Award | Inspiring Woman of the Year | Award |
| 2016 | Crossword Popular Non-Fiction Award | Mrs Funnybones | Award |
| 2017 | Hello! Hall of Fame Award – Visionary Woman | — | Award |
| 2017 | India Today Woman Writer of the Year | The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad | Award |
| 2017 | Vogue Opinion Maker of the Year | — | Award |
| 2017 | Bangalore Literature Festival – Popular Choice | The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad | Award |
| 2017 | Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Pioneer Award | Celebrity Pioneer Award | Award |
| 2019 | National Film Award – Best Film on Social Issues | Pad Man (accepted by Akshay Kumar) | Award |
| 2019 | Crossword Book Award (Popular) – Fiction | Pyjamas Are Forgiving | Award |
| 2024 | Crossword Book Award (Popular) – Fiction | Welcome To Paradise | Award |
About Twinkle Khanna
She is married to Akshay Kumar.
Mrs Funnybones, The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad, Pyjamas Are Forgiving.
A digital content platform founded by Twinkle Khanna focusing on lifestyle, health, and wellness.
Yes, Best Female Debut for Barsaat in 1996.
She focuses mainly on writing, producing, and digital media now.