Bipasha Basu Bio | Wiki
Bipasha Basu (Full Name: Bipasha Basu Singh Grover) is a popular Indian actress and fitness enthusiast known for her work in Hindi films and has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and English films. She is the recipient of many accolades, such as one Filmfare Award. Mostly known for her work in the thriller and horror film genres, and for many item numbers, Bipasha is frequently cited in the media as a sex symbol and a scream queen.
She later started receiving offers for film roles and made her acting debut with the thriller Ajnabee (2001), which received her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Bipasha’s first leading role was in the horror film Raaz (2002), which earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. Bipasha’s career progressed with a leading role in the erotic thriller Jism (2003) and with her roles in the top-grossing films No Entry (2005) and Dhoom 2 (2006). Besides acting in films, Bipasha is a fitness enthusiast and has been featured in many fitness videos. In addition, Bipasha has also hosted the horror series Darr Sabko Lagta Hai in 2015.
Bipasha Basu Age
Bipasha was born on January 7, 1979, in New Delhi, India. She is 44 years old. Bipasha celebrates her birthday on January 7, every year.
Bipasha Basu Height
She is a woman of above-average stature. Bipasha stands at a height of 5 ft 7 in (Approx 1.7 m).
Bipasha Basu Family
She was born in New Delhi, India to a Bengali family. Bipasha’s father, Hirak, is a civil engineer, while her mother, Mamta, is a homemaker. Bipasha has one elder sister named Bidisha, and one younger sister, named Vijayeta. According to her, her name means “dark deep desire”, and is also a river’s name.
Bipasha Basu Husband | Child
Bipasha is married to her husband Karan Singh Grover an Indian model and actor known due to his work in Indian television series such as Dill Mill Gayye and Qubool Hai. The pair met in 2014 on the sets of Alone and they fell in love and married on April 30, 2016. In August 2022, Bipasha and her husband Karan Singh Grover announced that they are expecting their first child.
Before, Bipasha was in a relationship with actor Dino Morea from 1996 through 2002 and a very high-profile one with John Abraham from 2002 through 2011. Bipasha also was in a relationship with retired actor Harman Baweja. Later on, the two broke up in 2014.
Bipasha Basu Education
She studied at Apeejay High School. Bipasha’s family then shifted to Kolkata, where she joined Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, in Bidhannagar. In her school, Bipasha was appointed as the head girl and was fondly called ‘Lady Goonda’ because of her short and commanding personality.
Bipasha Basu Actress
She has featured in more than 50 films, predominantly in the Hindi language. Following a successful career as a model, Bipasha made her film debut with a supporting role in Abbas–Mustan’s thriller Ajnabee (2001), which gave her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Bipasha followed this with a role in her first Telugu cinema—the action film Takkari Donga (2002).
Bipasha had her first major success with the supernatural thriller Raaz (2002), which earned Bipasha her first Filmfare Award for Best Actress nomination. The next year, Bipasha starred opposite John Abraham in the erotic thriller Jism, in which Bipasha played a seductive wife. Bipasha received a Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role nomination for the film. Bipasha’s roles in these films established her as a sex symbol.
In 2013, Bipasha made her Hollywood debut with the historical romance The Lovers, in which Bipasha played a Maratha warrior. The next year, she starred in the comedy Humshakals. The film got largely negative reviews, though it was a moderate commercial success. In 2015, Bipasha played conjoined twins—a first for an actress in Bollywood—in the horror film Alone. Bipasha followed it by featuring as the host of the television horror series Darr Sabko Lagta Hai that year.
Bipasha Basu Movies
– Ajnabee (2001) as Sonia Bajaj/Neeta
– Takkari Donga (2002) as Panasa
– Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai (2002) as Ria
– Chor Machaaye Shor (2002) as Ranjita
– Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003) as Girija
– Footpath (2003) as Sanjana Srivastav
– Rules: Pyaar Ka Superhit Formula (2003) as herself
– Ishq Hai Tumse (2004) as Khusboo
– Rudraksh (2004) as Gayatri
– Madhoshi (2004) as Anupama Kaul
– Barsaat (2005) as Anna Virvani
– No Entry (2005) as Bobby
– Humko Deewana Kar Gaye (2006) as Sonia Berry
– Darna Zaroori Hai (2006) as Nishigandha Dasgupta
– All the Best: Fun Begins (2009) as Jhanvi Chopra
– Dum Maro Dum (2011) as Zoey Mendonca
– Jodi Breakers (2012) as Sonali Agnihotri
– Humshakals (2014) as Mishti
Bipasha Basu Songs
– My Name Is Ali (2006)
– Deewana kar raha hai (2012)
– Touch My Body (2015)
– Katra Katra (2015)
– Small Town Girl (2008)
– Kabhi Khamosh Baithogi (2005)
– Mere Saath Chalte Chalte (2006)
– Hum Naa Rahein Hum (2014)
– Chand Aasmano Se Laapata (2015)
– Pyar Ka Khumar (2004)
– Lucky Boy (2008)
Bipasha Basu Workout
Besides films, Bipasha is an advocate of physical fitness. In 2005 Bipasha released her first fitness DVD jointly with John Abraham, named Bollywood Bodies. In 2010 Bipasha released her first solo fitness DVD titled Love Yourself: Fit & Fabulous You, which emphasised being strong, healthy, and loving one’s self. The DVD had a 60-day routine for weight loss, such as a beginner’s workout, an advanced workout, and an “easy tone” workout. Bipasha was also the brand ambassador of Sugar-Free, which helped her promote the DVD. Hiren Gada, director of Shemaroo Entertainment said, “A celebrity like her, genuinely believes in staying healthy.
Bipasha is also passionate about fitness.” She afterward launched her second fitness DVD in September 2011 called Break Free, a 30-minute dance routine, and the follow-up to her first workout video, continuing the Love Yourself series. In January 2014 she launched the much-awaited third installment of her Love Yourself DVD fitness series, Unleash, an advanced training routine that includes plyometrics and focuses most on power and speed while strengthening the bones and improving muscle coordination.
Afterward, in 2014, many of her fitness workout videos were released for free on distributor Shemaroo Entertainment’s health-focused YouTube channel, Shemaroo Good Health 24/7. Bipasha is also the face of Delhi Marathon, which has been encouraged by her interest in fitness.
Bipasha Basu Net Worth
She gets her wealth from her work as an Indian actress and fitness enthusiast known for her work in Hindi films and has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and English films. Therefore, Bipasha has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Bipasha’s estimated net worth is $15 million.
How Tall Is Bipasha Basu
Bipasha is a woman of above-average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 7 in (Approx 1.7 m).
How Old Is Bipasha Basu
Bipasha is a 44-year-old who was born on January 7, 1979, in New Delhi, India.
Is Bipasha Basu Married
Yes. Bipasha is married to her husband Karan Singh Grover an Indian model and actor known due to his work in Indian television series such as Dill Mill Gayye and Qubool Hai. The pair met in 2014 on the sets of Alone and they fell in love and married on April 30, 2016. In August 2022, Bipasha and her husband Karan Singh Grover announced that they are expecting their first child.
Bipasha Basu Social Media Handles
Twitter – @bipsluvurself
Instagram – bipashabasu