Dia Mirza, is an Indian model, actress and Former Miss Asia-Pacific who appears in Bollywood films. Dia is known in media for her Social work. Dia
Dia Mirza started working at the age of 16 years while continuing her college education. The glam doll was highly appreciated for her debut performance in movie ‘Rehnaa Hai Tere Dil Mein’. Her small yet powerful role in ‘Lage Raho Munnabhai’ also brought her the much-needed media attention. The former Miss India Asia-Pacific, Dia might not have done too many films, but has been enjoying her stint in the industry. Dia has been involved with several charity works including Cancer Patients Aid Association, Spastics Society of India, and has worked extensively to spread HIV awarenes
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Personal Life
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Dia Mirza Rekhi Handrich |
| Nickname | Dee |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) (list) | Dia Mirza, Dia Handrich, Dia Mirza Rekhi |
| Date of Birth | 9 December 1981 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 41 years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now in Telangana), India |
| Hometown | Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now in Telangana), India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Arts from Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad |
| Hobbies and Interests | Meditation, Painting, Yoga, Horse Riding, Reading & Writing |
| Languages Known | Hindi, English, Urdu, Bengali |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Wikipedia |
| IMDb Profile link | [IMDb] |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Slim |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 34-26-34 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 6″ / 168 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 53 kg / 117 lbs |
| Chest | 34 inches |
| Waist | 26 inches |
| Biceps | N/A |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Medium-length wavy hair |
| Distinctive Features | Beautiful smile, dimpled cheeks, mole on the chin |
| Tattoos | ‘Aazad’ imbibed on the wrist of her left hand |
Family and Relationships
| Family and Relationships | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Husband | Vaibhav Rekhi (Businessman and Investment Banker) |
| Father | Frank Handrich (Graphics and Industrial Fair Designer, Architect, Artist, and Interior Designer based in Munich) and Ahmed Mirza (Step-Father) |
| Mother | Deepa Mirza (Interior Designer, Landscaper) |
| Children | Avyaan Azaad Rekhi (Son) |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Affairs – Boyfriend(s) | Salman Khan (Actor; rumored), Vashu Bhagnani (Film Producer; rumored), Kunal Kapoor (Actor; rumored), Bunty Sachdeva (Musician), Sahil Sangha (Businessman and Film Producer), Mohit Raina (Actor; rumored) |
| Significant Relationships | Dia Mirza was married to Sahil Sangha from 2014 to 2019. They co-owned a production house named Born Free Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Dia Mirza married Vaibhav Rekhi on February 15, 2021 in an intimate ceremony at his residence in Mumbai. |
Career, Awards, and Achievements
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actress, Model, Film Producer & Social Activist |
| Debut Film | Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2001) as ‘Reena Malhotra’ |
| Notable Roles | Jaya in Parineeta (2005), Simran in Dus (2005), Simran in Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), Gayatri in Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. (2007), Manyata Dutt in Sanju (2018), Shivani in Thappad (2020) |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Thappad (2020), Wild Dog (2021) |
| Upcoming Films | Bobby Jasoos 2, The Good Wife |
| Popular Television Series | Ganga – The Soul of India (2016), Kaafir (2019), Mind The Malhotras (2019) |
| Awards and Achievements | Miss Asia Pacific International 2000, Femina Miss India Asia Pacific 2000, Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award for Best Actress for Kaafir (2020), Filmfare Glamour & Style Awards for Woman of Style & Substance (2019), IWM Digital Awards for Best Actor Female (Critics) for Kaafir (2019), The ‘Valerian of Environmental Issues’ by the makers of the film Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017), Rotary Awards for The Woman of Substance (2016), Femina Miss India for Ms. Eternal Beauty (2016), Women’s Achievement Award (2011), Green Globe Honor for Extraordinary Work by a Public Figure (2011), Great Women Achiever Award for Beauty (2005) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Lipton, Wall’s ice cream, Emami, Samsung Mobiles, PETA, Swachh Bharat Mission, Wildlife Trust of India, Save the Children, UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Cancer Patients Aid Association, Spastics Society of India, CRY – Child Rights and You, ADAPT – Able Disabled All People Together, NDTV Greenathon – An Environment Campaign, Coca-Cola- Support My School Campaign, Sanctuary Asia – Leave Me Alone Campaign for Tiger Conservation, Narmada Bachao Andolan |
| Professional Associations | Andhra Pradesh State AIDS Control Society as the brand ambassador, UNICEF as the national ambassador to promote child rights and adolescence |
| Training and Education | Bachelor of Arts from Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad |
| Production Company | Born Free Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. with ex-husband Sahil Sangha; One India Stories with current husband Vaibhav Rekhi |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2001), Parineeta (2005), Dus (2005), Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), Sanju (2018) |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Parineeta (2005), Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), Kaafir (2019), Thappad (2020) |
Assets and Finances
Favourite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Tom Cruise |
| Favorite Actress | Aishwarya Rai |
| Favorite Film | Schindler’s List, Forrest Gump |
| Favorite Music Bands | N/A |
| Favorite Sport | N/A |
| Favorite Books | The Faraway Tree, The Secret Life of Bees, The Motorcycle Diaries |
| Favorite Color | White |
| Favorite Food | Hyderabadi Biryani, Italian |
| Things s/he like | Painting, Acting, Philanthropy, Pottery, Photography, Travelling |
| Things s/he dislike | Wasting water, hurting animals, conversion to Christianity |
Early Life and Upbringing
Debut Film
Rise to Stardom
Successful Film
Controversies
Interesting Facts
