Mahek Chahal, born as Raspreet Kaur Chahal, is a Norwegian actress of Indian descent who has made a significant mark in the Hindi film industry. The Bollywood Actress known for her participation in the Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss 5, she emerged as the runner-up.
This blog post delves into the life and career of this talented actress and model.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on February 1, 1979, in Oslo, Norway, Mahek was passionate about becoming an actress from her childhood days. She completed her schooling at a Norwegian-medium school in Norway and later attended Kishore Namit’s acting school in Mumbai.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Raspreet Kaur Chahal |
| Nickname | Preeti, Mahek |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | N/A |
| Date of Birth | February 1, 1979 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 44 Years |
| Religion | Sikhism |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | Indian Norwegian |
| Birthplace | Oslo, Norway |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | N/A |
| Education Qualification | Graduate |
| Hobbies and Interests | Dancing, modeling, designing garments, blogging her thoughts, exercising |
| Languages Known | Hindi, English, Norwegian |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Mahek Chahal |
| IMDb Profile link | Mahek Chahal |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Slim |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 34-27-35 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 8″, 173 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 58 kg, 127 lbs |
| Chest | 34 inches |
| Waist | 27 inches |
| Biceps | N/A |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Long and straight |
| Distinctive Features | High cheekbones, sharp nose, dimpled smile |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Boyfriend/Husband, Affairs
Mahek’s family includes her parents, an elder sister, and her brother Vikramjit Chahal. She was in a relationship with her childhood friend and computer engineer Danish Khan, who proposed to her on the final episode of Bigg Boss .
However, they separated in 2014. In 2017, she got engaged to actor Ashmit Patel.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Engaged |
| Spouse – Husband | N/A |
| Father | N/A |
| Mother | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Siblings | Melvina Kaur Chahal (elder sister), Vikramjit Chahal (brother) |
| Affairs – Boyfriend(s) | Danish Khan (ex-boyfriend), Ashmit Patel (fiance) |
| Significant Relationships | Danish Khan proposed to her on the set of Bigg Boss Season 5 grand finale, but they broke up in 2014. She got engaged to Ashmit Patel in 2017. |
Rise to Stardom
Mahek began her acting career in 2002 with the Telugu film Neetho. She made her Hindi debut with the romantic-comedy Nayee Padosan in 2003.
She also made several song appearances for Hindi, Telugu, Punjabi, and Tamil films.
Mahek Chahal – Debut Film – Neetho (2002)
Mahek Chahal – Successful Film – Fukrey 3 (2023)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Mahek is best known for her participation in the Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss 5, where she emerged as the runner-up. She also participated in the stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi .
Apart from Hindi movies, she has also worked in Telugu, Bengali, and Punjabi films.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actress, Model |
| Debut Film | Neetho (2002, Telugu) |
| Notable Roles | Pooja Iyengar in Nayee Padosan (2003), Shaina in Wanted (2009), Manjulika in Kavach (2016), Mahek Gujral in Naagin 6 (2021-2022) |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Nirdosh (2018), Gethu (2016, Tamil), Karar: The Deal (2014) |
| Upcoming Films | None announced yet |
| Popular Television Series | Bigg Boss 5 (2011-2012), Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 (2021), Naagin 6 (2021-2022) |
| Awards and Achievements | Miss Movie International 1998, Runner-up of Bigg Boss 5, Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role Popular for Naagin 6 |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | B4U Channel, Mahek Chahal Clothing, VLCC Femina Miss India 2020 |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | N/A |
| Professional Associations | Cine and TV Artistes’ Association, Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association |
| Training and Education | Norwegian-medium school, Norway; Kishore Namit’s acting school, Mumbai |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Wanted (2009), Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011) |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Nayee Padosan (2003), Naagin 6 (2021-2022) |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 7.3 Crore, $1.5 Million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 8.3 Crore, $1.7 Million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 9.3 Crore, $1.9 Million |
| Sponsorship Deals | B4U Channel, VLCC Femina Miss India 2020 |
| Business Ventures | Mahek Chahal Clothing |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | N/A |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | N/A |
| Cars Collection | Audi,BMW |
Favourite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Anthony Hopkins, Shah Rukh Khan |
| Favorite Actress | Shilpa Shetty |
| Favorite Film | Yamla Pagla Deewana |
| Favorite Music Bands | N/A |
| Favorite Sport | kick-boxing |
| Favorite Books | N/A |
| Favorite Color | Red |
| Favorite Food | Spicy Indian food |
| Things s/he like | Dancing, modeling, designing garments, blogging her thoughts, exercising, climbing Mount Everest |
| Things s/he dislike | N/A |
Top 5 Best Films – Mahek Chahal
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Nayee Padosan | 2003 | Pooja Iyengar |
| Dil Apna Punjabi | 2006 | Lisa Kaur |
| Wanted | 2009 | Shaina |
| Main Aurr Mrs Khanna | 2009 | Tia Roberts |
| Karar: The Deal | 2014 | Nikita |
Controversies – Mahek Chahal
- Allegations of being favored by Salman Khan during Bigg Boss .
- Ugly fight with Akashdeep Sehgal in Bigg Boss .
- Sky aka Akashdeep threatened to reveal her past on national television.
- Breakup with Danish Khan.
- Engagement with Ashmit Patel.
Interesting Facts – Mahek Chahal
- Mahek is a trained classical dancer.
- She won the title of ‘Miss Movie International’ in London in 1998.
- She has worked as a VJ for B4U Channel.
- She launched her clothing brand “Mahek Chahal Clothing” in Norway.
- She wants to climb Mount Everest once.
- She was featured in Jazzy B & Sukshinder Shinda’s popular Punjabi music video in 2000.
Mahek Chahal’s journey from Norway to Bollywood is a testament to her talent and determination. Her contributions to Indian cinema and television have left an indelible mark, and she continues to entertain audiences with her performances.
Her story is an inspiration for aspiring actors worldwide.
