Kangana Ranaut
| Date of Birth: | March 23, 1986 (Age 39) |
| Place of Birth: | Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India |
| Nationality: | Indian |
| Figure Measurements: | 34-26-34 |
| Net Worth: | ₹115–120 crore (~$15 million) |
| Height: | 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) |
| Education: | NYFA I New York Film Academy (2014–2014), D.A.V. Model School, Elite School of Modeling |
| Marital Status: | Unmarried |
| Parents: | Amardeep Ranaut, Asha Ranaut |
| Known For: | Queen, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Manikarnika, Panga |
Early Life & Education
Kangana Amardeep Ranaut was born on March 23, 1986, in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. After completing her senior secondary education in Chandigarh, she trained under renowned theatre director Arvind Gaur and launched her acting journey in Mumbai in the mid‑2000s, driven by raw intensity and fierce dedication.
Career Highlights
Ranaut made her Bollywood debut with Gangster (2006) and quickly garnered praise for performances in films like Fashion and Life in a… Metro. Her breakout roles came in Tanu Weds Manu (2011), followed by critical and commercial acclaim in Queen (2014) and Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015), for which she won consecutive National Film Awards. She continued redefining female-led cinema with Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019) and Panga (2020), earning multiple awards for her powerful portrayals. She also starred in Thalaivii (2021), portraying Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, with deep preparation and attention to linguistic authenticity.
In 2025, she co-directed and produced the political biopic Emergency, playing Indira Gandhi, marking another bold but controversial career move.
Works
Films & TV (comma‑separated): Gangster, Woh Lamhe, Fashion, Tanu Weds Manu, Life in a… Metro, Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai, Raaz: The Mystery Continues, Krrish 3, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Queen, Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, Panga, Dhaakad, Thalaivii, Emergency, plus voice and cameo appearances.
Net Worth & Assets
Her net worth is estimated around ₹115–120 crore ($15 million). In her 2024 affidavit, she declared assets worth ₹91 crore—including movable assets (₹28.7 crore) and immovable assets (~₹62.9 crore)—along with gold (6.7 kg), silver (60 kg), and diamond jewellery (₹3 crore). She owns multiple properties in Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Manali; luxury vehicles such as a BMW, Mercedes‑Maybach and Mercedes SUVs; and investments in stocks, LIC policies (~50 policies), and her production company Manikarnika Films.
Awards & Recognition
She is a four-time National Film Award winner—including Best Supporting Actress (Fashion), and Best Actress for Queen, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, and Panga. She has four Filmfare Awards, a Padma Shri (2020), and has frequently featured in Forbes India Celebrity 100 lists.
Politics & Public Life
In 2024, Kangana entered politics by winning the Mandi Lok Sabha seat as a BJP MP. She has made headlines for describing politics as a “very expensive hobby” and noting that MPs often have less practical power than MLAs or panchayat leaders. She has advocated normalization of a high-work ethic culture, stating public service demands far beyond conventional roles.
Personal Life & Advocacy
Known for her outspoken views and unapologetic persona, she remains unmarried and intensely private about her personal life. She uses her platform to champion women’s empowerment, national identity, and artistic freedom, though often courting controversy for her political stances.
Trivia & Fun Facts
- Won Filmfare Best Female Debut for Gangster at just 18
- Prepared rigorously for Thalaivii, including learning Tamil
- Among few actors to serve simultaneously as director, producer, politician, and an independent voice in public discourse
Upcoming Projects
She is slated to star in her debut Hollywood film ‘Blessed Be the Evil’ opposite Tyler Posey, marking a significant move into international cinema. She continues producing and planning new projects under her banner Manikarnika Films.