Kajal Aggarwal is an Indian actress who predominantly works in the Telugu and Tamil film industries. She was born on June 19, 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, to entrepreneur, Vinay Aggarwal, and a confectioner, Suman Aggarwal, also has a younger sibling named Nisha Aggarwal, who is also a South Indian actress. Kajal Aggarwal pursued her career in acting after completing her graduation in mass media. She also has roots in Amritsar, Punjab, India
Kajal made her acting debut with the Hindi film “Kyun! Ho Gaya Na…” in 2004, directed by Samir Karnik. However, it was her entry into the Telugu and Tamil film industries that brought her significant recognition. She made her Telugu debut with the film “Lakshmi Kalyanam” in 2007 and her Tamil debut with the film “Pazhani” in the same year.
Kajal gained widespread popularity and acclaim with her role in the Telugu film “Magadheera” (2009), directed by S.S. Rajamouli. The film was a massive success and established Kajal as one of the leading actresses in the industry. Her performance in the film earned her several awards and nominations.
Following the success of “Magadheera,” Kajal acted in numerous Telugu and Tamil films, delivering notable performances. Some of her notable movies include “Darling” (2010), “Brindavanam” (2010), “Thuppakki” (2012), “Maari” (2015), and “Mersal” (2017). These films contributed to her popularity and established her as a versatile actress.
Kajal Aggarwal has also ventured into other film industries, including Bollywood, Malayalam, and Kannada. She has acted in films like “Singham” (2011) in Bollywood and “Janatha Garage” (2016) in Malayalam, expanding her reach and gaining a pan-Indian fan base.
Apart from her acting career, Kajal is actively involved in philanthropic activities. She supports various causes and has been associated with initiatives related to education and healthcare.
On August 2020, she got engaged to Mumbai-based entrepreneur Gautham Kitchlu, and got married on 30 October 2020. Later, Gautam Kitchlu shared a post on social media along with a photo of his engagement day. The couple was blessed with a baby boy on April 19, 2022.
Kajal Aggarwal’s journey in the film industry has been marked by her versatility, beauty, and talent. She has worked with some of the top actors and directors in the industry and continues to deliver impactful performances. With her popularity and charm, she remains one of the most prominent actresses in the South Indian film industry.
Name | Kajal Aggarwal |
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Date of Birth | 19/06/1985 |
Current Residence | Mumbai |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | Indian |
Height | 165 CM |
Hobbies | Dancing, Reading, and Yoga |
Father | Vinay Aggarwal |
Mother | Suman Aggarwal |
Sibling | Nisha Aggarwal |
Spouse | Gautham Kitchlu |
Children | Neil Kitchlu |
Educational Qualification | Mass Media with specialization in Advertising & Markiting |
College (s) | Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai |
School (s) | St. Anne’s High School, Mumbai |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Hindi | Kyun! Ho Gaya Na |
Telugu | Teja's Lakshmi Kalyanam |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
2013 | SIIMA Award | Best Actress Tamil | Thuppakki | |
2013 | Youth Icon Of South India Cinema | |||
2011 | CineMAA Award | Best Actress Telugu | Brindaavanam | |
2013 | CineMAA Award | Best Actress Tamil | Thuppakki | |
2018 | Cosmopolitian People Choice Award | Best Actress Tamil | Thuppakki | |
2016 | Fashion Icon Of The Year | Most Female Celebrity on Social Media | ||
2013 | Zee Telugu Apsara Awards 2013 | Femina Penn Shakti Awaeds | ||
2016 | Zee Telugu Apsara Awards 2016 | Femina Penn List South | ||
2016 | Zee Telugu Golden Awards | Best Actress Telugu | ||
2016 | Zee Telugu Apsara Awards 2016 | Hyderabad Times Most Desirable Women | ||
2016 | Zee Telugu Apsara Awards 2018 | Actress of the Decade | ||
2018 | Zee Telugu Apsara Awards 2018 | Best Actress in 2017 |