Name: Mahira Sharma
Profession: Actress, Model, Performer
Born: November 25, 1997 in Jammu and Kashmir, India
Nationality: Indian
Known for: Bigg Boss 13, Kundali Bhagya, Naagin 3, Lehenga music video
Biography
Mahira Sharma, affectionately known as “Mau,” is a prominent Indian actress, model, and performer. Born on November 25, 1997, in Jammu and Kashmir, Mahira relocated to Mumbai after completing her education at the University of Mumbai to pursue a career in acting and modeling.
Mahira’s journey in the entertainment industry began with appearances in various television shows and music videos. Her breakthrough came with her participation in the reality TV show “Bigg Boss 13” in 2019, where she made it to the top seven contestants. Prior to this, she portrayed the character Shilpi in the Indian drama television program “Y.A.R.O Ka Tashan” on SAB TV from July 26, 2016, to May 22, 2017.
Throughout her career, Mahira has showcased her versatility by appearing in Hindi-language movies, TV shows, and over 50 music videos. She gained significant popularity with her appearance in the Punjabi song “Lehenga,” which has garnered over 1 billion views on YouTube. Mahira has also made guest appearances in comic TV shows such as “Partners Problem Ho Gayi Double” and “Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasma.” She played the character Manisha in the romantic comedy “Kundali Bhagya” on Zee TV and portrayed Jamini in the drama series “Naagin 3.”
In 2018, Mahira served as a judge on MTV’s “Date to Remember,” further expanding her presence in the entertainment industry. With her fashionable appearances and strong social media presence, boasting over 9 million followers on Instagram, Mahira continues to be a prominent figure in the Indian entertainment scene.
Awards and Accolades
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Interesting Facts
- Mahira has appeared in numerous Punjabi music videos, including “Nikks Relation,” “Love You Oye,” “Lehenga,” and “Gal Karke.”
- Her song “Lehenga” has achieved significant success with over 1 billion views on YouTube.
- She has a strong presence on social media, with over 9 million followers on Instagram.
Social Media
- Instagram: @mahirasharma
Family
- Mother: Sania Sharma
- Brother: Akash Sharma
- Father: N/A
Controversies
Mahira Sharma was involved in a controversy surrounding the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award in 2020. She was accused of forging the award, which she denied, claiming she was given a certificate of appreciation off-stage for being the ‘Most Fashionable Contestant of Bigg Boss 13’. The organizers disputed her claims and demanded an apology. Fellow Bigg Boss 13 contestant Rashami Desai defended Mahira, stating that she was not at fault.
