Personal Information

Full Name: Chitrangada Singh

Nickname: Chitu, Chitra

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1976-03-30

Languages Known: Hindi, English, Rajasthani (conversational)

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian

Religion: Hinduism

Hobbies: Reading (literature & poetry), horse riding, traveling, fitness & yoga, spending time with children, cooking traditional Rajasthani food

Education

School: Mayo College Girls School, Ajmer, Rajasthan

College: Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Lady Irwin College

Physical Stats

Height: 165 cm

Weight: 55 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Niranjan Singh (retired army colonel) Mother: Not publicly named (homemaker)

Siblings: Brother: Digvijay Singh (elder brother)

Marital Status: married

Wife: Sisodia (hotelier; divorced 2009)

Children: 1

Career

Current Position: Actress, Entrepreneur (selective acting in films & OTT; runs a home decor & lifestyle brand)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹80–120 crore (from acting career, brand endorsements, home decor business, real estate, investments)

Awards & Achievements: Stardust Award for Breakthrough Performance – Female – Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2005) Stardust Award for Best Actress – Ankahee (2006) Known for critically acclaimed debut in Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003), Yuva (2004), Ankahee (2006), O Saathiya (2007), Haasil (2003), Jazbaa (2015), Babumoshai Bandookbaaz (2017), Ghoomer (2023) One of the most respected actresses for parallel & meaningful cinema; strong comeback post-divorce & motherhood

Biography Details

Chitrangada Singh (born March 30, 1976, in Jodhpur) is an Indian actress known for her powerful & natural performances. Daughter of retired army colonel Niranjan Singh, she graduated from Lady Irwin College, Delhi, before entering acting. She debuted in Sudhir Mishra’s Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003) and earned critical acclaim with Yuva (2004), Ankahee (2006), and Haasil (2003).

After marriage to hotelier Sisodia (2001–2009) and birth of son Tegh (2007), she took a break but made strong comebacks with Jazbaa (2015), Babumoshai Bandookbaaz (2017), and Ghoomer (2023). Known for intense, real portrayals of complex women, she also runs a home decor brand inspired by Rajasthani heritage. At 49, she is selective with roles, focusing on meaningful cinema, family, and entrepreneurship.

• January 2026: Chitrangada Singh turned 50 (March 30, 2025 birthday tributes carried forward); shared reflective family photos & thoughts on aging gracefully and balancing career with motherhood. Fans celebrated her timeless elegance & strong performances.
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• January 2026: Her home decor & lifestyle brand (Rajasthani-inspired interiors) launched new collection; she promoted it on Instagram with elegant styling & personal touches.
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• January 2026: Spotted at a literature & arts event in Delhi; spoke about the importance of meaningful cinema and women’s stories in films.
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• Ongoing: No new film or OTT release announced early 2026; focus on family (son Tegh), entrepreneurship, selective appearances, and wellness. No controversies or health updates in early 2026; legacy as one of the finest actresses remains strong.

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