Personal Information

Full Name: Jaya Prada

Nickname: Jaya

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1962-04-03

Languages Known: Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, English

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Food Habit: Vegetarian

Religion: Hinduism

Hobbies: Dancing, reading, social work, politics, watching classic films

Education

School: Not publicly

College:

Degrees Obtained: Not Public

Physical Stats

Height: 165 cm

Weight: 58 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Krishna Kant Nahata (businessman) Mother: Not publicly named (homemaker)

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: married

Wife: Srikanth Nahata

Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Actress, Politician (former Member of Parliament; active in BJP; occasional film/TV appearances)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹50-100 crore (estimated from film career, political assets, properties, and endorsements; declared assets in election affidavits around ₹40-60 crore)

Awards & Achievements: Kalaimamani Award (Tamil Nadu government) Nandi Award for Best Actress – Telugu films Filmfare South nominations for Best Actress Known for iconic roles in Telugu (Siri Siri Muvva, Swayamkrushi), Hindi (Souten, Tohfa, Sharaabi), Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam Over 300 films across languages; one of the highest-paid actresses of 1980s Political career: Rajya Sabha MP (2004–2010, Samajwadi Party), Lok Sabha MP from Rampur (2009–2014, Samajwadi Party), joined BJP in 2019

Biography Details

Jaya Prada (born Jaya Prada Nahata on April 3, 1962, in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan) is a veteran Indian actress and politician. She debuted at 14 in Telugu film Bhoomikosam (1976) and became a superstar in South Indian cinema with hits like Siri Siri Muvva (1976) and Swayamkrushi (1986). She dominated 1980s Bollywood with glamorous roles in Souten, Tohfa, Sharaabi, and Aulad.

Known for her beauty and versatility, she acted in over 300 films across Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Malayalam. Married to producer Srikanth Nahata since 1986 (no children). She entered politics with Samajwadi Party (Rajya Sabha MP 2004–2010, Lok Sabha MP Rampur 2009–2014), later joining BJP in 2019. At 63, she remains active in BJP campaigns, occasional TV/film appearances, and social work.

• January 2026: Jaya Prada attended BJP events in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, campaigning for party candidates ahead of local elections; she praised PM Modi’s leadership in speeches.
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• January 15, 2026: Shared nostalgic throwback photos from her Sharaabi days with Amitabh Bachchan on social media, celebrating the film's legacy; fans flooded comments with love.
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• Ongoing: No major film releases in early 2026; occasional TV appearances in devotional shows and political debates. She remains active in BJP's women's wing and social initiatives.
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• December 2025 carryover: Tributes on her 63rd birthday (April 3, 2025) highlighted her transition from screen goddess to politician; family and fans shared rare photos. No controversies or health updates noted in early 2026.

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