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Kangana Ranaut Birthday: Education, Net Worth And Award-Winning Films
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Kangana Ranaut Birthday: March 23 marks the birthday of one of Bollywood’s most versatile and celebrated actors — Kangana Ranaut. Turning 39 this year, she has carved a niche for herself in Indian cinema with her remarkable performances. From winning multiple National Awards to making headlines for her bold statements, Kangana’s journey has been anything but ordinary. Born in 1987 to businessman Amardeep Ranaut and schoolteacher Asha Ranaut, Kangana spent her childhood in Himachal Pradesh. She grew up with her elder sister, Rangoli, who later took on the role of her manager, and her younger brother, Akshat. Her entry into the world of entertainment wasn’t planned. While in Delhi, she caught the attention of the Elite Modelling Agency, which kick-started her stint in modelling. However, she soon realised her true passion lay elsewhere. Joining the Asmita Theatre Group, she trained under renowned director Arvind Gaur before taking the plunge into Bollywood. In 2006, at just 17, she made a striking debut in Anurag Basu’s ‘Gangster,’ instantly making her presence felt. Over the years, she has amassed an impressive collection of accolades, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. Forbes India has featured her six times in its Celebrity 100 list. In 2020, the Indian government conferred upon her the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour in the country. Currently, she also serves as a Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from Mandi since June 2024. Let’s take a look at the actress’ education, net worth and award-winning films: How Educated Is Kangana Ranaut? Kangana attended DAV School in Chandigarh. With her family expecting her to pursue medicine, she began preparing for the All-India Pre-Medical Test. However, fate had other plans. Reportedly, she failed her chemistry exam, which made her reconsider her career path. A year-long break in Delhi led to an entirely new direction. According to reports, Kangana has declared her highest qualification as the 12th standard, completed at a private school in Chandigarh. Kangana Ranaut’s Net Worth As she transitions into politics, contesting in the Lok Sabha Elections from Mandi as a BJP candidate, Kangana has publicly disclosed her assets. She filed her nomination revealing that her net worth stands at approximately Rs 91 crore, with liabilities of Rs 17 crore. As per reports by the Indian Express, she owns movable assets worth Rs 28.7 crore and immovable properties valued at Rs 62.9 crore. Her real estate portfolio is extensive, featuring three houses in Mumbai worth Rs 16 crore collectively, a lavish bungalow in Manali valued at Rs 15 crore and multiple properties in Chandigarh. She also possesses a commercial building in Manali and another in Mumbai. Her love for luxury extends to her possessions. She owns gold jewellery weighing 6.7 kg, estimated at Rs 5 crore, along with 60 kg of silver jewellery worth Rs 50 lakh. Her diamond collection is valued at Rs 3 crore. Her fleet of vehicles includes a BMW (Rs 98 lakh), a Mercedes-Benz (Rs 58 lakh), and a Mercedes-Maybach worth a whopping Rs 3.91 crore. She even declared owning a scooter worth Rs 53,000. Additionally, she holds Rs 1.35 crore in bank accounts and keeps Rs 2 lakh in cash. Kangana Ranaut’s Award-Winning Films Gangster (2006): Kangana made a powerful first impression with Gangster. At just 17, she played Simran, a troubled alcoholic caught between her love for a gangster and the comfort of a friend who ultimately betrays her. The film was both a critical and commercial success, earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Debut. Fashion (2008): While Priyanka Chopra led the film, Kangana left a lasting impact with her role as a supermodel whose life spirals into darkness due to substance abuse. Her gut-wrenching performance won her the National Award for Best Supporting Actress. Queen (2014): This film changed everything for Kangana. Queen was the story of a jilted bride who sets off on her honeymoon alone, discovering independence and self-love along the way. The heartwarming and inspirational film struck a chord with audiences, inspiring many to embark on solo travel adventures. Her performance earned her both a Filmfare and National Award for Best Actress. Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015): A sequel to the 2011 hit, this film saw Kangana take on a double role. Her portrayal of both the feisty Tanu and the sweet yet strong Kusum won over audiences and critics alike. The film was a massive success, earning her the National Film Award for Best Actress. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019): This epic historical drama saw Kangana step into the shoes of Rani Lakshmi Bai, the fierce warrior queen. Not only did she star in the film, but she also co-directed it. Her portrayal of the legendary figure was powerful, earning her yet another National Award for Best Actress in 2021. Panga (2020): In Panga, Kangana played Jaya, a former Kabaddi champion struggling to make a comeback while juggling motherhood and societal expectations. The performance was deeply personal, raw and inspiring. This performance was massively praised and got her another National Award for Best Actress.
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