Amrita Deepak Rao is an Indian actress. Her nickname is Ammu. Let us dig in detail and know more about Amrita Rao’s personal and professional life.
Biography/Wiki
Amrita Rao was born in Pune, Maharashtra, India. He never revealed his date of birth. In an interview, he said,
I am a very private person, so when it comes to my personal details, I like to keep them away from the public glare. I don’t celebrate my birthday with the media. So, whenever the media asks me about my age, I always give a Shakuntala Devi type answer, like never ask a woman her age and a man her salary. I have never disclosed the details.”
He traces his roots back to Mangalore, Karnataka, India. She joined Canossa Convent Girls School, Mumbai. She went to Sophia College for Women, Mumbai for her graduation in Psychology but dropped out due to modeling offers.
After getting training for three years in classical singing, he became an accomplished Hindustani Classical Singer.
Physical appearance
Height: 5′ 4″
Weight: 50 kg
Figure Measurements: 34-26-34
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Black
Family, Husband & Caste
Amrita was born in a Brahmin family. His father is Deepak Rao who runs an advertising agency in Mumbai. His mother’s name is Kanchan rao.
Amrita Rao with her father, Deepak Rao
Amrita Rao with her mother
She has a twin sister, Preetika Rao, who is an actress.
Amrita Rao with her sister, Preetika Rao
She is married to Anmol Sood who is a Radio Jockey. They got married on May 15, 2014 after five years of dating. The couple has a son named Veer.
Amrita Rao with her husband RJ Anmol
In an interview, she revealed that she got married to RJ Anmol in a secret wedding in 2014, and at that time she felt uncomfortable doing kissing scenes which led to her rejecting several big budget films. She also revealed that before marriage, RJ Anmol had asked her to quit the film industry. He said,
At that point, Anmol could see me turning down some big film offers just because I wasn’t comfortable doing kiss scenes and love sequences on screen. Therefore, he thinks it is the right time to focus on exploring his beautiful personal life and tie the knot. He did ask me to quit my career and I was completely devastated. However, within a day or two, he told me that in retrospect, he realized the request was unreasonable and he regretted it.”
In April 2022, the couple talked about losing their child through surrogacy. Amrita said,
Aspiring parents, I don’t think you need to get too emotional. This is not in our hands.”
Career
Amrita started her career as a model with her sister, Preetika Rao. She has modeled at various fashion shows. He got a big break with a TV commercial for Fairever Face Cream. From then on, there was no looking back for him; she has appeared in advertisements for Close-up, Godrej No. 1, Jolen Creme Bleach, Wrigley Chewing Gum, Fena Detergent, Anne French, etc.
Amrita Rao walks in Jaipur Couture Show Season 2
In 2002, he was seen in Alisha Chinoy’s music video, Woh Pyar Mera Woh Yaar Mera.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5d-SqwaMwg8
In the same year, she debuted with the Bollywood film, “Ab Ke Baras,” paired opposite Arya Babbar.
Amrita Rao’s Bollywood film debut Ab Ke Baras 2002
She gained recognition after playing the role of Poonam in the successful Bollywood film, “Vivah.”
She made her entrance in Telugu cinema with a film named “Athidhi” in 2007.
Amrita Rao Telugu film debut Athidhi 2007
In 2009, she judged the contestants of the Indian reality TV show Perfect Bride which aired on STAR Plus.
Next, she worked in the TV series, Meri Awaaz Hi Pehchaan Hai, where she portrayed the character of Kalyani Gaikwad.
Controversy
- Esha Deol and Amrita Rao were involved in a fight during the shooting of the film, “Pyare Mohan” (2006). In an interview, Esha explained “Yes, I slapped Amrita. One day after packing, he abused me in front of my director, Indra Kumar and my cameraman and I thought it was completely out of line. To preserve my dignity and self-respect, in the heat of the moment, I slapped him. I have no regrets because he really deserved his behavior towards me at that time. I’m just defending myself and my dignity.”
- In 2007, Amrita turned down a film offer from Yash Raj Films, where she had to kiss Ranbir Kapoor on screen. As a result, there was a conflict between Amrita and Ranbir Kapoor.
- In 2015, it was rumored that she and RJ Anmol got married in a secret ceremony.
- He was surrounded by controversy in 2018 when he criticized Wikipedia on his twitter account for citing incorrect information on their website.
Amrita Rao wikipedia controversy
Awards & Achievements
- International Indian Film Academy Award – Best Female Debut Star of the Year – “Ishq Vishk” in 2004
- Stardust Award – Superstar of Tomorrow Female – “Ishq Vishk” in 2004
- Sansui Award – Best Female Debut – “Ishq Vishk” in 2004
- GR8 Women’s Award – Young Achiever – “Vivah” in 2007
- Dadasaheb Phalke Award – “Vivah” in 2007
- Anandalok Award – Most Promising New Talent – “Vivah” in 2007
- Sports World Award – Jodi of the Year (with Shahid Kapoor) – “Vivah” in 2007
- Stardust Award – Best Actress – “Welcome to Sajjanpur” in 2009
- ERTC Herald Global Awards – 50 Most Inspiring Women in Maharashtra in 2017
- Kolkata Kalakar Awards – Best Actress Category (Bollywood) – “Love U…Mr. Kalakaar!” in 2012
Salary
Amrita is paid around ₹1 Crore per film.
Favorite Things
- Food: Vegetable Stew, Corn Soup, Red Thai Curry, Curd Rice, Chocolate Cake
- Cuisine: Italian, Mangalorean, Thai
- Drinks: Mocktail (Blue Driver)
- Restaurant: Out Of The Blue in Mumbai
- Movie: Andaz Apna Apna (1994)
- Director: Sooraj Barjatya, Farah Khan
- Singers: Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar
- Songs: Main Zindagi Ka Saath Nibhata Chala Gaya, Aap Yun Hi Agar Humse Milte Rahe, Abhi Na Jaao Chhodkar Ke Dil Abhi Bhara Nahin, Tum Mujhe Yun Bhula Na Paoge
- Designer: Jerry D’Souza
Facts
- Amrita Rao comes from a traditional Konkani family.
- He likes to read short stories and sing.
- She was named Amrita after her grandfather, Amrit Rao, who was a freedom fighter.
- He had a family connection with Guru Dutt; because his grandfather and Guru Dutt were second cousins.
Guru Dutt brother of Amrita Rao
- He mentioned in one of his interviews that he went to a strict school. Even if a button is missing here and a clip is missing there, they have been punished. He must always obey.
- During her teenage years, she had a crush on Indian cricketer Nayan Mongia.
Amrita Rao’s first love, Nayan Mongia
- She is commonly recognized as the “Girl-Next-Door of Bollywood.”
- In 2010, she accepted the offer of Chandraprakash Dwivedi’s film, “The Legend of Kunal,” which also starred Amitabh Bachchan and Tabu. However, the film was not released.
- In 2010, Amrita worked in a film with Neil Nitin Mukesh, directed by Ken Ghosh. However, the film was again not released.
- Amrita Rao was considered for the role of Salman Khan’s sister in the Bollywood film, “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.” She rejected the role because of its negative characteristics and was not interested in performing the role of her sister.
- He refused to work in the Hollywood film “A Knight With The King.”
- After Madhuri Dixit, famous painter “MF Husain” chose her as his second inspiration and the subject of his paintings.
Amrita Rao with MF Husain
- He can speak easily in various languages like English, Hindi, Marathi and Konkani.
- He wants to work in black and white films.
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
