Deana Uppal is a British model, actress, director and businesswoman. She was crowned ‘Miss India 2012’ after representing the United Kingdom at the Miss India Worldwide pageant.
Wiki/Biography
Deana Uppal was born on Monday, January 30, 1989 (age 33 years; in 2022) in Middlesbrough, England. When he was 11 years old, he moved to Birmingham and lived there for 8 to 9 years before moving to Mumbai, India. His zodiac sign is Aquarius. He attended Tividale High school in Oldbury, UK. He pursued a master’s degree in Marketing and Public Relations at the University of Wolverhampton in Birmingham, England. In 2018, Deana studied Documentary filmmaking from the London Film School.
Childhood photo of Deana Uppal with her mother
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx): 55kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx): 30-28-30
Family
Parents & Siblings
When Deana was 12 years old, her father died of cancer. His mother’s name is Rashpal Kaur Uppal. He works for Wolverhampton City Council in Birmingham, England.
Deana Uppal with her mother
relationship
According to the media house, Deana was rumored to be dating Punjabi singer, Yo Yo Honey Singh, in 2014.
Deana Uppal with Yo Yo Honey Singer in Mumbai
Career
Actor
Movie
In 2014, she made her Bollywood debut with a film titled Revolver Rani in which she played the role of Nisha. In 2017, she made her Punjabi debut with the film ‘Born to Be King’ where she played the role of Sheeba.
Deana Uppal on the official poster of the Punjabi film ‘Born To Be King;’ (2016)
In 2017, she played the role of an English girl, Jenny, in the Indian Hindi-language drama film ‘Yeh Hai India.’ She appeared in the Hindi film Parking (2017) and the first female lead Punjabi film Hard Kaur (2017).
Director
In 2017, he made his directorial debut with a Punjabi song titled ‘Main Kosa Rabb Nu.’
Publisher
He is working as an Executive Producer on the 2021 film titled Jind Mahi, starring Sonam Bajwa and Ajay Sarkaria.
Television
Reality Shows
At the age of 23, he appeared as a contestant on the 2012 reality TV show ‘Big Brother’ (British series 13) and lost to Luke Anderson in third place. She also competed in a stunt-based Indian reality show titled Khatron Ke Khiladi – Darr Ka Blockbuster in 2012. Later, Deana entered the show as a wild card contestant; however, she was axed from the show after appearing in eight episodes. In an interview, he said,
My biggest fear has always been insects. In the show, I broke the record of staying in a plastic bag for 15 minutes. No one stays that long so I feel proud that I got over that fear the most.”
Deana Uppal and actor Ajaz Khan in a still from TV show ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi-Darr Ka Blockbuster’ (2012)
Miss India (UK)
Deana Uppal represented the United Kingdom at Miss India Worldwide 2012. She was crowned Miss India (UK) in 2012 by Ankita Ghazan, a former Miss India. Later, she developed as a model by bringing the experience she gained in beauty pageants.
Other work
Deana is the founder of a registered charity based in India, Kindness Diaries DKU Charitable Trust, which provides education and distributes daily necessities to communities below the poverty line. In 2020, he established his own production company, DKU Productions, based in India. DKU Productions produces films, documentaries, commercials and filming. Deana also runs another business, DKU Cosmetics, which specializes in hair transplants.
Controversy
Arrested for speeding
In 2014, the former Miss India was arrested by the City of London Police while she was speeding her Lamborghini Aventador Roadster. He was arrested for speeding; however, was later released after paying a fine. In an interview, while talking about his arrest, he said,
I was driving slightly over the speed limit when I was stopped by the police and fined. The car was still new and I was still learning how to handle such a big machine. I will be more careful in the future and stay within the speed limit. I am a car enthusiast and plan to get a few more in the future.”
Award
- 2021: Women Empowerment Award for her dedication to serving to empower women.
Deana Uppal received the Women’s Empowerment Award from designer Pooja Motwani in 2021
- 2012: Won the title of Miss India (UK)
Deana Uppal was crowned Miss India (UK) 2012
Car Collection
He owns a Lamborghini Aventador.
Deana Uppal in her Lamborghini Aventador
He also owns an Audi Q3 (until 2013).
Deana Uppal’s Instagram post from 2013, featuring her Audi Q3
Facts/Trivia
- In the 2012 reality show ‘Big Brother- Season 13,’ Deana Uppal was heavily criticized by her fellow contestant Conor McIntyre. In the viral clip, Deana is seen crying while Conor exhibits racist behavior, scratches her epilator, and abuses her.
- During the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 (India vs England match), a picture of Deana Uppal holding hands with Shashi Tharoor went viral. It turned out that Deana, who was identified as the ‘mystery girl’, attracted the attention of thousands of viewers.
Deana Uppal seen with Shashi Tharoor during India VS England match in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022
- During Big Brother- Season 13, Deana played a prank on fellow housemate, Becky Hannon, related to gender reassignment surgery. In the show, while faking her sexuality, Deana tells Becky that,
I used to be a man. I think you know! You thought you would read about me. I don’t want to make you uncomfortable, I think you know that!”
Deana’s jokes didn’t sit well with Luke Anderson, a housemate who was currently undergoing a transformation into a man from being born a woman. Later, Deana apologizes for her behavior and admits that she was joking.
- From women’s bindi packets to Mumbai billboards, Deana has earned recognition.
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