Juhi Chawla is an Indian actress, model, director, and producer. Serving primarily in Hindi cinema, she has also performed in Punjabi, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu movies. One of the most famous and best-paid Hindi cinema actresses of the late 1980s and 1990s, Chawla has earned numerous awards, including 2 Filmfare Awards. She particularly appreciated the praise for her comic timing and her character living on the screen.
Juhi Chawla was born in a middle-class Hindu family on 13 November 1967 in Ambala, Haryana. Her late Punjabi father Dr. S. Chawla served as an officer of the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) and her late Gujarati mother Mona Chawla served in the housekeeping department of Oberois. Her late elder brother Sanjeev Chawla aka Bobby Chawla was a CEO of Red Chillies Entertainment.
In 1995, Juhi got married to a businessman Jay Mehta, who was first married to Yash Birla’s sister Sujata Birla. Sujata Birla died in a plane crash in 1990. The duo has a son Arjun Mehta who was born in 2003 and a daughter Jhanvi Mehta who was born in 2001.
Juhi Chawla Wiki/Bio
| Birth Name | Juhi S Chawla |
| Nick Name | Not Known |
| Age | (as in 2023) 56 Years |
| Debut | Film Debut: Sultanat (1986) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Birth Place | Ambala, Haryana, India |
| Date of Birth | 13 November 1967 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Residence | Veer Bhavan at the Ritz Road, Malabar Hill, South Mumbai |
| Home Town | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Hobbies | Reading, Yoga |
Family |
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| Mother’s Name | Late Mona Chawla (Worked in the housekeeping department of Oberois) |
| Father’s Name | Late Dr. S. Chawla (Worked as an officer of the Indian Revenue Service) |
| Brother | Late Sanjeev Chawla (aka Bobby Chawla) (Elder, Former CEO of Red Chillies Entertainment) |
| Sister | Late Sonia Chawla |
Boyfriends/Affairs |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Jay Mehta (Businessman) |
Marital Status, Husband and Children |
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| Husband/Spouse | Jay Mehta (Businessman) |
| Marriage Date | Year: 1995 |
| Children | Son- Arjun Mehta (born in 2003) Daughter- Jhanvi Mehta (born in 2001)  |
Education |
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| School | Fort Convent School, Mumbai |
| College/University | Sydenham College, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation with specialization in HR |
| Profession | Actor, Model, Producer |
| Brands Endorsed | Not Known |
| Career Manager | Not Known |
Height, Weight, and Figure Measurements |
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| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters- 160 cm in meters- 1.6 m in Feet Inches- 5’ 3” |
| Weight (Approx.) | in Kilograms- 56 kg in Pounds- 123 lbs |
Figure Measurements |
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| Breast Size | 34 inches |
| Hips Size | 34 inches |
| Waist Size | 26 inches |
Extra Ordinary Features |
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| Race / Ethnicity | Hindu |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| S*xual Orientation | Straight |
| Dress Size | 4 US |
| Shoe Size | 7.5 US |
Style Quotient |
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| Car Collection | Jaguar |
Favourite Things |
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| Favourite Actress | Sridevi |
| Favourite Actors | Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan |
| Favourite Food | Paneer Shashlik, Dosa, Rasmalai, Gulab Jamun, Caramel Custard |
| Favourite Film | Bollywood: Hum Hai Rahi Pyaar Ke |
| Favourite Directors | Yash Chopra, Aziz Mirza |
| Favourite TV Shows | American: The Big Bang Theory |
| Favourite Song | Ek Din Aap from the film Yes Boss |
| Favourite Book | The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho |
| Favourite Perfume | Jeane Paul Gautier |
| Favourite Fashion Designer | Tarun Tahiliani, Neeta Lulla, Manish Malhotra, Abu Jani |
| Favourite Restaurant | India Jones, Thai Pavillion and San Qi in Mumbai, Bukhara at the, Maurya in Delhi, Nobu in London., Trisara hotel in Phuket, La Cuelle, de la Roca in Spain, French Laundry in Napa Valley |
| Favourite Destination | Switzerland |
| Controversies | Not Known |
Life Journey
Juhi Chawla completed her schooling at Fort Convent School, Mumbai. She did her graduation with a specialization in HR at Sydenham College, Mumbai. She won the title of Miss India and was crowned by Rekha in 1984. In the same year, she won the Best Costume Award in the Miss Universe beauty contest.
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In 1986, Juhi’s first appearance on the silver screen was as Zarina in the film ‘Sultanat’. She rose to prominence with the movie ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’ in 1988. Juhi was cast opposite Aamir Khan. The film was declared a blockbuster hit at the box-office.
Juhi Chawla Net Worth
According to Woodgram, Juhi Chawla’s estimated Net Worth, Salary, Income, Cars, Lifestyles & much more details have been updated below. Let’s check, How Rich is Juhi Chawla in 2023?
| Estimated Net Worth in 2023 (Approx) | $10 Million |
| Estimated Net Worth in 2022 (Approx) | $8 Million |
| Estimated Net Worth in 2021 (Approx) | Under Review |
| Annual Salary | Under Review |
| Income Source | Actor, Model, Producer |
Noted, right now, We don’t have enough information about Cars, Monthly/Yearly Salary, etc. We will update soon.
Career
Juhi Chawla starred in numerous critically and commercially hit movies including Darr, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Yess Boss, and Ishq to name a few. In enhancement to Hindi, she has also served in many regional language movies like Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Tamil.
During the early 2000s, after having acted in more than 70 Hindi movies in main roles, Juhi moved towards independent and art cinema. This move demonstrated to be successful, and she got critical acclaim for her performances in movies like Bas Ek Pal and 3 Deewarein. Chawla was last seen in the Hindi movie Chalk N Duster in 2016. After which, she did a cameo in the Kannada movie Pushpak Vimana in the year 2017. Juhi was last seen acting with a brief role in Nagesh Kukunoor’s web series called The Test Case in 2017. In addition to acting, Chawla branched out into television presenting and film production as well. She along with Shahrukh Khan is the co-owner of the IPL team KKR.
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Apart from being a great actress, she is active in social work as well. She received the Indira Gandhi Memorial Award in Social Awareness for her selfless efforts and active participation to create awareness about the health hazards which are caused due to mobile tower antennae radiation. She also received many other awards for social awareness like the Woman of Substance Award, Usha Vaibhav Award, Valerian For A Better Tomorrow Award, Sakai Premier Social Impact Award, and Rotary Club Award.
Movies List |
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| 1986 | Sultanat Bahadur Shah Zafar |
| 1987 | Premaloka |
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak Kaliyuga Karnudu Paruva Ragam Ranadheera |
| 1989 | Amar Prem Chandni Kindari Jogi Vicky Daada Love Love Love Goonj |
| 1990 | Kaafila Swarg Pratibandh Tum Mere Ho Zahreelay Shandaar C.I.D. |
| 1991 | Shanti Kranti Mehandi Ban Gai Khoon Shanti Kranti Nattukku Oru Nallavan Benaam Badsha Karz Chukana Hai Bhabhi |
| 1992 | Apan Por Bol Radha Bol Radha Ka Sangam Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman Mere Sajana Saath Nibhana Bewaffa Se Waffa Daulat Ki Jung |
| 1993 | Lootere Shatranj Izzat Ki Roti Pehla Nasha Tadipaar Aaina Hum Hain Rahi Pyaar Ke Darr Bhagyawan |
| 1994 | Kabhi Haan Kabhi Na Eena Meena Deeka The Gentleman Andaz Andaz Apna Apna Ghar Ki Izzat Paramaatma Saajan Ka Ghar |
| 1995 | Ram Jaane Kartavya Naajayaz Aatank Hi Aatank Mahashakti |
| 1996 | Talaashi Loafer Bandish Daraar |
| 1997 | Yes Boss Ishq Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi Deewana Mastana |
| 1998 | Saat Rang Ke Sapne Harikrishnans Duplicate Jhooth Bole Kauwa Kaate |
| 1999 | Safari Arjun Pandit Shaheed Uddham Singh |
| 2000 | Gang Karobaar: The Business of Love Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani |
| 2001 | One 2 Ka 4 Ek Rishtaa Aamdani Atthani Kharcha Rupaiyaa |
| 2003 | 3 Deewarein Jhankaar Beats |
| 2004 | Des Hoya Pardes |
| 2005 | My Brother Nikhil Paheli Khamoshh… Khauff Ki Raat Home Delivery: Aapko… Ghar Tak 7½ Phere Dosti: Friends Forever |
| 2006 | Bas Ek Pal Waris Shah: Ishq Daa Waaris |
| 2007 | Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute To Love Swami Om Shanti Om |
| 2008 | Bhootnath Krazzy 4 Kismat Konnection |
| 2009 | Luck By Chance Kal Kissne Dekha |
| 2010 | Sukhmani – Hope for Life Ramayana: The Epic Lafangey Parindey |
| 2011 | I Am |
| 2012 | Krishna Aur Kans Main Krishna Hoon Son of Sardaar |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies Hum Hai Raahi Car Ke |
| 2014 | Gulaab Gang Dil Vil Pyar Vyar The Hundred-Foot Journey |
| 2016 | Chalk n Duster |
| 2017 | Pushpaka Vimana The Test Case |
| 2018 | Ventilator Zero |
| 2019 | Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga |
TV Shows & Serials List |
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| 1986 | Bahadur Shah Zafar |
| 2009 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa |
| 2011 | Badmaash Company- Ek Shararat Hone Ko Hai |
Facts About Juhi Chawla
- Does Juhi Chawla drink alcohol?: No
- Does she smoke?: No
- Juhi is a skilled Kathak dancer and a classical singer.
- Chawla had a dispute with Madhuri Dixit at the peaks of their careers in the 90s.
- Juhi is a pure vegetarian and reveals this is her beauty secret.
- She was the first option for Karisma Kapoor‘s roles in Raja Hindustani in 1996 and Dil To Pagal Hai in 1997.
- In 1997, Juhi was so much fed-up with being pranked by Aamir Khan during the shooting of the movie Ishq, that she didn’t talk to him for around six years.
- She has acted opposite superstars like SRK, Rishi Kapoor, Aamir Khan, and Akshay Kumar, she has never done a movie with Salman Khan.
- Juhi is the co-owner of “Dreamz Unlimited” production company with SRK and director Aziz Mirza.
FAQs
Both actresses are good and beautiful.
Madhuri is very very reserved in public. She never bad mouths anyone. She believes she doesn’t have to bring someone else down to go up. Juhi Chawla is very candid and bubbly. This openness and candid nature are perceived by some people as friendliness and normal human nature. This quality of her makes the public feel that she is approachable.
Somehow things don’t work out but they did work with each other even if it was for a brief time. They worked together in the comedy movie, Deewana Mastana which starred Govinda and Anil Kapoor. Salman Khan comes in the end and marries Juhi Chawla.
56 years old (13 November 1967).
Mona Chawla.
