Karishma Tanna is an Indian actress who has worked on films and shows, modelled and as an anchor. Her debut was in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which aired in 2001. She is predominantly known for roles in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Ek Ladki Anjaani Si and the biopic Sanju. Her first Bollywood film was Suneel Darshan’s Dosti: Friends Forever in 2006. Her most recent and shining achievement is being the first female contestant to win the Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 10, a reality and stunt television series.
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Wiki/Biography
Karishma Tanna was Born on 21st December 1983 to a Gujarati family, Karishma was brought up in accordance to Gujarati culture and customs. She is extremely close to her mother as her father passed away in October 2012. She was engaged to her boyfriend, the actor Upen Patel, whom she met on the show Big Boss and was engaged to him as well. They, however split up in 2016.
Wiki/Bio
| Name | Karishma Tanna |
| Nickname | karu |
| Profession(s) | Actress, Model, Host |
| Date of Birth | 21 December 1983 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
| College | Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai |
| Signature |  |
| Tattoo | ‘Maa’ Written in Left Wrist |
Physical Appearance
| Height (approx) | in centimetres- 175 cm in meter- 1.75 m in feet & inches- 5’9” |
| Weight (approx) | in Kilogram- 58 kg in pounds- 127 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx) | 32-28-34 |
| Eyes Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Dark Brown |
Family, Siblings, Relationship
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Husband/ Spouse | N/A |
| Parents | Father– Kartik Tanna (Died in October 2012) Mother- Jasmine Tanna  |
| Siblings | Sister- Drishma Kadam (Younger) Brother- None |
| Boyfriends | Upen Patel (Actor, Model) Rushabh Choksi (Restaurateur)  Hanif Hilal (Model)  Bappa Lahiri (Musician)  |
Television
| Year | Name | Role | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2006 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Indira Virani |  |
| 2002–2003 | Kahi To Milenge | Tanisha |  |
| 2003 | Manshaa | Rhea |  |
| 2003–2004 | Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand Kkoi Dil Mein Hai | Tina Krutika |  |
| 2004 | Shararat Kkusum | Natasha Muskaan |  |
| 2005 | Raat Hone Ko Hai | Arti |  |
| 2005–2006 | Paalkhi Ek Ladki Anjaani Si | Palak Ayesha |  |
| 2006–2007 | Viraasat | Natasha |  |
| 2006 | Pyaar Ke Do Naam: Ek Raadha, Ek Shyaam Fear Factor India | Jitisha Contestant |  |
| 2007 | Comedy Circus Nach Baliye 3 | Contestant Guest Contestant |  |
| 2008 | Kaun Jeetega Bollywood Ka Ticket Kaho Na Yaar Hai Zara Nachke Dikha Comedy Circus | Contestant Contestant Contestant Host |  |
| 2009 | Comedy Champions | Host |  |
| 2010 | India’s Magic Star Jaane Pehchaane Se… Ye Ajnabbi Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo Meethi Choori No | Host Avni Kiran Contestant |  |
| 2011 | Adaalat Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout Comedy Circus Maha-Sangram | Ms Jaffrey Contestant Contestant |  |
| 2012-2013 | Baal Veer | Rani Pari |  |
| 2013 | F.I.R | Various Characters |  |
| 2014 | Jeanie Aur Juju | Soniya |  |
| 2014–2015 | Bigg Boss 8 | Contestant |  |
| 2015 | Bigg Boss Halla Bol Nach Baliye 7 | Contestant (1st runner-up) Contestant (2nd runner-up) along with Upen Patel |  |
| 2015–2016 | MTV Love School 1 | Host along with Upen Patel |  |
| 2016 | Box Cricket League Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7 Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9 Bigg Boss 10 | Player in Kolkata Guest in Semi Finale Contestant Guest |  |
| 2016–2017 | Naagarjuna – Ek Yoddha | Maskeeni (Naagin) |  |
| 2017 | BIG Memsaab Rasoi Ki Jung Mummyon Ke Sung Bigg Boss 11 | Judge Contestant Guest |  |
| 2018 – 2019 | Naagin 3 | Naagrani Ruhi (shape-shifting Serpent) ; Huzoor (demoness) |  |
| 2018–2019 | Qayamat Ki Raat | Gauri/ Raajlakshmi/ Vaidehi |  |
| 2018 | Kanpur Wale Khuranas | Herself (as Gauri) |  |
| 2019 | Kitchen Champion Khatra Khatra Khatra Bigg Boss 13 | Contestant Contestant Guest |  |
| 2020 | Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 10 | Contestant / Winner |  |
Filmography
| Year | Film | Character | Notes |
| 2005 | Dosti: Friends Forever | Nandini Thapar | Debut |
| 2011 | I Am Sorry Mathe Banni Preethsona | Chetana | Kannada Film |
| 2013 | Grand Masti | Unatti |  |
| 2014 | Golu Aur Pappu | Shalini |  |
| 2015 | Tina and Lolo | Lolo | Shelved |
| 2018 | Sanju | Pinky |  |
Achievements
She was the first runner-up in Bigg Boss Halla Bol. She was the second runner up in Nach Baliye 7 with her then boyfriend Upen Patel.
Karishma Tanna won the Zee Award (most fit female actors) twice in 2016 and 2018. She won the Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 10 in 2020.
Facts
- Karishma Tanna has been interested in acting since she was a child and made her debut in the entertainment industry at 17 years old.
- She was rejected quite a few times in Bollywood for her height (5”9′) and for her then job as a daily soap actress.
- She took cooking classes before taking part in Big Boss 8.
- Karishma Tanna admires Kangana Ranaut and Victoria Beckham as her style inspirations
- She was proposed to on the dance show Nach Baliye on which she was a contestant.
- Her first lead role was in Kannada film”I Am Sorry Mathe Banne Preethsona” in 2011.
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Final Words
Karishma Tanna has prevailed through so many failures and setbacks to become a strong woman who is an inspiration for all the women in the country. She has kept going in the face of adversity and achieved her dream of succeeding in the entertainment industry.
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