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Madhuri Dixit
May 15, 1967
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
59 Years Old
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Who Is Madhuri Dixit?
Madhuri Dixit is an Indian actress renowned for her expressive dancing and captivating performances in Hindi cinema. Hailed as the “Dhak Dhak Girl” of Bollywood, she has influenced Indian popular culture for decades.
Dixit’s breakout moment arrived with the 1988 action drama Tezaab, where her dance in the song “Ek Do Teen” became an instant sensation. This pivotal role propelled her to nationwide stardom and solidified her status as a leading actress.
Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Mumbai, Madhuri Dixit showed an early passion for dance, beginning Kathak training at age three. She honed her skills for eight years, eventually becoming a professionally trained Kathak dancer.
Dixit attended Divine Child High School and later enrolled at Sathaye College to study microbiology. However, she soon decided to discontinue her studies to pursue a full-time career in films.
Notable Relationships
Madhuri Dixit married Shriram Nene, a cardiovascular surgeon, on October 17, 1999, and for a period, resided in the US. The couple’s enduring partnership has been a steady presence in her public life.
Dixit shares two sons, Arin Nene and Ryan Nene, with her husband, Dr. Nene. She returned to India with her family in 2011 to resume her prolific career in Hindi cinema.
Career Highlights
Madhuri Dixit's career is marked by a string of blockbusters, including Dil, Beta, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, and Dil To Pagal Hai, which collectively earned her four Filmfare Awards for Best Actress. She consistently delivered critically acclaimed performances throughout the 1990s.
Beyond acting, Dixit launched into production with RnM Moving Pictures and received the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honor, in 2008 for her significant contributions to Indian cinema. She also served as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
To date, Dixit has collected six Filmfare Awards, including four for Best Actress, one for Best Supporting Actress for Devdas, and a special award for her industry contributions.
Signature Quote
"I'd like to think I'm pretty tough on the course, but I also like to teach everybody that you can smile and be happy and still be really good at something you do."