Educational Background:
- Birth: March 23, 1986, Himachal Pradesh
- Parents: Amardeep Ranaut (businessman) and Asha Ranaut (school teacher)
- Siblings: Elder sister and younger brother
- Schooling: DAV School, Chandigarh
- Higher Education: Attended college in Shimla, initially pursued science with aspirations of becoming a doctor. She prepared for the All-India Pre-Medical Test but faced challenges, including a failure in her chemistry exam.
Career Transition:
- After struggling with her initial career path, Kangana moved to Delhi, where she initially pursued modeling. She later joined the Asmita Theatre Group, training under renowned theater director Arvind Gaur. This experience solidified her decision to become a Bollywood actress.
Film Career:
- Debut: Made her film debut in Anurag Basu’s 2006 movie Gangster alongside Emraan Hashmi and Shiney Ahuja.
- Reconciliation: Reconciled with her family in 2007.
Political Career:
- Current Role: Elected as a Member of Parliament in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from the Mandi constituency. She defeated Congress rival Vikramaditya Singh by a margin of 74,755 votes.
- Political Insight: In a recent interview, Kangana mentioned that her acting career had been easier compared to her current role in politics.
Upcoming Projects:
- Film: Emergency, where she plays former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, set to be released soon.
Kangana Ranaut’s journey from a science student to a celebrated actress and now a Member of Parliament underscores her diverse career trajectory and resilience.
