Anjhula Mya Bais is a well-known Indian American model, psychologist, and social activist. She has gained recognition for her work in the fashion industry and her efforts to promote social causes.
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Wiki/Biography
Anjhula Mya Bais was born in America and grew up in Lucknow, India. Anjhula’s family moved to the cities of the US when she was young. Following the completion of her school, Anjhula did her graduation in psychology and philosophy from Lady Shri Ram College in New Delhi, India. She then completed her master’s degree in Psychoanalysis from University College London. Soon after, Anjhula obtained her Doctorate in international psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Anjhula during her college days
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
Weight (approx.): 60 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurement (approx.): 32-30-32
Family
Anjhula belongs to a family based in Banswara in Rajasthan, India.
Parents & Siblings
Anjhula was born to Thakur Dr. Birendra Bikram Singh Bais who is an American scientist and Thakurani Asha Singh Bais Kumari. She is the youngest of her two siblings, brother Harish Paul, and sister Rina.
Husband & Children
Anjhula is married to Satish Selvanathan who is a philanthropist and great great grandson of Ponnambalam Arunachalam. The couple has adopted a six years old Rwandan boy, Kevin. [1]Times of India
Anjhula Bias’s wedding photograph
Relationships/Affairs
Anjhula and her long-term boyfriend Satish, fell in love across London and New York. The coupled then took their relationship to the next level and got married in two charming weddings assembled in India and America. In an interview, Anjhula reflected on her views on her partner,
In life, you will meet one person who will challenge everything you thought about yourself and turn everything on its head, For me, it’s him.”
Anjhula with her husband (then boyfriend) Satish
Religion
She follows Nichiren Buddhism.
Career
Modeling
Anjhula Mya Bais began her career with modeling at the age of 18 at a campaign for ‘Banana Republic’ in New York. She walked for the London Fashion Week during her master’s at University College London. Anjhula made her name in the top 20 finalists in Miss India. She has worked with various prominent fashion brands and designers, walking the runways and appearing in fashion shows and campaigns. Anjhula’s modeling career has brought her recognition and success within the fashion industry.
Anjhula modeling in a fashion show
Psychologist
Dr. Anjhula Mya Bais is also an international psychology trauma specialist. She began her career as a refugee psychologist during her master’s. Apart from this, Bais attended four days of sessions in Mumbai with the Dalai Lama and discussed the convergence of religion and psychology.
Anjhula Mya Bias as a Psychologist
Awards & Achievements
- In 2020, Anjhula won the American Psychological Association Global Citizen Psychologist Citation Award.
- She received the title ‘Miss Teen India’ award while she was in college.
- She is the recipient of Savvy’s People’s choice award for being the most trusted women role model.
Anjhula with an award
Facts/Trivia
- Anjhula also had her hand for being the Executive producer of the short film ‘Katputliwala’ (2014).
- She actively works to protect human rights with Amnesty International Malaysia.
Honestly, I also think some of it is just destiny. When you take on a mantle such as Amnesty, everything has prepared you for this point,” says Anjhula in an interview. [2]Times of India
- Anjhula considers Daw Aung San Suu Kyi as her role model in life and says that,
She is absolutely a role model for how I live my life.” [3]American Psychological Association
- She is the founder of the Bias-Selvanathan Foundation which deals in supporting anti-corruption activities.
- She was featured in many magazines including Femina India magazine.
Anjhula featured in Femina Magazine
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