Delnaaz Irani was born on Monday, 4 September 1972 (age 51 years; as of 2023) in Mumbai. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. Irani did her schooling at J. B. Vachha High School, Mumbai. She further pursued her graduation from Jai Hind College, Pune.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 2″
Weight (approx.): 78 kg
Hair Colour: Brown
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 37-34-37
Family
Parents & Siblings
Her father’s name is Mehelli Irani and her mother’s name is Honey Irani. She has an elder brother named Paurus Irani, who is a doctor, and a younger brother named Bakhtiyaar Irani, who is an actor.
Delnaaz with her mother
Delnaaz’s Brothers, Bhakhtyar Irani (left) and Paurus Irani
Husband
In 1998, Delnaaz Irani got married to actor Rajeev Paul. However, the couple got divorced in 2012.
Delnaaz with ex-husband Rajeev
In 2022, Delnaaz got engaged to long-term partner DJ Percy Karkaria.
Delnaaz with fiance DJ Percy Karkaria
Religion
She follows Zoroastrianism.
Career
Film
In 1999, Delnaaz began her acting career with her debut film C.I.D., in which she played the role of ‘Bela.’ In 2003, she portrayed the character of Jaspreet ‘Sweetu’ Kapoor in the movie ‘Kal Ho Na Ho,’ which earned her immense love from the audience.
She has appeared in several other movies, including ‘Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa’ (2004), ‘Humko Deewana Kar Gaye’ (2006), ‘Bhoothnath’ (2008), ‘Ra. One’ (2011), ‘Kya Super Kool Hain Hum’ (2012), ‘Virgin Bhanupriya’ (2020), and many more.
Television
Delnaaz started her acting career in the television industry with the debut serial ‘Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka’ (1999). In 1999, she portrayed the character of ‘Kavita Vinod Verma’ in the serial ‘Yes Boss,’ which earned her immense love from the audience.
A still from the serial ‘Yes Boss’ (1999) starring Delnaaz Irani
She has appeared in several other serials, including ‘Hum Sab Baraati’ (2004), ‘Son Pari’ (2005), ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby’ (2007), ‘Kya Mast Hai Life’ (2010), ‘Kya Hua Teraa Vaada’ (2012), ‘Jamai Raja’ (2014), ‘Ek Deewana Tha’ (2017), ‘Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey’ (2022), and many more.
Reality Shows
She has been a participant in several popular reality shows, including ‘Zara Nachke Dikha’ (2008), ‘Bigg Boss 6’ (2012), ‘Comedy Circus’ (2013), and ‘Power Couple’ (2015).
Delnaaz Irani (left) in Bigg Boss 6
Dalnaaz also made an appearance on the comedy reality show ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ (2023), where she portrayed the role of ‘Begum,’ a comedic character.
Awards
- In 2003, Delnaaz was nominated for Best Actress in a Comic Role for ‘Yes Boss’ at the Indian Telly Awards.
- In 2004, she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Stardust Awards for her role in the film “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003).
- In 2022, she won the Most Versatile Actress at the Perfect Achievers Award.
Delnaaz recieving the award for ‘Most Versatile Actress
Favourites
- Food: Dhansak and Chinese food
- Actor: Rishi Kapoor
- Actress: Smriti Irani
- Film(s): Karz (1980), Amar Akbar Anthony (1977), The Sound of Music (1965)
- Restaurant: The Laughing Cavalier in Mumbai
Facts/Trivia
- Delnaaz appeared in a music video of Baba Sehgal called ‘Ga Ga Ga Gori Gori’ in 90’s.
- She often posts funny videos with her fiance on her Instagram.
- Delnaaz has collaborated with many brands and posts its endorsements on her social media.
