Neha Anand is an Indian commercial pilot, actor, and sports presenter. She hit the headlines in 2023 with her appearance in the reality show Temptation Island India.
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Wiki/Biography
Neha Dinesh Anand [1]Neha Dinesh Anand – Instagram was born on Friday, 24 May 1991 (age 32 years; as of 2023). Her zodiac sign is Gemini.
Neha Anand’s childhood picture with her father
Neha Anand attended Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, USA, from 1 September 2007 to 2 November 2011 to pursue aviation. [2]Neha Dinesh Anand – Facebook
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx.): 60 kg
Hair Colour: Black with Light Golden Blonde highlights
Eye Colour: Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34
Family
Parents & Siblings
Neha’s father, Dinesh Anand, was an actor. He died on 15 February 2001 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Her mother, Punima Dinesh Anand, is a dancer. She once worked as a choreographer in Saroj Khan’s team.
Neha Anand’s parents
Neha has two sisters, Jaya Anand, and Anjali Anand, who is an actor.
Neha Anand with her sisters and mother
Husband & Children
Neha Anand is unmarried and has no children.
Career
Neha Anand initially worked as a commercial pilot for a brief period. She, however, later shifted to the entertainment industry by joining Yash Raj Films, a prominent film production and distribution company, where she worked in the production department.
Neha Anand standing in front of Cessna aircraft
While at Yash Raj Films, Neha received suggestions from colleagues to explore opportunities in the film industry, and some even encouraged her to consider modelling. Eventually, Neha decided to step down from her role at the production company and entered the modelling industry. She later walked the ramp for various brands and participated in events, including the 2016 ILPA Fashion Show.
Neha Anand while walking the ramp at the 2016 ILPA Fashion Show
She, moreover, was later featured in both print and television advertisements for a short duration. Later on, she started working as a sports presenter with the channel Star Sports.
Neha Anand as a sports presenter at an Indian Super League (ISL) event
Neha Anand soon expanded her career further by appearing in music videos. In 2019, she appeared in a music video titled ‘I Think Delhi’ by The Landers. Her journey in the entertainment industry continued, and in 2022, she appeared in the film ‘Joon.’
Neha Anand in a still from the music video ‘I Think Delhi’ (2019)
A poster of the film ‘Joon’ (2022)
In 2023, she appeared as a contestant in the reality and dating game show ‘Temptation Island India,’ which streamed on JioCinema.
Favourites
- Food: Chicken Fried Rice, Mutton Biryani
- Actor: Shah Rukh Khan
- Director: Yash Chopra
- Film: ‘Pardes’ (1997)
- Song: Meri Mehbooba from the film ‘Pardes’ (1997)
- Formula One Driver: Michael Schumacher
- Basketball Player: Kobe Bryant
Facts/Trivia
- Neha is fondly called ‘Nicka’ and ‘Nicko’ by her friends and family.
- Neha Anand is an avid animal lover and has been an advocate for animal adoption. She once had two pet dogs named ‘Gabbar Anand’ and ‘Dobby.’
Neha Anand with Dobby
- She follows a non-vegetarian diet. [3]Neha Dinesh Anand – Instagram
- Neha consumes alcohol occasionally.
Neha Anand while consuming beer
- According to her, she once worked in a Malayalam film; however, the film was not released due to a conflict between the director and producer.
- Neha Anand finds wearing heels uncomfortable.
- Neha has a deep love for Bollywood since her childhood. She credits films as a major source of inspiration for her life and choices.
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