Soha Ali Khan
Soha Ali Khan (born 4 October 1978) is an Indian actress and author who works in Hindi, Bengali, and English films. She is known for her roles in films like Rang De Basanti and Khoya Khoya Chand.
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| Birth name | Soha Ali Khan Pataudi |
| Born | 4 October 1978 New Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Balliol College, Oxford London School of Economics |
| Occupation | Actress, Author |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Spouse | Kunal Khemu (m. 2015) |
| Children | 1 |
| Parents | Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi (father) Sharmila Tagore (mother) |
| Relatives | Saif Ali Khan (brother) Saba Ali Khan (sister) |
| Known for | Rang De Basanti, Khoya Khoya Chand, Tum Mile |
Early Life and Background
Soha Ali Khan was born in New Delhi into the royal Pataudi family. Her father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, was a former captain of the Indian cricket team, and her mother, Sharmila Tagore, is a well-known actress.[1]
She is the sister of actor Saif Ali Khan and Saba Ali Khan.
She studied at The British School in New Delhi. She later studied History at Balliol College, Oxford. She also completed a master’s degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics.[2]
Before entering films, she worked with organizations like the Ford Foundation and Citibank.
Acting Career
Soha Ali Khan made her acting debut with the film Dil Maange More in 2004. She later appeared in the Bengali film Antarmahal, where her performance was appreciated.
Her major breakthrough came with the film Rang De Basanti in 2006. The film was successful and brought her wide recognition. She received awards for her performance.
She later appeared in films like Ahista Ahista, Khoya Khoya Chand, Tum Mile, and 99. She also acted in English-language films.
Over the years, she has worked in different types of roles across multiple film industries.
Other Work
Apart from acting, Soha Ali Khan has worked as a model and brand ambassador. She has also written a book titled The Perils of Being Moderately Famous, which received awards.
She has also been involved in social and public initiatives.
Personal Life
Soha Ali Khan married actor Kunal Khemu in 2015. The couple has a daughter.
She prefers to maintain a balance between her personal and professional life.
Impact and Outlook
Soha Ali Khan is known for her educated background and thoughtful choice of roles. She has built a respected place in the film industry. She continues to work in films, writing, and public activities.