Kajal Aggarwal
Kajal Aggarwal (born 19 June 1985) is an Indian actress and model who primarily works in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films. She is one of the most popular actresses in South Indian cinema and is often referred to as the “Queen of Tollywood”.
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| Born | 19 June 1985 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actress, Model |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Height | 1.65 m (approx.) |
| Spouse | Gautam Kitchlu (m. 2020) |
| Children | 1 |
Early Life and Education
Kajal Aggarwal was born in Mumbai into a Punjabi family.[1]
- Father: Suman Aggarwal (businessman)
- Mother: Vinay Aggarwal
- Sister: Nisha Aggarwal (actress)
She completed her education from:
- St. Anne’s High School, Mumbai
- Jai Hind College
- Kishinchand Chellaram College (Degree in Mass Media – Advertising & Marketing)
She is fluent in Hindi, English, and Punjabi.[2]
Modelling Career
Kajal began her career as a model and appeared in numerous advertisements for major brands such as:
- Lux
- Dabur
- Panasonic
- Samsung
- Bru Coffee
- L’Oréal
Her success in modelling helped her transition into films.
Acting Career
Debut and Early Career (2004–2008)
Kajal made her acting debut with a supporting role in:
- Kyun! Ho Gaya Na... (2004)
She entered Telugu cinema with:
- Lakshmi Kalyanam (2007)
Her Tamil debut came with:
- Pazhani (2008)
Breakthrough and Success (2009–2015)
Her breakthrough came with:
- Magadheera (2009) – a blockbuster hit
She gained immense popularity with films such as:
- Thuppakki (2012)
- Maattrraan (2012)
- Jilla (2014)
- Vivegam (2017)
- Mersal (2017)
In Bollywood, she appeared in:
- Singham (2011) – a major hit
- Special 26 (2013)
Recent Work
Kajal continues to work across multiple industries and remains a leading actress in South Indian cinema.
She has also explored singing and sang a song in the Kannada film:
- Chakravyuha (2016)
Personal Life
Kajal Aggarwal married entrepreneur Gautam Kitchlu on 30 October 2020.
The couple has a son.
She is known for her disciplined lifestyle and interest in yoga and fitness.
Achievements
- One of the highest-paid actresses in South Indian cinema
- Multiple nominations at Filmfare Awards South
- SIIMA and CineMAA Awards recognition
- Wax statue at Madame Tussauds Singapore
Personality and Interests
- Hobbies: Yoga, dancing, reading
- Favourite actors: Nagarjuna, Jr. NTR
- Favourite actresses: Madhuri Dixit, Sridevi
She is admired for her elegance, professionalism, and strong screen presence.
Legacy
Kajal Aggarwal is considered one of the most successful actresses in South Indian cinema. With blockbuster films across Telugu and Tamil industries and a strong presence in Bollywood, she has built a versatile and enduring career.