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Kritika Kamra is an Indian actor and model. She is known for playing the role of Arohi in the Hindi TV serial ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai’ (2009), which aired on Imagine TV.
Wiki/Biography
Kritika Kamra was born on Tuesday, 25 October 1988 (age 35 years; as of 2023) in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. Her zodiac sign is Scorpio.
She hails from Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh. She did her schooling at Anand Primary English Medium School, Sukhpur, Madhya Pradesh and Tara Sadan Hr. Sec. School, Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh. She continued her schooling at St. Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi Public School, New Delhi. She then enrolled in the National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi, to pursue her graduation in fashion communication. However, when she was in her first year of college, she received an offer for the Hindi TV serial ‘Yahaan Ke Hum Sikander,’ so she dropped out of college to make her career in acting.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx.): 55 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34
Family
She belongs to a Punjabi Hindu family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father, Ravi Kamra, is a dentist. Her mother, Kumkum Kamra, is a nutritionist and an educationist at Shri Anandpur Trust Charitable Hospital, Ashoknagar. Her younger brother, Rahul Kamra, is an entrepreneur and founder of Ketorets Nutrition Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai.
Husband
She is unmarried.
Relationships/Affairs
Karan Kundrra
In 2009, she met the Indian actor Karan Kundrra while shooting for their debut TV serial ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai.’ Initially, they became friends and soon, fell in love with each other. Their on-screen and off-screen Jodi became immensely popular, and their fans started calling themselves “Karnika fans.” Later, due to some reasons, the duo broke up. During an interview, when Kritika was asked about her split with Karan Kundrra, she replied,
There is no definite reason for my split with Karan. There was no fight. Both of us got very busy with our new shows and this took a toll on our relationship.”
Siddharth Bijpuria
After a few years of her break up with Karan, she started dating the Indian publicist Siddharth Bijpuria. However, their relationship did not last long, and the couple parted ways.
Jackky Bhagnani
In 2018, while she was shooting for the Hindi film ‘Mitron,’ the rumours of her dating her co-actor Jackky Bhagnani started. In an interview, when she was asked about the dating rumours, she denied it.
Uday Singh Gauri
In 2017, she started dating Uday Singh Gauri, the Indian businessman and CEO of a talent management company named Exceed Entertainment. In 2022, there were even rumours that they got engaged in a private ceremony. However, Kritika denied her engagement news.
Autograph
Career
TV
Serial
In 2007, she made her television debut with the Hindi TV serial ‘Yahaan Ke Hum Sikander’ in which she played the role of Arshiya. The serial was aired on Z Next.
She came into the limelight with her role as Arohi Sharma in the 2009 Hindi TV serial ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai,’ which aired on Imagine TV.
She has acted in various Hindi TV serials like ‘Pyaar Ka Bandhan’ (2009; Sony), ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2’ (2010; NDTV Imagine), ‘Kuch Toh Log Kahenge’ (2011; Sony), ‘Reporters’ (2015; Sony), and ‘Prem Ya Paheli – Chandrakanta’ (2017).
Reality Show
She has participated in a few celebrity Hindi dance reality shows such as ‘Zara Nachke Dikha Season 2’ (2010; Star Plus) and ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Season 7’ (2014; Colors).
She has also hosted the Hindi TV show ‘MTV Webbed Season 2’ in 2015.
Film
In 2018, she made her Bollywood debut with the film ‘Mitron’ in which she played the role of Avni.
In 2023, she appeared in another Hindi film ‘Bheed.’
Web Series
Kritika made her web series debut with the 2016 Hindi web series ‘Friend Zoned’ in which she played the role of the company’s boss. The series was streamed on the SnG Comedy YouTube channel.
She has acted in many Hindi web series including ‘Tandav’ (2021; Amazon Prime Video), ‘Kaun Banegi Shikharwati’ (2022; Zee5), ‘Hush Hush’ (2022; Amazon Prime Video), and ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ (2023; Amazon Prime Video).
Short Film
She has acted in a few Hindi short films such as ‘Best Girlfriend’ (2015), ‘Dry Dreams’ (2015), and ‘White Shirt’ (2016).
Modelling
As a model, she has been featured in a few Hindi music videos such as “Mera Jahan” (2017 by Gajendra Verma) and “Hai Pyaar Kya” (2019 by Jubin Nautiyal).
She has appeared in TV commercials for a few brands such as Kurkure, Elite Jewels, and Shirley.
Kamra has walked the ramp in many fashion shows.
Other Work
She started her clothing label named ‘Cinnabar’ in 2020.
Awards
- 2009: Won Indian Telly Award for Popular Fresh New Face for the serial Kitani Mohabbat Hai
- 2012: Nominated for the Indian Telly Award for Best Actress (Critics) for the serial Kuch Toh Log Kahenge
- 2012: Won the Indian Telly Award for the serial Kuch Toh Log Kahenge
- 2015: Won Cyber Celebrity of the Year Award at the Cyber Crime Control conference in Mumbai
- 2017: Nominated for Gold Award for Best Actress for the serial Prem Ya Paheli: Chandrakanta
- 2018: Won Women Achievers’ Conclave & Award for Excellence in Film & TV industry
- 2022: Nominated for Indian Telly Streaming Awards for Fan Favorite Supporting Actress for the web series Kaun Banegi Shikharwati
- 2022: Won ScreenXX Summit & Award for Best Actress in a Comic Role – Hindi Web Originals for Kaun Banegi Shikharwati
- 2023: Nominated for FOI Online Award for Best Performance by an Ensemble Cast for the film Bheed
- 2023: Won Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest Award for Most Dazzling Performer (Films/OTT) for Bambai Meri Jaan
- 2024: Won Iconic Gold Award for Best Supporting Actress of the Year – Web Series for Bambai Meri Jaan
Car Collection
- Mercedes GLA
Favourites
- Film(s): Darr (1993), Anjaam (1994), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
- TV Show: Game of Thrones (2011)
- Food: Mutton Chilli Con Carne
- Recipe: Heston’s full roast chicken
- Restaurant(s): Indigo, Aurus, and Hard Rock Cafe in Mumbai
- Book: The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
- Colours(s): White, Red, Black
- Beauty Care Product: Organic Aloe Vera
Facts/Trivia
- Her nicknames are Kriti and Kiku.
- On her self-titled YouTube channel, she uploads her interviews and work-related videos. She started her channel in 2013.
- In 2015, in a video, the Indian actor Rajeev Khandelwal was seen forcefully kissing Kamra after which she slapped him tightly. The video went viral on social video. However, later, people came to know that it was a video from their TV serial ‘Reporters.’
- She loves animals and owns a pet cat named Yoda.
- She often consumes alcohol at various parties.
- Kritika has been featured on the cover of a few magazines such as Wedding Vows, You & I, Fablook, and Candy.
- She is a religious person and has a deep faith in god.
- Kritika Kamra follows a non-vegetarian diet.