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'''Payal Rohatgi''' (born 9 November |
'''Payal Rohatgi''' (born 9 November 1973 in [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]])<ref name="imdb">{{cite web|title=Biography for Payal Rohatgi|url=http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1204009/bio|publisher=Imdb.com|accessdate=19 July 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Payal Rohatgi - BIOGRAPHY |url=http://popcorn.oneindia.in/artist-biography/608/2/payal-rohatgi.html|publisher=[[Oneindia.in]]|accessdate=21 July 2010}}</ref> is an [[India]]n actress and [[Model (person)|model]] who appears in [[Bollywood]] films. She has mainly been known to people due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like '''Tauba Tauba , Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga, Chetna- the excitement, Fun- can be dangerous sometimes'''. The complete list of her work in sleazy films is available on IMDB, a reliable source. |
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==Early life== |
==Early life== |
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Payal Rohatgi was born on 9 November |
Payal Rohatgi was born on 9 November 1973 ( age 36 years currently ) in [[Banjara Hills]], [[Hyderabad, India]]. [5] She is the daughter of Veena Rohatgi and Shashank Rohatgi. She has a brother named Gaurav Rohatgi. She was brought up in a middle class family and grew up in [[Ahmedabad]] in [[Gujarat]]. She completed her schooling from Udgam School and did her engineering from [[L.D. College of Engineering]], Ahmedabad. She is a [[computer engineer]] by education.<ref name="Chak">{{cite web|title=Payal Rohatgi - Biography|url=http://www.chakpak.com/celebrity/payal-rohatgi/biography/30241|work=Chakpak.com|accessdate=19 June 2010}}</ref> |
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==Career== |
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===Film career=== |
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She has been best known due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like Tauba Tauba, Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga. |
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The early success of her modeling career encouraged her to enter the film industry and she moved to [[Mumbai]]. Rohatgi made her [[Bollywood]] debut in 2002 with [[Harry Baweja]]'s, ''[[Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai?]]'', a Hindi remake of the [[Hollywood]] teen flick ''[[American Pie (film)|American Pie]]''.<ref name="Chak" /> In coming years, she appeared in the films, ''Plan'' (2003), ''Police Force'' (2003) and ''[[Rakht]]'' (2004). |
The early success of her modeling career encouraged her to enter the film industry and she moved to [[Mumbai]]. Rohatgi made her [[Bollywood]] debut in 2002 with [[Harry Baweja]]'s, ''[[Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai?]]'', a Hindi remake of the [[Hollywood]] teen flick ''[[American Pie (film)|American Pie]]''.<ref name="Chak" /> In coming years, she appeared in the films, ''Plan'' (2003), ''Police Force'' (2003) and ''[[Rakht]]'' (2004). |
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In 2008, she was seen in a cameo opposite [[Ranvir Shorey]] in PNC film ''[[Ugly Aur Pagli]]'' which was released in August. In mid-September, she appeared opposite [[Irrfan Khan|Irfan Khan]] in a TV18 film ''[[Dil Kabaddi]]''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Love Guru makes Bollywood debut with 'Dil Kabaddi'|url=http://www.imdb.com/news/ni0622106/|publisher=Imdb News|accessdate=6 December 2008}}</ref> She played the role of an aerobics instructor in the film. |
In 2008, she was seen in a cameo opposite [[Ranvir Shorey]] in PNC film ''[[Ugly Aur Pagli]]'' which was released in August. In mid-September, she appeared opposite [[Irrfan Khan|Irfan Khan]] in a TV18 film ''[[Dil Kabaddi]]''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Love Guru makes Bollywood debut with 'Dil Kabaddi'|url=http://www.imdb.com/news/ni0622106/|publisher=Imdb News|accessdate=6 December 2008}}</ref> She played the role of an aerobics instructor in the film. |
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She has mainly been known to people due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like Tauba Tauba , Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga, Chetna- the excitement, Fun- can be dangerous sometimes. The complete list of her work in sleazy B-grade films is available on IMDB, a reliable source. |
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===Television=== |
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On 11 January 2010, she appeared in the [[Ndtv Imagine]] show ''[[Raaz Pichle Janam Ka]]''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Payal Rohatgi on ''Raaz Pichle Janam Ka!''|url=http://www.realbollywood.com/news/2010/01/payal-rohatgi-raaz-pichle-janam-ka.html|work=Realbollywood.com|accessdate=11 January 2010}}</ref> |
On 11 January 2010, she appeared in the [[Ndtv Imagine]] show ''[[Raaz Pichle Janam Ka]]''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Payal Rohatgi on ''Raaz Pichle Janam Ka!''|url=http://www.realbollywood.com/news/2010/01/payal-rohatgi-raaz-pichle-janam-ka.html|work=Realbollywood.com|accessdate=11 January 2010}}</ref> |
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Recently, Monica Bedi and Payal Rohatgi were supposed to perform for Bigg Boss 4 opening ceremony. But Monica Bedi did not want any controversial questions about her personal life to be asked by host Salman Khan and so she refused to perform. Payal had the opinion that controversies are a part of life, and so she was keen to perform. But Monica did not want to advance her career through controversies and so she was adamant to not perform. Hence even Payal could not perform. |
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==Personal life== |
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| Years active | 2002–present |
| Spouse | None |
| Website | http://www.mypayalrohatgi.com |
Payal Rohatgi (born 9 November 1973 in Hyderabad)[1][2] is an Indian actress and model who appears in Bollywood films. She has mainly been known to people due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like Tauba Tauba , Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga, Chetna- the excitement, Fun- can be dangerous sometimes. The complete list of her work in sleazy films is available on IMDB, a reliable source.
Early life
Payal Rohatgi was born on 9 November 1973 ( age 36 years currently ) in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, India. [5] She is the daughter of Veena Rohatgi and Shashank Rohatgi. She has a brother named Gaurav Rohatgi. She was brought up in a middle class family and grew up in Ahmedabad in Gujarat. She completed her schooling from Udgam School and did her engineering from L.D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad. She is a computer engineer by education.[3]
Career
Modeling
Rohatgi started her career by modeling for popular brands like Amul, Nirma, and Nescafe. She gained attention after appearing in a television ad for Cadbury's Temptations Chocolates. Around this time she also appeared in music videos by rock band, Silk Route and Indipop artist, Kay Kay.[4]
In 2002, she participated in the Femina Miss India contest. The same year, she won the Miss Tourism World in Medellin, South America.[3] After starting her career in Bollywood, Rohatgi has cut back on the number of products she endorses. However, she appeared along with cricketer Virender Sehwag in an ad film for Dabur's Lal Dantmanjan. The film was directed by Pradeep Sarkar. She was also seen in an ad film for Eveready battery in 2006 with Amitabh Bachchan, which was directed by Pradeep Sarkar.
Film career
She has been best known due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like Tauba Tauba, Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga.
The early success of her modeling career encouraged her to enter the film industry and she moved to Mumbai. Rohatgi made her Bollywood debut in 2002 with Harry Baweja's, Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai?, a Hindi remake of the Hollywood teen flick American Pie.[3] In coming years, she appeared in the films, Plan (2003), Police Force (2003) and Rakht (2004).
In 2006, she got her major breakthrough with the film, 36 China Town, also starring Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, and Paresh Rawal.[4] Later that year in July, she appeared in the critically acclaimed, Corporate, in which she played the part of an item girl.
In 2007, her first release was Priyadarshan's film Dhol, produced by the Percept Picture Company. She played a positive second lead character, paired opposite Arbaaz Khan.
In 2008, she was seen in a cameo opposite Ranvir Shorey in PNC film Ugly Aur Pagli which was released in August. In mid-September, she appeared opposite Irfan Khan in a TV18 film Dil Kabaddi.[5] She played the role of an aerobics instructor in the film.
She has mainly been known to people due to her acting in a string of B-grade movies like Tauba Tauba , Laila , Men not allowed, Ek se mera kya hoga, Chetna- the excitement, Fun- can be dangerous sometimes. The complete list of her work in sleazy B-grade films is available on IMDB, a reliable source.
Television
In August 2008, Rohatgi appeared in season 2 of the reality television show, Bigg Boss on Colors TV as a contestant.[6] She was involved in a lot of controversies relating to Rahul Mahajan, whom she dismissed as a 7 year old friend. The same year, she was seen in the adventurous game show, Khatron Ke Khiladi.[7]
In 2009, Rohatgi performed a comedy skit as a celebrity performer in Comedy Circus - Chinchpokli to China on Sony Television.[3]
On 11 January 2010, she appeared in the Ndtv Imagine show Raaz Pichle Janam Ka.[8]
Recently, Monica Bedi and Payal Rohatgi were supposed to perform for Bigg Boss 4 opening ceremony. But Monica Bedi did not want any controversial questions about her personal life to be asked by host Salman Khan and so she refused to perform. Payal had the opinion that controversies are a part of life, and so she was keen to perform. But Monica did not want to advance her career through controversies and so she was adamant to not perform. Hence even Payal could not perform.
Personal life
In 2008, during the second season of the show, Bigg Boss, Rohatgi was romantically linked with fellow inmate, Rahul Mahajan.[9] The couple broke up later, with Rohatgi citing abuse and physical assault as the main reasons of their split.[10] Reports have also surfaced of her dating South African cricketer, Herschelle Gibbs in 2010.[11]
Social work
Rohatgi is actively associated with the cause of rehabilitation of drugs addicts and alcoholics and celebrated World Anti Drugs Day with them.[4] She is also actively working for an NGO Jeevan Dhara in Mumbai.[4]
Awards
On 2 May 2010, Rohatgi received her first award for excellence in the field of arts by International Creative Arts Society ICAS in Ahmedabad.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Other notes |
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| 2002 | Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai? | Esha | Remake of American Pie |
| 2003 | Plan | Tanya | opposite Bikram Saluja |
| 2003 | Police Force | Special Appearance In song | |
| 2004 | Rakht | Tanya | Bipasha Basu's friend |
| 2005 | Chetna: The Excitement | Chetna | |
| 2006 | 36 China Town | Gracy | opposite Paresh Rawal |
| 2006 | Corporate | (Actress) | appearance in an item song |
| 2007 | Heyy Babyy | Special Appearance | opposite Ritesh Deshmukh |
| 2007 | Dhol | Sophie | opposite Arbaaz Khan |
| 2008 | Dil Kabaddi | Kaya | opposite Irrfan Khan |
Television
- Bigg Boss (Season 2)[12] (2008) .... Herself
- Khatron Ke Khiladi[7] (2008) .... Herself
References
- ^ a b "Biography for Payal Rohatgi". Imdb.com. Retrieved 19 July 2010.
- ^ "Payal Rohatgi - BIOGRAPHY". Oneindia.in. Retrieved 21 July 2010.
- ^ a b c d "Payal Rohatgi - Biography". Chakpak.com. Retrieved 19 June 2010.
- ^ a b c d "Payal Rohatgi: Biography". mypayalrohatgi.com. Retrieved 19 June 2010.
- ^ "Love Guru makes Bollywood debut with 'Dil Kabaddi'". Imdb News. Retrieved 6 December 2008.
- ^ "Payal Rohatgi, Sambhavana Seth re-enter 'Bigg Boss' house". Imdb News. Retrieved 4 November 2008.
- ^ a b "Khatron Ke Khiladi -Season 2 winner revealed?". Imdb News. Retrieved 2 September 2009.
- ^ "Payal Rohatgi on Raaz Pichle Janam Ka!". Realbollywood.com. Retrieved 11 January 2010.
- ^ "Sanjay reveals all about Rahul Mahajan, Payal Rohatgi". 25 August 2008. Retrieved 2010-08-28.
- ^ "Rahul Mahajan assaulted me: Payal Rohatgi". Retrieved 2010-08-28.
- ^ "Payal's dinner date with Gibbs". 1 May 2010. Retrieved 2010-08-28.
- ^ "Payal Rohatgi on Bigg Boss". Retrieved 2010-12-06.
[1][2] http://bollywood.rightcelebrity.com/?p=518 - for early life.