Chitrangada Singh, born on 30 August 1975 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is an acclaimed Indian actress and film producer best known for her powerful performances in Hindi cinema.

She began her career as a model before making her acting debut in the critically acclaimed film Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2005), which earned her the Bollywood Movie Award for Best Female Debut. Over the years, she has built a diverse filmography, appearing in notable movies such as the crime thriller Yeh Saali Zindagi (2011), romantic comedies Desi Boyz (2011) and I, Me Aur Main (2013), the financial drama Baazaar (2018), and thrillers like Bob Biswas (2021) and Gaslight (2023). In addition to acting, she turned producer with the sports drama Soorma (2018), which was based on the life of hockey player Sandeep Singh.

Chitrangada comes from a family with strong ties to the armed forces—her father was an officer in the Indian Army. She married golfer Jyoti Randhawa in 2001, though the couple divorced in 2014, and they have one son. Known for her striking screen presence and versatility, she has also been honored with awards such as the FICCI Young Women Achiever Award (2009) and recognition from the Indian Council for UN Relations for excellence in entertainment (2020).

With her blend of elegance, talent, and resilience, Chitrangada Singh remains one of Bollywood’s most respected actresses, balancing mainstream cinema with meaningful, character-driven roles.