Celina Jaitly is an Indian actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who went from winning Femina Miss India 2001 to representing India on the Miss Universe stage the same year.
She was born on November 24, 1981 (44 years old) in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.
She mainly worked in Hindi films and became known for her glamorous screen image, pageant success, and roles in popular Bollywood comedies and dramas.
Celina first gained national attention after winning Femina Miss India 2001. She then represented India at Miss Universe 2001, where she finished as the fourth runner-up.
She made her Bollywood debut in 2003 with Janasheen. Later, she appeared in films such as No Entry, Apna Sapna Money Money, Golmaal Returns, and Thank You.
Apart from films, Celina has also stayed in public attention because of her family life, social work, and recent legal matters related to her marriage and child custody case.
Quick Facts of Celina Jaitly
| Full Name | Celina Jaitly |
| Profession | Former actress, model, beauty pageant titleholder, social activist, and writer |
| Age | 44 years old |
| Date of Birth | November 24, 1981 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Sagittarius |
| Birthplace | Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Gender | Female |
Celina Jaitly Early Life and Education
Celina Jaitly was born in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, and grew up in a defence family. Her father served in the Indian Army, and for the same reason as her father’s Army postings, Celina spent her childhood in many parts of India.
She studied in more than a dozen schools while growing up. As a child, Celina wanted to join the Army like her father.
She thought of becoming either a pilot or a doctor. Her early life was shaped by travel, school changes, and a defence family background.
Education
Celina Jaitly studied at City Montessori School, Station Road, Lucknow. She also attended Canossa Convent School in Ranikhet.
She later graduated with a Commerce degree with Accountancy Honours from Indira Gandhi National Open University.
| School | Canossa Convent School, Ranikhet |
| Alma Mater | Indira Gandhi National Open University |
| Highest Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with Accountancy Honours |
Celina Jaitly Personal Life
Celina Jaitly’s personal life has also been in the public eye.
She married Austrian entrepreneur and hotelier Peter Haag in 2010, and the couple later became parents to three living children.
After years of marriage, their relationship faced serious legal issues. In November 2025, Celina reportedly filed a divorce case in Mumbai, citing domestic violence and abuse.
It is also known that Peter had filed for divorce earlier in Austria.
Celina has also sought custody of her three children, making the matter not only a divorce case but also a family and custody dispute.
Children
Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag became parents to twin sons, Winston Jaitly Haag and Viraaj Jaitly Haag, on 24 March 2012.
In 2017, Celina gave birth to another set of twin boys, Arthur Jaitly Haag and Shamsher Jaitly Haag. Sadly, Shamsher died due to a heart condition.
Currently, Celina has three living children: Winston, Viraaj, and Arthur.
Father
Celina Jaitly’s father was the late Colonel V. K. Jaitly. He served in the Indian Army.
Mother
Celina Jaitly’s mother was Meeta Jaitly. She was a child psychologist.
Siblings
Celina has a brother named Vikrant Jaitly, Major Retd. Vikrant is now a retired Indian Army officer.
| Relationship Status | Separated |
| Ex-husband | Peter Haag |
| Children | Sons: Winston, Viraaj, Arthur |
| Parents | Father: Colonel V. K. Jaitly (Late) Mother: Meeta Jaitly (Late) |
| Siblings | Brother: Vikrant Jaitly, Major Retd |
Celina Jaitly Career
Celina Jaitly started her public career through modeling and beauty pageants. She won Femina Miss India 2001.
After that, she represented India at Miss Universe 2001 and finished as the fourth runner-up. This success helped her get attention in the film industry.
2003: Film Debut with Janasheen and Khel
Celina made her Hindi film debut in 2003 with Janasheen. The film was directed by Feroz Khan. She worked with Feroz Khan and Fardeen Khan in the film.
In the same year, she appeared in Khel – No Ordinary Game. Her co-actors in the film included Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, and Gulshan Grover.
2005: Work in Silsiilay and No Entry
In 2005, Celina appeared in Silsiilay. The film had a large cast, including Tabu, Kay Kay Menon, Rahul Bose, Bhumika Chawla, Jimmy Sheirgill, Riya Sen, and Shah Rukh Khan as narrator. Celina played the role of Preeti.
The same year, she acted in No Entry, one of her better-known films. She played Sanjana Saxena. Her co-actors included Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Fardeen Khan, Bipasha Basu, Lara Dutta, and Esha Deol.
2006: Comedy and Multi-Star Films
In 2006, Celina worked in films such as Jawani Diwani: A Youthful Joyride, Zinda, Tom Dick and Harry, and Apna Sapna Money Money. Bollywood Hungama lists these films in its filmography for 2006.
In Apna Sapna Money Money, she played Sania Badnaam. Her co-actors included Suniel Shetty, Riteish Deshmukh, Shreyas Talpade, Riya Sen, Jackie Shroff, Anupam Kher, Rajpal Yadav, and Chunky Panday.
2007: Red and Shakalaka Boom Boom
In 2007, Celina appeared in Red: The Dark Side with Aftab Shivdasani. She also acted in Shakalaka Boom Boom, directed by Suneel Darshan.
Her co-actors in Shakalaka Boom Boom included Bobby Deol, Upen Patel, and Kangana Ranaut.
2008: Golmaal Returns
In 2008, Celina appeared in Golmaal Returns, directed by Rohit Shetty. She played Meera Iyer.
Her co-actors included Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Arshad Warsi, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Amrita Arora, and Anjana Sukhani. The film became a commercial success.
2009 to 2011: Later Film Roles
From 2009 to 2011, Celina worked in films such as Paying Guests, Accident on Hill Road, Hello Darling, and Thank You. Bollywood Hungama lists these films with their release years.
In Thank You, released in 2011, she played Maya Mathur. Her co-actors included Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol, Suniel Shetty, Sonam Kapoor, and Rimi Sen.
2011 to 2012: Kannada Film and Special Appearance
In 2011, Celina appeared in the Kannada film Shrimathi. In 2012, she made a special appearance in Will You Marry Me?. These films are listed in her filmography.
2014: Work with the United Nations
Celina also worked for social causes. In 2014, the UN Human Rights Office released The Welcome, a Bollywood-style music video for its Free & Equal campaign in India.
The video starred Celina Jaitly, who had been named as a campaign Equality Champion for her support for LGBT communities. The video also marked her musical debut.
2020: Return with Season’s Greetings
In 2020, Celina appeared in the short film Season’s Greetings, directed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee.
Her co-actors included Lillette Dubey, Azhar Khan, and Shree Ghatak. The film focused on a mother-daughter relationship.
Upcoming Projects
In 2026, Celina is set to play Sister Nivedita in an upcoming biographical film directed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee. Her return to a full lead role after years away from cinema.
Celina Jaitly Awards and achievements
Here are the major wins and nominations of Celina Jaitly:
Key Wins
- 2001: Femina Miss India 2001. She later represented India at Miss Universe 2001 and finished as the fourth runner-up.
- 2006: Annual Kalakar Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in No Entry.
- 2008: Annual Kalakar Award for Best Actress for Shakalaka Boom Boom.
- 2021: Filmfare Middle East Award for Best Performance in a Short Film for Season’s Greetings.
- 2021: IWM Digital Award for Most Popular Actress in a Short Film for Season’s Greetings.
Key Nominations
- 2020: Celina Jaitly was nominated for the Prince of Prestige Academy Award in the category Best Performance by an Actress for Season’s Greetings.
Celina Jaitly Controversies
Divorce and Domestic Violence Case: In November 2025, Celina Jaitly filed a case against her husband, Peter Haag, in an Andheri court in Mumbai. Reports said she filed the case under domestic violence and abuse claims. NDTV reported that she asked for monthly maintenance, custody of her three children, and compensation for loss of earnings. These are legal claims and have not been listed here as court-proven facts. NDTV also reported that Peter Haag had filed for divorce in Austria before Celina’s case in India. According to Celina’s legal team, Peter blamed her for the breakdown of the marriage and was trying to show that she had no claim over their property.
Defamation Notices from Peter Haag and His Father: In 2026, The Times of India reported that Peter Haag and his father, DI Wolfgang J. Haag, sent separate legal notices to Celina. The notices accused her of making defamatory public statements during the divorce and custody dispute. The report said they denied the abuse, harassment, and intimidation claims and asked her to remove the disputed content and issue a public apology.
Celina Jaitly Net Worth
Celina Jaitly’s exact net worth is approximately ₹55-60 crore ($5.77 to 6.30 million).
| Net Worth (Approx.) | ₹55-60 crore ($5.77 to 6.30 million) |
Celina Jaitly Height, Weight, and Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Celina Jaitly:
| Height | In centimetres: 168 cm In meters: 1.68 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 6 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 55 kg approx. In lbs: 121 lbs approx. |
| Body Measurements | 34-25-36 inches |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Blue-Greenish-Grey |
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FAQs
Who is Celina Jaitly?
Celina Jaitly is an Indian former actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder. She mainly worked in Hindi films. She won Femina Miss India 2001 and represented India at Miss Universe 2001.
How old is Celina Jaitly?
Celina Jaitly is 44 years old. She was born on November 24, 1981, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the qualification of Celina Jaitly?
Celina Jaitly studied at City Montessori School in Lucknow and Canossa Convent School in Ranikhet. She later completed a Commerce degree with Accountancy Honours from Indira Gandhi National Open University.
Who was the husband of Celina Jaitly?
Celina Jaitly married Austrian entrepreneur and hotelier Peter Haag. They were separated in 2025 and later became involved in divorce and custody-related legal matters.
How many children does Celina Jaitly have?
Celina Jaitly has four sons, but one child died due to a heart defect. She only has three sons now, Winston, Viraaj, and Arthur.
What was the debut film of Celina Jaitly?
Celina Jaitly made her Hindi film debut with Janasheen in 2003. The film was directed by Feroz Khan.
Did Celina Jaitly win Miss India?
Yes, Celina Jaitly won Femina Miss India 2001. She also finished as the fourth runner-up at Miss Universe 2001.
