Rani Mukerji Age, Wiki, Husband, Family, Career, Net Worth

Q: How old is Rani Mukerji?

Rani Mukerji is [age dob=21-03-1978] old . She was born on 21 March 1978 in Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India.

Q: What was Rani Mukerji’s debut film?

Rani Mukerji’s Hindi debut film was Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat (1996).

Before Rani Mukerji became one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated faces, her story was already taking root far from the spotlight. The lights were not on yet, the camera had not rolled, but a dream was quietly forming.

Then came her first film, her first big test, and the start of a name that Bollywood audiences would come to admire for decades.

Rani Mukerji is an Indian actress, born on March 21, 1978 (48 years old) in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. She has worked mainly in Hindi films and has been active in cinema since 1996.

After her debut, Rani kept adding new colors to her career, taking on roles that ranged from the emotional to the fierce, and building a body of work that spanned nearly three decades.

Some roles tested her like a mirror, while others gave her a wider stage.

In recognition of her performance in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway, Rani reached one of the biggest milestones of her career, winning the National Film Award for Best Actress at the 71st National Film Awards.

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Quick Facts of Rani Mukerji

First look of Rani Mukerji in Mardaani 3. The film releases on 27 February 2026 : r/bollywood

Full Name	Rani Mukerji
Profession	Indian actress
Age	48 years old
Date of Birth	21 March 1978
Nationality	Indian
Zodiac/Sun Sign	Aries
Birthplace	Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Current Address	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Gender	Female

Rani Mukerji Early Life and Education

Rani Mukerji was born and raised in Mumbai and was born into a film family.

Since her father worked in the industry, she was familiar with the world of cinema from a young age. Despite this exposure, she initially had no aspirations to become an actress herself; her focus was heavily on academics and sports.

She also pursued classical dance from a young age and is a trained Odissi dancer. At age 14, she made a cameo appearance in her father’s Bengali film Biyer Phool (1992), marking her first unplanned brush with the camera.

Education

Rani studied at Maneckji Cooper High School in Juhu, Mumbai. She later graduated with a degree in Home Science from SNDT Women’s University.

School	Maneckji Cooper High School
Alma Mater	SNDT Women’s University
Highest Qualification	Degree in Home Science

Rani Mukerji Personal Life

Rani Mukerji is married to Indian filmmaker Aditya Chopra. She has largely kept her personal life private, but throughout her career, she was linked to several co-stars.

Her most prominent relationships range from highly speculated, unconfirmed romances with co-stars to her current marriage with filmmaker Aditya Chopra.

Rumoured Past Relationships

Rani Mukerji has, over the years, been linked by the media with a few co-stars. In the mid-2000s, she was heavily linked to Abhishek Bachchan after working together in films like Bunty Aur Babli and Yuva, though neither confirmed it.

In the early 2000s, tabloids also speculated about a relationship with Govinda around the Hadh Kar Di Aapne movie, but both It is known that they were only friends and colleagues.

Earlier, after the Ghulam (1998) film, there were brief and unconfirmed rumours of a short-lived off-screen connection with Aamir Khan.

Husband

Rani Mukerji’s life partner is the renowned Bollywood filmmaker and producer Aditya Chopra.

Aditya Chopra is the Chairman of Yash Raj Films (YRF), one of the most prominent production and entertainment companies in India.

Known as a very private director and executive, he rarely makes public appearances.

Marriage

The couple quietly tied the knot on April 21, 2014, in an intimate ceremony in Italy.

Children

Rani Mukerji has one daughter, Adira Chopra, who was born on 9 December 2015.

Father

Her father was Ram Mukerji, a film director and one of the founders of Filmalaya Studios.

Mother

Her mother is Krishna Mukherjee, a former playback singer.

Siblings

She has an elder brother, Raja Mukherjee, who works as a film producer and director.

Relationship Status	Married
Husband	Aditya Chopra
Children	Daughter: Adira Chopra
Parents	Father: Ram Mukerji Mother: Krishna Mukherjee
Siblings	Brother: Raja Mukherjee

Rani Mukerji Career

Rani Mukerji started acting in the mid-1990s and became a leading name in Hindi cinema. Over time, she moved from early roles to lead parts in big films, and later focused more on strong, female-led stories, including the Mardaani series.

Debut and early work (1996 to 1997)

Rani made her Hindi film debut with Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat (1996). The film featured her with Mohnish Behl, Shadaab Khan, and Gulshan Grover.

She used these early years to build her place in the industry and take on more film offers.

Breakthrough and wider recognition (1998 to 2001)

In 1998, she got wide attention with Ghulam opposite Aamir Khan.

Soon after, she appeared in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai with Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Salman Khan.

This period helped her become a familiar face in mainstream Hindi films and opened the door to bigger projects.

Lead actress phase and Yash Raj Films’ success (2002 to 2003)

In Saathiya (2002), she played the lead opposite Vivek Oberoi.

The supporting cast included Sandhya Mridul, Tanuja, Satish Shah, Swaroop Sampat, and Sharat Saxena.

The film strengthened her image as a lead actress who could carry emotional roles.

Peak years in commercial and performance-led films (2004 to 2006)

From 2004 onward, she appeared in several high-profile films and worked with many top actors.

In Hum Tum (2004), she starred opposite Saif Ali Khan, with Rishi Kapoor, Kirron Kher, and Jimmy Sheirgill in the supporting cast.

In Black (2005), she starred with Amitabh Bachchan, with Ayesha Kapur playing the younger role.

Around the same time, she also worked in popular films with co-stars such as Abhishek Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and others across her mid-2000s releases, which kept her among the most in-demand actresses of that period.

Steady work and different role choices (2007 to 2013)

After her mid-2000s peak, she continued acting in a mix of films. She took on parts that were different from her earlier romantic leads, including films where she shared the screen with actresses and ensembles, such as No One Killed Jessica (2011) with Vidya Balan, and films like Talaash (2012), where she appeared with Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Cop role phase and later-career lead films (2014 to 2019)

In Mardaani (2014), she played police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. The film also featured Tahir Raj Bhasin and Jisshu Sengupta, with Anant Vidhaat Sharma in a supporting role.

This role became one of her most identified characters in later years. She returned to the role in Mardaani 2 (2019), continuing the same series.

National Award phase (2023)

In Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023), she starred with Anirban Bhattacharya, Jim Sarbh, and Neena Gupta. The film was released in cinemas on 17 March 2023.

Present phase and latest film (2024 to 2026)

Yash Raj Films announced Mardaani 3 on 13 December 2024, confirming Rani Mukerji’s return as Shivani Shivaji Roy, with Abhiraj Minawala as director.

The official Yash Raj Films page lists the film’s release date as 30 January 2026.
Also, list Janki Bodiwala in a key role and Mallika Prasad as the antagonist.

Rani Mukerji Filmography

Rani Mukerji set to make explosive return in 'Mardaani 3' - The Statesman

Rani Mukerji has worked in more than 30 films across Hindi and Bengali cinema since 1996. Her biggest hits include Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the top-grossing Hindi film of 1998, and Veer-Zaara, the highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2004. Her most acclaimed performance came in Black (2005), while Hichki (2018) became her highest-grossing release. Many of her films were made with Yash Raj Films, including Saathiya, Veer-Zaara, Bunty Aur Babli, Laaga Chunari Mein Daag, Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic, Dil Bole Hadippa!, the Mardaani series, Hichki, Bunty Aur Babli 2 and Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway.

Her films, year by year:

1996: Biyer Phool (Bengali), Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat
1998: Ghulam, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Mehndi
1999 to 2001: Hello Brother, Badal, Hey Ram, Hadh Kar Di Aapne, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, Nayak: The Real Hero, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (cameo)
2002 to 2003: Mujhse Dosti Karoge!, Saathiya, Chalte Chalte, Chori Chori, Calcutta Mail
2004 to 2006: Yuva, Hum Tum, Veer-Zaara, Black, Bunty Aur Babli, Paheli, Mangal Pandey: The Rising, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Baabul
2007 to 2009: Ta Ra Rum Pum, Laaga Chunari Mein Daag, Saawariya, Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic, Dil Bole Hadippa!
2011 to 2014: No One Killed Jessica, Aiyyaa, Talaash, Bombay Talkies, Mardaani
2018 to 2023: Hichki, Mardaani 2, Bunty Aur Babli 2, Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
2026: Mardaani 3, King (filming)

Rani Mukerji Awards and Achievement

Rani Mukerji has won many awards for her work in Hindi films. She has won 8 Filmfare Awards and has also received a National Film Award for Best Actress.

Her major wins

National Film Awards (71st National Film Awards, presented in 2025): Won Best Actress for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).
Filmfare Awards (1999): Won Best Supporting Actress for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
Filmfare Awards (2005): Won Best Actress for Hum Tum (2004).
Filmfare Awards (2005): Won Best Supporting Actress for Yuva (2004).
Filmfare Awards (2006): Won Best Actress for Black (2005).
Filmfare Awards (2006): Won Best Actress (Critics) for Black (2005).
Filmfare Awards (2012): Won Best Supporting Actress for No One Killed Jessica (2011).
Filmfare Awards (2024): Won Best Actress (Critics) for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).
IIFA Awards (2005): Won Best Actress in a Leading Role for Hum Tum (2004).
IIFA Awards (2005): Won Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Veer-Zaara (2004).
IIFA Awards (2006): Won Best Actress in a Leading Role for Black (2005).
IIFA Awards (2007): Won Best Actress in a Leading Role for Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006).
IIFA Awards (2024): Won Best Actress in a Leading Role for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).
Star Screen Awards (2005): Won Best Actress for Hum Tum (2004).
Star Screen Awards (2005): Won Best Supporting Actress for Yuva (2004).
Star Screen Awards (2006): Won Best Actress for Black (2005).
Global Indian Film Awards (2005): Won Best Actress for Hum Tum (2004).
Zee Cine Awards (1999): Won Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
Zee Cine Awards (2005): Won Best Actor – Female for Hum Tum (2004).
Zee Cine Awards (2006): Won Best Actor – Female for Black (2005).
Zee Cine Awards (2024): Won Best Actor (Critics) – Female for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).
Stardust Awards (2006): Won Star of the Year – Female for Black (2005).
Stardust Awards (2014): Won Best Actress in a Thriller/Action for Mardaani (2014).
Star Guild/Producers Guild Awards (2006): Won Best Actress in a Leading Role for Black (2005).
Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards (2003): Won Best Actress (Hindi) for Saathiya (2002).
Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards (2006): Won Best Actress (Hindi) for Black (2005).
Anandalok Puraskar Awards (2003, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2011): Won Best Actress five times, for Saathiya, Hum Tum, Black, Dil Bole Hadippa!, and No One Killed Jessica.
Sabsey Favourite Kaun Awards (2005–2008): Won Sabsey Favourite Heroine four consecutive years, for Hum Tum & Veer-Zaara, Black, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, and Ta Ra Rum Pum & Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.

Her key nominations

Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Saathiya (2002).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Chalte Chalte (2003).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Bunty Aur Babli (2005).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Laaga Chunari Mein Daag (2007).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Mardaani (2014).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Hichki (2018).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Mardaani 2 (2019).
Filmfare Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).
IIFA Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Mardaani (2014) and Hichki (2018).
Screen Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for No One Killed Jessica (2011) and Mardaani (2014).
Zee Cine Awards (Best Actress): Nominated for Mardaani 2 (2019), Hichki (2018), and Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023).

Rani Mukerji Controversies

Rani Mukerji has mostly avoided major public disputes, but a few moments have led to online criticism and public debate.

August 2024 (Women’s safety video resurfaced): An older roundtable clip featuring Rani Mukerji and Deepika Padukone resurfaced online and triggered backlash and discussion about women’s safety and responsibility.
October 2025 (8-hour work shift debate): During the industry debate linked to reported work-hour demands, Rani shared her view that work hours can be planned and are a matter of choice, and her comments were widely discussed online.
October 2025 (National Award debate): After the 71st National Film Awards, she addressed the talk around awards and said an award loses value if people feel the winner does not deserve it.
January 2026 (Parenting and gender-role comments): Some outlets reported backlash to her comments about respect at home and parenting, which led to debate on social media.

Rani Mukerji Net Worth

Rani Mukerji’s net worth is approximately ₹200-₹206 crore (approximately $24 million-$25 million), and she charges approximately ₹7 crore per movie.

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)	₹200-₹206 crore ($24 million-$25 million)
Salary (Approx.)	$835,000 USD

Rani Mukerji Height, Weight, and Physical Stats

The following are the physical appearances of Rani Mukerji.

Height	In centimetres: 158 cm In meters: 1.58 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 2 inches
Weight	In kg: 58 Kg In lbs: 128 lbs
Body Measurements	34–30–34 inches
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Eye Color	Dark Brown

Interesting Facts About Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji has been trained in Odissi dance since her school years.
In 2011, she set up a Stroke Treatment Fund in association with the Indian Stroke Association to help support treatment costs for people who could not afford them.
Rani Mukerji was appointed as an ambassador for Procter and Gamble and the NGO Child Rights and You (CRY) for their Shiksha initiative linked to children’s education.