Birth Name: Dia Handrich
Date of Birth: December 9, 1981
Place of Birth: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Nationality: Indian
Origin: Hindu/German
Occupation: Actress, model, film producer
Height: 5 ft 6in; 1.68m
Mirza in one sentence: Dia is a successful Indian actress and a woman with many virtues.
Quotes:
There is nothing more beautiful than a woman or man who exudes positivity.
I have dreams about marriage and children…
Being a producer is taking charge of the entire process. You’re the catalyst in making things happen.
I am happy and I am in love in everything that I do.
I think I will never date an actor again.
What a man truly needs, is character.
There can only be lust at first sight.
I’m content with what I have.
I didn’t allow anyone to take me under their wings.
Interesting Facts:
Her father was a German industrial fair designer, architect, artist and interior designer.
Her mother is an interior designer and a landscaper who volunteer to help addicts and alcoholics.
During her studies, this Indian actress worked as a model and as a Marketing executive for a media firm.
She got her Bachelor’s degree from Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad.
Mirza was a second runner up at Femina Miss India, 2000.
Dia was crowned Miss Asia Pacific International in 2000.
She is a co-owner of a production house Born Free Entertainment.
This lady has garnered a lot of praise for her social work.
In 2012 she received the Green Award for her contribution towards green environment.
She made her film debut in the film Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein.
Mirza has lots of hobbies: reading, painting, writing, pottery, horse riding…
She does charity work for many organization including: spreading HIV awareness, prevention of female feticide, PETA, CRY, NDTV; she is an active member of Cancer Patients Aid Association.
Also, she is the Eco Ambassador for Panasonic
Achievements (awards):
Zee Cine Awards for Best Debut : Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein in 2002
Bollywood movie award for Best Debut Newcomer : Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein in 2002
Great women achiever award for Beauty in 2005
Green Globe Honor for Extraordinary Work by a Public Figure in 2011
Women’s Achievement Award in 2011
The Jaipur International Film Festival for Best Actress award : Paanch Adhyay in 2012
IIFA Green Award for Contribution Towards a Greener Environment in 2012
The Sixth Geospa Asiaspa India Awards for Eco Crusader of the Year in 2013
Go to Dia Mirza Gallery or to Beautiful Indian Women
Always remember that true beauty comes from within.