Rhea Chakraborty celebrates her birthday today. The actress was born on July 1, 1992 in the city of Bengaluru. Her father was a lieutenant colonel in the Army, while her mom is a Gaud Saraswat Brahmin from Konkan. The actress who started off as a VJ had a rather uneventful career in Bollywood. In 2020, the Sushant Singh Rajput case even got the international media interested about her. Devoleena Bhattacharjee Speaks Out on Pregnancy Rumours, Says 'This Is My Personal Space'.

The actress faced one of the worst media trials in history, which made news even abroad. On the occasion of her birthday, here are some unknown facts about her.  ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi 14’ Promo: Jackie Shroff Cheers for Daughter Krishna Shroff As She Gears Up for Rohit Shetty’s Stunt-Based Show, Says ‘Terko Manta Hu Bhidu’ (Watch Video).

Bengal Connection

When Rhea Chakraborty was embroiled in the Sushant Singh Rajput case in 2020, her Bengal connection came to the fore. It seems her ancestors from her paternal side belonged to Tunturi, which is close to Purulia. They were dewans. Her grandfather, however, had left the town for Dhanbad decades ago. Locals spoke about how a young Rhea had visited the town for Durga Puja when she was a toddler. Sadly, Rhea Chakraborty was targeted with all the common prejudices Bengali women are associated within society.

Early Start

Rhea Chakraborty was keen to enter the world of entertainment from a young age. She took part in the TVS Scooty Miss Teen Diva, which she won. It was followed by a stint on MTV as a VJ. Later, she was signed on by Yash Raj Films and played Jasleen in Mere Dad Ki Maruti.

Rhea Chakraborty’s Bengali Roots

 

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Relationship History With Aditya Roy Kapur

It seems Aditya Roy Kapur was in a very serious relationship with her from 2012 to 2014. Both of them worked as VJs and were spotted together at many events. The break-up was said to be a messy one. Rhea Chakraborty always tried to keep her personal life away from the media.

Auditioned for 'Band Baaja Baaraat'

In 2013, she confirmed that she auditioned for the lead part in Band Baaja Baaraat. But she was not selected. It seems the rejection upset her a lot. Rhea said maybe she did not make the cut as she was just 17.

A Proud Army Daughter

 

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Proud Army Daughter

Rhea Chakraborty comes from an Army background. Her father quit his job as an Lt Col in the forces to help his daughter in her acting career. When asked about her brave outlook throughout 2020, Rhea Chakraborty said it came from being the daughter of a Fauji.

 

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