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Kiara Advani

Kiara Advani is an Indian actress who works primarily in Hindi films, and she has also appeared in Telugu cinema.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kiara Advani is an Indian actress who works primarily in Hindi films, and she has also appeared in Telugu cinema. Born Alia Advani, she is known for films such as *M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story*, *Kabir Singh*, *Shershaah*, and *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*. Her screen name, Kiara, was adopted to distinguish her from Alia Bhatt.

Early life and name

Kiara Advani was born as Alia Advani on 31 July 1991 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She chose the screen name Kiara to avoid confusion with actor Alia Bhatt.

Career

She made her film debut in *Fugly* (2014) and gained wider recognition with *M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story* (2016). Later successes included *Kabir Singh*, *Shershaah*, and *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*.

Personal life

Advani married actor Sidharth Malhotra in 2023. Public biographical sources identify him as her spouse.

Recognition

She is described in major biographical sources as one of the higher-paid actresses in India and has won several awards, including an IIFA Award and two Zee Cine Awards.

Key facts

  • Kiara Advani is an Indian actress primarily working in Hindi films, with appearances in Telugu cinema.
  • She was born Alia Advani on 31 July 1991 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
  • Notable films include *Fugly*, *M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story*, *Kabir Singh*, *Shershaah*, and *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*.
  • She married actor Sidharth Malhotra in 2023.
  • She has received an IIFA Award and two Zee Cine Awards.
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Canadian context

She has relevance for Canadian readers through the global popularity of Indian cinema and diaspora audiences in Canada, where Hindi-language films and stars such as Kiara Advani have a substantial following.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kiara Advani?
Kiara Advani is an Indian actress, born Alia Advani, who mainly appears in Hindi films and has also acted in Telugu films.
How old is Kiara Advani?
She was born on 31 July 1991, which makes her 34 years old as of 23 July 2026.
Who is Kiara Advani’s husband?
Her husband is actor Sidharth Malhotra; they married in 2023.
What are Kiara Advani movies?
Notable films include *Fugly*, *M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story*, *Kabir Singh*, *Shershaah*, *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*, *Jugjugg Jeeyo*, *Satyaprem Ki Katha*, and *War 2*.
What is Kiara Advani net worth?
Reliable public estimates vary, and exact net worth is not officially confirmed. One entertainment source estimated it at about ₹40 crore in 2025.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiara_Advani
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, occupation, spouse, and selected filmography.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Kiara-Advani
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career overview, screen name note, marriage, and selected films.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6442009/bio/
    Supports: Biography, debut film, spouse, and selected film credits.
  4. StarsUnfolded — https://starsunfolded.com/kiara-advani/
    Supports: Publicly reported net worth estimate and biographical details; less authoritative than Britannica for core facts.