Jiah Khan

Indian actress in Bollywood films

Jiah Khan - Indian actress in Bollywood films
Born

February 20th, 1988
37 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 25 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

India

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Born in 1988, this actress gained recognition in the Hindi film industry with her debut in 'Nishabd' alongside Amitabh Bachchan. She also appeared in 'Ghajini' and 'Housefull', showcasing talent in both drama and comedy roles. Her career was marked by roles that often highlighted the complexities of contemporary romance. Despite a promising start, her life was cut short in 2013. The actress's contributions to Indian cinema, although brief, left a lasting impression on her fans.

Starred in 'Nishabd' with Amitabh Bachchan

Featured in 'Ghajini' alongside Aamir Khan

Appeared in 'Housefull' with Akshay Kumar

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