Mimi Chakraborty is an Indian actress, model, singer, and a member of parliament. She is a member of the India Trinamool Congress (AITMC) party. She is primarily known for her work in the Bengali entertainment industry. Some of her well-known works include Gaaner Oparey (2010), Bapi Bari Jaa (2012), Bojhena Shey Bojhena (2012), and Dracula Sir (2020).
Wiki/Biography
Mimi Chakraborty was born on Saturday, 11 February 1989 (age 34 years; as of 2023) in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius.
A childhood picture of Mimi Chakraborty
In her childhood, she lived in Deomali, Arunachal Pradesh, but later shifted to her ancestral home in Jalpaiguri. She did her schooling at Holy Child School, Jalpaiguri, and went to St. James School, Binnaguri. After completing her schooling she enrolled in Asutosh College, Kolkata, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English (Honours) degree in 2011. ((The Times of India))
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
Weight (approx.): 55 kg
Hair Colour: Light Brown
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 29-27-30
Family
Parents
Her father’s name is Somesh Chakraborty, and her mother’s name is Tapashi Chakraborty. They live in Siliguri.
Mimi Chakraborty with her parents
Relationships/Affairs
Raj Chakraborty
Mimi Chakraborty was dating Raj Chakraborty after they worked together in the film Bojhena Shey Bojhena (2012). Raj Chakraborty is an Indian filmmaker who predominantly works in the Bengali entertainment industry. According to sources, they kept quiet about their relationship; however, Tollywood was aware of their relationship. There were rumours that Mimi Chakraborty was dating Turkish Line producer Melih Gulhan Kizilkaya during the filming of Gangster (2016) which eventually led to a misunderstanding between Raj and Mimi and they had to part ways.
Mimi Chakraborty with Raj Chakraborty
Melih Gulhan Kizilkaya
Melih Gulhan Kizilkaya is a famous line producer in Turkey. He was rumoured to be dating Mimi Chakraborty during the filming of Gangster (2016).
Mimi Chakraborty with Melih Gulhan Kizilkaya
Religion
Mimi Chakraborty follows Hinduism. Every year she celebrates Laxmi puja at her house with her family.
Mimi Chakraborty celebrating Laxmi Puja at her house
Lord Jagannath and Lord Shiva are my friends, rather than gods. They are on my mind whenever I have time. But yes, every day, before going to sleep, I talk to both of them. But then again, I don’t believe in fasting for any puja and don’t visit temples before my film’s release. I find the latter act very selfish. According to me, god knows what we want and does what’s best for us,” ((The Times of India))
Address
She resides at Sarosi Apartment, Tower-II, Flat No. 10B, 197-A, B.B. Chatterjee Road, Kolkata-700042, West Bengal.
Signature/Autograph
A signature of Mimi Chakraborty
Career
Fashion
Mimi Chakraborty participated in fashion shows during her college days. She was one of the participants in Femina Miss India. In 2014, Mimi Chakraborty was the brand ambassador for Fame Fashion and Creative Excellence (FFACE). She revealed the first edition of the FFACE Calendar at Tantra, The Park Hotel Kolkata. She was a part of the FFACE conceptual greeting card as Durga promoting women’s empowerment. Mimi Chakraborty is associated with brands such as Lifestyle, Tanishq, and Joy Personal Care as a brand ambassador.
Mimi Chakraborty advertising for the brand ‘Lifestyle’
Television
She started her acting career with the TV serial Champion (2009) on Aakash Aath. She played the character of “Diya” on the show.
Mimi Chakraborty in the TV serial ‘Champion’
Her second TV serial was Gaaner Oparey, which was aired from 28 June 2010 to 16 April 2011 on Star Jalsha. This serial was produced by Ideas, Creations and Productions Pvt. Ltd owned by Prosenjit Chatterjee. Mimi Chakraborty’s character “Pupe” got recognition for her performance from the audience.
Mimi Chakraborty on the poster of ‘Gaaner Oparey’
She has appeared as a celebrity contestant in the Zee Bangla TV reality show Didi No.1 2013, 2019, and 2022 on Zee Bangla. She was cast as “Devi Mahamaya” and “Devi Mahisasurmardini” on Star Jalsha for the Mahalaya show Durga Durgatinashini (2020).
Film
Bengali Films
Mimi Chakraborty made her big screen debut with the film Bapi Bari Jaa (2012). She played the character of “Dola” in the film. This film was jointly produced by Prosenjit Chatterjee’s production house and Shree Venkatesh Films.
Mimi Chakraborty on the poster of ‘Bapi Bari Jaa’
Some of her successful films are Bojhena Shey Bojhena (2012), Proloy (2013), Khaad (2014), Posto (2017), Dhananjay (2017), Dracula Sir (2020), and Raktabeej (2023).
Mimi Chakraborty on the poster of ‘Raktabeej’
Hindi Film
She made her debut in the Hindi film industry with the film Shastry Viruddh Shastry (2023), which was a remake of her film Posto (2017).
Politics
Mimi Chakraborty joined the All India Trinamool Congress Party in 2019 and contested from the Jadavpur Loksabha Constituency in the 2019 Indian general elections. She won the elections by 2,95,239 votes.
Mimi Chakraborty during her election campaign in Jadavpur (2019)
Music Videos
Mimi Chakraborty has created music videos for her YouTube channel Mimi Chakraborty Creations. The song Anjana (2019) was her first single song. Some of her music videos are known as Pal (2019), Pari Hun Main (2020), Tor Bhul Bhangabo Ki Kore Bol (2021), and Amar Hiyar Majhe (2023).
Controversies
Mimi Chakraborty trolled for shaking hands while wearing gloves
In 2019, Mimi Chakraborty was trolled for a viral picture on social media. In the picture, she was seen sitting in the front seat of her car and shaking hands with people wearing beige colour gloves through the car window. This picture was taken during one of her election campaigns for Lok Sabha as a Trinamool Congress Candidate standing for Jadavpur, Kolkata. Some people claimed that it was an insult to the voters. Mimi Chakraborty’s social media team later clarified the issue by commenting that she had worn the gloves to protect her hands from the nail scratches and sunburns that she suffered during her previous election campaigns. ((The Times of India))
Trolled for wearing hijab
In 2019, Mimi Chakraborty got trolled for posting a picture during Ramadan on her social media page. She was seen wearing a hijab and wishing everyone ‘Happy Ramadan.’ This picture was criticised by many people as many found it a political gesture to get the Muslim voters on the other hand some found it genuine and supported her. ((The Times of India))
Tattoo
- She got a tattoo of “Lord Nataraj” inked on her right forearm.
A tattoo of Lord Nataraj inked on her right forearm
- She got a tattoo inked on the left side of her belly.
A tattoo on the left side of Mimi’s belly
Awards
2011
- Tele Samman Award – Telekonya for Gaaner Oparey
2013
- Big Bangla Rising Star Awards – Rising Star (Female) for Bapi Bari Jaa
- 71st Annual BFJA Awards – Best Promising Actress for Bapi Bari Jaa
2016
- Tele Cine Award – Best Jodi for (Mimi & Soham) for Katmundu
Mimi Chakraborty receiving Tele Cine Award
2017
- Star Jalsha Parivaar Award – Best Jodi ( Mimi & Ankush) for Ki Kore Toke Bolbo
Mimi Chakraborty holding the Star Jalsha Parivaar Award
- Rituparno Ghosh Memorial Award (IBFA) – Andhakarer Tara
Mimi Chakraborty holding the IBFA Award
2021
- Tumi Ananya Award
Mimi Chakraborty holding the Tumi Ananya Award
2023
- Pride of Bengal Award
Mimi Chakraborty holding the Pride of Bengal Award
Car Collection
- Renault Duster Diesel RxL
- Audi A3 TDI Limousine
Income/Salary
Mimi Chakraborty’s income in the financial year 2017-2018 was Rs. 15,39,717. ((MyNeta – Mimi Chakraborty)) In 2022, as an MP, her salary was Rs. 2 lacs. ((Zee News))
Assets & Properties
Movable Assets
- Cash: Rs. 25,000
- Deposit in Banks, Financial Institutions, and Non-Banking Financial Companies: Rs. 71,90,130
- Bonds, Debentures, and Shares in companies: Rs. 50,694
- NSS, Postal Savings: Rs. 96,000
- Motor Vehicles: Rs. 42,23,273
- Jewellery: Rs. 8,85,013
Immovable Assets
- Residential Buildings: Rs. 1,19,28,675
Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2019. ((MyNeta – Mimi Chakraborty))
Net Worth
Mimi Chakraborty’s net worth for the year 2019 was estimated to be Rs. 2,43,98,785. ((My Neta – Mimi Chakraborty))
Favourites
- Food: Sondesh, Pizza, Pastries
- Actor: Shah Rukh Khan
- Actress: Rani Mukerji
- App: Instagram, YouTube, Calm
- Travel Destination: Goa, Manali, Dubai
Facts/Trivia
- Mimi Chakraborty used to stay in a shared apartment with 8 people as a paying guest before becoming an established actress in Hazra, Kolkata.
- Mimi Chakraborty likes to spend her birthday with kids in orphanages.
- She likes spending her free time reading books, listening to music, cooking and singing songs.
- Mimi Chakraborty likes travelling.
- She is an avid lover of dogs and owns a Labrador and a Siberian Husky.
Mimi Chakraborty with her dogs Chiku and Max
- Mimi Chakraborty was listed in the Times Most Desirable Women 2020.
- Mimi Chakraborty after getting elected as the MP of Bengal districts, posted a picture wearing Western dress in front of the parliament in 2019. People trolled her for not wearing a dress appropriate for the parliament. She was mocked for not taking her job seriously. ((The Times of India))
Mimi Chakraborty in front of Parliament
