Mahek Chahal
Mahek Chahal (born 1 February 1979)[1] is a Norwegian actress and model who works in Hindi films and television. She began her acting career in 2002 with Telugu film Neetho and later made her Hindi debut with Nayee Padosan in 2003. She was also seen in several songs appearances for Hindi, Telugu, Punjabi and Tamil films. In 2011, Chahal participated in Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss 5 and emerged as the runner-up.
Mahek Chahal | |
|---|---|
 Chahal in 2018 | |
| Born | Raspreet Kaur Chahal 1 February 1979 |
| Nationality | Norwegian |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2002—present |
| Known for | Kavach (Season 1) Bigg Boss 5 Naagin 6 |
In 2021, she participated in stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 11. Chahal is best known for portraying the role of Naagin Mahek in Colors TV's supernatural franchise Naagin 6.[2][3]
Career
Early work (2002–2011)
She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film Neetho playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy Nayee Padosan playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film Chameli (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie Dil Apna Punjabi playing Lisa Kaur.
In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films Wanted playing Shaina and Main Aurr Mrs Khanna playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.[4] Chahal made her television debut with C.I.D. in 2009.
Bigg Boss and more (2011–2018)
In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year.
She then did an item number in the comedy film Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011). She also starred in Karar: The Deal (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She was again appeared in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss Halla Bol in 2015 where she came as a Challenger she stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.[5]
Chahal was also seen as contestant in Power couple along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu and later appeared as guest in comedy show Comedy Nights Bachao.
In 2016, she was seen portraying Manjulika an antagonist in Colors TV's supernatural thriller Kavach.[6] In 2018 she was appererad in Hindi film Nirdosh.[7] It was reported that she would appear as the dancer in Ek Thi Rani Ek Tha Raavan,[8] but Sara Khan was cast for the cameo appearance.[9]
Television comeback 2021–present
She was seen as contestant in stunt-based reality show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 which is film in Cape Town, South Africa where she finished at 11th place.[10]
Recently, she was seen portraying Shesh Naagin Mahek Gujral the antagonist in Ekta Kapoor's popular supernatural thriller franchise Naagin 6 on Colors TV. Naagin 6 turned out to be the longest running season of the popular franchise. For portraying Mahek Gujral in Naagin 6, Chahal earned widespread acclaim and recognition. Her fierce looks and dialogue delivery made her character very popular among the audiences. For which she received numerous accolades including Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role Popular.[11]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Neetho | Shalini | Telugu | |
| 2003 | Nayee Padosan | Pooja Iyengar | Hindi | |
| 2005 | Anjaan | Meneka | ||
| 2006 | Dil Apna Punjabi | Lisa Kaur | Punjabi | |
| 2009 | Wanted | Shaina | Hindi | |
| Main Aurr Mrs Khanna | Tia Roberts | |||
| Marega Salaa | Pooja | |||
| 2010 | Mumbai Cutting | Nisha | ||
| 2014 | Karar: The Deal | Nikita | ||
| 2018 | Nirdosh | Adaa |
As dancer
| Year | Title | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Chameli | Hindi | Song: "Sajna Ve Sajna" |
| 2007 | Chhodon Naa Yaar | Song: "Talwar Re" | |
| 2009 | Jai Veeru | Song: "Agre Ka Ghagra" | |
| 2010 | Kedi | Telugu | Song: "Mu Mu Mudhante" |
| 2011 | Yamla Pagla Deewana | Hindi | Song: "Chamki Mast Jawaani" |
| 2012 | Bikram Singha: The Lion Is Back | Bengali | Song: "Na Champa Na Chameli" |
| 2013 | Jatt Airways | Punjabi | Song: "Ok Report" |
| 2015 | Mr. Airavata | Kannada | Song: "Ka Thalkattu" |
| 2016 | Gethu | Tamil | Song: "Mutta Bajji" |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | Bigg Boss 5 | Contestant | 1st runner-up |
| 2015 | Bigg Boss Halla Bol | 8th place | |
| 2015–2016 | Power Couple | 6th place | |
| 2016 | Darr Sabko Lagta Hai | Sukanya | |
| Kavach | Manjulika Shah | Main role | |
| 2021 | Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 | Contestant | 11th place |
| 2022–2023 | Naagin 6 | Mahek /Heena Khanna | Main role |
Special appearances
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | C.I.D. | Herself | Guest |
| 2012 | Comedy Circus | ||
| 2015 | Killerr Karaoke Atka Toh Latkah | ||
| 2016 | Comedy Nights Bachao | ||
| 2023 | Bekaboo | Mahek |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Show | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | ITA Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role | Naagin 6 | Nominated |
| 2023 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actress in a Negative Role | Won |
See also
References
- Jha, Sumit (3 February 2012). "Mahek Chahal gets birthday surprise". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
- "Mahek Chahal in Comedy Circus finale". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 February 2022.
- "Bigg Boss Halla Bol: Mahek Chahal eliminated in mid-week eviction". India Today. 22 January 2015. Retrieved 12 February 2022.
- "Exclusive - Mahek Chahal: When I was new in the industry I felt I should only do glamorous roles or item songs, but with time I've matured". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
- "Excited for my second stint on 'Bigg Boss 8': Mahek Chahal". theindianexpress. 4 January 2015. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
- "Sara Khan to replace Mahek Chahal as Manjaulika in Kavach!". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
- "Exclusive! Ashmit Patel on his sizzling chemistry with Mahek Chahal in Nirdosh". freepressjournal.in. Retrieved 30 May 2019.
- "Former Bigg Boss contestants Mahek Chahal to feature in show on stalking". India Today.
- "महक चहलच्या जागी सारा खानची वर्णी". Lokmat (in Marathi). 4 January 2019.
- "Khatron Ke Khiladi 11: Mahek Chahal becomes 3rd eliminated contestant on the Rohit Shetty show". Bollywood Hungama. 16 August 2021. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- "'I am playing Indian Wonder Woman': Maheck Chahal on her role in Naagin 6". Hindustan Times. 8 February 2022. Retrieved 8 February 2022.
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