Yamini Malhotra is a famous Indian actress, model, and social media influencer. Born on September 20, 1993, in New Delhi, she has since carved her space in the various entertainment industries of Punjab, Telugu, and Hindi, winning numerous hearts along the way with her performances and charisma. She is currently based in Mumbai, where she commands strong admiration not just for her acting but also for keeping a great connection with her audience through social media.

Early Life and Education

Yamini was brought up by a very supporting family, which she credits for all her achievements. Her mother is Veena Malhotra, and she has a brother named Jitesh. She was originally attracted toward the medical profession and began training for a degree in Dental Surgery (BDS). Thereafter she worked briefly in that sphere and later chose to pursue a diploma in Business Management, from which she had to withdraw for some personal reasons. Never one to lose out on the opportunity for further learning, she then completed her LLB (Bachelor in Legislative Law).

Career Path

Yamini kicked off her career as a model working for top brands like LG, Club Mahindra, and Haier. The true break in film came to her when she bagged a lead role in the Punjabi film “Main Teri Tu Mera” (2016), playing Kammo. In the same year, she also debuted in Telugu with Chuttalabbayi.

Thereafter, in 2020, she headed for Hindi television on the very much appreciated drama “Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin,” which gave her a lot of recognition. In the year 2024, joining the Bigg Boss Season 18 house as a wild card contestant was another feather in her cap as her name catapulted to new heights owing to her bold personality and strong opinions.

Awards And Recognition

Yamini has won numerous awards for her contribution to the entertainment arena, amongst which are the Matsya Ratna Award in 2024 and Enticer of the Year Award 2023, which is conferred upon her for her entertaining and popular presence on social media.

Controversies In the Spotlight

Yamini’s Bigg Boss 18 stay has been nothing short of controversial. She got into heated arguments after they compared her with Shehnaaz Gill, which she strongly opposed. She also called out fellow contestants for inappropriate comments and acts, which left the fanbase with divided opinions.

Net Worth and Social Media Influence

Yamini’s presumptive net worth as of the present is thought to be in the range of INR 4-5 crore. She also holds a profile on Instagram (@yamini.malhotra), Twitter (@MalhotraYamini), Facebook, and YouTube, the latter being a personal account with more than 76K subscribers.

Physical Appearance

Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
Weight: 60 kg
Figure: 36-30-36
Hair: Black with dark brown highlights
Eyes: Black

Fun Facts

Yamini is a trained dentist turned actress.
She prioritizes fitness and frequently shares her routines online.
She launched her YouTube channel in 2011.
Her bold presence in Bigg Boss made her one of the season’s most talked-about wildcards.