Aruna Irani is 79 years old as of March 2026, born on August 18, 1946, in Bombay (now Mumbai), India.

Career Highlights

A Bollywood icon, Aruna debuted as a child artist at age 9 in Gunga Jumna (1961), going on to star in over 500 films across Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, and Gujarati cinema.

She shone in supporting roles, earning two Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress (Pet Pyaar Aur Paap in 1984 and Beta in 1992) plus a record 10 nominations.

Married to director Kuku Kohli since 1990, her brother Indra Kumar is also a filmmaker, blending family ties into her legendary journey.

Recent Buzz

At 79, Aruna stole the show dancing to "Kaliyon Ka Chaman" on Indian Idol , with a viral video from March 22, 2026, proving her timeless energy—fans raved, "Time changed, talent didn't!"

She's listed in upcoming films like Bollywood (May 2025 release), keeping her relevant in 2026.

Quick Facts

  • Height : 5'3" (161 cm), athletic build at 55 kg.
  • Family Roots : Gujarati ancestry, mix of Hindu and Parsi heritage.
  • Legacy : Lifetime Achievement at 57th Filmfare Awards (2012).

Bottom TL;DR : Aruna Irani turns 80 in August 2026—still dancing and acting strong after 65+ years in films.

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