Tuesday Trivia: Mallika Sherawat's real name to starring in a Bruno Mars video, 8 lesser known facts about the actress

Mallika Sherawat was at one point the most talked about actress. Here are some intriguing facts about the actress

Let's take a stroll through the life of Mallika Sherawat. Known for her sultry on-screen presence and bold roles in Indian cinema, Mallika's real-life story has its own set of surprises and remarkable moments that you probably didn't know about. So, grab your chai or coffee, get comfy, and let's delve into the world of lesser-known facts about Mallika Sherawat!

Real Name Revelation

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Did you know that Mallika Sherawat's real name is Reema Lamba? She decided to change her name before entering the film industry, explaining, "I changed the name because the name Mallika is very nice to hear, while Sherawat is my mother's name. My mother always supported me, so I added her name."

Education

Mallika's thirst for knowledge led her to graduate with a Philosophy degree from Delhi University's prestigious college, Miranda House, long before her Bollywood journey began.

Air Hostess Days

Mallika Sherawat had a previous career as an air hostess. That's right, she soared the skies before gracing the silver screen in Hindi movies.

Casting Couch Woes

Mallika talked about being fired from various films due to her inability to 'compromise'. She said in an interview, "Many people made many types of allegations against me. Many kinds of assumptions were made about me. If you wear short skirts on screen and kiss, then you are a fallen girl, men want to take advantage of you and this has happened to me too. I was fired from a film just because I refused to sleep with the hero. This is the only problem women in our country are facing but I can't compromise."

Brief Marriage

Mallika's marriage to Karan Singh Gill was short-lived, lasting only a year.

Starring in Bruno Mars' Video

You might be surprised to learn that the Bollywood sensation appeared in a parody video alongside global star Bruno Mars. The video was a fun take on Salt "N" Pepa's hit, "Whatta Man."

Honorary Citizenship in Los Angeles

Mallika Sherawat's philanthropic endeavors earned her an honorary citizenship in Los Angeles, a recognition for her charity work.

Global Stardom

Mallika ventured beyond India and shared the screen with the legendary Jackie Chan in the film "The Myth." 

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