Monaz Mevawalla is an Indian actress and dancer, who predominantly works in Hindi films and TV series. In 2023, she replaced Jennifer Mistry to play the role of Mrs. Roshan Singh Sodhi in the SAB TV show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.’ She made her debut as an actor at the age of 15 with the TV show ‘Kittie Party’, which aired on Zee TV. Her television credits also include roles in various shows such as ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Yes Boss’, ‘Risshton Ki Dor’, ‘Jabb Love Hua’ , ‘Anhoniyon Ka Andhera’, and ‘Maan Na Maan Main Tera Mehmaan’. Apart from Hindi television, she has appeared in Gujarati shows, notably featuring in the comedy series ‘The Baka Bakudi Comedy Show’ on ShemarooMe. In 2023, she was selected to play the role of Mrs Roshan Singh Sodhi in the Hindi sitcom ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.’ The role was earlier played by Jennifer Mistry.
Personal Life
Monaz Mevawalla was born on the 26th of December 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
| Birth Name | Monaz Mevawalla |
| Nickname | Monaz |
| Date of Birth | 26th of December 1985 |
| Place of Birth | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 38 years old |
| Sun Sign | Capricorn |
| Profession | Actress, Dancer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethnicity | Parsi |
| Religion | Zoroastrian |
Education
Mevawalla did her schooling from Gujarat Law Society University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat and B. A. at Jai Hind College, Mumbai.
Family Details
- Father – Firdaus Mevawalla (Actor)
- Mother – Asha Firdaus Mevawalla (Worked at Central Bank of India)
- Siblings – Rajeshwar (Younger Brother) (Actor)
Marital Status
Single
Boyfriend / Spouse
Monaz Mevawalla has dated –
Mevawalla has largely opted to keep her personal life away from the public spotlight, which makes it difficult for us to say anything about her love life and dating history.
Physical Statistics
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| Body Build | Slim |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Shoe Size | 7 (US) |
| Dress Size | 5 (US) |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Mevawalla became known as a Hindi television actress who starred on Sony TV in the drama series Meet Mila De Rabba. She portrayed Dolly, Geet’s younger sister (played by Surilie Gautam). In 2012, Her standout performance as Jharna Raichand in Sahara One’s ‘Jhilmil Sitaaron Ka Aangan Hoga’ earned her considerable acclaim. Over the years, she made episodic appearances in shows like ‘Saavdhan India’ and ‘FIR.’ In 2023, she joined the cast of ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ as Mrs. Roshan Singh Sodhi, replacing Jennifer Mistry.
Film Debut
In 2019, Monaz had her first film onscreen role in the Gujarati movie Hun Mari Wife Ne Ano Husband.
Television Debut
In 2004, Mevawalla landed her first role in television in the series, Kittie Party.
Controversy
In 2014, she was abused by an autorickshaw driver when she was on her way to the shoot of the TV serial ‘Savdhaan India’. Monaz got controversial after an auto rickshaw driver assaulted her on her way to the set of Savdhaan India. She reported that she came to a halt at a traffic signal on her way to the Filmcity filming. While waiting, she saw the driver glancing at him. She ignored him, but the motorist would not stop and began to pursue her. When she speeds up, the motorist hits her car and begins throwing when she is forced to stop. She secured her car and photographed and videotaped the motorist. Her automobile was destroyed, but she was bold enough to confront the perpetrator. She filed a complaint against him, and he was arrested.
Brand Endorsements
She has also been featured in television commercials for several brands including Zomato, Domino’s Pizza, Yippie Noodles, and Coca-Cola.
Monaz Mevawalla Net worth
Monaz Mevawalla has an estimated net worth of $350K dollars as of 2024.
Social Media Profiles
- Instagram – monazmevawallaofficial
Some Lesser Known Facts About Monaz Mevawalla
- Mevawalla’s career spans across television, film, Gujarati shows, and theatre. She started her acting journey with appearances in TV shows like ‘Kittie Party’ on Zee TV and ‘The Great Indian Comedy Show’ on Star One.
- In 2007, she portrayed Bipasha Mitra in Zee TV’s ‘Ardhangini – Ek Khoobsurat Jeevan Saathi’ and later took on the lead role in Sony Entertainment Television’s ‘Meet Mila De Rabba’.
- She played the negative role of Jharna Raichand in the TV series ‘Jhilmil Sitaaron Ka Aangan Hoga’ and received huge praise for her performance. The TV series was broadcast on the channel Sahara One.
- Monaz Mevawalla has acted in a few episodes of the television series ‘Saavdhan India’ on Life OK and ‘FIR’ on SAB TV. By 2011, Monaz appeared on Big Magic’s chat show ‘Lo Kallo Baat’ hosted by Aman Verma.
- After making her debut in the Gujarati film industry with the film ‘Hun Mari Wife Ne Ano Husband’, she has acted in the film ‘Jaysuk Zdpayo. She essayed the role of Sweety in the film.
- In 2023, she was selected to play the role of Mrs Roshan Singh Sodhi in the Hindi sitcom ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.’ The role was earlier played by Jennifer Mistry.
- Besides being an actress, she is also a trained dancer, proficient in several dance forms such as contemporary jazz, street jazz, hip hop, Bollywood, salsa, and jive.
