Malvika Raaj, known for her role in the iconic film ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,’ celebrates her birthday, and we delve into her family’s contributions to Bollywood. The film, released in 2001, was a major success, featuring stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Hrithik Roshan, and Kareena Kapoor. Malvika played the younger Kareena and gained recognition for her performance. She comes from a family with a strong connection to the film industry.
Born in Mumbai on September 18, 1990, Malvika Raaj’s father is film producer Bobby Raj, and her grandfather is the renowned actor Jagdish Raj. Jagdish Raj was known for his roles as a police inspector in many films during the 70s and 80s. Anita Raj, Jagdish Raj’s daughter, also made a name for herself, starring as a lead actress in numerous successful films in the 80s and 90s and remains active on television.
Having grown up in a film-oriented environment, Malvika always aspired to be an actress. Her role in ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ marked a significant point in her career as a child artist. Over the years, Malvika has undergone a notable transformation, and her glamorous persona is evident on her social media.
Besides ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,’ Malvika Raaj has been a part of films like ‘Captain Nawab,’ ‘Shikaar,’ and ‘Swipe Crime.’ She married Pranav Bagga in Goa in 2023. She gave birth to a daughter in 2025 and is currently enjoying a joyful married life.
Jagdish Raj started his Bollywood journey with the film ‘Seema’ (1955). He first portrayed a police officer in ‘CID’ (1956), a role he often reprised in subsequent films. His filmography includes successful movies like ‘Kaala Patthar,’ ‘Ek Hi Bhool,’ ‘Roti,’ ‘Bobby,’ ‘The Great Gambler,’ ‘Mehboob Ki Mehndi,’ ‘Ilzaam,’ ‘Naseeb,’ and ‘Pyar Ka Bandhan.’
Anita Raj, who is 62 years old, made her debut in Bollywood with the film ‘Prem Geet’ in 1981. She has since appeared in movies like ‘Sherdil,’ ‘Clerk,’ ‘Hum Se Na Takrana,’ ‘Billoo Badshah,’ ‘Zara Si Zindagi,’ ‘Zameen Aasmaan,’ ‘Naukar Biwi Ka,’ and ‘Mazloom.’ Anita Raj also starred in TV serials like ‘Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani,’ ‘Tumhari Paakhi,’ and ‘Aashiqui’ and is currently featured in the series ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.’
