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Vidya Malvade Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 16, 2026 • 2 min read

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Quick Info

Date of birth2 March 1973

Age52 Years

BirthplaceMumbai

ProfessionAir Hostess and Actor

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseSanjay Dayma

FamilyNiece of late Smita Patil; two sisters (one is Darshana Maitra)

Vidya Malvade Biography

Vidya Malvade is an Indian actress and former air hostess best known for playing the captain of the Indian women's hockey team in Chak De India (2007). A M

Early life and background

Vidya Malvade was born on 2 March 1973 in Mumbai, where she grew up and continues to be associated as her hometown. She completed a graduation in law before moving into careers that would bring her public recognition. Vidya has brown eyes and brown hair and stands about 165 cm (5'5") tall.

Career

Before establishing herself in films and television, Vidya worked as an air hostess for about a year with Lufthansa Airlines. She also worked as a model in television commercials early in her career.

Vidya made her feature-film debut in Inteha (2003). Her breakthrough role came in the widely seen sports drama Chak De India (2007), in which she portrayed the captain of the Indian women’s national hockey team. Following that, she appeared in a number of Hindi films, including Kidnap (2008), No Problem (2010), 1920: Evil Returns (2012), and Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! (2013).

On television, Vidya’s credits include appearances in serials and reality formats. She featured on Mirchi Top 20 (2005) and has acted in shows such as Family No. 1 and The Family. She also participated in the stunt-based series Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2008. In 2020 she appeared in the ZEE5 original series Kaali 2.

Personal life and family

Vidya has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Captain Arvind Singh Bagga, a pilot associated with Alliance Air; that marriage lasted from 1997 until 2000. Her second marriage is to Sanjay Dayma, a screenplay writer; they married in 2009. She has two sisters, one of whom is Darshana Maitra. Vidya is the niece of the late actress Smita Patil.

Interests and other pursuits

Outside acting, Vidya is a yoga practitioner and is also described as a yoga instructor. Her hobbies include yoga, swimming, gym workouts, and cooking. She is an animal lover and has a pet dog.

Public profile

Vidya is known by nicknames including Shaz and Min. Her zodiac sign is Pisces and she holds Indian nationality. Over the years she has been visible across films, television serials, web series, commercials and reality television, building a profile as a versatile performer and fitness-oriented public figure.

Latest updates

Recent credits listed include her role in the 2020 ZEE5 original Kaali 2 and ongoing recognition for her role in Chak De India. She remains active in public life as an actor and yoga instructor.

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Recent Work

Kaali 2

ZEE5 original series (appeared in 2020).

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Career Highlights

  1. Film debut in Inteha (2003).
  2. Portrayed the captain of the Indian women’s hockey team in Chak De India (2007).
  3. Appeared in films including Kidnap (2008), No Problem (2010), 1920: Evil Returns (2012), and Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! (2013).
  4. Television appearances include Mirchi Top 20 (2005), Family No. 1, Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi (2008), and The Family.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vidya Malvade born?

Vidya Malvade was born on 2 March 1973.

What is Vidya Malvade known for?

Vidya Malvade is known for air Hostess and Actor.

What is Vidya Malvade’s marital status?

Vidya Malvade's marital status is listed as Married.

Who is Vidya Malvade married to?

Vidya Malvade is publicly listed as married to Sanjay Dayma.