Tanya Abrol Biography: Age, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Net Worth, Siblings, Husband, TV Series

Tanya Abrol is an Indian actress celebrated for her dynamic performances in both Bollywood films and television, most notably Balbir Kaur in the 2007 sports drama Chak De! India, where she portrayed a spirited member of the Indian women’s national hockey team alongside Shah Rukh Khan.

Hailing from Punjab, she transitioned from an athletic background to acting, earning a Screen Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her debut.

Profile

• Full Name: Tanya Abrol
• Stage Name: Tanya Abrol
• Born: 8, January 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: Abohar, Punjab, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actress and Television Host
• Height: 1.6m
• Parents: Ramakrishnan Abrol, Sarita Abrol
• Siblings: Parul Abrol and Nitin Abrol
• Spouse: Aashish Verma (m. 2023)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1 million

Early Life and Education

Tanya Abrol was born on January 8, 1986, in Abohar, Punjab, India, to Ramakrishna Abrol and Sarita Abrol. Her maternal grandfather, Dharamveer Tuli, was an army officer. Raised in a Hindu family alongside her two brothers, Parul and Nitin, she excelled in sports during her school years, competing in basketball, judo, shot put, disc throw, and softball at the state and national levels.

She completed her schooling at LRS DAV Senior Secondary Model School in Abohar. She graduated in 2008 with a degree in Economics and Political Science from MCM DAV College for Women, Chandigarh, securing admission through a sports quota. Her athletic background and Punjabi heritage shaped her vibrant personality, which later translated into her on-screen roles.

Career

Tanya Abrol began her acting career unexpectedly in 2007 with Chak De! India, landing the role of Balbir Kaur after auditioning on a whim to escape her strict college hostel.

Her portrayal of the feisty Punjabi hockey player earned her critical acclaim and a shared Screen Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, marking her as an “accidental actor.”

Her debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan opened doors to television, where she hosted Star Sabse Favourite Kon and secured a role as Paramjeet Kaur in Palampur Express (2009) after impressing the show’s makers.

Abrol’s television career flourished with roles in popular serials, including Pam in Best of Luck Nikki (2011–2016) on Disney Channel India and Inspector Jaywanti Shinde in C.I.D. (2014–2016), where she performed stunts and brought a lively Maharashtrian-Haryanvi character to the screen.

She also played Santosh in Yeh Hai Aashiqui (2014), a Punjabi girl in a cross-cultural romance. Her film roles expanded with Miley Naa Miley Hum (2011) as Avneet, Punjabi films like Love Yoou Soniye (2013) and Aatishbaazi Ishq (2016), and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021) as Preet Munjal.

In 2020, she appeared as PSI Peetal Devi in the horror thriller Durgamati: The Myth. Her participation in the Box Cricket League in 2018 with the Lucknow Nawabs, where she won Girl of the Match, highlighted her athletic roots.

Abrol remains active in the industry, with recent roles including Lali in Badall Pe Paon Hai (2024), where she plays an ambitious house help shaking up the Arora household. Her theater work, including the 2010 production “Get Rid of My Wife,” and appearances in shows like “Kuch Toh Log Kahenge” and “Mauka-E-Vardaat” reflect her versatility.

Her ability to balance mainstream television, regional cinema, and theater, combined with her grounded approach to acting, has made her a respected figure in Indian entertainment, with fans appreciating her authentic portrayals of strong, relatable characters.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tanyaabrol
• Facebook Handle: Tanya Abrol
• Twitter Handle: @tanyaabrol

Personal Life

Tanya Abrol married her longtime boyfriend, Aashish Verma, on February 9, 2023, in a private ceremony attended by close friends, including actors Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla.

The couple met at a party through mutual friends and dated for two years before getting married, with Aashish confessing his feelings after Tanya mentioned another suitor.

They have no children. Tanya, a self-described tomboy and former bully, remains passionate about sports and considers herself a foodie, often sharing her love for Punjabi culture.

Filmography

•    Chak De! India (2007) – Balbir Kaur
•    Miley Naa Miley Hum (2011) – Avneet
•    Love You Soniye (2013) – Supporting Role
•    Aatishbaazi Ishq (2016) – Supporting Role
•    Durgamati: The Myth (2020) – PSI Peetal Devi
•    Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021) – Preet Munjal
•    Palampur Express (2009) – Paramjeet Kaur
•    Kuch Toh Log Kahenge (2011) – Supporting Role
•    Oye Bunty Babloo Oye (2011) – Pammo
•    Best of Luck Nikki (2011–2016) – Pam
•    Yeh Hai Aashiqui (2014) – Santosh
•    C.I.D. (2014–2016) – Inspector Jaywanti Shinde
•    Savdhaan India (2012) – Supporting Role
•    Mauka-E-Vardaat (2021) – Supporting Role
•    Badall Pe Paon Hai (2024) – Lali

Net Worth

Tanya Abrol’s estimated net worth is between $500,000 and USD 1 million. Her income primarily comes from her acting roles in Bollywood films, such as Chak De! India and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, as well as television serials such as C.I.D. and Best of Luck Nikki.