Mahek Chahal is one of the most experienced Indian-Norwegian actresses, who has established herself as a famous model and actress. She has been active in the Indian entertainment industry since 2002. From the top reality television shows to massive acting projects, Mahek’s career has a mix of several things.
Who is Mahek Chahal?
Mahek Chahal is a Norwegian actress, model and reality television contestant with Indian origins. She has over two decades of experience in the Indian entertainment industry.
Chahal has experience working in Hindi, Punjabi, Kannada, Tamil and Bengali, and Telugu industries.
| First Name | Mahek |
| Last Name | Chahal |
| Name Meaning | Aroma |
| Born | 1 February 1979 |
| Birth Place | Oslo, Norway |
| Nationality | Norwigian |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Relgion | Sikh |
Mahek Chahal Age
Mahek was born on 1 February 1979 in Oslo, Norway. Currently, Mahek Chahal’s age is 46 years.
Physical Stats
Mahek is a tall 5 feet and 8 inches actress. She is fit, carrying a body weight of around 58 kg. Mahek has undergone a lot of cosmetic surgeries, mostly on and around her face – botox, lip job, chin treatment and fillers.
| Height | 5 feet 8 inches |
| Weight | 58 kg |
| Body Measurements | 34–27–35 inches |
| Age | 46 |
| Feet Size | 8 (US) |
| Eye | Black |
| Hair | Black |
| Fitness | Gym, Yoga, Kick Boxing |
Parents and Siblings
Mahek Chahal is from a Punjabi-Sikh family. Her father, Baljinder Chahal, passed away years ago. She had a very close and cordial relationship with her father. Mahek’s mother is Simran Chahal.
Mahek is blessed to have two siblings. Vikramjit Chahal is her brother. He appeared first in the public eye when Mahek was in the Big Boss’ house. Karishma Chahal is Mahek’s elder sister.
| Father | Late Baljinder Chahal |
| Mother | Simran Chahal |
| Father | Vikramjit Chahal |
| Mother | Karishma Chahal |
Early Life
Mahek Chahal’s parents left India in the 1970s and moved to Norway. Hence, Mahek’s childhood was spent in Oslo, but around the Punjabi community. Before starting her acting career in India in the early 2000s, she lived in Norway with her family.
Education Background
Mahek Chahal completed her basic education to the secondary level in a Norwegian school in Oslo. He is fluent in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Norwegian. From her early days, she got dance training.
Mahek then moved to India and joined the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute in Mumbai.
Mahek Chahal Husband Name & Relationships
Mahek Chahal has had several relationships in her life. But the most well-known by the public came in 2017 when she got engaged to her long-term friend to Ashmit Patel, in Spain.
Ashmit and Mahek did not marry and got separated in 2020. She had been rumoured then to be in a relationship with Danish Khan. But nothing serious has come out of it. When it comes to 2025, Mahek is single and unmarried. So, there is nothing to talk about Mahek Chahal’s Husband name.
Television Career Timeline
- 2009: She made her television debut and did a guest appearance in the celebrated show CID.
- 2011-12: Mahek Chahal joined Big Boss season five. She finished the show as the first runner-up. However, Mahek got first evicted on Day 70 before coming back on Day 85. She then made it into the finale, but lost the title to actress Juhi Parmar.
- 2015: Mahek then came back on Big Boss as a contestant. In 2015’s Bigg Boss Halla Bol, she entered the show on the first day and stayed until 102 days (8th-placed finish).
- 2015-16: With Ashmit Patel, she joined the Power Couple show and finished in sixth spot.
- 2016: Mahek worked in Darr Sabko Lagta Hai as Sukanya and then played the main role in Manjulika Shah on Kavach.
- 2021: It was the year when she became a part of the famous Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 show. Palak was not able to shine and came in the 11th spot.
- 2022-23: Mahek became the poster girl of Naagin 6. It is the show that raised her fame to a higher level.
- 2023: She was seen working as a lead in the Bekaboo serial.
Film Career Timeline
- 2002: Mahek made her film and acting career debut. In a Telugu language film, she played the role of Shalini in Neetho.
- 2003: She then made her Bollywood debut with Nayee Padosan and played the character of Pooja Lyengar.
- 2005: Playing the role of Meneka, Mahek appeared in the movie Anjaan.
- 2006: Making her Punjabi movie debut, she was a part of the Dil Apna Punjabi movie.
- 2009: It was a golden year for her filmography career, where she worked in as Wanted, Main Aurr Mrs Khanna and Marega Salaa.
- 2010: Working as Nihsa, she was seen in the movie Mumbai Cutting.
- 2014: In Karar: The Deal, she opted for the role of Nikita.
- 2018: Her role as Adda in Nirdosh gave her great support from the reviewers.
As a dancer
Mahek is known as a skilled dancer who got her first dancing project in Chameli. She then remained active in doing music videos as an actress until 2016.
Social Media
Mahek has her biggest base on Instagram, having more than 342k followers. She likes to post her modelling, acting and other professional and non-professional activities.
Instagram: @maheckchahal
Net Worth
Mahek Chahal’s net worth is INR 32 cr. The biggest sum of her net worth has come from her acting career. She lives in her own 3BHK flat in Bandra, Mumbai. She owns a Mercedes E-Class.
Mahek has a passion for luxury bag collections. Some of her notable bags are as follows.
| Mehek’s Top Luxury Bags | Price |
|---|---|
| Louis Vuitton Speedy | INR 1,53,000 |
| Chanel 25 | INR 5,43,000 |
| Dior Toujours Medium | INR 4,00,000 |
| Gucci GG Supreme Belt Bag | INR 1,23,000 |
| Prada Cleo Leather Mini Bag | INR 1,40,000 |
| Versace Kleio Quilted Mini Bag | INR 1,61,000 |
| Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag | INR 1,47,000 |
Mahek Chahal’s Trevia
- Mahek Chahal’s full name is Raspreet Kaur Chahal.
- Her nickname is Preeti.
- Mahek’s favourite cuisine is North Indian.
- Mahek’s food habits are non-vegetarian.
- She is a big-time cat and dog lover.
- Mahek’s go-to holiday destination is Santorini.
- Mahek moved to Mumbai in the early 2000s.
- Mahek is obsessed with The Kardashians (sisters).
- Salman Khan is Mahek’s favourite Indian actor.
- Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is her favourite footballer.
FAQs
Mahek is not married as of 2025, so she doesn’t have a husband.
Mahek lives in New Mumbai due to her work as an actress. But she has a house in Oslo, Norway.
Mahek Chahal’s appearance came in the sixth season of the famous Indian TV serial Naagin (2022-23).
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