Nargis Fakhri Biography: Husband, Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Photos, Movies, Wikipedia, Height

Nargis Fakhri is an American actress known for her work in Hindi-language films.

She began her career as a model at 16 and gained early recognition by participating in America’s Next Top Model in 2004.

Fakhri rose to prominence in India with her debut in the 2011 romantic drama Rockstar, where she starred opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

The film’s success marked her entry into Bollywood, and she went on to appear in several notable films, including Madras Cafe (2013), Main Tera Hero (2014), and Housefull 3 (2016), all of which performed well at the box office.

Profile

• Full Name: Nargis Fakhri
• Stage Name: Nargis Fakhri
• Born: October 20 1979
• Age: 45 years old
• Birthplace: Queens, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actress
• Height: 1.7 m
• Parents: Marie A. Fakhri, Mohammed A. Fakhri
• Siblings: Aliya Fakhri
• Spouse: Tony Beig
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $12 million

Early Life And Education

Nargis Fakhri was born on October 20, 1979, in Queens, New York City, United States.

She is the daughter of Mohammed A. Fakhri and Marie A. Fakhri, and she is of Czech descent. Her parents separated when she was six years old. Nargis has a younger sister, Aliya Fakhri.

Details regarding her educational background remain undisclosed to the public. She is of mixed heritage, with her father, Mohammed A. Fakhri, of Pakistani descent, and her mother, Marie A. Fakhri, of Czech descent.

Career

Nargis Fakhri began her career in the United States before gaining recognition in Bollywood. She ventured into modeling at 16 and appeared on America’s Next Top Model in 2004.

While she did not make it to the final rounds, the exposure helped her secure additional modeling opportunities.

Fakhri worked with freelance agencies and participated in various fashion shows, eventually gaining attention through an Indian print campaign for the Kingfisher Calendar in 2009.

Her appearance in the calendar caught the eye of Indian filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, who cast her in the 2011 romantic drama Rockstar.

Fakhri played Heer Kaul, a free-spirited college diva from a Kashmiri Pandit background in the film.

Despite mixed reviews about her acting due to her limited Hindi proficiency (Mona Ghosh Shetty dubbed her voice), she received praise for her looks and her on-screen chemistry with co-star Ranbir Kapoor.

Rockstar was a commercial success, and Fakhri earned several nominations for Best Female Debut.

In 2013, Fakhri’s acting career turned positive when she starred in the political thriller Madras Cafe opposite John Abraham, playing Jaya Sahni, a war correspondent.

Her performance was well-received by critics, with many noting her improvement as an actress. The film was a box office success, further solidifying her presence in Bollywood.

Fakhri also appeared in Main Tera Hero (2014), a remake of the Telugu film Kandireega, where she portrayed Ayesha, the daughter of a Don.

Although the film was financially successful, reviews were mixed, with some critics praising her comedic timing while others felt her acting skills required further development.

That same year, she performed an item number, “Yaar Naa Miley,” in the action thriller Kick, which became quite popular.

Fakhri’s international career gained momentum in 2015 when she made her Hollywood debut in Paul Feig’s action-comedy Spy. She played Lia, an antagonist, alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, and Jude Law.

The film was a major commercial success, and her performance earned her an MTV Movie Award nomination for Best Fight.

In 2016, she appeared in the Tamil film Saagasam for the item number “Desi Girl” and portrayed Sangeeta Bijlani in the biographical sports drama Azhar.

While her performance in Azhar received mixed reviews, the film had moderate success. Later that year, she starred in Housefull 3, an ensemble comedy that was a significant box-office hit despite negative reviews. She also had a minor role in the adventure-comedy Dishoom.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @nargisfakhri

Personal Life

Nargis Fakhri married Tony Beig, a Kashmiri-born businessman based in Los Angeles.

The couple began dating in 2022 and tied the knot in a private ceremony on February 16, 2025. They kept their relationship largely private before announcing their marriage.

Filmography

• Rockstar (2011)
• Madras Cafe (2013)
• Phata Poster Nikhla Hero (2013)
• Main Tera Hero (2014)
• Kick (2014)
• Spy (2015)
• Saagasam (2016)
• Azhar (2016)
• Housefull 3 (2016)
• Dishoom (2016)
• Banjo (2016)
• 5 Weddings (2018)
• Amavas (2019)
• Torbaaz (2020)
• Shiv Shastri Balboa (2023)
• Hara Veera Mallu (2025)
• Housefull 5 (2025)

Net Worth

Nargis Fakhri’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $12 million.

Her primary sources of income include acting roles in Bollywood and Hollywood films and modeling.