One of the best-known actresses in India television is Tina Datta. She became famous due to her stunning role in Colors TV serial drama Uttaran as Ichcha Singh Bundela. Her acting talent has mesmerized millions of viewers worldwide. In her acting career lasting more than two decades, Tina Datta successfully went from being a child actress in Bengali regional movies to becoming an outstanding television star in India, reality TV star, and internet influencer.
Playing Ichcha in Uttaran & Participating in Bigg Boss 16
Tina Datta Height, Weight and Physical Appearance
Physical Trait
Specification
Height in Feet & Inches
5 ft 1 in
Height in Centimeters
155 cm
Weight in Kilograms
48 kg
Weight in Pounds
105 lbs
Body Measurements
32-26-34 inches
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Hair Color
Dark Brown / Black
Skin Tone
Fair
Fitness Regime
Yoga, Pilates, Kickboxing, Pole Dancing
Tina Datta Early Life
Early Life Detail
Fact
Childhood Residence
Kolkata, West Bengal
Early Acting Debut
Started acting at the age of 5 in Sister Nivedita (1994)
Child Artist Highlights
Appeared in Bengali movies like Pita Maata Santan (1997)
Early Passion
Performing arts, theater, and regional TV shows in Kolkata
Tina Datta College & Educational Career
Educational Aspect
Details
Schooling
Meghmala Roy Education Center, Kolkata
High School
St. Paul’s Boarding and Day School, Kolkata
College / University
University of Calcutta, Kolkata
Highest Qualification
Graduation in English Literature
Career Journey
Milestone
Phase Overview
1996 – 2008
Started as a child artist in Bengali TV shows and movies.
2003 – 2005
Acted alongside Aishwarya Rai in Chokher Bali and played young Vidya Balan in Parineeta.
2009 – 2015
Achieved massive nationwide fame with Uttaran playing dual roles (Ichcha & Meethi).
2016 – 2021
Expanded into stunt reality TV (Khatron Ke Khiladi 7), mythology (Shani), supernatural (Daayan), and OTT (Naxalbari).
2022 – Present
Surged back into the limelight with Bigg Boss 16 and lead roles in Hum Rahe Na Rahe Hum.
Professional Career
Domain
Key Highlights
Hindi Television
Lead roles in top prime-time shows like Uttaran, Daayan, and Hum Rahe Na Rahe Hum.
OTT / Web Series
Featured as Ketki Maheshwari in ZEE5’s crime-thriller series Naxalbari.
Reality Television
Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7 (2016) and Bigg Boss 16 (2022–2023).
Modeling & Endorsements
Brand face for ethnic wear labels, beauty brands, and fashion magazine covers.
Filmography
Tina Datta
Year
Title
Role
Language
1997
Pita Maata Santan
Child Artist
Bengali
2003
Tharak
Cameo Role
Bengali
2003
Chokher Bali
Manorama
Bengali
2005
Parineeta
Young Lalita Roy
Hindi
2008
Chirodini Tumi Je Amar
Priyanka
Bengali
Television Shows & Web Series
Year
Show Title
Character / Role
Channel / Platform
1994
Sister Nivedita
Child Artist
DD Bangla
2007
Khela
Hiya / Saira
Zee Bangla
2008
Durga
Kumkum Roy Choudhary
Star Jalsha
2009–2015
Uttaran
Ichcha Veer Singh / Meethi
Colors TV
2016
Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7
Contestant (12th place)
Colors TV
2017–2018
Karmaphal Daata Shani
Dhamini
Colors TV
2018–2019
Daayan
Jhanvi Mourya / Kundani Roy
&TV
2020
Naxalbari (Web Series)
Ketki Maheshwari
ZEE5
2022–2023
Bigg Boss 16
Contestant (8th place)
Colors TV
2023
Hum Rahe Na Rahe Hum
Surili Ahuja Banerjee
Sony Entertainment Television
Tina Datta Awards and Recognition
Year
Award Body
Category
Project
Result
2010
Producers Guild Film Awards
Best Actress in a Drama Series
Uttaran
Won
2010
Kalakar Awards
Best Actress
Uttaran
Won
2019
Global Fame OTT Awards
Best Debut in OTT
Naxalbari
Won
2023
Lions Gold Awards
Most Stylish Television Star (Female)
N/A
Won
2023
Iconic Gold Awards
Best Dressed Reality Star of the Year
Bigg Boss 16
Won
Controversies
Incident
Description
Allegations Against Co-Star (2019)
During the shoot of Daayan, Tina openly alleged that co-actor Mohit Malhotra touched her inappropriately during intimate scenes. The issue was later resolved internally by the creative team.
Bigg Boss 16 Relationship Drama (2022–23)
Tina’s friendship and turbulent dynamic with co-contestant Shalin Bhanot triggered widespread debate on social media regarding fake relationships for show popularity.
Feud with Co-Actors
Over the years, reports of creative friction and cold wars with co-stars like Rashami Desai on the sets of Uttaran frequently made headline news.
Ethnicity
Attribute
Details
Cultural Ethnicity
Indo-Aryan / Bengali
Ancestral Roots
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Linguistic Roots
Bengali (Mother tongue), fluent in English and Hindi
Tina Datta Love Life & Affairs
Tina Datta
Relationship Phase
History & Details
Past Relationships
Tina was previously in a long-term relationship with a non-industry corporate executive, which ended due to personal incompatibility.
Abusive Past Relationship
In media interviews, Tina bravely disclosed being in a 5-year abusive relationship with a non-celebrity, which affected her emotionally before she broke free.
Shalin Bhanot (2022–23)
Inside the Bigg Boss 16 house, her close intimacy and subsequent fallout with Shalin Bhanot made major television headlines.
Marriage Details
Status Item
Details
Marital Status
Unmarried
Spouse / Husband
None
Marriage Plans
Currently single and focusing heavily on acting projects and digital ventures.
Family Tree: Parents, Siblings, & Relatives
Family Member
Name / Details
Father
Tapan Datta
Mother
Madhumita Datta
Brother
Debraj Datta (Elder Brother)
Sister
None
Extended Family
Close-knit traditional Bengali Hindu family based out of Kolkata.
Mental Health and Self-Care
Wellness Aspect
Routine & Mindfulness
Yoga & Meditation
Shifted to regular yoga practice during the lockdown to manage stress and anxiety.
Physical Wellness
Combines Pilates, pole dancing, and kickboxing for physical strength and mental stamina.
Mindset & Healing
Openly advocates mental health recovery, post-breakup emotional healing, and therapy awareness.
Travel Destinations and Vacations
Travel Choice
Preferred Destinations
Favorite International Spots
Maldives, London (UK), Dubai (UAE), Paris (France)
Favorite Domestic Spots
Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Bengal Backwaters
Travel Style
Luxury resort retreats, beach vacations, and high-fashion city breaks
Business and Entrepreneurship
Business Venture
Enterprise Details
Digital Content Creator
High-earning influencer brand deals across Instagram and YouTube.
Fashion Collaborations
Partners with prominent designers and ethnic clothing brands for exclusive lines.
Real Estate & Investments
Diversified portfolio in residential properties and liquid financial instruments.
Tina Datta Hobbies
Hobby Area
Passion / Activities
Fitness Arts
Pole Dancing, Kickboxing, Aerial Yoga
Leisure Activities
Travelling, Photography, Interior Decoration
Lifestyle
Fashion Styling, Pet Care, Experimental Cooking
Favorites
Category
Favorite Choice
Food
Bengali Fish Curry (Machher Jhol), Biryani, Sweets
Actors
Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan
\Actresses
Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan
\Color
White, Red, Pastel Pink
\Holiday Destination
Maldives, London
Tina Datta Luxury Life
Luxury Aspect
Lifestyle Overview
High Fashion
Known for designer dresses, luxury handbags (Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton), and high-end footwear.
Living Spaces
Owns an elegantly decorated, plush apartment in a prime location in Mumbai.
Styling
Renowned as one of TV’s best-dressed reality stars.
Car and Bike Collection
Vehicle Category
Brand & Model
Luxury SUV
Mercedes-Benz GLE / C-Class
Mid-Size Sedan
Honda City
Bikes / Two-Wheelers
Prefers chauffeur-driven luxury cars over two-wheelers
Tina Datta Net Worth Breakdown (2021 – 2026)
Year
Estimated Net Worth (in INR)
Estimated Net Worth (in USD)
2021
₹20 Crores
$2.5 Million
2022
₹28 Crores
$3.5 Million
2023
₹45 Crores
$5.5 Million
2024
₹55 Crores
$6.8 Million
2025
₹60 Crores
$7.3 Million
2026
₹65 Crores
$8.0 Million
Income Source
Revenue Stream
Details
TV Serials Fee
High per-day shoot remuneration for prime-time shows.
Reality Shows
Earned a reported ₹8 to 9 Lakhs per week during Bigg Boss 16.
Brand Endorsements
Commercials, social media promotions, and beauty brand deals.
Web Series & OTT
Royalty and acting fees from digital streaming series.
