Munmun Dutta, a renowned actress and model, is best known for her iconic portrayal of Mrs. Babita Iyer in the long-running television series, Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma. Her career spans over 15 years, encompassing various television commercials and modeling assignments.

Biography/Wiki

Born on September 28, 1987, in Durgapur, West Bengal, Munmun Dutta initially aspired to be a doctor. Fate, however, led her to a successful acting career. Her role in “Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashmah” propelled her to widespread fame. She’s also a successful model, having graced numerous campaigns.

Physical Appearance

Munmun stands at 5’5″ tall. While naturally brown-haired, she enjoys experimenting with different shades, often sporting golden or blonde highlights.

Family & Caste

Munmun hails from a Bengali family.

Parents & Siblings

Both of Munmun’s parents were accomplished singers, a passion she inherited. She received classical singing training. Sadly, her father passed away on June 11, 2018, after a prolonged illness.

Husband & Children

Munmun Dutta is currently unmarried and does not have any children.

Relationships/Affairs

Armaan Kohli

Reports suggest a past relationship with actor Armaan Kohli, which reportedly ended due to his aggressive behavior and alleged physical abuse of Munmun.

Raj Anadkat

In September 2021, rumors circulated about a relationship with her “Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashmah” co-star, Raj Anadkat. Engagement rumors surfaced in March 2024, but were quickly denied as baseless by both parties.

Career

Munmun’s educational background includes schooling at Oxford Model Senior Secondary School, Kanpur, and a Master’s degree in Arts (English) from Pune. While initially pursuing journalism at her mother’s suggestion, she ultimately chose a career in entertainment.

Her acting debut was in the television serial “Hum Sab Barati” (2004), followed by her film debut in “Mumbai Express” (2005). While she worked on other projects, her breakthrough role came with “Tarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashma,” a show that has enjoyed immense success for over eight years.

Controversies

Munmun faced online criticism in May 2021 for using a casteist slur in an Instagram video. She subsequently apologized, attributing it to a misunderstanding of the word’s meaning. Further controversy arose in September 2021 due to online age-shaming following rumors about her relationship with Raj Anadkat. Rumors of her arrest in the casteist case were also clarified as false in February 2022.

Favourites

• Favorite Actors: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukherjee, Madhuri Dixit, and Anushka Sharma.
• Favorite Cricketer: Rohit Sharma
• Dream Destinations: Goa and Paris
• Favorite Colors: White, Blue, and Black
• Favorite TV Show: “Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi” (2016)
• Favorite Movies: “Titanic” (1997), and “A Walk to Remember” (2002)

Facts

Munmun is a trained dancer and has appeared in several music videos. Her passion for travel is evident in her desire to explore the world. The #MeToo movement inspired her to share past negative experiences with men. Beyond acting, she’s a social worker, supporting girls’ education and animal welfare.

Munmun’s Key Milestones