Who is Naina Bhan? Wiki, Age, Height, Parents, Net Worth, Boyfriend, Biography & More
Naina Bhan, also known as Naina Bee, is an Indian actress, model, and filmmaker who has gained popularity for her role as Koel Kalra in the Netflix series ‘Class’. She is also known for her appearance as Dilshad in the Amazon Prime Video series ‘Made in Heaven’. In this article, we will explore her wiki, age, height, net worth, boyfriend, parents, and more.
Early Life, Birthday & Biography
Naina Bhan was born on Monday, 20 April 1992 (age: 30 years; as of 2022) in Delhi, India. She belongs to a Kashmiri-Sindhi family. Her father, Captain Sushil Bhan, is a senior faculty at FOSMA Maritime Training Institute Delhi India at Fosma Maritime Institute & Research Organisation Kolkata.
Her mother, Sharika Kaul Bhan, is a craft entrepreneur and advocate. She has a sister named Mira Bhan and a cousin named Shereen Bhan, who is the managing editor at CNBC-TV18. Her grandparents are Rattan Bhan and Sheela Bhan.
Education & Qualification
Naina Bhan is a well-educated and talented actress, model, and filmmaker. She has completed her education at prestigious institutions in India. Here is a detailed account of her educational journey:
- Naina did her schooling at Sanskriti School in Delhi, which is one of the best schools in the country. She has been interested in arts and culture since her childhood and participated in various co-curricular activities.
- After completing her school education, she enrolled in Miranda House College, Delhi, which is a constituent college of the University of Delhi and one of the top-ranked colleges for women in India. She pursued her bachelor’s degree in history from 2010 to 2013. She chose history as her subject because she wanted to learn more about the past and its relevance to the present.
- During her graduation, she also did an internship at NDTV Goodtimes in New Delhi in 2011, where she assisted in creating promotional advertisements for various NDTV shows such as ‘Heavy Petting’ and ‘Fat Man & His 13 Brides’. She was also featured in an advertisement for Heavy Petting.
- After graduating from Miranda House College, she decided to pursue her master’s degree in film and video communication from the National Institute of Design (NID), Gujarat, which is a premier design institute in India. She joined NID in 2014 and completed her master’s degree in 2017. She learned various aspects of filmmaking such as scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, sound design, and direction at NID. She also made several short films and documentaries as part of her academic projects.
Height, Weight & Body Stats
Naina Bhan is a beautiful and fit actress, model, and filmmaker who has a stunning physique. She has a height of 5 feet 8 inches (172 cm) and a weight of 55 kg (121 lbs). Her body measurements are 28-26-30 inches. She has black hair and black eyes that complement her fair complexion.
She also has four tattoos on her body: a Dharma Wheel tattoo on her left wrist, a geometrical design on her left arm, a man on her back, and a flower on her chest. She maintains her body shape by following a healthy diet and a regular workout routine. She likes to experiment with different styles and outfits that suit her personality and body type.
Acting Career
Naina Bhan started her career as an intern at NDTV Goodtimes in New Delhi in 2011, where she assisted in creating promotional advertisements for various NDTV shows such as ‘Heavy Petting’ and ‘Fat Man & His 13 Brides’. She was also featured in an advertisement for Heavy Petting.
In 2013, she joined the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) in New Delhi as an editorial intern, where she worked with the Heritage Education & Communication Department in developing informative and interactive study materials based on Indian heritage and culture for school and college students.
In December 2013, she worked as a stylist assistant for ELLE Decor for four months, where she handled the logistics, operations, and research for shoots. She also produced two editorials for the January 2014 and February 2014 issues. She also worked for the biggest Interior Design Fair in India ‘Indian Design 2014’.
In April 2019, she joined Times Internet Ltd as a content producer and worked there for four months. She conceptualized and directed the fashion and lifestyle content for various digital verticals of Times Internet such as Mensxp, Mensxp Shop, and Mud. In February 2019, she got a part-time job as a talent manager in the talent agency ‘A Little Fly’ and worked there for almost one year.
In August 2019, she became a full-time creative producer at the multi-disciplinary creative company, ‘Propaganda’, where she worked for almost one and a half years. Her responsibilities included building brand strategies, client servicing, account management, and production. In July 2022, she joined the multi-faceted talent management agency, ‘Collective Artists Network’, as an executive.
As an actor, she made her debut with the web series ‘Made In Heaven’ which premiered on Amazon Prime Video in 2019. She played the role of Dilshad on the show. She then appeared in the high school thriller series ‘Class’ on Netflix in 2023, which is an Indian adaptation of the Spanish television series ‘Elite’. She played the role of Koel Kalra on the show.
Naina Bhan on Playing the ‘Indian Mean Girl’ in Netflix’s Class and Her Parents’ Reaction to Her Bold Scenes
Naina is one of the new faces that Netflix introduced in its latest series Class, an official remake of the Spanish hit show Elite. The series revolves around the lives of a group of students at a prestigious school in Delhi, where class, caste, religion, and sexuality clash with murder and mystery. Naina plays Koel Kalra, a rich and manipulative girl who is involved in a love triangle with two boys from different backgrounds.
In an exclusive interview with The New York Times, Naina talks about her experience of working on her debut project, her character’s journey, and how her parents reacted to her bold and intimate scenes on screen.
From Filmmaker to Actress
Naina is not new to the world of cinema. She has a master’s degree in film and video communication from the National Institute of Design in Gujarat and has worked as a filmmaker, model, and stylist. She has also been featured in some advertisements and short films. However, acting was not something she had planned to pursue until she got a message from Ashim Ahluwalia, the director of Class, during the lockdown last year.
“I was a huge fan of Ashim’s work, especially his film Miss Lovely, which I had watched in college. I was curious about his style of filmmaking and storytelling. So when he asked me to audition for Class, I was thrilled and nervous at the same time. I had no formal training in acting, but I decided to give it a shot,” she says.
Facing Her Parents’ Reaction
One of the aspects that made Naina nervous about playing Koel was the bold and intimate scenes that she had to do with her co-stars. She says that she was worried about how her parents would react to them.
“I come from a conservative family, where sex and intimacy are not openly discussed or shown. My parents are very supportive of my career, but they are also very protective of me. They were not aware of the kind of scenes that I had to do for Class. I was afraid that they would be shocked or upset by them,” she says.
Naina says that she decided to be honest with her parents and tell them about the scenes before they watched the show.
“I told them that Class is a mature show that deals with adult themes and situations. I explained to them that the scenes were necessary for the story and the character development. I also assured them that the scenes were done in a tasteful and respectful manner, and that I was comfortable and safe while doing them,” she says.
Naina says that her parents were understanding and supportive of her decision.
“They told me that they trust me and respect my choices. They also said that they are proud of me and my work. They watched the show with an open mind and appreciated it for its quality and content. They also complimented me on my performance and said that I did justice to Koel’s character,” she says.
Naina says that she is grateful for her parents’ reaction and support.
“I was relieved and happy that they reacted so positively. They made me feel more confident and comfortable about my work. They also encouraged me to pursue my passion and explore my potential as an actor,” she says.
Family Details
Naina Bhan comes from a well-educated and cultured family. Her parents, siblings, and other family members are as follows:
- Her father, Captain Sushil Bhan, is a senior faculty at FOSMA Maritime Training Institute Delhi India at Fosma Maritime Institute & Research Organisation Kolkata. He is also a former merchant navy officer and a maritime consultant. He has been teaching maritime courses for over 25 years and has authored several books on the subject. He is also active on social media and often posts about his daughter’s achievements and his views on various issues.
- Her mother, Sharika Kaul Bhan, is a craft entrepreneur and advocate. She runs a home-based business called ‘Kashmiri Kauls’ that sells handcrafted products made by Kashmiri artisans. She also works as a legal advisor for various NGOs and social causes. She is also a proud mother and supports her daughter’s career choices.
- Her sister, Mira Bhan, is a young and talented artist who creates paintings, illustrations, and digital art. She has a degree in fine arts from the College of Art, Delhi University. She has exhibited her work in various galleries and events. She is also fond of music, photography, and traveling.
- Her cousin, Shereen Bhan, is a renowned journalist and the managing editor at CNBC-TV18. She is one of the most influential women in Indian media and has won several awards for her work. She hosts various shows on business, economy, and politics. She is also an avid reader, writer, and speaker.
- Her grandparents are Rattan Bhan and Sheela Bhan. They are both retired government employees who live in Delhi. They are very close to their grandchildren and often visit them. They are also interested in arts and culture and have passed on their values and traditions to their family.
Boyfriend & Relationship
Naina Bhan is unmarried and has not revealed anything about her boyfriend or relationship status. She is a non-vegetarian and likes to watch reality shows. She has four tattoos on her body: a Dharma Wheel tattoo on her left wrist, a geometrical design on her left arm, a man on her back, and a flower on her chest. She is active on social media platforms such as Instagram and IMDb, where she posts pictures and videos of herself and her work.
Favorite Things & More
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Ethnicity | 75% Kashmiri, 25% Sindhi |
| Favorite Beauty Products | Cloud Paint by Glossier, MAC strobing cream |
| Favorite Podcasts | Scriptnotes, S*Town |
| Favorite Film | In The Mood For Love (2000) |
| Favorite Brands/Designers | Untitled Co., Jaywalking, Make Textiles, Claymen |
| Award | Won Critics Choice Award 2023 for role in ‘Class’ |
| Award Outfit | Gold Varun-Nidhika jacket and skirt set, pearl choker, and gold clutch |
Net Worth
According to some sources, Naina Bhan’s net worth is estimated to be around $2-3 million. She earns money from her acting projects, modeling assignments, endorsements, and other ventures.
Naina Bhan WIKI, BIO
| Name | Naina Bhan |
| Date of birth | 20 April 1992 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession(s) | Actress, model, filmmaker |
| Education | Miranda House College National Institute of Design |
| Ethnicity | 75% Kashmiri and 25% Sindhi |
| Debut | Web series: Made in Heaven (2019) as Dilshad |
| Known for | Playing Koel Kalra in the Netflix series Class (2023) |
| Tattoo(s) | A Dharma Wheel on her left wrist; a geometrical design on her left arm; a man on her back; a flower on her chest |
| Family | Father: Captain Sushil Bhan; Mother: Sharika Kaul Bhan; Sister: Mira Bhan; Cousin: Shereen Bhan |
| Marital status | Unmarried |
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| IMDb | nm14080275 |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
