Born to a Hindu Rajput family and acquiring a post-graduate degree in Criminal Psychology she went on to become an actress, and a top one at that!

Wondering who we are talking about?

None other than the dimpled beauty Preity Zinta! At a very young age she developed a love for literature, in particular with the works of William Shakespeare. Preity is one actress who has courted controversy for speaking her mind out. Apart from being a successful actress Preity along with her boy friend, Ness Wadia, jointly own a cricket team, Kings XI Punjab in the IPL. She also writes columns for the BBC News Online, South Asia.

This multi-faceted heroine's one more face was revealed when she took to humanitarian work and involved with different charity groups. She has supported the ill-treated and down trodden women in the country, stood up against the cause of female infanticide and has also promoted blood donation.

Truly a pretty face with a heart of gold!

As Preity turns another year older, we wish her the best life can offer and that she continues to give us memorable films!

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