Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Miss India Persis Khambatta's Trailblazing Journey
Persis Khambatta, a former Miss India, became famous worldwide.
She won Miss India and later starred in 'Star Trek,' shaving her head for the role.
Indira Gandhi called her a 'Pride of India.'
Khambatta began modeling at 13 and moved to London for international opportunities.
She acted in movies, including 'Star Trek.'
Sadly, she passed away at age 49.
Khambatta broke barriers and remains a notable figure in entertainment.
Persis Khambatta won the Femina Miss India title.
She was admired by Indira Gandhi as the 'Pride of India'.
Khambatta moved to London for international modeling.
She acted in 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture'.
Khambatta died in 1998 at age 49.
- Who
- Persis Khambatta
- What
- Miss India and actress who gained international recognition
- When
- Born on October 2, 1948; passed away in 1998
- Where
- Born in Mumbai, worked in India, London, and America
- Why
- She sought international recognition and achieved it through modeling and acting.
- Birth Date
- October 2, 1948
- Birthplace
- Mumbai
- Won
- Femina Miss India in 1965
- Famous Role
- Lieutenant Ilia in 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture'
- Death
- 1998 at age 49