Richa Chadha Turns 39: From Love Story With Ali Fazal To Top Movies

Richa Chadha, one of Bollywood’s most versatile and critically acclaimed actresses, celebrates her birthday on December 18. Known for her fearless choice of roles and strong screen presence, she has consistently

pushed the boundaries of conventional cinema. From intense dramas to quirky comedies and political narratives, Richa has proved her mettle across genres, earning both audience love and critical praise.

As the actress turns 39, let’s take a look back at her fairytale love story with Ali Fazal, her journey in the film industry, and the memorable performances that have defined her career so far.

How Did Richa Chadha Meet Ali Fazal?

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal met on the sets of Fukrey in 2012. After becoming close friends, their bond grew stronger over time. It was not until 2017 that they publicly confirmed their relationship by making their red carpet debut together at the Venice Film Festival.

The couple got engaged in 2019 and had plans to get married in 2020. The wedding plans were interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Following the delay, the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in 2022. In 2024, Richa and Ali welcomed their baby girl, Zuneyra Ida Fazal.

Richa Chadha’s Top Movies

Over the years, Richa Chadha has grabbed attention with her bold and unconventional performances.

Here is a look at her top five movies:

1. Masaan: Neeraj Ghaywan’s directorial debut, Masaan, follows two young people whose lives are turned upside down by the death of someone close. The film stars Richa Chadha and Vicky Kaushal in lead roles. Shweta Tripathi, Sanjay Mishra and Pankaj Tripathi are also part of the project.
2. Gangs of Wasseypur (Parts 1 and 2): Anurag Kashyap’s epic crime films centre on the coal mafia of Dhanbad and the underlying power struggles and politics. Richa’s powerful portrayal of Nagma Khatoon earned her significant recognition.
3. The films feature an ensemble cast including Manoj Bajpayee, Reema Sen, Piyush Mishra, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Vineet Kumar Singh, Pankaj Tripathi, Huma Qureshi, Anurita Jha and Tigmanshu Dhulia.
4. Fukrey: Richa Chadha captured hearts with her comedic role as the feisty Bholi Punjaban in the Fukrey franchise. Alongside Richa, the film series starred Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh, Varun Sharma, Ali Fazal and Pankaj Tripathi in important roles. Notably, Ali Fazal was absent from the third instalment of the comedy franchise.
5. Section 375: In this legal thriller, Richa essayed the role of a public prosecutor. Based on Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code, the film also stars Akshaye Khanna, Meera Chopra and Ragul Bhat in other key roles.
6. Madam Chief Minister: This 2021 political drama, directed by Subhash Kapoor, starred Richa Chadha in the titular role. The story follows a woman who chooses the treacherous path of politics. Despite facing major challenges, her greatest test lies in balancing power and responsibility.