Nadiya Moidu

Actor

Indian Sion, Mumbai, India

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth24/10/1966
Age59 years
BirthplaceSion, Mumbai, India

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Bio/Wiki

Real nameZareena Moidu
Stage nameNadhiya Moidu

Physical Stats & More

Height167 cm
Weight55 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Qualifications
  • B.A. in Communication Arts - Radio & Television
  • Media Management in United States
  • Associate Degree in Media Management
Education DetailsPrimary education from The J.B Vachha High School for Parsi Girls, Mumbai; Pre-university degree from Sir Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy School of Art; Higher education completed in the United States

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date1989
ResidenceMumbai, India

Relationships & More

Husband/SpouseShirish Godbole

Family

FatherN. K. Moidu
MotherLalitha
SiblingsHaseena Moidu
SpouseShirish Godbole
Children
  • Sanam
  • Jana
Father DetailsMuslim from Thalassery
Mother DetailsHindu from Thiruvalla

Career

Debut
Malayalam FilmNokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu (1984) as Girly Mathew
Tamil FilmPoove Poochudava (1985) as Sundari
Telugu FilmBazaar Rowdy (1988) as Sirisha & Sarika (Dual role)
TVJackpot on Jaya TV (2010) (as host)
Awards
Won
  • Filmfare Award for Best Actress - Malayalam for the film "Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu" in 1985
  • Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film "Attarintiki Daredi" in 2013
  • TSR - TV9 National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film "Attarintiki Daredi" in 2013
  • JFW Achievers Award in 2022
  • Filmfare Award for Best Actress - Malayalam for Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu (1985)
  • Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actress for Attarintiki Daredi (2013)
Nominated
  • Filmfare Award for Best Actress - Tamil for the film "Poove Poochudava"
  • Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress - Tamil for the film "M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi"
  • Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress - Telugu for the film "Attarintiki Daredi"
  • SIIMA Award for Best Supporting Actress - Telugu for the film "Attarintiki Daredi"
  • Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress - Tamil for M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi
Career HighlightsMade her Malayalam debut alongside Mohanlal and Padmini; Returned to acting in the mid-1990s after a hiatus; Made a major comeback with M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi; Transitioned to supporting roles and television hosting

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Nadiya Moidu is a prominent South Indian actress with a significant body of work in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema.
2. Born in Mumbai to Malayali parents, Nadiya's father is Muslim, and her mother is Hindu.
3. Originally known as Zareena Moidu, she adopted the name Nadiya Moidu upon entering the film industry to differentiate from another actress.
4. Her Tamil debut in "Poove Poochudava" was a remake of her first Malayalam film, "Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu."
5. Nadiya has appeared in popular films such as "Attarintiki Daredi," "Drushyam," and "Naa Peru Surya, Naa Illu India."
6. Even after moving to the US post-marriage in 1989, Nadiya continued acting in South Indian films under specific conditions.
7. Offered the lead role in "Maine Pyar Kiya," she declined due to commitments in South Indian cinema.
8. During her time in the US, Nadiya worked as a News Reader for the American Broadcasting Corporation and later for the London BBC.
9. After a hiatus following "Vadhu Doctoranu," she returned to acting with "M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi."
10. In 2007, Nadiya moved back to India, settling in Mumbai with her family.
11. She became the brand ambassador for Arokya Milk and Thangamayil Jewellery in 2008.
12. Nadiya ventured into television hosting and judging with shows like "Jackpot," "Veruthe Alla Bharya," and "Comedy Stars Season 2."
13. Aside from her acting career, Nadiya finds joy in decorating her home and has an interest in interior designing.
14. Expressing her wish to act in Marathi films, Nadiya looks forward to contributing to the industry.
15. She participated in a photo shoot for the Naam Foundation, recreating a painting by Raja Ravi Varma, showcasing her versatility beyond acting.
16. Born in Mumbai to Malayali parents with interfaith background: father N. K. Moidu is Muslim from Thalassery and mother Lalitha is Hindu from Thiruvalla.
17. Was considered for the lead role in Mouna Ragam (1986) directed by Mani Ratnam but declined due to prior commitments.
18. After marriage in 1989, she lived in the United States and later in the United Kingdom with her husband Shirish Godbole and two daughters.
19. During her time abroad, Nadiya worked as a News Reader for the American Broadcasting Corporation and later for the London BBC.
20. Lived in London from 2000 to 2007 before returning to India in 2008.
21. After a hiatus, she made a comeback with M. Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi, which was critically acclaimed for her performance as Jeyam Ravi's mother.
22. In 2008, she was signed as the brand ambassador for Arokya Milk.
23. Aside from her acting career, Nadiya has an interest in interior designing and home decoration.
24. Currently resides in Mumbai with her family.
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