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Tina Munim Turns 68: From An Actress To Daughter In Law of India’s Richest Family

Tina Munim, who was born on February 11, 1957, later married and changed her name to Tina Ambani! Tina Munim, the actress, was once known for her films. Tina Munim has turned 65 today and let us find out her life journey.

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Tina Munim Ambani Biography

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Full NameTina Munim Ambani
Birth NameTina Munim
Date of BirthFebruary 11, 1957
Place of BirthMumbai, Maharashtra, India (born in Bhuleshwar)
Age68 years
NationalityIndian
Zodiac SignAquarius
HeightApproximately 5’5″ (165 cm)
Hair ColorBlack (now with natural grey highlights)
Eye ColorBrown
FatherNandkumar Chunilal Munim (film distributor in the 1950s)
MotherMeenakshi Munim
SiblingsTwo sisters: Bhavna Munim (costume designer), Nayan Munim
Marital StatusMarried
HusbandAnil Dhirubhai Ambani (industrialist, Chairman of Reliance ADA Group)
Marriage DateFebruary 2, 1991
ChildrenTwo sons: Jai Anmol Ambani, Jai Anshul Ambani
Son (Elder)Jai Anmol Ambani (born December 1991)
Son (Younger)Jai Anshul Ambani (born September 1995)
Daughter-in-LawKhrisha Shah (married to Jai Anmol, February 20, 2022)
ReligionHindu (Gujarati-speaking family)
HometownMumbai, Maharashtra
Current ResidenceMumbai, Maharashtra (lives in a sea-facing bungalow in Pali Hill)
EducationHigh School: MM Pupils Own School, Khar, Mumbai (graduated 1975)
CollegeJai Hind College, Mumbai (studied Arts, did not complete degree)
Additional StudiesDiploma in Interior Design, Los Angeles (late 1980s)
Profession (Past)Actress (Bollywood, 1978-1991)
Profession (Current)Philanthropist, Chairperson of multiple organizations
Career Start1975 (modeling and pageant at age 18)
Pageant AchievementFemina Teen Princess India 1975
International PageantMiss Teenage Intercontinental, Aruba (1975) – 2nd Runner-Up, Miss Photogenic, Miss Bikini
Film DebutDes Pardes (1978) with Dev Anand
Last FilmJigarwala (1991)
Total FilmsOver 30 films in 13-year career
Notable FilmsDes Pardes, Baaton Baaton Mein, Karz, Souten, Bewafai, Yeh Vaada Raha
Frequent Co-StarsRajesh Khanna (11 films), Rishi Kapoor (6 films), Dev Anand (3 films)
Blockbusters with Rajesh KhannaSouten, Fiffty Fiffty, Bewafai, Aakhir Kyon?, Bhagwaan Dada, Adhikar
Hits with Rishi KapoorKarz, Yeh Vaada Raha
Acting StyleGlamorous, expressive, versatile—known for romantic and dramatic roles
Reason for Quitting ActingWanted to explore life beyond films; married Anil Ambani in 1991
Past RelationshipDated Rajesh Khanna (1980-1987); never confirmed as romantic by either
Anil Ambani First MeetingMet at a Gujarati wedding in the early 1980s; Anil noticed her in a black saree
Second MeetingPhiladelphia, USA (1983) – Anil asked her out, she declined
Love Story HighlightRekindled after 4 years apart when Anil called her post-LA earthquake (1987)
Proposal StoryMukesh Ambani spilled the plan; sister covered it as a joke (shared on Rendezvous with Simi Garewal)
Family ResistanceAmbanis initially opposed her due to her Bollywood background
Marriage TriumphAnil convinced family after years; Tina returned from LA to wed
Philanthropy StartLaunched Harmony Art Foundation (1995)
Major InitiativeKokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital (KDAH), Mumbai (opened 2009)
Hospital RoleChairperson, KDAH – Mumbai’s top multispecialty hospital
Hospital AccreditationsJCI, NABH, CAP, NABL – only Mumbai hospital with all four
Healthcare FocusLiver transplants, robotic surgery, children’s cardiac care, rural cancer centers
Rural Cancer Centers18 centers planned in Maharashtra (e.g., Akola, Gondia, Solapur)
Elderly Care InitiativeHarmony for Silvers Foundation (2004) – enhances senior citizens’ lives
Harmony ActivitiesMagazine (Celebrate Age), Senior Citizens’ Runs, Harmony Silver Awards
Art PassionChairperson, Harmony Art Foundation – promotes Indian artists
Art MilestoneShowcased Indian artists at Christie’s, London (2008)
Museum RoleBoard of Trustees, Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts (since 2008)
CSR RoleChairperson, Group CSR, Reliance Group
Education RoleChief Mentor, Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology (DA-IICT)
Other RoleChairperson, Mudra Foundation for Communications Research and Education (MFFCRE)
Net Worth (Peak)Estimated ₹10,000 crore at acting peak (1980s, per some reports)
Current Net WorthNot publicly disclosed; tied to Anil Ambani’s fluctuating wealth (Reliance ADA Group struggles)
Income SourcesPast: Acting; Current: Philanthropy, Reliance Group involvement
Instagram Handle@tinaambaniofficial
Instagram FollowersOver 500,000
Social Media ActivityShares family moments, philanthropy updates, art events
Recent PostWished son Anmol and Khrisha a happy anniversary (February 20, 2025)
Brother-in-LawMukesh Ambani (Asia’s richest man, Chairman of Reliance Industries Ltd.)
Sister-in-LawNita Ambani (Chairperson, Reliance Foundation)
Family TiesAunt to Isha, Akash, and Anant Ambani
Public PersonaGraceful, grounded, compassionate
Fashion SenseElegant sarees, timeless style—often repeats outfits for sustainability
HobbiesArt collection, interior design, philanthropy
Favorite Film (Own)Baaton Baaton Mein (loved its simplicity, per interviews)
Acting Career Length13 years (1978-1991)
HealthNo major public updates—assumed fit and active
ED AppearanceQuestioned by Enforcement Directorate (July 2023) over forex violation probe
Anil’s Business StrugglesSupported husband through Reliance ADA Group’s financial downturns
Quote on Anil“The wind beneath my wings” (Instagram, Anil’s birthday, 2022)
Cultural LovePassionate about Indian art and heritage
Social CircleAttends high-profile events like Ambani weddings
Son’s WeddingAnmol-Khrisha wedding (2022) – grand yet intimate
Parenting StyleKeeps sons’ lives private; focuses on values
Early AmbitionDreamed of acting since teenage years
Discovery StorySpotted by Dev Anand post-pageant win
Rajesh Khanna RumorsLinked romantically in 1980s; both called it friendship
Career Reflection“I wanted to explore more than just movies” (Simi Garewal interview)
Mumbai HomePali Hill mansion—luxurious yet low-key compared to Antilia
LegacyFrom Bollywood star to philanthropy icon
Fan Sentiment“Tina’s grace is timeless!” (common comment, 2025)
Recent NewsSpotted at cultural event in Mumbai (March 2025)
TravelEnjoys art exhibitions and family vacations
ResilienceNavigated Bollywood, family opposition, and business ups-and-downs
Signature RoleRadha in Karz—hauntingly memorable
Personal Quote“Family is my happiness” (Anil’s birthday post, 2022)
Current FocusExpanding healthcare and art initiatives
Fun FactWore black saree at first meeting with Anil—stood out!
Why She ShinesBlends glamour, grit, and giving back
Life MottoLive with purpose and passion (inferred from her work)

Tina made her film debut in 1978 with the film ‘Des-Pardes,’ after winning an international beauty contest in 1975. Devanand Sahab discovered her after she won an international beauty contest in 1975.

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Tina was born into a Gujarati family with no connection to the film industry, and she had no interest in it herself. But how could anyone turn down an offer from a great actor like Devanand? His film career continued until 1987, when he moved to California to attend college. Meanwhile, he appeared in 30-35 films, the most notable of which was ‘Rocky,’ in which he co-starred with Sanjay Dutt.

She collaborated with Basu Chatterjee on two films: ‘Baton Baat Mein’ and ‘Manpasand.’ Despite the fact that she considers ‘Adhikar’ to be the best film in terms of acting. Tina married Anil Ambani in 1991, when she was 31 years old. Tina’s film career was undoubtedly linked to actors, particularly Rajesh Khanna. Tina, on the other hand, has proven to be the best daughter-in-law of the Ambani family, as well as a good wife and mother, after marriage.

Sanjay Dutt and Tina

Tina Munim was so in love with Sanjay Dutt that she refused to appear in many of Dev Anand’s films and began living with him.

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Sanjay Dutt became addicted to drugs, which caused Tina to flee Sanjay Dutt despite her desire not to. Following Sanjay Dutt, Rajesh Khanna entered Tina Munim’s life, but their love did not lead to marriage because Anil Ambani’s name was to be applied to Tina Munim’s hands. Tina Munim and Anil Ambani’s love story is nothing short of epic. Tina Munim was first seen by Anil Ambani at a wedding.

Anil fell in love with Tina, but his family was strongly opposed to Tina’s marriage because they did not approve of Tina’s career as an actress. There was a breakup between the two in such a situation. There was an earthquake in America in 1989, and Tina and Anil Ambani became inseparable after that. In fact, there was a major earthquake in Los Angeles, California. Tina was also present at the time.

Rajesh Khanna and Tina Munim

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During a film’s production, Tina Munim and Rajesh Khanna became closer. Tina Munim began living in Kaka’s house after Dimple left his life. Kaka once said of Tina Munim and Dimple Kapadia, “Marrying Dimple was a comeback, and Tina was like an ointment on my wounds.”

Tina Munim herself admitted to having a close relationship with Kaka in one of her interviews. Tina Munim wanted to pursue her relationship with Rajesh Khanna and marry him after being in a relationship for years. Tina Munim had also begun to make her demands known to Kaka.

Tina Munim, on the other hand, has stated that if he divorces Dimple Kapadia, she will marry him. On the other hand, Rajesh Khanna refused to divorce his wife. Tina Munim had made the decision to leave Kaka in such a situation. Tina Munim had also placed a condition in front of Kaka that if he married her, she would only stay with him if he did not.

Tina Munim stated in one of her interviews about Rajesh Khanna, “Kaka is incapable of loving anyone.” He only cares about himself.” Tina Munim moved to California for studies after her breakup with Rajesh Khanna, and in 1992 she had seven rounds with Anil Ambani.

Anil Ambani and Tina Munim

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Tina has repeatedly stated in interviews that her husband Anil has never denied her anything and that there is nothing in her life that she desired but was unable to achieve.

Tina, who prefers to avoid the hustle and bustle of Mumbai, appeared on the cover of Shobhaa De’s magazine “Hello” for the first time in a long time in the April 2012 edition.

Tina told Shobhaa De in an interview for the same magazine that she does not spend her time in branded clothes and beauty parlors like other socialite women; instead, she uses commercial flights whenever necessary, on her husband’s chartered plane. Even after it has existed. Tina’s inner self-confidence, rather than her outward appearances, is what distinguishes her as the best.

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