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Nora Fatehi Dancer
Nora Fatehi, born on February 6, 1992, is a Canadian dancer and actress who has established herself in the Indian entertainment industry. Her career spans across Hindi, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema. She entered the acting arena with the Hindi movie “Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans.”
Nora Fatehi gained recognition in Telugu cinema for her special appearance songs in popular films like “Temper,” “Baahubali: The Beginning,” and “Kick 2.” Additionally, she ventured into Malayalam cinema with roles in “Double Barrel” and “Kayamkulam Kochunni.”
Her television appearances include participating in the reality show “Bigg Boss” in 2015 and as a contestant on the dance reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” in 2016. She garnered immense popularity with her performance in the recreated version of the song “Dilbar” from the Bollywood film “Satyameva Jayate,” which quickly amassed over 20 million views on YouTube within 24 hours of its release, a milestone for Hindi music.
In 2019, Nora Fatehi ventured into international music with her debut English single “Pepeta,” in collaboration with Tanzanian musician Rayvanny. She was also selected to feature in “Light The Sky,” a song for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, collaborating with renowned artists.
She continued her journey in Bollywood with supporting roles in films like “Street Dancer 3D” (2020) and “Bhuj: The Pride of India” (2021). Additionally, she has served as a judge on television shows such as “Dance Deewane Juniors” and “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10.” Despite her Moroccan Canadian background, Fatehi has expressed a strong affinity for India, considering herself “an Indian at heart.”
Early and Personal Life
Nora Fatehi, born and raised in Canada to Moroccan parents, identifies strongly with Indian culture. Despite her Moroccan Canadian background, she often expresses her deep connection to India. Nora Fatehi attended Westview Centennial Secondary School in Toronto before pursuing studies in political science and international relations at York University. She is recognized for her multifaceted talents as a dancer, model, actress, and singer, primarily celebrated for her contributions to the Indian film industry.
Career
Nora Fatehi kicked off her career with a bang, making her debut in the Hindi film “Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans” where she portrayed the character CJ, marking her acting debut. She then delved into Telugu cinema with an item number titled “Ittage Recchipodham” in Puri Jagannadh’s “Temper”. Following that, she made notable appearances in films like “Mr. X” directed by Vikram Bhatt, and contributed to the songs “Manohari” in “Baahubali: The Beginning” and “Kukkurukuru” in “Kick 2”.
In 2020, Nora Fatehishowcased her dancing prowess in “Street Dancer 3D” as Mia, sharing the screen with Varun Dhawan. Her single “Dilbar” made her the first African-Arab female artiste to surpass one billion views on YouTube. She also debuted internationally with “Dirty Little Secret”, performed at the 22nd IIFA Awards. That same year, she portrayed the character Heena, a spy, in “Bhuj: The Pride of India”.
Moving to 2024, Nora Fatehi expanded her acting portfolio with diverse roles. She portrayed Alia, a social media influencer, in “Crakk” alongside Vidyut Jammwal, although the film received criticism for underutilizing her talent. Following that, she played Tasha in Kunal Khemu’s directorial debut “Madgaon Express” opposite Divyenndu, earning praise for her performance.
Critics like Vedanshi Pathak of Filmfare lauded Fatehi’s dancing skills, highlighting her ability to captivate audiences with each performance. Apart from her acting career, she’s also endorsed brands like Dabur and CakeZone. Notably, Fatehi became the only actress to perform twice at the IIFA Awards in 2023. Additionally, she embarked on “The Entertainers” tour in March 2023 across various cities in the United States, sharing the stage with renowned artists like Akshay Kumar, Disha Patani, and others.
Mini Bio
| Name | Info |
|---|---|
| Name | Nora Fatehi |
| Date of Birth | 6 February 1992 |
| Birth Place | Canada |
| Citizenship | Canada, India |
| Nationality | Canada |
| University | N/A |
| Profession | Actress, Model , Dancer |
| Career | 2014–present |
| Height | 5′ 4″ (1.63 m) |
| Spouse | |
| Marriage Date | N/A |
| Parents | N/A |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Children Name | N/A |
| Relatives | Omar Fatehi(Sibling) |
Flims / Movies
| Year | Title | Language(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans | Hindi | |
| 2015 | Crazy Cukkad Family | Hindi | |
| 2015 | Temper | Telugu | |
| 2015 | Mr. X | Hindi | |
| 2015 | Double Barrel | Malayalam | |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Telugu/Tamil | |
| 2015 | Kick 2 | Telugu | |
| 2015 | Sher | Telugu | |
| 2015 | Loafer | Telugu | |
| 2016 | Rocky Handsome | Hindi | |
| 2016 | Oopiri / Thozha | Telugu/Tamil | |
| 2018 | My Birthday Song | Hindi | |
| 2018 | Satyameva Jayate | Hindi | |
| 2018 | Stree | Hindi | |
| 2018 | Kayamkulam Kochuni | Malayalam | |
| 2019 | Bharat | Hindi | |
| 2019 | Batla House | Hindi | |
| 2019 | Marjaavaan | Hindi | |
| 2020 | Street Dancer 3D | Hindi | |
| 2021 | Bhuj: The Pride of India | Hindi | |
| 2021 | Satyameva Jayate 2 | Hindi | |
| 2022 | Thank God | Hindi | |
| 2022 | An Action Hero | Hindi | |
| 2024 | Crakk | Hindi | |
| 2024 | Madgaon Express | Hindi | |
| 2024 | Dancing Dad † | Completed | |
| 2024 | Matka † | Telugu |
Television / Shows
| Year | Title | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| 2015–2016 | Bigg Boss 9 | |
| 2016 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9 | |
| 2018 | MTV Dating in the Dark | |
| 2022 | Dance Deewane Juniors 1 | |
| 2022 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10 | |
| 2023 | Hip Hop India 1 |
Reference
- Nora Fatehi (Dancer) – Biography Points

