Mahek Chahal (born 1 February 1979) is a Norwegian actress of Indian descent and model who works in Hindi films and television. She is known for her participation in the Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss 5 and emerged as the runner-up. She also participated in stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 11. Chahal is best known for portraying the role of Naagin Mahek in Colors TV's supernatural franchise Naagin 6.She began her acting career in 2002 with Telugu film Neetho and later made her Hindi debut with Nayee Padosan in 2003. She was also seen in several songs appearances for Hindi, Telugu, Punjabi and Tamil films. In 2011, Chahal participated in Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss 5 and emerged as the runner-up.In 2021, she participated in stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 11. Chahal is best known for portraying the role of Mahek in Colors TV's supernatural franchise Naagin 6.

Career

She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films. Chahal made her television debut with ''C.I.D.'' in 2009.In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.Chahal was also seen as contestant in ''Power couple'' along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu and later appeared as guest in comedy show ''Comedy Nights Bachao''.In 2016, she was seen portraying Manjulika an antagonist in Colors TV's supernatural thriller ''Kavach''.Chahal was also seen as contestant in ''Power couple'' along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu and later appeared as guest in comedy show ''Comedy Nights Bachao''.In 2016, she was seen portraying Manjulika an antagonist in Colors TV's supernatural thriller ''Kavach''. In 2018 she was appererad in Hindi film Nirdosh. It was reported that she would appear as the dancer in Ek Thi Rani Ek Tha Raavan, but Sara Khan was cast for the cameo appearance.She was seen as contestant in stunt-based reality show ''Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11'' which is film in Cape Town, South Africa where she finished at 11th place.Recently, she was seen portraying Shesh Naagin Mahek Gujral the antagonist in Ekta Kapoor's popular supernatural thriller franchise ''Naagin 6'' on Colors TV. Naagin 6 turned out to be the longest running season of the popular franchise. For portraying Mahek Gujral in ''Naagin 6'', Chahal earned widespread acclaim and recognition. Her fierce looks and dialogue delivery made her character very popular among the audiences. For which she received numerous accolades including Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role Popular.

Early work (2002–2011)

She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films. Chahal made her television debut with ''C.I.D.'' in 2009.

Acting career ( 2002-2010)

Mahek made her film debut in 2002 romantic film Neetho. And next made her Hindi debut in 2003 comedy film Nayee Padosan.
She also did item number in the film Chameli (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie Dil Apna Punjabi and had supporting roles in the films Wanted and Main Aurr Mrs Khanna(2009). She did item number in the films Chhodon Naa Yaar . And 2009 film Jai Veeru. Chahal next appeared in the film Marega Salaa. She again did item number in the film Kedi (2010 film).

Early work ( 2002–2011)

She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.She made her film debut in 2002 with the Telugu film ''Neetho'' playing Shalini and later made Hindi debut with romantic-comedy''Nayee Padosan'' playing Pooja Iyengar (A south Indian girl) the film was a moderate success at the box office. She also did item number in the film ''Chameli'' (2004). Chahal next performed in a Punjabi movie ''Dil Apna Punjabi'' playing Lisa Kaur.In 2008, she was seen in supporting roles in Hindi films ''Wanted'' playing Shaina and ''Main Aurr Mrs Khanna'' playing Tia Roberts. She did several appearances in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films. Chahal made her television debut with ''C.I.D.'' in 2009.

Television debut

Mahek made her television debut in C.I.D. in 2009. She was a contestant in reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season (2011) and became a runner-up. Chahal also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet (2011).

Bigg Boss and more (2011–2018)

In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.In 2011, she was participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss in its 5th season where she survived fifteen weeks and emerged as the runner-up. Chahal was also featured in Norwegian reality show Fristet in same year. She then did an item number in the comedy film ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011). She also starred in ''Karar: The Deal'' (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She again appeared in Colors TV's reality show ''Bigg Boss Halla Bol'' in 2015 where she came as a Challenger. She stayed there three weeks until got evicted by facing public votes.Chahal was also seen as contestant in ''Power couple'' along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu and later appeared as guest in comedy show ''Comedy Nights Bachao''.In 2016, she was seen portraying Manjulika an antagonist in Colors TV's supernatural thriller ''Kavach''.Chahal was also seen as contestant in ''Power couple'' along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu and later appeared as guest in comedy show ''Comedy Nights Bachao''.In 2016, she was seen portraying Manjulika an antagonist in Colors TV's supernatural thriller ''Kavach''. In 2018 she was appererad in Hindi film Nirdosh. It was reported that she would appear as the dancer in Ek Thi Rani Ek Tha Raavan, but Sara Khan was cast for the cameo appearance.

2011-2015

Mahek then did an item number in the film Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011). She made her Bengali debut by doing item number in the film Bikram Singha: The Lion Is Back. She also starred in Karar: The Deal (2014). Chahal launched her clothing line Mahek Chahal clothing in Norway. She then appeared in Bigg Boss Halla Bol in 2015. Chahal also appeared in Power couple along with Ashmit Patel. She then did item number in Tamil film Gethu.

Television comeback 2021–present

She was seen as contestant in stunt-based reality show ''Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11'' which is film in Cape Town, South Africa where she finished at 11th place.Recently, she was seen portraying Shesh Naagin Mahek Gujral the antagonist in Ekta Kapoor's popular supernatural thriller franchise ''Naagin 6'' on Colors TV. Naagin 6 turned out to be the longest running season of the popular franchise. For portraying Mahek Gujral in ''Naagin 6'', Chahal earned widespread acclaim and recognition. Her fierce looks and dialogue delivery made her character very popular among the audiences. For which she received numerous accolades including Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role Popular.

2016-present

She appeared in comedy shows like Comedy Nights Bachao . She then appererad in thrilled TV show Kavach in 2018 and then appererad in Nirdosh in (2018). Chahal was a contestant in stunt based reality show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi in its 11 th season which is film in Cape Town , South Africa and eliminated in the 5th week and finished as 11th place.