Chum Darang is an Indian model, actress, and Beauty pageants Title holder, also a social activist and entrepreneur from Pasighat of Arunachal Pradesh.[1] She's currently a contestant of the Indian reality show, Bigg Boss 18.
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Chum has a family of 6, her parents (Tajeep Darang and Yamik Dulom Darang) and 3 siblings, 2 younger brothers ( Tabit Darang and Ninong Darang) and 1 elder sister (Mitu Darang). She also successfully runs her own cafe called 'Cafe Chu' in Pasighat. She played a small role in the series, Paatal Lok. Darang is a social activist and was recognized by the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh for her work.[citation needed]
Beauty pageants
editDarang's interest in beauty pageants started in 2007 when she was just 16 and a major turning point was her winning Miss AAPSU 2010.[2] She later participated in various National and International beauty contests. She was one of the finalists of North East Diva 2014[3] and was the second Runner up at Miss Himalaya 2015.[4]
Miss Earth India 2016
editShe participated in Miss Earth India 2016 contest which sends its winner to Miss Earth and won Miss Earth India Water 2016.[5]
Miss Asia World 2017
editShe represented India in Miss Asia World 2017 beauty pageant, competing with contestants from 24 countries. She stood fifth and won the Miss Internet sub-title.[6][7]
Miss Tiara India International 2017
editShe currently holds the crown of Miss Tiara India International 2017. She also won two subtitles "Miss Sports Gear" and "Miss Best National costume", defeating 28 contestants including participants from United States and Turkey.[8]
Acting Career
editIn 2022, Chum made her web series debut with Paatal Lok. The series is directed by Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy. In 2022, she made her film debut with Badhaai Do. The film is directed by Harshavardhan Kulkarni. Where she played a pivotal role opposite Bhumi Pednekar and Rajkummar Rao. Her portrayal of a same-sex partner in the film was highly praised for its sensitivity and authenticity, adding to the larger conversation about LGBTQ+ representation in Indian cinema. Chum's performance in Badhaai Do helped her gain recognition as an emerging talent in the Indian film industry. She also acted in Alia Bhatt starer film Gangubai Kathiawadi.[9][10]
Filmography
editFilms
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2022 | Badhaai Do | Rimjhim Jongkey | [11] | |
| Gangubai Kathiawadi | Chum | [12] |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2020 | Paatal Lok | Infomercial girl | [13] | |
| 2024–present | Bigg Boss 18 | Contestant | [14] |
External links
edit- Chum Darang at IMDb
References
edit- ^ "Small town girls have potential to represent their state: Chum Darang". The Times of India. 13 February 2014. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "Meet Chum Darang from Arunachal, "Miss Earth India 2016" Finalist". North East Today. Archived from the original on 25 May 2017. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "Chum Darang qualifies for 2014 Vivel North East DIVA Beauty Pageant final". Arunachal News. 14 January 2014.
- ^ "Tanshuman Gurung wins Miss Himalaya Pageant crown". Misshimalaya.com. 5 October 2015.
- ^ "Chum Darang Wins Miss Earth India Water Crown". North East Today. 7 October 2016.
- ^ "Arunachal beauty Chum Darang fifth runners up at Miss Asia World". Arunachal Times. 22 May 2017. Archived from the original on 26 June 2017. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "Pasighat welcomes Miss Asia World runners-up title winner Chum Darang". Arunachal Times. 28 May 2017. Archived from the original on 5 July 2017. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
- ^ "Chum Darang crowned Miss Tiara India International-2017". Arunachal Times. 13 January 2017. Archived from the original on 15 June 2017. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "Chum Darang: My character in Badhaai Do is a fun girl, I had no inhibitions playing her". The Times of India. 8 February 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "Chum Darang entered Bigg Boss 18 to promote North-East India culture". Mid-day. 12 October 2024. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "Bhumi Pednekar's Badhaai Do co-star Chum Darang to be a part of Bigg Boss 18? Here's what we know". The Times of India. 6 October 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ "Bigg Boss 18 contestant Chum Darang says she respects Gangubai Kathiawadi co-star Alia Bhatt as an actor: 'She is very hardworking'". The Indian Express. 8 October 2024. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ Azeem, Eba Fatima. "Bigg Boss 18 Contestant Chum Darang: 5 Lesser-known Facts About The Arunachal Pradesh Girl". News24. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ "Exclusive: Bigg Boss 18's Chum Darang: I won't tolerate disrespect of any kind, this is one thing that can trigger me". The Times of India. 10 October 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 9 November 2024.