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Jaanmoni Das (Bigg Boss Malayalam 6) Biography: Age, Career, Family &️

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 1, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth1 May 1989

Age35 Years (as of 2024)

BirthplaceGuwahati, Assam, India

ProfessionCelebrity Makeup Artist, Dancer, Transgender Activist

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather: Saurav Das; Mother: Beauty Das; Brothers: Dharani Das and Surya Prakash Medhi

Jaanmoni Das (Bigg Boss Malayalam 6) Biography

Jaanmoni Das is an Indian celebrity makeup artist, classical dancer and transgender activist from Guwahati, Assam. Known as one of Kerala’s early celebrity

Early life and background

Jaanmoni Das was born on 1 May 1989 in Guwahati, Assam, and grew up partly in her grandmother’s village home. Assigned male at birth, she realized early on that her interests and mannerisms aligned with a feminine identity. Her family’s reaction varied: her father and brothers were supportive relatively quickly, while her mother took longer to accept her. She has two younger brothers, Dharani Das and Surya Prakash Medhi. A relative of the singer Bhupenda Hazarika, Jaanmoni spent much of her childhood drawn to art and dance.

She trained in classical Indian dance and holds degrees in Sattriya and Bharatanatyam, and she is also trained in Kathak. Dance and performing arts figured strongly in her early life and provided an entry point into theatre and later makeup work.

Career

Jaanmoni began working as a bridal makeup artist in 2006. Her transition into professional makeup grew from a stint with a travelling theatre company, where a colleague noticed her talent for makeup and suggested she pursue it. She assisted established Assamese makeup artist Ratul Boro and eventually took over his clients when he relocated.

Over the years she built a substantial portfolio: styling more than 1,000 brides and serving as makeup artist on dozens of films across regional industries. By 2024 she had worked on more than 36 Assamese films, 8 Malayalam films, 8 Tamil films, 4 Kannada films, and 3 Telugu films. Notable Malayalam films she contributed to include Colour of the Sky (2012), Run Baby Run (2012), Kalimannu (2013), How Old Are You? (2014), and Ennum Eppozhum (2015).

A move to Kerala in 2010 during an Assamese film shoot led to magazine and film opportunities that helped her establish a foothold in the Malayalam film industry. She styled looks for personalities including Amala Paul, Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, Lissy Priyadarshan and others, and is recognized as one of Kerala’s first celebrity makeup artists. Her credits extend to reality television shows, television commercials and high-profile cover shoots.

Jaanmoni has won industry recognition, including the Outstanding Performance award from Beautypolis (2015), the NBC Bridal Makeup Award (2019), and Best Makeup Artist at the IIFA Awards (2019). She also founded Evolve Fashion Academy to run makeup workshops, has walked ramps at bridal and fashion events, and is frequently invited as a chief guest at the openings of makeup studios.

Public profile

Beyond makeup and dance, Jaanmoni is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights. She is associated with Dhwayah Transgender Cultural and Charitable Organization and works to empower members of the community. She has spoken publicly about her own gender journey and the hormonal treatment she has undergone as part of pursuing womanhood.

Personal details often shared in media include her love of actress Sridevi and an expressed desire to work for her. Jaanmoni is fluent in Hindi, English and Malayalam. She ran away from home at age 14 and has discussed the challenges she faced early in her career, including difficulty finding work and housing when she first moved to Kochi.

Digital and entrepreneurial activity

Jaanmoni launched a YouTube channel in January 2016 that features makeover videos; as of 2024 the channel has over 1.69K subscribers. Her professional services have established price points reported in wedding-industry sources, for example fees for bridal and guest makeup. She continues to teach through Evolve Fashion Academy and to appear at industry events.

Latest updates

In 2024 Jaanmoni was a contestant on season 6 of Bigg Boss Malayalam, bringing her public profile further into mainstream television. As of 2024 she resides in Chittur, Kochi, Kerala.

Public image and interests

Jaanmoni is often referred to in press and social media as a leading makeup professional and is known for her stage background and work across multiple South Asian film industries. She is comfortable in the public eye, often appearing at social events, fashion shows and industry openings. She has acknowledged enjoying alcohol at social occasions, and prior to its ban she was active on TikTok.

Overall, Jaanmoni Das’s biography reflects a career built at the intersection of classical dance, theatrical makeup and mainstream film and television makeup artistry, together with visible advocacy for transgender and LGBTQIA+ representation.

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Recent Work

Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 6

Contestant on the reality television show in 2024

2024
Makeup artist credits (selected films)

Worked as makeup artist on Colour of the Sky (2012), Run Baby Run (2012), Kalimannu (2013), How Old Are You? (2014), Ennum Eppozhum (2015)

2012-2015
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Career Highlights

  1. Began career as a bridal makeup artist in 2006 and styled over 1,000 brides
  2. Worked across Assamese, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Telugu films
  3. Won NBC Bridal Makeup Award (2019) and Best Makeup Artist at IIFA Awards (2019)
  4. Founder of Evolve Fashion Academy and regular workshop leader
  5. Contestant on Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 6 (2024)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jaanmoni Das (Bigg Boss Malayalam 6) born?

1 May 1989

What is Jaanmoni Das (Bigg Boss Malayalam 6) known for?

Celebrity Makeup Artist, Dancer, Transgender Activist

What is Jaanmoni Das (Bigg Boss Malayalam 6)’s marital status?

Unmarried