Biography
Priya Malik is an Indian actress, poet, storyteller, and spoken‑word artist. She was born on Janu 9, 1986 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. She completed her schooling in Dehradun and later graduated with English (Hons), before studying Teaching and Applied Linguistics at the University of South Australia. Early in her career she worked as a teacher and trainer, and during her time in Australia she participated in poetry slams and stand‑up comedy. This creative foundation laid the groundwork for her later work in television, poetry, acting, and social commentary.

Career Life
Priya Malik gained wide public attention after participating in reality‑TV shows including abroad stint on “Big Brother Australia 11,” and later her appearance in Indian television via Bigg Boss 9. Alongside TV, she built a niche as a spoken‑word poet and storyteller, performing on major platforms and gaining popularity for her candid, modern voice. She has acted in TV shows like Nazar, and worked in theatre, short films, and digital media. Through her varied work — acting, poetry, writing and activism — she has established herself as a multi‑faceted creative in Indian entertainment.

Personal Life
Priya Malik married businessman Karan Bakshi in October 2022. The couple recently welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on March 24, 2024. Before this, she endured a miscarriage in 2023 — an emotionally challenging period which she disclosed publicly, bringing attention to the often‑hidden realities of pregnancy and loss. Priya balances her artistic career with motherhood, maintaining an open, honest dialogue about mental health, resilience and self‑care. She values authenticity, often describing herself as a poet first, and an actor or storyteller as secondary.