Jigna Vora Wiki, Age, Biography, Husband, Family & Networth

Jigna Vora is a popular journalist. She gained attention in 2011 when she was arrested for her alleged involvement in the murder of renowned journalist Jyotirmoy Dey. However, she was acquitted of all charges in 2018.

Throughout her career, she worked as a crime reporter for various media houses, including Free Press Journal, Mid-day, Mumbai Mirror, and the Asian Age.

She also participated as a contestant in the reality show “Bigg Boss 17” in the same year.

Jigna Vora Wiki/Biography

Jigna Jitendra Vora, nicknamed JV, is a versatile personality known for her diverse roles – a former crime reporter, consciousness healer, Aatmic Awareness teacher, tarot card reader, and astrologist.

She was born in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, in 1974, she underwent significant life changes, including a spiritual awakening during her time in prison.

Physical Appearance

With a height of 5′ 5″, black eyes, and black hair.

Family, Caste & Boyfriend

Jigna Vora, born to Harshaben (deceased) and an unnamed father, faced challenges in her personal life, including a troubled marriage that ended in separation. She has a son.

Jigna Vora with Family

Career

Jigna Vora’s journey in journalism started with her education at DG Ruparel College and K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management.

Inspired by renowned crime reporter Velly Thevar, she pursued a career in crime reporting, working for notable media houses like Free Press Journal, Mid-day, Mumbai Mirror, and the Asian Age. Despite being accused in the J Dey murder case, she was acquitted in 2018.

Controversies

She was in a high-profile J Dey murder case. Her arrest and subsequent acquittal became a significant chapter in her life, leading to a spiritual transformation during her imprisonment.

Money Factor

As the Deputy Chief of the Bureau at Asian Age, Jigna Vora earned over Rs 1 lakh. Post-acquittal, her attempts to secure employment were hindered by her criminal record.

Facts

1. Jigna Vora’s career was inspired by Velly Thevar, a renowned crime reporter.

Jigna with Award

2. Her return to Mumbai in 2004 marked the beginning of her media career after a troubled marriage.

3. Despite challenges post-acquittal, she delved into spirituality, becoming a consciousness healer and tarot card reader.

4. Her autobiographical book, “Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison,” released in 2019, detailing her arrest, imprisonment, and experiences.

Jigna Vora Netflix Series

5. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta adapted her memoir into the drama series “Scoop” on Netflix in 2023, featuring Karishma Tanna.

6. She also featured in Bigg Boss 17 with other participants like Mannara Chopra, Soniya Bansal, Navid Sole, Rinku Dhawan

7. Jigna Vora wears a Trishul-shaped nose ring and appeared as a contestant on “Bigg Boss 17” in 2023.

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