ITF Model Kiran Kannaujiya Gorakhpur
Kiran Kannaujiya (born 1981) is an Indian model and television personality, best known for her participation in the reality TV show Mr. & Miss India’s Best Supermodel. A native of Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, Kannaujiya rose to national attention for breaking age stereotypes in the Indian modeling industry, becoming a source of inspiration for aspiring models across the country.
Early Life and Background
Kiran Kannaujiya was born and raised in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Despite nurturing a passion for modeling from a young age, societal expectations and lack of opportunities delayed her entry into the fashion industry. For years, her dream of becoming a professional model remained unfulfilled due to the absence of a clear path and industry exposure.
Career
Kannaujiya’s modeling journey began later in life, at the age of 43, when she participated in Mr. & Miss India’s Best Supermodel, a reality TV show aimed at discovering and promoting new modeling talent in India. Her appearance on the show was marked by her determination, authenticity, and confidence, challenging conventional norms about age and success in the fashion world.
She credits I.B.S (India’s Best Supermodel) for giving her the platform to pursue her long-standing dream. According to Kannaujiya, the show played a pivotal role in transforming her life—boosting her self-confidence and reinforcing her belief that passion and perseverance are more important than age in achieving one’s goals.
Personal Life
Kiran Kannaujiya is married and often acknowledges her husband’s krishna Mohan unwavering support as a key factor in her journey. She has publicly expressed gratitude for his encouragement, stating that he provided the “sky for her flight” and helped her believe that age is not a barrier to success.
Legacy and Impact
Kiran Kannaujiya’s story has resonated with many, especially women across India who aspire to restart or reinvent their careers later in life. Her journey exemplifies the message that dreams have no expiry date and that personal transformation is always possible with courage and conviction.