Mia Maelzer is an Indian actress who’s made a name for herself with her powerful acting and hard work in Indian and international cinema. Her short film The Field won an award at the Toronto Film Festival and was nominated for a BAFTA in 2019.
Mia Maelzer’s wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Mia Maelzer |
| Nickname | Mia M |
| Born | 1985 (exact date not available) |
| Age | 40 Years |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Hometown | Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Mentors | David Lee Strasberg, Ariane Mnouchkine, G. Venugopalan, Rita Ganguly |
| Job | Actress, director, acting coach |
| Hobbies | Classical dance, theater, watching movies |
Mia’s Education
Mia studied at St. Xavier’s School, Panihati, Kolkata, and graduated with a degree in Communicative English from Kolkata University. In 2016, she got a diploma in acting from the National School of Drama (NSD), Delhi. Learning Hindi at NSD was tough for her since she comes from a Bengali background. She also trained with big names like David Lee Strasberg (New York), Ariane Mnouchkine (Paris), G. Venugopalan (Koodiyattam), and Rita Ganguly.
Mia’s Family
Mia’s family loves art and literature. Her parents are from Bangladesh and Nepal, and her mom never went to school. Her grandmother, who was into storytelling and literature, had a distant connection to Satyajit Ray’s family. Mia’s family includes painters, writers, lawyers, and journalists. Her grandma introduced her to stories and art as a kid, which inspired her acting career.
Mia’s Film Journey
Mia started with small roles in 2001. Her talent and hard work earned her recognition in Indian and global cinema. Here are her major films:
- The Field (2018): Won an award at Toronto Film Festival, nominated for BAFTA 2019.
- Beyond the Clouds (2017): Directed by Majid Majidi, where she acted and coached.
- Tikli and Laxmi Bomb: Lead role, available on Netflix.
- Ek Betuke Aadmi Ki Afrah Raatein: With Adil Hussain, premiered in France.
- The Bread (2023): Played Smita.
- Stolen (2023): Played Jhumpa, praised at Venice Film Festival.
During COVID, Mia directed a film that was shown at the Toronto South Asian Film Festival. She also runs her own performing arts company, where she creates plays and teaches acting.
Recent Projects
In 2023, Mia acted in The Bread and Stolen, earning lots of praise. Her directed film was featured at the Toronto South Asian Film Festival. She wants to make films that bring social change in the future.
Mia’s Personal Life
Mia lives a simple life. She loves films by Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, and Ritwik Ghatak. Her grandma taught her to appreciate Ray’s storytelling. Mia admires Judi Dench, Tilda Swinton, and Smita Patil. She sees cinema as a way to create social change and wants to make films that reach everyone.
- Mia Maelzer’s Instagram ID: @miamaelzer
Fun Facts about Mia’s
- Mia’s family is distantly related to Satyajit Ray’s family.
- She’s been doing classical dance since she was three.
- Learning Hindi at NSD was a challenge for her.
- She directed a film during COVID.
- She was nominated for Best Actress in France and London (2016-17).
FAQs
How old is Mia Maelzer?
40 years (in 2025)
Mia Maelzer first film?
Small roles in 2001, but The Field (2018) was her big break.
Mia Maelzer award?
The Field (2018) won at the Toronto Film Festival.