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Jigna Vora

Jigna Vora is a former Crime Journalist. She was falsely accused of having a connection in the murder of Journalist Jyotirmoy Dey. Her biographical memoir Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison inspired the 2023 Netflix series Scoop.

Some Quick Facts about Jigna Vora

TITLEDESCRIPTION
NameJigna Jitendra Vora
Age49 years (as of 2023)
Birthdate 22 February 1974 
ZodiacPisces
BirthplaceGhatkopar, Mumbai,
Maharashtra
HobbiesDancing, astrology, tarot card
reading
Educational QualificationDG Ruparel College in Mumbai,
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management in Mumbai
Net Worth1 Million (as of 2023)
OccupationFormer Crime Journalist
NationalityIndian
ReligionHinduism
Marital StatusDivorced
Father’s NameNot known
Mother’s NameHarshaben
Social Media PresenceInstagram: Click here
Twitter: Click here

Early Life and Education

Jigna Jitendra Vora was born in 1974 in Ghatkopar, Mumbai. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Law from DG Ruparel College and a diploma in mass communications from K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai. Her journey into crime reporting began with the guidance of her faculty member, Velly Thevar, a well-known crime reporter.

She decided to pursue a career in the media as a single mother after divorce, along with his son.

She has leadership skills with sheer confidence and a never-ending will to achieve what she wants in her life.

Physical Features

Height1.65 m (5’5″)
Weight70 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Some Interesting Facts about Jigna Vora

  • Jigna Jitendra Vora was born in 22 February1974 in Ghatkopar, Mumbai.
  • She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Law from DG Ruparel College and a diploma in mass communications from K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai.
  • Jigna Vora started her media career as a court reporter at the Free Press Journal in 2005. She covered high-profile cases, including gangster Abu Salem’s trial.
  • Over the years, she worked for media houses like Mumbai Mirror, Mid-day, and the Asian Age. Her reporting included stories on underworld figures, bomb blast accused, and sensational murder cases.
  • In 2011, she was working as the Deputy Chief of the Bureau of Asian Age when she was arrested in connection with J Dey’s murder.
  • She was in prison for 9 months and her trial lasted for seven years.
  • In 2019, she penned her biographical memoir “Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison.”
  • 2023 Netflix series called “Scoop” was based on the experience of Jigna Vora in Prison.
  • She practices tarot reading and astrology now.

Career

Jigna Vora started her media career as a court reporter at the Free Press Journal in 2005. She covered high-profile cases, including gangster Abu Salem’s trial. Over the years, she worked for media houses like Mumbai Mirror, Mid-day, and the Asian Age. Her reporting included stories on underworld figures, bomb blast accused, and sensational murder cases.

In 2011, she was working as the Deputy Chief of the Bureau of Asian Age when she was arrested in connection with J Dey’s murder.

Accusation

Jigna Vora’s involvement in the Jyotirmoy Dey murder case marks the most significant controversy in her life. She was falsely accused and tried among ten other criminals, including gangster Chhota Rajan.

Despite her innocence, she was arrested and charged under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).

Throughout her long, seven-year trial, Vora maintained her innocence. This false accusation and the subsequent trial had a lasting impact on Vora’s life and career and went to Prison for almost 9 months, but her resilience and determination allowed her to rise above the controversy and reinvent herself.

In 2019, she penned her biographical memoir “Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison.” The book explores her experiences as a journalist, her seven-year-long trial, and her eventual release. 2023 Netflix series called “Scoop” was based on the experience of Jigna Vora in Prison.

Bigg Boss 17

Post her incarceration and transition to writing, Jigna Vora ventured into reality television as a contestant on the Indian show “Bigg Boss Season 17,” which began airing in October 2023.

When asked about her motivation to participate in the reality show, Jigna Vora revealed that it was her son who encouraged her to take this bold step. The opportunity to showcase her real self beyond the realm of crime reporting seems to be the driving force behind her decision.

Jigna mentioned that she doesn’t have any game plan or strategy for surviving in the show, it is clear that she admires those who are authentic to themselves, a trait she may strive to embody during her stint in the Bigg Boss house.

In 2019, she penned her biographical memoir “Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison.” The book explores her experiences as a journalist, her seven-year-long trial, and her eventual release. 2023 Netflix series called “Scoop” was based on the experience of Jigna Vora in Prison.

FAQ’s

Who is Jigna Vora?

Jigna Vora is a former Crime Journalist. Her biographical memoir Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison inspired the 2023 Netflix series Scoop.

How old is Jigna Vora?

She is currently 49 years old as of 2023.

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