Chum Darang is a well-known face in the Indian film industry with her on-screen talent, off-screen business, and social activism activities. She is a native of Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, where she was born on October 16, 1991. As of 2025, she is 34 years old. Chum, along with her family,y that were always there to support her, spent her childhood and teenage years dreaming of becoming a beauty queen and an actress.
Early Beginnings and Pageant Success
At the age of 16, she started winning local beauty contests that marked her path to success. The first title that she can count among her achievements is that of ‘Miss North East Diva 2014’ finalist. After that, she became the second runner-up of ‘Miss Himalaya 2015’, represented India at ‘Miss Earth India 2016’, and won the ‘Miss Earth India Water’ crown. Later on, she secured the Miss Internet sub-title at Miss Asia World 2017, while also finishing fifth overall, and later won the Miss Tiara India International title that year.
Acting Career and Notable Roles
Chum Darang’s insignificant yet unforgettable role in the Amazon Prime series “Paatal Lok” (2020) is her debut entry into acting. Her career got a boost from the 2022 movie “Badhaai Do,” which was critically acclaimed, where the character of Rimjhim Jongkey, the same-sex partner of Bhumi Pednekar’s character, was played by her among other characters. Due to her subtle acting, she garnered a plethora of praise and helped create an atmosphere conducive to LGBTQ+ representation in Indian cinema. During this year only, she got a chance to act in the superhit movie of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, which is titled “Gangubai Kathiawadi,” and where she worked with Alia Bhatt. In the years 2024–25, with the help of a reality TV show, she landed a prominent position as a contestant and 4th runner-up on “Bigg Boss 18,” thus, she made herself known to the entire country. Additionally, in 2025, she will be in front of the camera for the project called “Khauf”, which is a suspense-thriller TV show.
Personal Life and Relationships
It is quite surprising that despite Chum Darang’s status, she has always kept her personal life away from the public. Currently, i.e., 2025, she is rumoured to be single with no reports of a boyfriend or a relationship and is mostly said to be focusing on her career and social work.
Entrepreneurship and Activism
Apart from acting, Chum is the one who runs Cafe Chu in Pasighat, which helps in popularising the culture and food of the Northeast. She is very committed to the movements and has been recognised by the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh for her contribution to community welfare, environmental conservation, and LGBTQ+ representation.
Net Worth
Her net worth is approximately ₹10 crores as of 2025, which she has made through films, TV, modelling projects, reality shows, endorsements, and entrepreneurial ventures.
