Meet woman, who has acted in Bollywood films, cracked UPSC exam to become IPS officer, she is...

Born on October 8, 1980, in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Simala Prasad was raised in a family that valued education and culture. Her mother, Mehrunnisa Parvez, is a renowned writer, and her father, Dr. Bhagirath Prasad, was an IAS officer, a university vice-chancellor, and served as an MP from Bhind (2014-2019).

From a young age, Simala was passionate about dance and acting. She participated in numerous cultural programs and plays during her school and college years, nurturing her love for performing arts.

Simala studied at St. Joseph's Co-ed School and earned a B.Com from the Institute for Excellence in Higher Education, followed by a post-graduate degree from Barkatullah University, where she topped her exams and received a gold medal.

Initially, Simala joined the Madhya Pradesh Police as a DSP after clearing the MPPSC exam. Despite her early success, she decided to aim higher and began preparing for the UPSC exam.

With determination and support from her family, Simala cleared the UPSC exam on her first attempt, becoming an IPS officer—a journey she says she hadn’t initially planned, but which became her ambition due to her family’s influence.

Alongside her role as an IPS officer, Simala appeared in Bollywood films. Her first film, Alif, was released in February 2017, followed by Nakkash in 2019, showcasing her talent in acting.

Simala also faced personal challenges, like a knee injury that forced her to give up badminton, but she remained focused on her goals. Her story is a true example of balancing passion with duty and achieving success in both.