Rhona Mitra

Basic Information:

• Name: Rhona Natasha Mitra​

• Date of Birth: August 9, 1976

• Nationality: British​

• Profession: Actress, Model, Singer, Songwriter​

• Social Media Links: Currently, Rhona Mitra does not maintain official public social media profiles.​

Biography:

Rhona Mitra was born in Paddington, London, to parents Nora Downey and Anthony Mitra, a cosmetic surgeon. She has an older and a younger brother. Her diverse heritage includes Bengali Indian and English descent from her father's side and Irish roots from her mother. At the age of eight, following her parents' divorce, Mitra was sent to boarding school, where she spent several years at two different institutions.

Mitra's career began in the mid-1990s, initially gaining attention as the live-action model for Lara Croft, the protagonist of Eidos Interactive's "Tomb Raider" video game series. This role catapulted her into the public eye and paved the way for her acting career. ​

Transitioning to acting, Mitra secured roles in both British and American television series and films. Notably, she portrayed Major Eden Sinclair in the science fiction/action film "Doomsday" (2008) and Sonja, the daughter of vampire elder Viktor, in "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" (2009). Her television credits include significant roles such as Dr. Rachel Scott in "The Last Ship" and Major Rachel Dalton in the second and third seasons of "Strike Back."

Career Timeline:

• 1997: Featured as the live-action model for Lara Croft in the "Tomb Raider" video game series. ​

• 1999: Appeared in the film "Beowulf" as Kyra.​

• 2000: Starred in "Get Carter" alongside Sylvester Stallone.​

• 2003-2004: Played Tara Wilson in "The Practice" and continued the role in "Boston Legal."​

• 2008: Led the film "Doomsday" as Major Eden Sinclair.

• 2009: Portrayed Sonja in "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans."​

• 2012-2013: Cast as Major Rachel Dalton in "Strike Back."​

• 2014-2015: Starred as Dr. Rachel Scott in "The Last Ship."​

Achievements:

• Awards & Recognition: While Mitra has not received major acting awards, her performances, particularly in "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans," have been well-received by audiences and critics alike.​

• Philanthropic Work: Mitra is known for her involvement in various charitable causes, including animal rights and environmental conservation. ​

Key Quotes / Catchphrases:

While specific catchphrases are not widely documented, Mitra has been quoted discussing her diverse heritage and career choices, reflecting her thoughtful approach to her work and personal identity.​

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