Meet Mia Maelzer : The actress who played Jhumpa in Stolen

Squiggly Line 13 June 2025 By: Sunny

Born in Kolkata

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Inspired by Stories

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Mastering Her Craft

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Her Big Break

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Beyond the Clouds

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Netflix Fame

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Stolen’s Success

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Directing Dreams

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Mia’s Mission

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