Aviva Baig is a Delhi-based photographer, producer, and former national-level footballer who gained widespread attention after her engagement to Raihan Vadra, son of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Robert Vadra. She co-founded Atelier 11, blending artistic photography with commercial projects across India.
Early Life and Family
Aviva Baig hails from a prominent Delhi family, with her father Imran Baig running a successful business and her mother Nandita Baig working as an interior designer. The Baig family maintains close social ties with the Vadra-Gandhi family in Delhi’s elite circles. Born around 2000, she is approximately 25 years old as of 2025 and follows Islam, though she keeps her personal faith private.
Education Background
Aviva completed her schooling at Modern School, Barakhamba Road, Delhi, a prestigious institution with historical Congress connections. She later earned a degree in Media Communication and Journalism from OP Jindal Global University (JGU) in Sonipat. During her studies, she balanced academics with national-level football, showcasing her athletic prowess.
Professional Career
Aviva Baig excels as a fine art and commercial photographer, capturing everyday life, nature, and emotional narratives through her lens. As co-founder of Atelier 11, a photography studio and production house, she collaborates with brands, agencies, and clients nationwide. Her portfolio on avivabaig.com features projects from Ladakh, Goa, Mumbai, and beyond, described as reflecting a “quiet observer’s” perspective.
Additional media roles include freelance producer at PlusRymn, junior project manager at PROPAGANDA, marketing intern at Art Chain India, and editor-in-chief of The Journal at I-Parliament.
Achievements and Exhibitions
- Exhibited at “You Cannot Miss This” with Method Gallery (2023) and India Art Fair’s Young Collector Programme (2023).
- Showcased “The Illusory World” at The Quorum Club (2019).
- Featured at India Design ID with K2 India (2018).
Her work has appeared in national and international publications, earning recognition in India’s contemporary art scene. With around 9-13K Instagram followers (@avivabaig), she engages audiences through visual storytelling.
Personal Life and Raihan Vadra Engagement
Aviva has been in a relationship with Raihan Vadra for seven years, culminating in their engagement announced in late December 2025. Both aspiring photographers, the couple’s families share deep Delhi connections. She stands at 5 feet 6 inches (1.6m) tall and weighs around 55 kg, per profile estimates.
