Uma Karuna Thurman is an American actor who rose to fame with her portrayal of ‘Mia Wallace’ in the dark comedy movie ‘Pulp Fiction.’ Her role in the movie made her one of Hollywood’s A-list stars. She is a dedicated actor who does not mind shedding her glamorous image. Her deglamorized role in the ‘Kill Bill’ movie series won her awards and appreciation. She was born into a family known for its unconventional ways of life and was given a Hindu name and a Buddhist upbringing. Growing up, the lanky girl was often made fun of because of her angular frame and large feet. Though she is now famous for her exotic beauty, there was a time when she was highly insecure about herself and her body. She found solace in acting and actively participated in dramatics in high school. Believing that she was meant to be an actor, she quit school at 15 to pursue an acting career. Initially, she had to earn her livelihood by doing dishes and modeling, before landing small roles in films. She got her big breakthrough in 1994 when she appeared in the movie ‘Pulp Fiction.’ She was then critically acclaimed for her role in the ‘Kill Bill’ film series.