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Pooja Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 24 February 1972
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Actor, Film Producer, Film Director, Film Actor, Film Editor, Screenwriter, Model
  • Father Mahesh Bhatt
  • Mother Kiran Bhatt
  • Spouse Manish Makhija (2003; 2014)
  • Siblings Rahul Bhatt, Alia Bhatt
  • Years active 1989-present

Related Other Pages:

  • Big Girls Dont Cry Bgdc, 
  • Rahul Bhatt, 
  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin
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ABOUT Pooja Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt: A Legacy in Hindi Cinema Pooja Bhatt, born February 24, 1972, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema, excelling as an actress, director, and filmmaker. Emerging in the late 1980s, she quickly established herself as a leading lady, achieving critical acclaim and box office success. Her career trajectory showcases versatility and a willingness to take on diverse roles. Bhatt's career launched with Mahesh Bhatt's Daddy (1989), earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. The romantic comedy Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991) proved a significant breakthrough, becoming her highest-grossing film. Throughout the 1990s, she delivered memorable performances in films like Sadak, Junoon, Naaraaz, Chaahat, Tamanna, Border, Kabhi Na Kabhi, Angaaray, and Zakhm, showcasing a range that extended beyond typical romantic leads. While recent acting credits are limited, her contributions to Hindi cinema remain significant. She is a recipient of several accolades, including two National Film Awards and a Filmfare Award, solidifying her legacy as a talented and influential personality in the Indian film industry. Her directorial ventures and continued involvement behind the camera further demonstrate her enduring commitment to the craft.

Pooja Bhatt FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Big Girls Don't Cry (BGDC)
  • Big Girls Don't Cry (BGDC)

    ( 2024 )

No Upcoming Movies
  • Sanaa
  • Sanaa

    ( 2022 )

  • Chup - The Revenge of an Artist
  • Chup - The Revenge of an Artist

    ( 2022 )

  • Bombay Begums
  • Bombay Begums

    ( 2021 )

  • Sadak 2
  • Sadak 2

    ( 2020 )

  • Sanam Teri Kasam
  • Sanam Teri Kasam

    ( 2009 )

  • Mango Souffle
  • Mango Souffle

    ( 2002 )

  • Everybody Says I'm Fine!
  • Everybody Says I'm Fine!

    ( 2001 )

  • Dhundh
  • Dhundh

    ( 1999–2000 )

  • Yeh Aashiqui Meri
  • Yeh Aashiqui Meri

    ( 1998 )

  • Zakhm
  • Zakhm

    ( 1998 )

  • Angaaray
  • Angaaray

    ( 1998 )

  • Kabhi Na Kabhi
  • Kabhi Na Kabhi

    ( 1998 )

  • Tamanna
  • Tamanna

    ( 1998 )

  • Border
  • Border

    ( 1997 )

  • One Plus One
  • One Plus One

    ( 1997–1999 )

  • Chaahat
  • Chaahat

    ( 1996 )

  • Kalloori Vaasal
  • Kalloori Vaasal

    ( 1996 )

  • Angrakshak
  • Angrakshak

    ( 1995 )

  • Hum Dono
  • Hum Dono

    ( 1995 )

  • Gunehgar
  • Gunehgar

    ( 1995 )

  • Kranti Kshetra
  • Kranti Kshetra

    ( 1994 )

  • Naaraaz
  • Naaraaz

    ( 1994 )

  • Tadipaar
  • Tadipaar

    ( 1993 )

  • Pehla Nasha
  • Pehla Nasha

    ( 1993 )

  • Chor Aur Chand
  • Chor Aur Chand

    ( 1993 )

  • Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee
  • Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee

    ( 1993 )

  • Sir
  • Sir

    ( 1993 )

  • Prem Deewane
  • Prem Deewane

    ( 1992 )

  • Jaanam
  • Jaanam

    ( 1992 )

  • Junoon
  • Junoon

    ( 1992 )

  • Saatwan Aasman
  • Saatwan Aasman

    ( 1992 )

  • Sadak
  • Sadak

    ( 1991 )

  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin
  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin

    ( 1991 )

  • Daddy
  • Daddy

    ( 1989 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Pooja Bhatt AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 2000 Zakhm

  • Critics Award for Best Actress
  • The Bollywood Awards for Critics Award for Best Actress - 1999 Zakhm

  • Lux Face of the Year
  • The Filmfare Awards for Lux Face of the Year - 1991

  • Best Feature Film on National Integration
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Feature Film on National Integration - 1999 Zakhm

  • Best Film on other social issues
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Film on other social issues - 1999 Tamanna

  • Smita Patil Memorial Award
  • The Priyadarshni Academy Awards for Smita Patil Memorial Award - 1992

  • Face of the Year
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Face of the Year - 1999 Zakhm

  • Performer of the Year - Female
  • The Stardust Awards, India for Performer of the Year - Female - 2003 Everybody Says I'm Fine!

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

POOJA BHATT NEWS

Expert reflects on Pooja Bhatt's reasons for ending marriage after 11 years: ‘Felt lonely’

June 04, 2026 5:38 pm

Pooja Bhatt revealed that she ended her marriage because she felt lonely despite being in a committed relationship. Her experience highlights emotional loneliness in marriage, self-discovery after separation, and the challenges of maintaining friendships after divorce.

'Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor are my favourites': Bobby Deol says no tiffs on Alpha set

June 01, 2026 9:15 am

Bobby Deol clears the air on the rumours of having tiffs with Alia Bhatt on the sets of their upcoming spy thriller, Alpha. He worked with Ranbir Kapoor in Animal.

‘I can't live a lie’: Why Pooja Bhatt ended her 11-year-marriage, says she didn't want children

May 30, 2026 5:22 pm

Pooja Bhatt says she left her 11-year marriage to Munish Makhija feeling lonely and invisible, with no third person involved in her decision.

'I wasn't naked': Pooja Bhatt on her iconic Demi Moore-inspired body paint magazine cover

May 29, 2026 8:01 pm

Pooja Bhatt recalls her iconic magazine cover where she appeared in just body paint and was inspired by Demi Moore, saying it was never meant to be controversial but authentic.

Once alcoholic Mahesh Bhatt saved daughter Pooja from excessive drinking: 'Not a painkiller'

May 30, 2026 8:42 pm

Pooja Bhatt recalled the two years when she drank 'heavily' and how, after she quit, she found strangers to be more empathetic than some of her close friends.

'Knew about Soni before mother did': Pooja Bhatt on family separation; why transparency matters

May 28, 2026 6:30 pm

Pooja Bhatt reflected on how her family handled separation and communication during difficult relationship changes.

'Raha is born to be an actor, look at her genes,' says Pooja Bhatt: 'There's a spark'

May 30, 2026 8:48 pm

Pooja Bhatt praised Alia Bhatt's hard work and film choices, calling her astute. She also spoke about how Alia and Ranbir Kapoor's 3-year-old daughter Raha is 'born to be' an actor.

'Bobby Deol was a magical human being to be with': Pooja Bhatt opens up about break up

May 28, 2026 12:26 pm

Pooja Bhatt opened up about her relationship with Bobby Deol in the early 1990s. The relationship ended because they 'grew in different directions'

Pooja Bhatt responds if Mahesh Bhatt changed religion to marry Soni Razdan: 'Never left my mom'

May 29, 2026 11:30 am

When asked if father Mahesh Bhatt changed his religion to marry Soni Razdan, Pooja Bhatt said he never left her mother and his first wife Kiran Bhatt, adding he is not the sort of person who lets go of people.

'Love is no different': Pooja Bhatt on why she’s 'free as a bird' after divorce and finding her 'temple' at age 50; an expert weighs in

April 22, 2026 5:00 pm

Pooja Bhatt discusses her fulfilling journey toward self-discovery, sobriety, and finding independence after her divorce.

POOJA BHATT VIDEOS

Pooja Bhatt to recreate small sequence of 'Aashiqui' in 'Cabaret'

February 11, 2016 11:42 am

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt said she regrets her decision to not romance Rahul Roy in 90's musical hit 'Aashiqui' because she wanted to get married.With an intention to relive her missed opportunity, the actress is now reviving an epic sequence of 'Aashiqui' in the upcoming film 'Cabaret' with Rahul Roy and Richa Chaddha. Pooja also told media that she is all set to start the shoot of 'Jism 3' and it is going to be the boldest film of the industry so far.For now, Pooja is busy in the production of her upcoming film 'Cabaret' which stars Richa Chaddha in a lead role.'Cabaret', directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyog, traces the journey of a dancer who travels from Jharkhand before making to Mumbai.The film is schedule to hit the screens on May 6.

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