Seema Biswas

Seema Biswas: A Career Defined by Powerful Portrayals Seema Biswas, born January 14, 1965, is a highly acclaimed Indian actress known for her impactful performances in both film and theatre. Her breakthrough role came in Shekhar Kapur's Bandit Queen (1994), portraying the infamous Phoolan Devi, a performance that garnered her the National Film Award for Best Actress. This established her as a formidable talent capable of embodying complex and challenging characters. Biswas’s accolades extend beyond Bandit Queen. She won the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2000, recognizing her contributions to theatre, and the Genie Award for Best Actress in 2006 for her role in Deepa Mehta's Water (2005). Other notable film credits include Khamoshi: The Musical (1996), earning her a Screen Award for Best Supporting Actress, Bhoot (2003), Vivah (2006), and Half Girlfriend (2017). Her extensive work also includes various television appearances. Biswas's career is defined by her commitment to powerful and nuanced portrayals, consistently delivering memorable performances that showcase her exceptional range and depth. While recent film appearances have been less frequent, her legacy remains firmly entrenched in Indian cinema.