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Sushmita Sen

Sushmita Sen Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 19 November 1975
  • Place of Birth Hyderabad
  • Occupation Actor, Model, Beauty Pageant Contestant, Film Actor, Businessperson
  • Education Mithibai College, St. Ann's High School, Secunderabad, Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute
  • Years active 1994-present

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ABOUT Sushmita Sen

Sushmita Sen: From Miss Universe to Acclaimed Actress Sushmita Sen, born November 19, 1975, is a prominent Indian actress and the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title in 1994. Her Bollywood career began with Dastak (1996), followed by notable roles in commercially successful films like Aankhen (2002), Main Hoon Na (2004), and Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya? (2005). Sen's performance as the girlfriend of a married man in Biwi No. 1 (1999) earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress, with further nominations for her work in Sirf Tum (1999) and Filhaal... (2002). After a period away from the screen, Sen's resurgence began with her critically acclaimed role in the Disney+ Hotstar series Aarya (2020-2024), winning her a Filmfare OTT Award. This was followed by her portrayal of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant in the biographical miniseries Taali (2023). Sen's career showcases a blend of mainstream success and a recent embrace of compelling character-driven roles, demonstrating her versatility and enduring appeal. Her journey underscores a consistent dedication to her craft, marked by both popular acclaim and critical recognition.

Sushmita Sen FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Aarya
  • Aarya

    ( 2020–2024 )

No Upcoming Movies
  • Where Next?
  • Where Next?

    ( 2023–2024 )

  • Taali
  • Taali

    ( 2023 )

  • Nirbaak
  • Nirbaak

    ( 2015 )

  • Humko Chhoone Paas Aayiye
  • Humko Chhoone Paas Aayiye

    ( 2011 )

  • F.A.L.T.U
  • F.A.L.T.U

    ( 2011 )

  • No Problem
  • No Problem

    ( 2010 )

  • Dulha Mil Gaya
  • Dulha Mil Gaya

    ( 2010 )

  • Do Knot Disturb
  • Do Knot Disturb

    ( 2009 )

  • Karma, Confessions and Holi
  • Karma, Confessions and Holi

    ( 2009 )

  • Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag
  • Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag

    ( 2007 )

  • Zindaggi Rocks
  • Zindaggi Rocks

    ( 2006 )

  • Alag: He Is Different.... He Is Alone...
  • Alag: He Is Different.... He Is Alone...

    ( 2006 )

  • Chingaari
  • Chingaari

    ( 2006 )

  • It Was Raining That Night
  • It Was Raining That Night

    ( 2005 )

  • Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya
  • Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya

    ( 2005 )

  • Main Aisa Hi Hoon
  • Main Aisa Hi Hoon

    ( 2005 )

  • Bewafaa
  • Bewafaa

    ( 2005 )

  • Kisna: The Warrior Poet
  • Kisna: The Warrior Poet

    ( 2005 )

  • Vaastu Shastra
  • Vaastu Shastra

    ( 2004 )

  • Main Hoon Na
  • Main Hoon Na

    ( 2004 )

  • Paisa Vasool
  • Paisa Vasool

    ( 2004 )

  • Samay: When Time Strikes
  • Samay: When Time Strikes

    ( 2003 )

  • Pran Jaaye Par Shaan Na Jaaye
  • Pran Jaaye Par Shaan Na Jaaye

    ( 2003 )

  • Aankhen
  • Aankhen

    ( 2002 )

  • Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
  • Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge

    ( 2002 )

  • Filhaal...
  • Filhaal...

    ( 2002 )

  • Kyo Kii... Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta
  • Kyo Kii... Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta

    ( 2001 )

  • Nayak: The Real Hero
  • Nayak: The Real Hero

    ( 2001 )

  • Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai...
  • Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai...

    ( 2001 )

  • Aaghaaz
  • Aaghaaz

    ( 2000 )

  • Fiza
  • Fiza

    ( 2000 )

  • Mudhalvan
  • Mudhalvan

    ( 1999 )

  • Hindustan Ki Kasam
  • Hindustan Ki Kasam

    ( 1999 )

  • Sirf Tum
  • Sirf Tum

    ( 1999 )

  • Biwi No. 1
  • Biwi No. 1

    ( 1999 )

  • Zor: Never Underestimate the Force
  • Zor: Never Underestimate the Force

    ( 1998 )

  • Ratchakan
  • Ratchakan

    ( 1997 )

  • Dastak
  • Dastak

    ( 1996 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Sushmita Sen AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Supporting Actress - 2000 Biwi No. 1

  • Bollywood's Iconic Superhero
  • The Bollywood Film Journalist Awards for Bollywood's Iconic Superhero - 2019

  • Best Actor - Female
  • The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest for Best Actor - Female - 2023 Taali

  • Best Performer of the Year - Female
  • The Bollywood Life Awards for Best Performer of the Year - Female - 2024 Taali

  • Fun Fearless Female of All Time
  • The Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Awards for Fun Fearless Female of All Time - 2008

  • Best Actress
  • The Critics’ Choice Shorts and Series Awards, India for Best Actress - 2021 Aarya

  • Best Actress - Web Series
  • The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) for Best Actress - Web Series - 2024 Aarya

  • Best Actress - Web Series
  • The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) for Best Actress - Web Series - 2021 Aarya

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2000 Biwi No. 1

  • Best Actress - Drama
  • The Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Actress - Drama - 2020 Aarya

  • Perfect Persona
  • The GR8! Women Achiever Awards, India for Perfect Persona - 2010

  • Style With Substance
  • The HT India's Most Stylish Awards for Style With Substance - 2023

  • Best Actress In A Web Series
  • The IWM Digital Awards for Best Actress In A Web Series - 2021 Aarya

  • Best Actress of the Year - Popular Choice
  • The Iconic Gold Awards for Best Actress of the Year - Popular Choice - 2024 Taali

  • Best Actress - Drama (OTT)
  • The Indian Television Academy Awards, India for Best Actress - Drama (OTT) - 2023 Taali

  • Best Actress - Hindi Series
  • The Indian Telly Streaming Awards for Best Actress - Hindi Series - 2024 Taali

  • Best Actress in a Leading Role
  • The Indian Telly Streaming Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role - 2021 Aarya

  • Best Actress in a Web Series
  • The International Iconic Awards for Best Actress in a Web Series - 2024 Aarya

  • Most Popular Face of India Globally
  • The International Iconic Awards for Most Popular Face of India Globally - 2024

  • Best Dancing Star
  • The Kalashree Awards for Best Dancing Star - 2000 Fiza

  • Pancha Kanya Memorial Honor
  • The Kolkata International Film Festival for Pancha Kanya Memorial Honor - 2014

  • Most Promising Actress of the Year
  • The Mumbai Achievers Awards for Most Promising Actress of the Year - 2021 Aarya

  • Best Actor - Female
  • The Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards for Best Actor - Female - 2024 Taali

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Supporting Actress - 2000 Biwi No. 1

  • Best Actress - Hindi Web Originals
  • The ScreenXX Summit & Awards for Best Actress - Hindi Web Originals - 2024 Taali

  • OTT Star of the Year - Female
  • The Talent Track Awards for OTT Star of the Year - Female - 2023 Taali

  • Best Actor - Female - Drama/Thriller
  • The Talent Track Awards for Best Actor - Female - Drama/Thriller - 2021 Aarya

  • Fitspiration of the Year
  • The Vogue Beauty Awards for Fitspiration of the Year - 2020

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2003 Filhaal...

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2000 Biwi No. 1

  • Best Actress in a Leading Role
  • The e4m Play Streaming Media Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role - 2024 Taali

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

SUSHMITA SEN NEWS

Sushmita Sen says her father was 'not happy' about her wearing a swimsuit at pageant, stopped speaking with her because she decided to pursue showbiz

November 18, 2023 6:12 pm

Sushmita Sen said that her father did not speak to her when he found out that she was going to participate in Miss India.

Sushmita Sen says she was 'laughing' when people were calling her a 'gold digger', explains why she stayed mum about rumoured relationship with Lalit Modi

November 18, 2023 5:02 pm

Sushmita Sen explains why she chose to stay mum about her rumoured relationship with entrepreneur Lalit Modi.

Sushmita Sen reveals how she paid the bills when roles dried up, says she reached out to streamers for work when she was 'jobless'

November 18, 2023 12:58 pm

Sushmita Sen recently said that her sabbatical extended beyond her initial expectations and she found herself as a single mom with bills to pay but sans a job.

Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone and Sushmita Sen are repeating outfits. You should too

November 18, 2023 11:52 am

It is valuable to see our favourite stars and fashion icons — with far greater purchasing power and influence — opt for outfits that are a combination of the old and the new, a mix-and-match approach that is far more creative and kinder to the environment

Sushmita Sen says Donald Trump was never her 'boss' on Miss Universe, working with him wasn't 'easy or fun'

November 18, 2023 11:25 am

Sushmita Sen recently got candid about her past, reminiscing about the time when she ran the Miss Universe franchise from India, at a time when it was owned by Donald Trump.

Sushmita Sen denies dumping first boyfriend after hitting big-time, admits she 'outgrew' him: 'I was the best man at his wedding'

November 18, 2023 10:52 am

While opening up about her first-ever relationship, Sushmita Sen also discussed her dating life at 47, and what she wants from a man.

Sushmita Sen's recovery from heart attack and return to Aarya set 'the biggest blessing': Ram Madhvani

November 17, 2023 4:31 pm

Filmmaker Ram Madhvani, the creator of Aarya 3 opens up about Sushmita Sen suffering a heart attack on the set, her recovery and commitment to the show.

Tamannaah Bhatia-Vijay Varma serve couple goals at Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra's Diwali bash, paps chant Orry's name

November 12, 2023 11:06 am

The who's who of Bollywood was spotted arriving for Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Raj Kundra's Diwali bash on Saturday night.

Rohman Shawl holds Sushmita Sen close, helps her climb down stairs; netizens call them 'couple goals'. Watch

November 08, 2023 10:48 am

Sushmita Sen and Rohman Shawl attended a pre-Diwali bash together in Mumbai on Monday. Their cute chemistry won over netizens.

Ila Arun on daughter Ishitta's statement that Bollywood ‘underutilised’ her talent: 'She is only seeing the length of my role...'

November 07, 2023 5:07 pm

In this interview with indiaexpress.com, Ila Arun talks about finding work at the age of 69, and the controversy created around Khalnayak’s song "Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai".

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