Mumbai, Nov 19 (UNI) Renowned Bollywood actress and former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen turned 50 on Tuesday, embodying a legacy of elegance, resilience, and trailblazing achievements.
Born on November 19, 1975, in Hyderabad, she engraved her identity in history in 1994, becoming the first Indian to win the coveted Miss Universe title after securing the Miss India crown earlier that year.
Sen launched her Bollywood career in 1996 with the thriller “Dastak”. Although the film was lacklustrEe commercially, it marked the beginning of an illustrious career.
In 1997, she starred opposite Sunny Deol in “Zor”, but commercial success eluded her early endeavours. However, 1999 proved to be a pivotal year with the release of two blockbusters,”Biwi No. 1″ and “Sirf Tum”. Her film “Biwi No 1” earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress, while she also received a nomination for the same category for “Sirf Tum”.
In 2002, she acted in Megha Gulzar’s debut film “Filhaal” showcasing her acting prowess and earning another Filmfare nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
In 2004, Sen starred in Farah Khan’s directorial debut “Main Hoon Naa” alongside Shah Rukh Khan for the first time, which remains a landmark in her career. In 2005, she further impressed audiences in “Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya”, a romantic comedy alongside Salman Khan, which was another commercial hit.
Although her subsequent films, such as “No Problem” (2010), did not achieve significant success, Sen delivered notable performances in earlier works like “Aankhen”, “Hindustan Ki Kasam”, “Chingari” and “Bewafaa”. Her versatility extended beyond conventional Bollywood narratives, evident in her daring choice of roles.
In recent times, Sen embraced digital platforms with critically acclaimed web series like “Aarya” (seasons 1, 2, and 3) and “Taali”. In the latter, she portrayed the character of a transgender activist, and was lauded for bold selection and ability to adapt to evolving artistic landscapes, further cementing her position as a versatile performer.
She has so far appeared in over 40 films and numerous successful projects in both mainstream cinema and digital platforms.
