Kriti Kharbanda

Kriti Kharbanda, born on October twenty-ninth, nineteen eighty-eight, is a talented Indian actress known for her work in Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu films. She began her career as a model before making her acting debut in the Telugu film Boni in two thousand nine, followed by her Kannada debut in Chirru in two thousand ten. Despite facing challenges with a few initial films, Kriti's breakthrough came with her performance in Googly in two thousand thirteen, earning her a nomination for the SIIMA Award for Best Actress - Kannada.

Her portrayal of a medical student in Googly was a turning point, leading to further recognition with the SIIMA Critics Award for Best Actress – Kannada for Super Ranga in two thousand fourteen. Kriti showcased her versatility by playing an IAS aspirant in Bruce Lee: The Fighter in two thousand fifteen, which garnered her nominations for both Filmfare and SIIMA Awards for Best Supporting Actress – Telugu. Other notable Kannada films include Tirupathi Express, Belli, and Minchagi Nee Baralu, all of which contributed to her rising stardom.

Kriti made her Hindi film debut with Raaz: Reboot in two thousand sixteen, but it was her role as a PCS Officer in Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana in two thousand seventeen that marked her significant breakthrough in Bollywood. She continued to build her career with successful films such as Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se, Housefull 4, which became her highest-grossing release, Taish, and 14 Phere. Recently, she received acclaim for her streaming debut in Rana Naidu, set to release in two thousand twenty-five.

Beyond her acting prowess, Kriti Kharbanda is also a well-known celebrity endorser for various brands and actively supports numerous causes. She is married to fellow actor Pulkit Samrat, further intertwining her life with the film industry.