Actor
Seema Pahwa
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Delhi, India
Years Active
1980s – Present
Seema Pahwa Biography
Seema Pahwa Basic Information
- Full Name: Seema Pahwa
- Profession: Actress, Theatre Artist, Director
- Industry: Hindi Film Industry (Bollywood) & Theatre
- Date of Birth: 10 February 1962
- Age: 63 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
Family & Personal Life
- Husband: Manoj Pahwa (Actor)
- Children: 2 (including daughter Manukriti Pahwa)
- Background: Strong roots in theatre before entering films
Education of Seema Pahwa
- Schooling: Completed her early education in Delhi, India
- College: Did not pursue a widely documented formal college degree
Career Highlight
| Year | Highlight Work | Role / Contribution | Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–85 | Hum Log | Badki | Breakthrough role on Indian television |
| 2014 | Ankhon Dekhi | Amma | Won Screen Award for Best Supporting Actress |
| 2015 | Dum Laga Ke Haisha | Subhadra Rani | Gained wider Bollywood recognition |
| 2017 | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Susheela Mishra | Filmfare nomination (Best Supporting Actress) |
| 2017 | Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Mother role | Filmfare nomination |
| 2019 | Bala | Mausi | Filmfare nomination |
| 2020 | Chintu Ka Birthday | Nani | Won Filmfare OTT Award |
| 2021 | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Director | Won Filmfare Award for Best Debut Director |
| 2022 | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Sheela | Featured in major blockbuster |
| 2022 | Mai: A Mother’s Rage | Kalpana | Strong OTT performance |
Recent Activity
- Acclaimed actress and director active in both films and theatre
- Recently directed the theatre play “Kuch Panne” under Kopal Productions
- Made public appearances, including red carpet events, with husband Manoj Pahwa
- In 2025, clarified that she is not quitting the film industry
- Continues to be a prominent and outspoken voice in Indian cinema
- Actively balances work across theatre, films, and public engagements
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Best Supporting Actress | Screen Awards | Ankhon Dekhi | Won |
| 2017 | Best Supporting Actress | Jagran Film Festival | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Won |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | Filmfare Awards | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | Filmfare Awards | Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | FOI Online Awards | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Won |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | IIFA Awards | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | IIFA Awards | Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female | Zee Cine Awards | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Supporting Actress | Screen Awards | Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Supporting Actress | Filmfare Awards | Bala | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Supporting Actress in a Web Original Film | Filmfare OTT Awards | Chintu Ka Birthday | Won |
| 2020 | Best Supporting Actress | Screen Awards | Bala | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Film (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Story | Filmfare Awards | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Debut Director | Filmfare Awards | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Won |
| 2022 | Best Director | FOI Online Awards | Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Nominated |
About Seema Pahwa
Seema Pahwa is an Indian actress and director known for her work in films, television, and theatre.
She is famous for films like Bareilly Ki Barfi, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, and Bala.
She is married to actor Manoj Pahwa.
Yes, she directed Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi.
She is known for natural, realistic, and emotionally strong performances.