Actor
Sonali Bendre
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Mumbai, India.
Years Active
1994 – present
Sonali Bendre Biography
Personal Information
- Full Name: Sonali Bendre Behl
- Date of Birth: 1 January 1975
- Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Education: St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
- Occupation: Actress, Model, Television Personality, Author
- Years Active: 1994 – present
Family
- Spouse: Goldie Behl (married in 2002)
- Children: 1 son, Ranveer Behl
- Parents: Deb Bendre (father), Sunita Bendre (mother)
- Siblings: Sushila Bendre (sister)
Education
- Attended St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
- Completed her graduation in commerce (B.Com)
- Before college, she studied at St. Joseph’s Convent High School, Mumbai
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie | Language / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Swati Mutyam | Kannada – Film debut |
| 1994 | Aag | Bollywood – Hindi debut opposite Govinda |
| 1996 | Diljale | Hindi |
| 1998 | Duplicate | Hindi |
| 1999 | Sarfarosh | Hindi – Critically acclaimed |
| 1999 | Hum Saath-Saath Hain | Hindi – Family drama hit |
| 1999 | Kadhalar Dhinam | Tamil – South Indian film |
| 2000 | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Hindi |
| 2002 | Aan: Men at Work | Hindi |
| 2003 | Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon | Hindi |
| 2004 | Bhagam Bhag | Hindi |
| 2005 | Fareb | Hindi |
| 2007 | Rudraksh | Hindi |
| 2008 | Deewane Huye Paagal | Hindi |
| 2010 | Golmaal Returns | Hindi – Cameo |
| 2014 | Kuch Kuch Locha Hai | Hindi |
| 2019 | The Modern Gurukul | Memoir publication (author) |
Recent Activity
- Hosted the reality show “Pati, Patni Aur Panga”.
- Voiced opposition to a Supreme Court order regarding stray dogs.
- Shared her views on autophagy and cancer, which drew some criticism.
- Attended a screening for the 25th anniversary of the film “Sarfarosh”.
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Filmfare Awards | Sensational Debut | Naaraaz | Won |
| 1995 | Filmfare Awards | Lux New Face of the Year | Aag | Won |
| 1995 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Female | Aag | Won |
| 1995 | Screen Awards | Discovery of the Year | — | Won |
| 1998 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female | Duplicate | Nominated |
| 2000 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Actress | Sarfarosh | Nominated |
| 2001 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Nominated |
| 2001 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Nominated |
| 2001 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Won |
| 2001 | Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Nominated |
| 2002 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Anchor | Kya Masti Kya Dhum | Nominated |
| 2004 | Screen Awards | Best Actress – Marathi | Anahat | Won |
| 2011 | Colors Golden Petal Awards | Most Chahiti Personality | India’s Got Talent | Won |
| 2012 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Judge Panel | India’s Got Talent 3 | Won |
| 2014 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Judge | India’s Best Dramebaaz | Nominated |
| 2015 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Onscreen Couple | Ajeeb Daastaan Hai Ye | Nominated |
| 2017 | Zee Rishtey Awards | Favourite TV Judge | India’s Best Dramebaaz | Won |
| 2018 | Women Achiever’s Awards | Pride of Maharashtra | — | Won |
| 2019 | I Am Woman Awards | Woman of Substance | — | Won |
| 2019 | Vogue Beauty Awards | Beauty Warrior | — | Won |
| 2022 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Supporting Actress – Drama Series | The Broken News | Nominated |
| 2022 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actress – Telugu | Murari | Nominated |
| 2022 | Zee Rishtey Awards | DID Li’ls Masters 5 | — | Won |
| 2022 | OTT Play Awards | Best Debut Actress – Series | The Broken News | Won |
| 2023 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Beautiful Diva | — | Won |
| 2024 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Fashion Icon of the Year | — | Nominated |
| 2024 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Haute-Stepper of the Year | — | Nominated |
| 2025 | Indian Streaming Academy Awards | Best Actress – Critics (Series) | The Broken News 2 | Won |
About Sonali Bendre
She is best known for her roles in films like Sarfarosh, Hum Saath-Saath Hain, Diljale, and Duplicate, along with her TV appearances as a judge and host.
Yes, she has received several awards including Filmfare Awards, Screen Awards, Zee Rishtey Awards, and Indian Telly Awards.
In 2018, she was diagnosed with cancer and underwent treatment, later emerging as an inspiration for cancer awareness and resilience.
Yes, she has been active in OTT platforms, notably starring in The Broken News and The Broken News 2.
Yes, she authored the book The Modern Gurukul: My Life, My Lessons, sharing her personal life philosophies and parenting journey.
Yes, she continues to work actively in films, digital series, judging reality shows, and public appearances.