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Konkona Sen Sharma

Born
Dec 3, 1979age 46
body type
Average
nationality
Indian

Career

Active 2000 – present

Biography

About Konkona Sen Sharma

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Konkona Sen Sharma is an Indian actress and activist with a career that spans over two decades in Bengali and Hindi cinema. Born in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, she is the daughter of filmmaker and actress Aparna Sen. She has earned two National Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards, making her one of the most celebrated performers in independent Indian film.

Her journey began early. At age four, she appeared as a child artist in the film Indira (1983). Her first leading role as an adult came in the Bengali thriller Ek Je Aachhe Kanya (2000). She gained widespread notice with the English-language film Mr. and Mrs. Iyer (2002), directed by her mother, which won her the National Film Award for Best Actress. She then moved into Hindi cinema with the drama Page 3 (2005). Two consecutive Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress followed, for her roles in Omkara (2006) and Life in a... Metro (2007). The former also brought her a second National Film Award. Her other notable films include 15 Park Avenue (2005), Dosar (2006), Laaga Chunari Mein Daag (2007), Luck By Chance (2009), Wake Up Sid (2009), and Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? (2010).

Beyond acting, Konkona is an activist. She has been active since 2000, with more than two decades in the industry. Her work often straddles the line between independent and mainstream cinema. She has black hair, brown eyes, and an average build. Her natural beauty and realistic approach to roles have made her a respected figure in Indian film. She continues to take on challenging projects that reflect her artistic depth and social conscience.

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Years Active
2000-present (started around 20 years old; 26 years active)
Birthplace
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Ethnicity
Asian
Sexuality
Straight

Body

Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Brown

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How did Konkona Sen Sharma's family background influence her career?

Her mother is filmmaker and actress Aparna Sen, who directed her in the National Film Award-winning film Mr. and Mrs. Iyer (2002).

What are some of Konkona Sen Sharma's most recognized awards?

She has won two National Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards, including consecutive Best Supporting Actress wins for Omkara and Life in a... Metro.

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