Riya Sen
Career
Active 1991 – present
Biography
About Riya Sen
Riya Sen is an Indian actress and model who has appeared in Hindi, Bengali, English, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam films. Born on Saturday, 24th of January 1981, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, she comes from a prominent film family. Her mother, Moon Moon Sen, and grandmother, Suchitra Sen, were both respected veteran actresses. Her father, Bharat Dev Varma, hails from the royal family of Tripura, making her lineage royal as well.
Her acting career began early: at age five, she played her mother's daughter on screen for the first time. In 1991, she worked as a child actress in the film Vishkanya. Since then, she has been active in the industry for over three decades, from 1991 to the present. Her first major commercial success came with the 2001 Hindi low-budget comedy Style, directed by N. Chandra. She also appeared in Jhankaar Beats (2003), a Hinglish musical produced by Pritish Nandy, and the Malayalam horror film Ananthabhadram (2005).
Riya Sen's performance in Noukadubi earned her the Star Guide Award for Best Actress. She has black hair, green eyes, and an average build, with natural curves. She identifies as straight. On social media, she has a large following of over 1.8 million on Instagram. Though she was formerly an actress, she continues to be recognized in the modeling world. Her work across multiple languages and genres showcases her versatility, but she remains grounded in her roots.
A striking feature is her green eyes, a rare trait that distinguishes her. With a career spanning three decades and a family legacy in cinema, Riya Sen has made her own mark in the entertainment industry. She is still remembered for her roles in both mainstream and offbeat films. Her journey from child actor to award-winning performer reflects her enduring appeal.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1991-present (35 years active)
- Birthplace
- Kolkata, West Bengal, India
- Ethnicity
- Asian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Green
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 1.8m (as of March 2026)
Frequently asked
Is Riya Sen related to any other film stars?
Yes, her mother Moon Moon Sen and grandmother Suchitra Sen were both veteran actresses, and her father's side is from the royal family of Tripura.
In which languages has Riya Sen acted?
She has acted in Hindi, Bengali, English, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam films, reflecting a multilingual career.
What awards has Riya Sen won?
She won the Star Guide Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film Noukadubi.
Did you know
- Riya Sen played her mother's daughter on screen when she was only five years old.
- Her father hails from the royal family of Tripura, giving her royal ancestry.
- She began her career in 1991 as a child actress in the film Vishkanya.
- Style (2001) was her first commercial success, a low-budget Hindi comedy.
- She has green eyes, a rare trait among Indian actresses.
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