Genelia D'Souza
Biography
Genelia D'Souza is an Indian actress, model, and host. She has appeared in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam language films. Her acting career began in 2003 with the film Tujhe Meri Kasam. She gained recognition for her role in Boys the same year and established herself in Telugu cinema by acting in several Telugu films during 2003-2005. D'Souza received her first Filmfare Award in 2006 for her performance in the Telugu romantic film Bommarillu. She has appeared in numerous films, including Santosh Subramaniam, a Tamil remake of Bommarillu, and has been recognized for her critically acclaimed performances.
Career overview
Genelia D'Souza began her acting career with the 2003 film Tujhe Meri Kasam. She gained recognition for her role in Boys the same year. During 2003-2005, she established herself in Telugu cinema by acting in several Telugu films.
In 2006, D'Souza received her first Filmfare Award for her performance in the Telugu romantic film Bommarillu. The film earned her critical acclaim. She continued to work in Telugu cinema, appearing in several films during this period.
D'Souza also worked in other languages, including Tamil and Hindi. In 2008, she gave critically acclaimed performances in Santosh Subramaniam, a Tamil remake of Bommarillu, and another film. Her performances in these films showcased her versatility as an actress and solidified her position in the Indian film industry. With a career spanning over a decade, Genelia D'Souza has established herself as a talented and accomplished actress in Indian cinema.
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55 titles- Raja Shivaji (2026) as Rani Saibai
- Raja Shivaji (2026) Producer
- Gunmaaster G9 (2026)
- Sitaare Zameen Par (2025) as Suneeta Arora
- Junior (2025) as Vijaya Soujanya
- Mastiii 4 (2025) as Cameo
- Masala Chai with Rahul Mahajan (2025) as Self
- Test Subject V (2025) as Self
- Trial Period (2023) as Anamaya Roy Choudhry (Ana)
- Ved (2022) as Shravani Satya Jadhav
- Ved (2022) Producer
- Mister Mummy (2022) as Gugloo
- It's My Life (2020) as Muskaan Mathur
- Mauli (2018)
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
- Force 2 (2016) as Maya (Cameo Appearance)
- Lai Bhaari (2014) as Special Appearance in "Aala Holicha" Song
- Lai Bhaari (2014) Producer
- Jai Ho (2014) as Suman
- Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya (2012) as Mini
- Naa Ishtam (2012) as Krishnaveni
- Rakta Patham (2011)
- Urumi (2011) as Arakkal Ayesha / Urmila
- Force (2011) as Maya
- Velayudham (2011) as Bharathi
- Uthama Puthiran (2010) as Pooja Padmanadhan
- Chance Pe Dance (2010) as Tina Sharma
- Orange (2010) as Jaanu
- Katha (2009) as Chitra Singh
- Tere Mere Beach Mein (2009) as Herself
- Life Partner (2009) as Sanjana
- Sasirekha Parinayam (2009) as Sasirekha
- Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008) as Aditi Wadia
- King (2008) as special appearance
- Mr. Medhavi (2008) as Swetha
- Ready (2008) as Pooja
- Mere Baap Pehle Aap (2008) as Sheekha Kapoor
- Santosh Subramaniam (2008) as Hasini
- Satya In Love (2008)
- Dhee (2007) as Pooja
- Happy (2006) as Madhumati
- Bommarillu (2006) as Haasini
- Raam (2006) as Janaki
- Chennai Kadhal (2006) as Narmada
- Naa Alludu (2005) as Gagana
- Sachein (2005) as Shalini
- Subash Chandra Bose (2005)
- Indian Idol (2004) as Self
- Sye (2004) as Indu
- Masti (2004) as Bindiya Saxena
- Samba (2004) as Sandhya
- Boys (2003) as Harini
- Satyam (2003) as Ankita
- Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003) as Anjali "Anju" Khanna
- Police Station Mein Bhoot
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Genelia D'Souza best known for?
Genelia D'Souza is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Raja Shivaji (2026), Raja Shivaji (2026), Junior (2025), Ved (2022).
When and where was Genelia D'Souza born?
Genelia D'Souza was born on August 5, 1987 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Genelia D'Souza have?
Genelia D'Souza has accumulated over 55 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2026.
What is Genelia D'Souza's background in cinema and television?
Genelia D'Souza is an Indian actress, model, and host. She has appeared in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam language films. Her acting career began in 2003 with the film Tujhe Meri Kasam. She gained recognition for her role in Boys the same year and established herself in Telugu cinema by acting in several ...