Preity Zinta
Biography
Preity Zinta is an Indian film actress born on January 31, 1975. She has appeared in Hindi films of Bollywood, as well as Telugu, Punjabi and English language films. Zinta made her acting debut in Dil Se in 1998, followed by a role in Soldier the same year. These performances earned her recognition, and she was later recognized for her role as a teenage single mother in Kya Kehna. She has been active in the film industry for over two decades, with a total of 50 known credits. Zinta is known for her versatility in acting and has gained popularity with various films throughout her career.
Career overview
Preity Zinta is an Indian film actress who has appeared in various languages including Hindi, Telugu, Punjabi, and English. She made her acting debut in the 1998 film Dil Se, followed by a role in Soldier the same year. These performances earned her recognition in the film industry.
Zinta's early career was marked by her performances in films such as Dil Se and Soldier, which led to her being awarded a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She continued to establish herself as a talented actress with her subsequent roles, including a teenage single mother in the 2000 film Kya Kehna.
Preity Zinta has appeared in numerous films throughout her career, with over 50 known credits. Her early success in the film industry was preceded by her modeling career, where she gained recognition for her roles in commercials such as the Liril advertisement.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
53 titles- Vibe (2026)
- Batwara 1947 (2026) as Hamida Mirza
- The Roshans (2025) as Self
- Bhaiaji Superhitt (2018) as Sapna Dubey
- Comedy Nights Live (2016) as Herself
- Fresh Off the Boat (2015) as Mina
- Happy Ending (2014) as Divya
- Ishkq in Paris (2013) as Ishkq
- Ishkq in Paris (2013) Producer
- Ishkq in Paris (2013) Writer
- Up Close & Personal with PZ (2011) as Host
- Up Close & Personal with PZ (2011) Presenter
- Main Aurr Mrs Khanna (2009) as Special Appearance in "Happening" Song
- Bollywood Temptation - Live Concert - 2004 (2008) as Self
- Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008) as Special Appearance in "Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte" Song
- Heaven on Earth (2008) as Chand
- Halla Bol (2008) as Herself (uncredited)
- Heroes (2008) as Kuljeet Kaur
- The Last Lear (2008) as Shabnam
- Om Shanti Om (2007) as Self
- Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (2007) as Alvira Khan
- Krrish (2006) as Nisha Mehra (Cameo)
- Jaan-E-Mann (2006) as Piya Goyal Kapoor
- Alag (2006)
- Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006) as Riya Saran
- Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen (2005) as Priti Damani
- Salaam Namaste (2005) as Ambar
- The Inner/Outer World of Shah Rukh Khan (2005) as Self
- Koffee with Karan (2004) as Self
- Veer-Zaara (2004) as Zaara Hayaat Khan
- Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa (2004) as Pari Mathur (Dr. Parineeta)
- Lakshya (2004) as Romila "Romi" Dutta
- The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003) as Reshma
- Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) as Nisha Malhotra
- Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) as Naina Catherine Kapur
- Armaan (2003) as Sonia Kapoor
- Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai (2002) as Herself
- Dil Hai Tumhaara (2002) as Shalu
- Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001) as Madhubala
- Dil Chahta Hai (2001) as Shalini
- Farz hind (2001) as Kajal Singh
- Yeh Raaste Hain Pyaar Ke (2001) as Sakshi
- Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) as Self
- Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega (2000) as Jahnvi
- Kya Kehna (2000) as Priya Bakshi
- Mission Kashmir (2000) as Sufiya Parvez / Sufiya Altaaf Khan
- Sangharsh (1999) as Reet Oberoi
- Rajakumarudu (1999) as Rani
- Dillagi (1999)
- Premante Ideraa (1998)
- Dil Se.. (1998) as Preeti Nair
- Soldier (1998) as Preeti Singh
- Krrish 4 as Nisha Mehra
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Preity Zinta best known for?
Preity Zinta is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fresh Off the Boat (2015), Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008), Om Shanti Om (2007), Krrish (2006).
When and where was Preity Zinta born?
Preity Zinta was born on January 31, 1975 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.
How many credits does Preity Zinta have?
Preity Zinta has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1998 to 2026.
What is Preity Zinta's background in cinema and television?
Preity Zinta is an Indian film actress born on January 31, 1975. She has appeared in Hindi films of Bollywood, as well as Telugu, Punjabi and English language films. Zinta made her acting debut in Dil Se in 1998, followed by a role in Soldier the same year. These performances earned her recognition, and she was later r...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Veer-Zaara (2004) as Zaara Hayaat Khan — aged about 29
- Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) as Naina Catherine Kapur — aged about 28
- Fresh Off the Boat (2015) as Mina — aged about 40
- Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008) as Special Appearance in "Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte" Song — aged about 33
- Om Shanti Om (2007) as Self — aged about 32
- Dil Chahta Hai (2001) as Shalini — aged about 26
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