Sonali Bendre
Biography
Sonali Bendre is a female actor from Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She was born on January 1, 1975. Bendre's family is from a Marathi speaking Chandraseniya Kayastha Prabhu background. She studied in various schools including Kendriya Vidyalaya Malleswaram, Holy Cross Convent High School, and Welham Girls School. Bendre is married to film director Goldie Behl and has a son named Ranveer. She started her career as a model and was selected for the "Star Dust Talent Search". Bendre's first role was in the movie Aag opposite Govinda. She is known for her acting credits in 59 films.
Career overview
Sonali Bendre is an Indian actress. She began her career as a model before being selected for the "Star Dust Talent Search". She received training from top actors and performers of the Indian film industry. Her first role was in the movie Aag, opposite Govinda.
Sonali Bendre's early film career started with the movie Aag, which was released in 1994. Although the movie did not perform well at the box office, it helped her gain recognition in the industry.
Sonali Bendre has acted in numerous films, with a total of 59 known credits.
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Full Filmography
58 titles- Raakh (2026) as Mona Arora
- Pati Patni Aur Panga (2025) as Host
- Be Happy (2025) as Herself
- The Broken News (2022) as Amina Qureshi
- India's Best Dancer (2020) as Judge
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
- BFFs with Vogue (2016) as Self
- Ajeeb Daastaan Hai Ye (2014) as Shobha Sachdev
- Mission Sapne (2014) as Self - Host
- Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! (2013) as Mumtaz
- Dance India Dance Li'l Masters (2010) as Self - Judge
- India's Got Talent (2009) as Self - Judge
- Indian Idol (2004) as Judge
- Shankar Dada M.B.B.S. (2004) as Dr. Sunitha "Chitti"
- Aga Bai Arechya (2004) as Dancer in the song Cham Cham Karta
- Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) as Dr. Priya
- Anaahat (2003) as Queen Sheelavati
- Chori Chori (2003) as Pooja
- Palnati Brahmanayudu (2003) as Siva Nageswari
- Manmadhudu (2002) as Harika
- Indra (2002) as Pallavi Bhansal
- Khadgam (2002) as Swathy
- Tera Mera Saath Rahen (2001)
- Murari (2001) as Vasundhara
- Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega (2001) as Sapna Chopra
- Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) as Self
- Preethse (2000) as Kiran
- Dil Hi Dil Mein (2000) as Roja R. Chandra
- Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke (2000) as Nisha
- Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai (2000) as Khushi Malhotra
- Chal Mere Bhai (2000)
- Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hai (2000) as Saavni
- Kadhalar Dhinam (1999) as Roja
- Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999) as Preeti Shukla
- Sarfarosh (1999) as Seema
- Kannodu Kanbathellam (1999) as Kalyani
- Dahek A Burning Passion (1999) as Sabina Bahkshi / Neelima Bahkshi
- Love You Hamesha (1999)
- Angaaray (1998)
- Major Saab (1998) as Nisha
- Keemat (1998) as Mansi
- Zakhm (1998) as Sonia
- Duplicate (1998) as Lily
- Humse Badhkar Kaun (1998) as Anu
- Qahar (1997)
- Tarazu (1997) as Pooja
- Bhai (1997) as Meenu
- English Babu Desi Mem (1996) as Bijuriya
- Sapoot (1996)
- Diljale (1996) as Radhika
- Rakshak (1996) as Dr Pooja
- Apne Dam Par (1996) as Special appearance
- Bombay (1995) as Dancer in the song 'Humma Humma'
- Takkar (1995) as Mohini
- Gaddaar (1995) as Priya
- The Don (1995) as Anita malik
- Aag (1994) as Parul
- Naaraaz (1994)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Sonali Bendre best known for?
Sonali Bendre is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Raakh (2026), India's Best Dancer (2020), The Kapil Sharma Show (2016), The Yards (2000).
When and where was Sonali Bendre born?
Sonali Bendre was born on January 1, 1975 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Sonali Bendre have?
Sonali Bendre has accumulated over 58 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.
What is Sonali Bendre's background in cinema and television?
Sonali Bendre is a female actor from Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She was born on January 1, 1975. Bendre's family is from a Marathi speaking Chandraseniya Kayastha Prabhu background. She studied in various schools including Kendriya Vidyalaya Malleswaram, Holy Cross Convent High School, and Welham Girls School. Bendre ...