Kriti Sanon is a prominent Indian actress, producer, and entrepreneur. She is known for her work in both Hindi and Telugu-language films. Her journey to stardom began after obtaining an engineering degree from the Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, following which she ventured into the world of fashion modeling. Sanon made her acting debut with leading roles in action films such as 1: Nenokkadine and Heropanti in 2014, the latter of which earned her the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Her career soared with appearances in commercially successful romantic comedies like Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017) and Luka Chuppi (2019), along with ensemble comedies such as Dilwale (2015) and Housefull 4 (2019), which became her highest-grossing releases at the time.
Sanon’s versatility as an actress was evident when she won both the National Film Award and another Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her remarkable portrayal of a surrogate mother in the comedy-drama Mimi (2021). Despite facing setbacks with films like the controversial Adipurush (2023), she received acclaim for her performance in the comedy horror Bhediya (2022). In 2024, she tasted commercial success once again with the romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Beyond her acting prowess, Sanon has diversified her portfolio by launching her own line of clothing, a fitness company, and a skin-care brand. She also serves as an ambassador for various brands and products, showcasing her influence beyond the silver screen.
Kriti Sanon Details:
| Date of Birth | 27 July 1990 |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
| Current Residence | New Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Punjabi Hindu |
| Gender | Female |
| Birthday | 27 July |
| Age | 33 |
| Height | 5′ 9″ (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 57 kilograms (approx) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eyes Color | Brown |
| Education | Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (B.Tech.) |
| Parents | Rahul Sanon Geeta Sanon |
| Sibling | Nupur Sanon (sister) |
| Years active | 2014–present |
| Tattoos | No |
Kriti Sanon Early Life and Education:
Kriti Sanon was born on 27 July 1990 in New Delhi to Rahul Sanon, a chartered accountant, and Geeta Sanon, a physics professor at the University of Delhi. She hails from a Punjabi Hindu family. She attended Delhi Public School, R. K. Puram, and later secured a Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida. She briefly worked as a model before becoming an actress. Her younger sister, Nupur Sanon, is also an actress.
Kriti Sanon Career:
Kriti Sanon made her acting debut in 2014 with the Telugu film 1: Nenokkadine, where she impressed audiences despite facing challenges with action sequences due to her inability to swim. Her beauty and acting skills were noted by reviewers, leading to her Hindi film debut in Heropanti alongside Tiger Shroff, which became a commercial success. Sanon received critical acclaim, winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut and the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Female for her performance.
In subsequent years, Sanon appeared in various Hindi and Telugu films, including Dilwale (2015), which was a major commercial success but received mixed reviews. She then starred in Raabta (2017), which failed at the box office, and Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017), where her performance as a small-town woman was well-received by critics.
In 2019, Sanon featured in Luka Chuppi, a satire on live-in relationships, alongside Kartik Aaryan, which was both a critical and commercial success. She also appeared in Housefull 4, the fourth installment of the Housefull franchise, which despite negative reviews, emerged as one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Her final release of 2019 was Panipat, a period drama, which unfortunately did not perform well at the box office.
Kriti Sanon’s role in the comedy-drama film Mimi (2021) marked a significant milestone in her career. Sanon gained 15 kg of weight for scenes involving her character’s pregnancy. Portraying the character of Mimi Rathore, an aspiring actress who becomes a surrogate mother, Sanon’s performance garnered widespread acclaim despite mixed reviews for the film itself. She received accolades such as the Filmfare Award for Best Actress and the National Film Award for Best Actress for her portrayal in “Mimi.” Critics praised her ability to establish herself as a versatile actor beyond the conventional roles of a heroine, highlighting the subtlety and depth she brought to her character.
Following Mimi, Sanon continued to showcase her acting prowess in subsequent projects. In the comedy Hum Do Hamare Do (2021) opposite Rajkummar Rao, her performance was noted as a standout element in an otherwise lackluster film. Transitioning to 2022, she starred in the action comedy Bachchhan Paandey alongside Akshay Kumar, where she took on a role originally portrayed by a male actor. Despite facing challenges with recouping its investment, Sanon’s versatility shone through in this project. Additionally, her role in Bhediya, the third installment of Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy universe with Varun Dhawan, showcased her ability to captivate audiences even with limited screen time, further solidifying her position as a talented and versatile actor.
In 2023, Kriti Sanon appeared opposite Kartik Aaryan in Shehzada, a remake of the Telugu film “Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo.” Unfortunately, the film received negative reviews and was a commercial failure. Sanon then portrayed Janaki in Om Raut’s mythological film Adipurush, alongside Prabhas as Raghava. Despite its high production budget, the film faced criticism, with Sanon’s performance receiving mixed reviews. Following this, she reunited with Tiger Shroff in Vikas Bahl’s science fiction action film Ganapath, which also failed to impress both critics and audiences.
In 2024, Sanon starred alongside Shahid Kapoor in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, a science fiction romantic comedy where she portrayed SIFRA, a humanoid robot. Despite mixed reviews, the film was a commercial success, marking the end of Sanon’s series of box office failures. She is set to appear next in Crew, a heist comedy film led by Tabu and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Additionally, Sanon launched her own production company, Blue Butterfly Films, under which she will produce and star in Do Patti, a mystery film for Netflix, co-starring Kajol.
Kriti Sanon Personal Life (Boyfriend):
Kriti Sanon’s current relationship status is not publicly known.
Kriti Sanon Networth / Income:
In 2019, Sanon appeared in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list, ranking 38th with an estimated annual income of ₹80.9 million (US$1.0 million).
Sanon is an endorser for several brands and products including Coca-Cola, Titan’s Raga, Parachute and Tissot. In the Times of India’s 50 Most Desirable Women list, she ranked 14th in 2017, 13th in 2018, 15th in 2019 and 19th in 2020. Sanon has been vocal on various topics, including pay disparity in Hindi cinema and the “patriarchal mindset” prevalent in the industry. In 2016, Sanon launched her own clothing line, named Ms. Taken. In 2022, she cofounded a fitness startup, named The Tribe, and in the following year, she launched her skincare brand, named Hyphen.
Kriti Sanon Filmography:
Kriti Sanon Movies:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Do Patti | Saumya Sood | Also producer |
| 2024 | Crew | Divya Rana | Completed |
| 2024 | Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya | SIFRA | |
| 2023 | Shehzada | Samara Singh | |
| 2023 | Adipurush | Janaki | Telugu and Hindi film |
| 2023 | Ganapath | Jassi | |
| 2022 | Bachchhan Paandey | Myra Devekar | |
| 2022 | Heropanti 2 | Unnamed | Special appearance in song “Whistle Baja 2.0” |
| 2022 | Bhediya | Dr. Anika | |
| 2021 | Mimi | Mimi Rathore | |
| 2021 | Hum Do Hamare Do | Aanya Mehra | |
| 2019 | Luka Chuppi | Rashmi Trivedi | |
| 2019 | Kalank | Unnamed | Special appearance in song “Aira Gaira” |
| 2019 | Arjun Patiala | Ritu Randhawa | |
| 2019 | Housefull 4 | Rajkumari Madhu / Kriti Thakral | |
| 2019 | Pati Patni Aur Woh | Neha Khanna | Special appearance |
| 2018 | Stree | Unnamed | Special appearance in song “Aao Kabhi Haveli Pe” |
| 2017 | Raabta | Saira Singh / Saiba Qazi | |
| 2017 | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Bitti Mishra | |
| 2015 | Dohchay | Meera | Telugu film |
| 2015 | Dilwale | Ishita Malik | |
| 2014 | 1: Nenokkadine | Sameera | Telugu film |
| 2014 | Heropanti | Dimpy Chaudhary |
[Read: Kriti Sanon Upcoming Movies]
Kriti Sanon Music Videos:
| Year | Title | Singer(s) | Composer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | “Chal Wahan Jaate Hain” | Arijit Singh | Amaal Mallik |
| 2017 | “Paas Aao” | Armaan Malik, Prakriti Kakar | – |
| 2020 | “Kudi Nu Nachne De” | Vishal Dadlani, Sachin–Jigar | Sachin–Jigar |
| 2020 | “Muskurayega India” | Vishal Mishra | Vishal Mishra |
Kriti Sanon Awards and Nominations:
| Year | Award | Category | Films | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor – Female | Bhediya | Nominated |
| 2022 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actress | Mimi | Won |
| 2022 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Actress | Mimi | Won |
| 2022 | Iconic Gold Awards | Best Actress of the Year | Mimi | Won |
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actress in an Original Film | Mimi | Nominated |
| 2021 | National Film Awards | Best Actress | Mimi | Won |
| 2020 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor – Female | Luka Chuppi | Nominated |
| 2019 | Screen Awards | Baat Nayi Award | Luka Chuppi | Won |
| 2018 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor – Female | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Screen Awards | Best Actress | Bareilly Ki Barfi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Screen Awards | Nothing to Hide Award | — | Won |
| 2018 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Style Icon of the Year | — | Won |
| 2015 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Female Debut – Telugu | 1: Nenokkadine | Nominated |
| 2015 | Stardust Awards | Superstar of Tomorrow (Female) | Heropanti | Nominated |
| 2015 | Big Star Entertainment Awards | Most Entertaining Debut Actress | Heropanti | Won |
| 2015 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Most Promising Debut – Female | Heropanti | Won |
| 2015 | Screen Awards | Best Female Debut | Heropanti | Nominated |
| 2015 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Heropanti | Won |
| 2015 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Star Debut of the Year (Female) | Heropanti | Won |
Other awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Iconic Performer (Female) | Nominated |
| 2023 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Actor (Female) | Won |
| 2023 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Youth Icon (Female) | Nominated |
| 2023 | Bollywood Hungama Style Icons | Most Stylish Actor – People’s Choice (Female) | Nominated |
| 2020 | Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards | Stylish Actor (Female) Reader’s Choice | Won |
| 2019 | Lokmat Stylish Awards | Most Stylish Entertainer | Won |
