Raveena Tandon

Biography:

Raveena Tandon, born on October 26, 1972, stands as an acclaimed Indian actress celebrated for her impactful contributions to Hindi cinema. The daughter of director Ravi Tandon, she embarked on her acting journey with the 1991 action film “Patthar Ke Phool,” earning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

Her career soared as she established herself with leading roles in commercially successful action ventures like “Dilwale” (1994), “Mohra” (1994), “Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi” (1996), and “Ziddi” (1997). Notably, her role in the 1994 drama “Laadla” earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.

In the late ’90s, her collaborations with Govinda in successful comedies such as “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” (1998), “Dulhe Raja” (1998), and “Anari No.1” (1999) showcased her versatility. Tandon ventured into diverse roles, embracing crime dramas like “Ghulam-E-Mustafa” (1997) and “Shool” (1999), showcasing her ability to portray varied characters.

Transitioning into the 2000s, she explored arthouse cinema, delivering acclaimed performances in films like “Daman” and “Aks” in 2001. These roles earned her critical acclaim, including a National Film Award for Best Actress for “Daman” and a Filmfare Special Performance Award for “Aks.”

Following her marriage to film distributor Anil Thadani, Tandon took breaks from films but maintained intermittent appearances on television, engaging in shows like “Sahib Biwi Gulam” (2004), “Chak De Bachche” (2008), and hosting talk shows like “Isi Ka Naam Zindagi” (2012) and “Simply Baatien With Raveena” (2014).

Her return to the big screen in “Maatr” (2017) and her compelling portrayal in the Netflix crime thriller series “Aranyak” (2021) earned her critical acclaim, securing a Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actress. Additionally, her notable supporting role in the blockbuster “K.G.F: Chapter 2” (2022) marked a significant milestone in her career.

Beyond her acting prowess, Tandon is recognized for her environmental activism, collaborating with PETA since 2002. A mother of four—two adopted and two with her husband—she continues to captivate audiences with her versatile performances while championing causes close to her heart.