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Pooja Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 24 February 1972
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Actor, Film Producer, Film Director, Film Actor, Film Editor, Screenwriter, Model
  • Father Mahesh Bhatt
  • Mother Kiran Bhatt
  • Spouse Manish Makhija (2003; 2014)
  • Siblings Rahul Bhatt, Alia Bhatt
  • Years active 1989-present

Related Other Pages:

  • Big Girls Dont Cry Bgdc, 
  • Rahul Bhatt, 
  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin
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ABOUT Pooja Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt: A Legacy in Hindi Cinema Pooja Bhatt, born February 24, 1972, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema, excelling as an actress, director, and filmmaker. Emerging in the late 1980s, she quickly established herself as a leading lady, achieving critical acclaim and box office success. Her career trajectory showcases versatility and a willingness to take on diverse roles. Bhatt's career launched with Mahesh Bhatt's Daddy (1989), earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. The romantic comedy Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991) proved a significant breakthrough, becoming her highest-grossing film. Throughout the 1990s, she delivered memorable performances in films like Sadak, Junoon, Naaraaz, Chaahat, Tamanna, Border, Kabhi Na Kabhi, Angaaray, and Zakhm, showcasing a range that extended beyond typical romantic leads. While recent acting credits are limited, her contributions to Hindi cinema remain significant. She is a recipient of several accolades, including two National Film Awards and a Filmfare Award, solidifying her legacy as a talented and influential personality in the Indian film industry. Her directorial ventures and continued involvement behind the camera further demonstrate her enduring commitment to the craft.

Pooja Bhatt FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Big Girls Don't Cry (BGDC)
  • Big Girls Don't Cry (BGDC)

    ( 2024 )

No Upcoming Movies
  • Sanaa
  • Sanaa

    ( 2022 )

  • Chup - The Revenge of an Artist
  • Chup - The Revenge of an Artist

    ( 2022 )

  • Bombay Begums
  • Bombay Begums

    ( 2021 )

  • Sadak 2
  • Sadak 2

    ( 2020 )

  • Sanam Teri Kasam
  • Sanam Teri Kasam

    ( 2009 )

  • Mango Souffle
  • Mango Souffle

    ( 2002 )

  • Everybody Says I'm Fine!
  • Everybody Says I'm Fine!

    ( 2001 )

  • Dhundh
  • Dhundh

    ( 1999–2000 )

  • Yeh Aashiqui Meri
  • Yeh Aashiqui Meri

    ( 1998 )

  • Zakhm
  • Zakhm

    ( 1998 )

  • Angaaray
  • Angaaray

    ( 1998 )

  • Kabhi Na Kabhi
  • Kabhi Na Kabhi

    ( 1998 )

  • Tamanna
  • Tamanna

    ( 1998 )

  • Border
  • Border

    ( 1997 )

  • One Plus One
  • One Plus One

    ( 1997–1999 )

  • Chaahat
  • Chaahat

    ( 1996 )

  • Kalloori Vaasal
  • Kalloori Vaasal

    ( 1996 )

  • Angrakshak
  • Angrakshak

    ( 1995 )

  • Hum Dono
  • Hum Dono

    ( 1995 )

  • Gunehgar
  • Gunehgar

    ( 1995 )

  • Kranti Kshetra
  • Kranti Kshetra

    ( 1994 )

  • Naaraaz
  • Naaraaz

    ( 1994 )

  • Tadipaar
  • Tadipaar

    ( 1993 )

  • Pehla Nasha
  • Pehla Nasha

    ( 1993 )

  • Chor Aur Chand
  • Chor Aur Chand

    ( 1993 )

  • Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee
  • Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee

    ( 1993 )

  • Sir
  • Sir

    ( 1993 )

  • Prem Deewane
  • Prem Deewane

    ( 1992 )

  • Jaanam
  • Jaanam

    ( 1992 )

  • Junoon
  • Junoon

    ( 1992 )

  • Saatwan Aasman
  • Saatwan Aasman

    ( 1992 )

  • Sadak
  • Sadak

    ( 1991 )

  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin
  • Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin

    ( 1991 )

  • Daddy
  • Daddy

    ( 1989 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Pooja Bhatt AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 2000 Zakhm

  • Critics Award for Best Actress
  • The Bollywood Awards for Critics Award for Best Actress - 1999 Zakhm

  • Lux Face of the Year
  • The Filmfare Awards for Lux Face of the Year - 1991

  • Best Feature Film on National Integration
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Feature Film on National Integration - 1999 Zakhm

  • Best Film on other social issues
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Film on other social issues - 1999 Tamanna

  • Smita Patil Memorial Award
  • The Priyadarshni Academy Awards for Smita Patil Memorial Award - 1992

  • Face of the Year
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Face of the Year - 1999 Zakhm

  • Performer of the Year - Female
  • The Stardust Awards, India for Performer of the Year - Female - 2003 Everybody Says I'm Fine!

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

POOJA BHATT NEWS

Pooja Bhatt recalls her mother Kiran locking a drunk Mahesh Bhatt in balcony, stopped her from opening door: 'I couldn't judge you because...'

October 09, 2025 10:19 pm

On Pooja Bhatt’s podcast, her father, Mahesh Bhatt, became emotional as he reflected on how reckless he had been as a parent.

He worked with Christopher Nolan, and then he did a 'scary' Abbas-Mustan project; the same actor also played both Jinnah and Nehru

October 02, 2025 3:20 pm

Denzil Smith recalled the 'intense' experience of working with Christopher Nolan on Tenet, and then immediately going into a 'scary' Abbas-Mustan project.

Director of Guru Dutt classic became homeless after flop, watched every piece of furniture being taken away for auction

October 02, 2025 1:40 pm

Director Mahesh Bhatt recalled witnessing a distraught yesteryear director sitting by himself as his every possession was taken away after one of his films tanked.

Mahesh Bhatt's first wife lived in an orphanage, gave him 'permission' to marry woman he cheated on her with: 'Wrote love letters in blood'

October 02, 2025 11:50 am

Mahesh Bhatt recalled his love story with first wife Lorraine Bright, whom he met when she was just 14 and living in an orphanage.

Mahesh Bhatt fed 'human flesh' to a potential investor upon a tantrik's recommendation: 'We had this key to this kingdom of money'

October 01, 2025 5:25 pm

Mahesh Bhatt went on a trip to Gaya via Varanasi, where a tantrik gave him a piece of supposed human flesh.

'Pooja Bhatt tortured me, sabotaged my career; said actors are like dogs,' claims Muzammil Ibrahim: 'If I ask you to sit you sit...'

September 17, 2025 1:12 pm

Model Muzammil Ibrahim said Pooja Bhatt created a very toxic environment on sets of Dhokha and tried to break him by hurling abuses at him. He was just 21 at that time.

6 daring fashion photoshoots that shocked the country with their boldness

August 21, 2025 5:32 pm

These bold fashion editorials, though controversial at the time, have played a huge role in shaping public discourse around identity, freedom, and self-expression in Indian pop culture.

Patriarch of iconic Bollywood family abandoned his son, forced second family to live in secrecy for decades, went blind in his final days

July 17, 2025 3:15 pm

Filmmaker Nanabhai Bhatt's career began before India gained Independence, but his family and children were destined to remain trapped by his decision for their entire lives.

'Heinous' Pooja Bhatt was 'abusive' on the set of Dhokha, alleges Muzammil Ibrahim: 'She compared John Abraham, Dino Morea to dogs'

June 06, 2025 9:21 am

In a recent interview, actor Muzammil Ibrahim revealed that he was mistreated and verbally abused by Pooja Bhatt on the sets of their 2007 film Dhokha.

When Pooja Bhatt opened up about a not-so typical day at home with dad Mahesh: 'I am still a 10½ pound kid for my father'; expert reflects on such bonds

May 27, 2025 2:37 pm

"Agar log baap-beti ke rishte ko hi galat nazar se dekh sakte hain, toh woh kuch bhi soch sakte hain. Aur fir hum family values ki baat karte hain? Bahut bada joke hai," Pooja Bhatt added

POOJA BHATT VIDEOS

Pooja Bhatt to recreate small sequence of 'Aashiqui' in 'Cabaret'

February 11, 2016 11:42 am

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt said she regrets her decision to not romance Rahul Roy in 90's musical hit 'Aashiqui' because she wanted to get married.With an intention to relive her missed opportunity, the actress is now reviving an epic sequence of 'Aashiqui' in the upcoming film 'Cabaret' with Rahul Roy and Richa Chaddha. Pooja also told media that she is all set to start the shoot of 'Jism 3' and it is going to be the boldest film of the industry so far.For now, Pooja is busy in the production of her upcoming film 'Cabaret' which stars Richa Chaddha in a lead role.'Cabaret', directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyog, traces the journey of a dancer who travels from Jharkhand before making to Mumbai.The film is schedule to hit the screens on May 6.

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