Sushmita Sen made her Bollywood debut with the film "Dastak" in 1996, which was followed by her critically acclaimed performance in "Biwi No. 1" (1999). Her portrayal of the character "Rahul" in the film "Main Hoon Na" (2004) earned her widespread recognition and appreciation. Some of her notable films include "Mujhe Kucch Kuchh Pyaara Hai" (2000), "Sakhi" (2002), and "Aldar" (2002).
: She was honored with the Maha Samman at the Ananya Samman 2026 ceremony in Kolkata, where she was celebrated alongside other notable artists .
Sushmita Sen is a renowned Indian actress, model, and former Miss Universe (1994). Born on November 19, 1975, in Hyderabad, India, Sen began her career as a model at a young age. She gained international recognition after winning the Miss Universe title, which catapulted her into the world of Bollywood.