From Sharmin Segal's Debut In Malaal To Starring In Heeramandi, Are Bhansali Connections At Play?
Sharmin Segal, niece of celebrated filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is currently at the centre of a heated debate following her latest role in the Netflix series "Heeramandi." The series, directed by Bhansali himself, is about the lives of courtesans in pre-independent India. However, despite the excitement for the series, the casting choice of Segal has sparked discontent among a section of the audience.
From Sharmin's Debut In Malaal To Role In Heeramandi, What's Her Bhansali Connections?
Since Sharmin Segal is the talk of the town for her 'strange' acting in "Heeramandi," let's have a look at how she started her Bollywood career:
Sharmin Segal's Early Life
Sharmin Segal was born on September 28, 1995, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, into a Hindu family. Her mother, Bela Segal, is a well-known Bollywood film editor famous for her work on films like "Black" and "Devdas." Sharmin grew up with a younger sister named Simran. Initially interested in becoming a doctor, she found her calling in acting in the 11th grade after participating in theater. Encouraged by her uncle, she decided to pursue acting full-time. Despite facing challenges like managing her weight, Sharmin's dedication led her to adopt a healthier lifestyle. She completed her education at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and soon became a familiar face in showbiz.
Connection With Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Sharmin, who is related to the renowned filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, started her film industry career as an assistant director. She first worked on "Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela" in 2013, followed by roles on the production teams of "Mary Kom,"? "Bajirao Mastani,"? and "Gangubai Kathiawadi."
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Acting Debut?
Sharmin made her acting debut in the 2019 film "Malaal,"? produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, where she played Astha Tripathi. Although the film received mixed reviews, her performance was well-received, earning her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. In 2022, she appeared as an air hostess in the ZEE5 movie "Atithi Bhooto Bhava" alongside Pratik Gandhi.
Personal Life
Recently, Sharmin married businessman Aman Gupta in a beautiful ceremony in Italy. She shared heartfelt moments from the wedding on social media, expressing her joy and excitement about starting this new chapter with Aman. In her posts, she highlighted the emotional significance of their union, celebrating the beginning of their journey together.
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