Sonali Bendre (born 1 January 1975) is an Indian actress who predominantly works in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu films. Bendre did modelling assignments prior to making her acting debut with Aag (1994), which won her the Filmfare Award for New Face of the Year.
Bendre has since appeared as a judge on various reality shows including India's Got Talent and India's Best Dramebaaz. Later, Bendre starred in the television series Ajeeb Daastaan Hai Ye (2014) and The Broken News (2022-2024). Along with her acting career, Bendre is a celebrity endorser for brands and products. She is married to filmmaker Goldie Behl with whom she has a son.
Bendre was a model before entering the Star Dust Talent Search. She made her film debut with Aag (1994) at the age of 19.[6] For this, she won the Filmfare Award for Lux New Face of the Year and Screen Award for Best Female Debut.[7][8] The same year, she also appeared in Naaraaz, for which she was awarded Filmfare's Sensational Debut Award.[9] Bendre had three releases in 1995 with The Don, Gaddaar and Takkar.[10] Bendre later received recognition with the song "Humma Humma" from the film, Bombay.[11][12]
In 1999, Bendre appeared opposite Aamir Khan in Sarfarosh.[25]Filmfare noted, "Sonali does justice to her first real role, the only one worth talking about, that is." She received IIFA Best Actress Award nomination.[26] Bendre next portrayed Dr. Preeti in Hum Saath-Saath Hain opposite Salman Khan, which became the highest-grossing film of the year.[27] While Anupama Chopra from India Today quoted, "The women mostly doll up, dance and cook", Alok Kumar opined, "Sonali don't really do much, but looks good doing whatever she does".[28][29] She then appeared in Dahek opposite Akshaye Khanna.[30] The same year, she made her Tamil film debut with Kadhalar Dhinam opposite new actor Kunal, a box office success.[31] Then, she had another Tamil release with Kannodu Kanbathellam opposite Arjun Sarja.[32][33]
Bendre appeared in three films in 2001. She made her Telugu film debut with Murari opposite Mahesh Babu.[41] A critic of Sify found her to be "charming". It was a box office success.[42][43] She next appeared in Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega opposite Saif Ali Khan. Taran Adarsh stated, "Sonali Bendre doesn't get enough scope to display histrionics."[44] She then appeared in the song "Saajan Ke Ghar Jaana Hai" in Lajja.[45] Lastly, Bendre appeared opposite Ajay Devgn in Tera Mera Saath Rahen. Priyanka Bhattacharya of Rediff.com noted, "Sonali Bendre looks pretty but is not given much scope to act."[46]
In 2002, Bendre starred in three successful Telugu films. She first appeared in Indra opposite Chiranjeevi.[47] Reviewer from Idlebrain.com noted, "Sonali suited the role to tee and did her bit to perfection."[48] She next appeared in Khadgam opposite Ravi Teja.[49] Lastly, she appeared opposite Nagarjuna in Manmadhudu.[50] A critic from Sify stated, "Sonali is excellent and has played her role with conviction."[51]
Bendre had five film releases in 2003. She made her Marathi film debut with Anahat,[52] for which she won Star Screen Award for Best Actress - Marathi. Pankaj Upadhyaya opined, "Sonali Bendre has never looked so good, so sensual."[53] She next appeared in Pyaar Kiya Nahin Jaatha opposite Diwakar Pundir. Later, appeared in Telugu film Palnati Brahmanayudu opposite Nandamuri Balakrishna. Rediff.com's reviewer found Bendre to be "good as the villain".[54] Bendre took on supporting parts in her two last released films of the year - Chori Chori opposite Ajay Devgn, Sukanya Verma noted, "Bendre is required to look both beautiful and jealous and does it admirably."[55] and in Kal Ho Naa Ho alongside Shah Rukh Khan.[56]
In 2004, Bendre starred in Shankar Dada M.B.B.S., a remake of Munna Bhai M.B.B.S, opposite Chiranjeevi. It was commercially successful.[57] A reviewer of idlebrain.com stated, "Sonali Bendre is totally cool. She is the perfect choice for this role and has acted with ease.".[58] She then made a special appearance in Aga Bai Arrecha!'s song "Cham Cham Karta Hai". In 2007, Bendre starred in a theatre play called Aap Ki Soniya. Post this, Bendre took a break from acting in films and shifted to television.[59]
Bendre turned narrator for the show Mission Sapne on Colors TV in 2014.[61] Bendre made her film comeback with Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! in 2013, where she appeared opposite Akshay Kumar.[62] Her part was described by director Milan Luthria as, "Sonali's character is called Mumtaz. The character doesn't fit into the usual mould of a mother or a sister or bhabhi but has an identity of its own. That is what makes it special. And that's why Sonali agreed to be a part of the film."[63]Anupama Chopra from Hindustan Times opined, "Sonali Bendre shines in the few scenes she has."[64]
In 2022, her delayed 1997 film Love You Hamesha, opposite Akshaye Khanna, was released on YouTube.[67][68] She also turned judge for DID Li'ls Masters Season 5 in 2022, marking her television comeback after 4 years.[69] In her final work of the year, Bendre made her streaming debut with The Broken News, portraying a news channel head.[70]Namrata Thakker noted, "Sonali stands out, delivering a nuanced performance. She aces the emotional scenes."[71] While Saibal Chatterjee added, "Bendre, brings remarkable maturity and balance to bear upon her interpretation of her role."[72]
In 2024, Bendre reprised her character, in the second season of The Broken News.[73] Writing for The Indian Express, Shubhra Gupta was appreciative of her performance and called her the "strongest reason" to watch the series.[74]
On 4 July 2018, Bendre announced that, she has been diagnosed with a metastatic cancer and was undergoing treatment in a New York City hospital.[80][6] Despite having stage 4 cancer, the actress became cancer free in 2021.[81]
When Michael Jackson performed at a concert in Mumbai in 1996, Bendre had the opportunity to welcome Jackson.[82] She was dressed in a traditional Marathi sari and welcomed Jackson by applying the traditional 'tilak' on his forehead.[83][84] Bendre co-owns Pune Jaguars, a team at "The Tennis Premier League".[85] She has ramp walked for Made In India and Pidilite - CPAA charity.[86][87] She has also been cover model for various magazines including Vogue.[88][89] Bendre supports a number of causes,[90] including children's education and has been actively supporting cancer survivors. She says, "In whatever capacity I can, I will always be there to help and support the cause of cancer survivors."[91]
Controversy
In 1998, Bendre was charged with poaching two blackbucks on the outskirts of Kankani village in Jodhpur district of Rajasthan during the filming of Hum Saath Saath Hain along with co-stars Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Tabu and Neelam Kothari.[92] A lower court charged her with the others under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and the IPC. She had filed a revision petition before a sessions court which discharged her of Section 51 (causing harm to wildlife) of Wildlife Act and both of 147 (punishment for rioting) and 149 (unlawful assembly of persons) of the Indian Penal Code.[93] The Rajasthan State Government then filed a revision petition before the Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur which again added Section 149 against her, which had been dropped earlier. In December 2012, the Jodhpur court summoned her along with all the accused for commencement of the trial with the revised charges on 4 February 2013.[94] Although Bendre was acquitted in the blackbuck poaching case on 5 April 2018,[95] the Rajasthan High Court issued her with a notice, challenging her acquittal on 11 March 2019.[96]
In 2001, Bendre was arrested by Mumbai Police for wearing thigh-length, lemon yellow kurta with Om and Om Namah Shivay printed on it.[97]
Reception and public image
Bendre has often been regarded as one of the most stylish actresses in Bollywood.[98][99] Rahul Gangwani of Filmfare termed her "beautiful and fresher than the first rains" and said, "Even though Sonali hasn't appeared on the big screen for a decade now, the craze for her remains unbeaten."[100]Rediff.com included her in their "Bollywood's Most Beautiful Actresses" list and noted, "One of the most underrated actresses, Sonali has traditional beauty."[101]India Today termed the actress, "The poster girl of the late 90s".[102]News18 called her the "Golden Girl of Bollywood" and added, "Bendre, renowned for her work in Hindi films and beyond, has carved a niche for herself as a style icon."[103]
"I take it as it comes. If I feel strongly about something I voice my opinion, if the director agrees fine, or let him convince me. It comes from having a relationship with the director. You talk out the scene with your directors and your co-stars."[106]
In addition to her acting career, Bendre is a celebrity endorser for brands and products, including Nirma soap.[107] She has also endorsed fairness cream,[108] clothing brand Radha, with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Oriflame India.[109][110] Bendre was placed 36th in FHM India's 100 sexiest women list.[111] In 2015, Bendre wrote a book named, "The Modern Gurukul: My Experiment with Parenting", which talks about her achievements and challenges as a first-time mother.[112] Bendre appeared on Forbes India'sCelebrity 100 list of 2016, ranking 99th, with an estimated annual income of ₹65 million (US$780,000).[113] In 2018, Bendre was among the most searched personality on Google in Pakistan.[114]
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