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SargunMehta

Actor and producer

  • Born
  • BirthplaceChandigarh, India
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  • 5PTC Punjabi Film Awards
  • 2Filmfare Awards Punjabi

Sargun Mehta moved from Hindi television to Punjabi cinema, where she became one of its highest-paid actresses. She has won five PTC Punjabi Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards Punjabi.

Chandigarh schooling, Delhi stage

Sargun studied at Sacred Heart Convent and Carmel Convent School in Chandigarh, then at Kirori Mal College in Delhi, where she performed in theatre. A professor’s nudge to audition led to her first TV role.

Television

She debuted in 12/24 Karol Bagh (2009), then played the title role in Phulwa, followed by Kya Huaa Tera Vaada and Balika Vadhu.

Punjabi cinema and producing

Her film debut, Angrej (2015), won her the PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Actress. Love Punjab and Lahoriye brought Filmfare Awards Punjabi, Qismat and Qismat 2 were major hits, and Cuttputlli (2022) marked her Hindi film debut. She also works as a producer.

Timeline

  1. 1988Born in Chandigarh on 6 September
  2. 2009TV debut in 12/24 Karol Bagh
  3. 2011Title role in Phulwa
  4. 2015Film debut in Angrej
  5. 2018Qismat
  6. 2022Hindi film debut in Cuttputlli

Honours

  • PTC Punjabi Film Awards (five)
  • Filmfare Awards Punjabi for Best Actress (Love Punjab, Lahoriye)

Quick questions

Where was Sargun Mehta born?

Sargun Mehta was born in Chandigarh, India. Born in Chandigarh; schooled at Sacred Heart Convent and Carmel Convent School in the city.

When was Sargun Mehta born?

Sargun Mehta was born on 6 September 1988.

What is Sargun Mehta known for?

Sargun Mehta is known for Angrej, Qismat, Phulwa and Cuttputlli.

What awards has Sargun Mehta received?

Honours include PTC Punjabi Film Awards (five); Filmfare Awards Punjabi for Best Actress (Love Punjab, Lahoriye).

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