Alia Bhatt
British Indian actress, filmmaker, singer
Born
March 15th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
India
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Born in 1993, this British Indian actress gained prominence in Hindi cinema with her debut in the film 'Student of the Year' in 2012. She achieved critical and commercial success through prominent roles in films such as 'Raazi', which earned her a National Film Award, and 'Gully Boy', which was India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards. In addition to acting, involvement in production through her own company further highlights contributions to the film industry. The artistry also extends to music, with performances in several film soundtracks.
Starred in 'Raazi' and won the National Film Award
Featured in 'Gully Boy', India's entry for the Oscars
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