Sangeeta Bijlani
Sangeeta Bijlani | |
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.jpg) Bijlani in 2017 | |
| Born | 9 July 1960[1] |
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| Years active | 1988–1997 |
| Spouse | [2] |
Sangeeta Bijlani (born 9 July 1960) is an Indian former actress, model and beauty pageant titleholder who is known for winning the title of Femina Miss India 1980. She represented India at Miss Universe 1980.[3] She started her acting career starring in Hindi films, playing a lead role in the film Qatil (1988) and was one of the three female leads in the film Tridev (1989).
Early life[edit]
Bijlani was born on 9 July 1960 in Bombay (present Mumbai), Maharashtra, India into a Sindhi Hindu family.[1][4]
Modelling and commercials[edit]
Bijlani began modelling at the age of 16.[1] She went on to do many commercials including ads of Nirma and Pond's soap.[3] Sangeeta received her popular name "Bijli" from her modelling days.[1]
Miss India Universe and international recognition[edit]
Bijlani was crowned Miss India Universe Title in 1980.[1] She represented India at the Miss Universe pageant in Seoul, South Korea where she won Best National Costume award designed by her mother Poonam Bijlani.[citation needed]
Bollywood debut and success[edit]
Bijlani made her Bollywood debut in 1988 with Qatil, opposite Aditya Pancholi and then went on to act in Tridev, Hathyar, Jurm, Yodha, Yugandhar, Izzat and Lakshman Rekha.[citation needed] She did a bilingual in Hindi and Kannada opposite Vishnu Vardhan. She was nominated by the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress category for Jurm opposite Vinod Khanna and was directed by Mahesh Bhatt and scripted by Salim Khan. She has also worked with Mahesh Bhatt, Mukul Anand, J.P. Dutta, Rahul Rawail and N. Chandra.[citation needed]
Television career[edit]
Bijlani made her small-screen debut with Chandni - "a tale of power, revenge and love" in early 1996 opposite actor Shahbaz Khan. She also went on to produce Hasna Mat, with Kader Khan on Star Plus and Kinarey Milte Nahi on Zee TV.
| Year | Series | Role | Network | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Super Dancer | Guest | Sony Entertainment Television | With Jackie Shroff | [5] |
Personal life[edit]
Bijlani and Salman Khan started dating each other in 1986 when they were still modelling and their relationship ended as Khan was caught cheating.[1] Years later, the duo shared hugs and kisses during Khan's 57th birthday.[6]
On 14 November 1996, Bijlani married cricketer Mohammed Azharuddin in Mumbai. The marriage ended in a divorce in 2010.[7][8]
Filmography[edit]
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Qatil | Kiran Mathur | |
| 1989 | Hathyar | Jenny | |
| 1989 | Tridev | Natasha Tejani | |
| 1990 | Jai Shiv Shankar | Unreleased | |
| 1990 | Gunahon Ka Devta | Bhinde's sister | |
| 1990 | Hatim Tai | Gulnar Pari, Husna Pari | |
| 1990 | Jurm | Geeta Sarabhai | |
| 1990 | Paap Ki Kamaee | ||
| 1991 | Yodha | Vidya Agnihotri | |
| 1991 | Police Matthu Dada | Kannada film | |
| 1991 | Dhun | Unreleased film | |
| 1991 | Numbri Aadmi | Sangeeta Rana | |
| 1991 | Inspector Dhanush | Sangeeta | |
| 1991 | Vishnu-Devaa | Sangeeta Samppat | |
| 1991 | Khoon Ka Karz | Sagarika D. Mehta | |
| 1991 | Gunehgar Kaun | Nisha | |
| 1991 | Izzat | Surya | |
| 1991 | Shiv Ram | ||
| 1991 | Lakshmanrekha | Beenu | |
| 1993 | Yugandhar | ||
| 1993 | Tahqiqaat | Roopa | |
| 1993 | Game | Advocate Shraddha | |
| 1996 | Nirbhay | Radha | |
| 1997 | Jagannath | ||
| 1997 | ABCD |
Television commercial[edit]
In popular culture[edit]
A 2016 Bollywood film Azhar, directed by Tony D'Souza, was based on her life and depicts her relationship with her ex-husband and Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin. Bijlani's character was played by Nargis Fakhri in the film.[10][11] According to media reports, Bijlani was not happy with her portrayal in the film as she was called the "house breaker" and further planned to sue the filmmakers.[12][13] However, Emran Hashmi the lead actor in the film slammed the media reports that Bijlani is unhappy with her character.[14][15]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g "10 साल तक संगीता बिजलानी और सलमान खान ने किया था डेट, इस वजह से नहीं हो सकी शादी". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). 8 July 2018. Retrieved 21 May 2019.
- ^ Gupta, Rajarshi (21 December 2015). "Mohammad Azharuddin furious with reports of third marriage". India Today. Retrieved 7 May 2016.
- ^ a b Sangeeta Bijlani. movies.yahoo.com
- ^ Dixit, Shivani (9 July 2021). "10 Then vs now photos! 61-year old Sangeeta Bijlani's transformation is sure to make your eyes pop". Zoom TV. Retrieved 25 November 2021.
- ^ "Sangeeta Bijlani recreates Tridev magic with Jackie Shroff on Super Dancer 4". Hindustan Times. 15 August 2021. Retrieved 15 August 2021.
- ^ Chaubey, Pranita (27 December 2022). "Salman Khan Pictured With Ex-Girlfriend Sangeeta Bijlani At His Birthday Party. Pics Here". NDTV. Retrieved 4 April 2024.
- ^ "Third time's the charm: Mohammad Azharuddin gets married, again". The Times of India. 20 December 2015. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
- ^ "Met Sangeeta Bijlani during an ad shoot in 1985, it was love at first sight: Azharuddin". India Today. 10 January 2019. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
- ^ "When Vicco Turmeric 'nahi cosmetic' spread the love". Economic Times. 11 December 2021. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Nargis Fakhri to play Sangeeta's role in Azharuddin biopic". Hindustan Times. 3 July 2015. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ PTI (4 July 2015). "Nargis Fakhri to Play Sangeeta Bijlani in 'Azhar'". The Quint. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ "Sangeeta Bijlani to sue Azhar team?". Tribune. 30 April 2016. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ Trivedi, Hiten J (28 January 2017). "Sangeeta Bijlani and Manoj Prabhakar to sue the makers of 'Azhar'? - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ PTI (28 January 2017). "Emraan Hashmi: Reports of Sangeeta Bijlani miffed with 'Azhar' false". The Times of India. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ PTI (29 April 2016). "Emraan Hashmi clears the air on Sangeeta Bijlani being miffed with 'Azhar'". DNA India. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
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