Vidya Balan

Vidya Balan

Born: January 1, 1978
in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Vidya Balan is an Indian actress, who appears in Hindi films. After graduating with a degree in sociology, she started her career starring in music videos, television shows and commercials, before appearing in feature films.

Balan made her movie debut in the Bengali film, Bhalo Theko in 2003. She later made her Hindi film debut with Parineeta (2005), which earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut as well as her first Best Actress nomination at the same ceremony. She subsequently essayed a variety of character roles, receiving her first commercial success with Rajkumar Hirani's Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006). She subsequently appeared in such films as Guru, Heyy Babyy (2008) and Bhool Bhulaiya (2008), the latter earning her another Filmfare nomination.

In 2009 she appeared as a single mother of a child suffering from progeria in R. Balki's Paa, her performance in which ultimately won her a Best Actress award at Filmfare. 2010 saw the release of Ishqiya, starring Balan in a role for which she was praised and awarded, and she followed it with her first real-life character of Sabrina Lal in the biopic No One Killed Jessica.

Movies for Vidya Balan...

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Title: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Character: Manjulika
Released: November 8, 2024
Type: Movie
Third instalment to the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise.
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Do Aur Do Pyaar
Title: Do Aur Do Pyaar
Character: Kavya
Released: April 19, 2024
Type: Movie
Kavya and Ani are a married couple. They live together, but are estranged from one another. They are both having long-standing extramarital affairs—she with Vikram and he with Nora.
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Neeyat
Title: Neeyat
Character: Mira Rao
Released: July 7, 2023
Type: Movie
When an exiled billionaire mysteriously dies at his birthday party at a Scottish castle, the prime suspects are his close family and friends, each with a motive to kill him.​ CBI officer Mira Rao must use all her skill to unravel the mystery where nothing is what it seems and everyone hides a secret or two.
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Jalsa
Title: Jalsa
Character: Maya Menon
Released: March 18, 2022
Type: Movie
A hit and run of an 18-year-old girl becomes the hub of a wheel that sets into motion many a spoke - a journalist, a raging mother, a cop and a system all caught in an ethical dilemma. Questions are raised only to realize that the truth is rarely pure and never simple.
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Sherni
Title: Sherni
Character: Vidya Vincent
Released: June 18, 2021
Type: Movie
A jaded forest officer leads a team of trackers and locals intending to capture an unsettled tigress while battling intense obstacles and pressures, both natural and man-made.
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Shakuntala Devi
Title: Shakuntala Devi
Character: Shakuntala Devi
Released: July 31, 2020
Type: Movie
Based on the life of Shakuntala Devi who is a well-known mathematical genius and calculating progidy from India. She has been nicknamed 'Human Computer' because of her extraordinary talent and skill in solving complex mathematical problems without any mechanical aid.
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Natkhat
Title: Natkhat
Character: Surekha
Released: June 2, 2020
Type: Movie
One evening, seven-year-old Sonu casually alludes to a ghastly act that he committed in school. Horrified and determined to correct his course, his doting mother Surekha decides that she won’t let him go down the same path as the other machismo-obsessed men in his family. Through her bedtime stories, she teaches Sonu the true virtue of equality.
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Mission Mangal
Title: Mission Mangal
Character: Tara Shinde
Released: August 15, 2019
Type: Movie
A team of Indian scientists at ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) take on the extraordinary task of successfully sending a satellite into the orbit of planet Mars in a country's maiden attempt.
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Nerkonda Paarvai
Title: Nerkonda Paarvai
Character: Kalyani Bharath
Released: August 8, 2019
Type: Movie
When three young women are harassed and implicated in a crime they didn't commit, a bipolar lawyer sets out to help them clear their names and prove it to everyone that a woman's consent matters.
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Title: Superstar Singer
Character: Self
Released: June 29, 2019
Type: TV
Join us in the journey of finding the Superstar Singer - Singing Ka Kal.
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N.T.R: Mahanayakudu
Title: N.T.R: Mahanayakudu
Character: Basavatarakam
Released: February 6, 2019
Type: Movie
A follow up to NTR: Kathanayakudu which was based on N.T. Rama Rao's life and acting career. This movie focuses on his political career.
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N.T.R: Kathanayakudu
Title: N.T.R: Kathanayakudu
Character: Basavatarakam
Released: January 9, 2019
Type: Movie
Based on the journey of the legendary Telugu actor, filmmaker and ex-Chief Minister Late Taraka Rama Rao Nandamuri.
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Amoli
Title: Amoli
Character: Narrator (English)
Released: May 7, 2018
Type: Movie
In India, a child goes missing every 8 minutes. Where do these children go? What happens to them? This is not just a story of one missing child. This is the reality of our nation. And yet, we sit in silence.
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Tumhari Sulu
Title: Tumhari Sulu
Character: Sulochana "Sulu" Dubey
Released: November 17, 2017
Type: Movie
A happy-go-lucky Mumbai suburban housewife Sulochana, fondly known as Sulu, lands the role of a night RJ, resulting in drastic changes to her routine life.
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Begum Jaan
Title: Begum Jaan
Character: Begum Jaan
Released: April 14, 2017
Type: Movie
On the eve of Independence, the chairman of the Border Commission, Sir Cyril Radcliffe decides to divide India and Pakistan into equitable halves. What the administration doesn’t account for is the line running through the middle of Begum Jaan’s brothel situated plonk on the border; with one half falling in India and the other in Pakistan.
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Kahaani 2
Title: Kahaani 2
Character: Vidya Sinha / Durga Rani Singh
Released: December 1, 2016
Type: Movie
Vidya Sinha (Vidya Balan) has only one obsession in life. She wants to see her teenage daughter Mini, who is paralysed waist-downwards, walk again. But, is this scenario as obvious as it seems? Or is Vidya an impersonator of Durga Rani Singh from Kalimpong, who is wanted for kidnapping and murder?
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Title: Yaaron Ki Baraat
Character: Self
Released: October 8, 2016
Type: TV
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Ekk Albela
Title: Ekk Albela
Character: Geeta Bali
Released: June 24, 2016
Type: Movie
The journey of Bhagwan Dada. A common man who rose to the top and became a legend in Indian Cinema.
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Te3n
Title: Te3n
Character: Sarita Sharma
Released: June 10, 2016
Type: Movie
A grandfather, police officer and a priest join hands to investigate and find a missing child.
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Title: The Kapil Sharma Show
Character: Herself
Released: April 23, 2016
Type: TV
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Hamari Adhuri Kahani
Title: Hamari Adhuri Kahani
Character: Vasudha Prasad
Released: June 12, 2015
Type: Movie
A single mother finds solace with a wealthy, but lonely hotel magnate, together they find love until her past comes back to confront her.
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Title: The Anupam Kher Show
Character: Herself
Released: July 6, 2014
Type: TV
The show starts with Anupam Kher welcoming everyone on the show. Anupam Kher then welcomes Bollywood actress Kajol on the show. Kajol then open her heart out highlighting her fears, likes and dislikes. Later, a member of the audience is asked to come on the stage for a Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta moment. Watch the show to know the likes, dislikes and fears of Kajol.
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Bobby Jasoos
Title: Bobby Jasoos
Character: Bobby
Released: July 4, 2014
Type: Movie
A film that celebrates the aspiration of Bobby, who wants to become the number one detective in the old city area of Hyderabad.
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Shaadi Ke Side Effects
Title: Shaadi Ke Side Effects
Character: Trisha Roy
Released: February 28, 2014
Type: Movie
An easy-going man ensures that the spark in his marriage stays strong by always apologizing and opting for the path of least conflict in his relationship. When his wife becomes pregnant and wishes to have the baby, he does not offer resistance, but is also not ready to be a father. How will their relationship evolve?
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Title: Son of Abish
Character: Herself
Released: February 1, 2014
Type: TV
Son Of Abish is a variety comedy talk show with host Abish Mathew.
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Mahabharat
Title: Mahabharat
Character: Draupadi (voice)
Released: December 27, 2013
Type: Movie
Mahabharat is considered as the greatest and the longest epic in world literature It has all the possible elements that a story could have - conflict, duty, sacrifice, heroism, truth, justice, romance, adventure, fantasy and relationships - making it truly an all-encompassing fascinating saga.
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Ghanchakkar
Title: Ghanchakkar
Character: Neetu Athray
Released: June 28, 2013
Type: Movie
A safe cracker claims he has lost his memory when two criminals come calling for their cut of the bank heist loot.
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Title: Comedy Nights with Kapil
Character: Self
Released: June 22, 2013
Type: TV
Comedy Nights with Kapil is a comedy show which provides a distinctive take on the everyday life of a common man as the show explores the story of every household and how our common man Kapil is affected by the simplest issues in life around him.
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Bombay Talkies
Title: Bombay Talkies
Character: Herself (uncredited)
Released: May 3, 2013
Type: Movie
One hundred years of Hindi cinema is celebrated in four short stories showcasing the power of film.
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Ferrari Ki Sawaari
Title: Ferrari Ki Sawaari
Character: Special Appearance in Song "Mala Jau De"
Released: June 15, 2012
Type: Movie
A little boy thinks of nothing but cricket. His father, Rusy, thinks of nothing but his little boy. To fulfill his sons dream of playing at Lords cricket ground, the honest and upright Rusy takes a reckless step. He borrows a gleaming red Ferrari. Just for one hour. The only trouble-- he doesnt inform the cars legendary owner. A wild, breathless, bumpy ride begins. A naive Rusy must dodge bullets and bouncers for one unforgettable night, and play the role of a perfect father. Can he do it? Ferrari Ki Sawaari is a fun-filled story of small guys and their big dreams and how these dreams turn into a mad comedy of errors. Fasten your seatbelts. The joyride awaits
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Kahaani
Title: Kahaani
Character: Vidya Bagchi
Released: March 8, 2012
Type: Movie
Pregnant and alone in the city of Kolkata, a woman begins a relentless search for her missing husband, only to find that nothing is what it seems.
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The Dirty Picture
Title: The Dirty Picture
Character: Reshma / Silk
Released: December 2, 2011
Type: Movie
After running away from home in search of movie stardom, a village girl rises to become a prominent sex symbol.
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Dum Maaro Dum
Title: Dum Maaro Dum
Character: Cameo as Mrs Kamath
Released: April 22, 2011
Type: Movie
ACP Vishnu is sent on a mission to investigate and clean the underbelly of Goa. During his investigation, he uncovers a huge racket and discovers the involvement of various politicians.
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Thank You
Title: Thank You
Character: Cameo
Released: April 8, 2011
Type: Movie
The film is about three husbands having affairs outside their marriage. One of their wives hires a detective named Kishen and finds out that their husbands are cheating. Their wives find out when Kishen scares them by blind folding them and when they tell their girlfriends list, Sanjana gets hurt and leaves and tries to commit suicide but Kishen helps her.
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Urumi
Title: Urumi
Character: Makkom / Bhumi
Released: March 31, 2011
Type: Movie
Kelu is a warrior in 16th century Kerala whose father was killed by Vasco da Gama and his troops. Kelu vows to avenge his father's death with the assistance of Vavvali and Ayesha, a warrior princess.
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No One Killed Jessica
Title: No One Killed Jessica
Character: Sabrina Lal
Released: January 7, 2011
Type: Movie
The true story of model Jessica Lall who was shot dead in a restaurant and the campaign to bring her killer to justice.
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Title: MasterChef India
Character: Guest Star
Released: October 16, 2010
Type: TV
Indian version of the competitive cooking reality series.
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Ishqiya
Title: Ishqiya
Character: Krishna Verma
Released: January 29, 2010
Type: Movie
While on the run from goons, a man and his nephew fall for a kidnapper's seductive widow.
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Paa
Title: Paa
Character: Vidya Arte
Released: December 4, 2009
Type: Movie
Auro suffers from a progeria like syndrome. Mentally he is 13 but physically he looks 5 times older. In spite of his condition, Auro is a very happy boy. He lives with his mother Vidya, who is a gynaecologist. Amol is young, progressive politician. He is a man with a mission. Auro is Amol's son. Paa is a 'rare' story about a father-son, son-father relationship.
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Kismat Konnection
Title: Kismat Konnection
Character: Priya
Released: July 18, 2008
Type: Movie
Raj Malhotra is a luckless architect who seeks success but in vain. He bumps into a social activist named Priya. Raj finds out that Priya is a lucky charm for him but unfortunately she is protecting the community center for which he aims to win the contract of demolishing for a brand new shopping mall.
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Halla Bol
Title: Halla Bol
Character: Sneha Chauhan / Sneha A. Khan
Released: January 11, 2008
Type: Movie
Ashfaque (Ajay Devgan) is a small town boy aspiring to be a film star in the Hindi film industry. He joins a street theatre group run by a reformed dacoit Sidhu (Pankaj Kapur) who uses street theatre as a medium to bring about an awakening in the masses. Ashfaque struggles to give a creative vent to the actor in him in order to realize his dreams.
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Om Shanti Om
Title: Om Shanti Om
Character: Self
Released: November 7, 2007
Type: Movie
Reincarnated 30 years after being killed in a suspicious on-set fire, a small-time actor is determined to punish the person who ignited the blaze.
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Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Title: Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Character: Avni Siddharth Chaturvedi/Manjulika
Released: October 12, 2007
Type: Movie
An NRI and his wife decide to stay in his ancestral home, paying no heed to the warnings about ghosts. Soon, inexplicable occurrences cause him to call a psychiatrist to help solve the mystery.
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Heyy Babyy
Title: Heyy Babyy
Character: Esha Sahni
Released: August 24, 2007
Type: Movie
Three handsome Sydney bachelors Aroush, Tanmay and Al – are having the time of their lives in Sydney. They flirt around, and have numerous conquests to their credit. They suddenly find their dating and mating rituals destroyed when a dimpled little roommate lands up on their doorstep. When it comes to babies, they’re total zeroes and this bundle of joy is anything but joyous.
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Eklavya: The Royal Guard
Title: Eklavya: The Royal Guard
Character: Rajeshwari / 'Rajjo'
Released: February 16, 2007
Type: Movie
As the kingdom of Devigarh comes apart at the seams, an aging bodyguard attempts to protect the Royal Family, as well as keep its darkest secrets from ever coming to light.
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Salaam-e-Ishq
Title: Salaam-e-Ishq
Character: Tehzeeb Raina
Released: January 26, 2007
Type: Movie
Six couples who do not know each other are brought together by destiny, fate and love
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Guru
Title: Guru
Character: Meenakshi "Meenu" Saxena
Released: January 12, 2007
Type: Movie
Gurukant Desai hails from Idhar, a small village in Gujarat, but dreams of setting up his own business in Mumbai. After he returns from Turkey, he marries Sujatha for getting the dowry and arrives in Mumbai to start his business. This film chronicles the obstacles he meets, his subsequent rise and the huge backlash he receives when it is revealed that he used unethical means to rise in the business circuit.
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Lage Raho Munna Bhai
Title: Lage Raho Munna Bhai
Character: Jhanvi
Released: September 1, 2006
Type: Movie
Lovable goon Munna falls for a morning radio host by the name of Jahnvi, who also runs an elders' home which an unscrupulous builder seeks to attain. In order to gain Jahnvi’s attention, he cheats his way to winning a Mahatma Gandhi radio quiz. When Jahnvi consequently expresses interest in Munna, he and his best friend Circuit attempt to keep up the facade.
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Parineeta
Title: Parineeta
Character: Lolita (Gurcharan's daughter)
Released: June 10, 2005
Type: Movie
Since childhood, Lolita has been in love with her next-door neighbor, Shekhar, whose father, Navinchandra, is a wealthy but heartless businessman. When she discovers Navinchandra's plan to seize her uncle's home and turn it into a hotel, she decides to seek help from Girish, a steel tycoon. Shekhar, however, suspects romantic motives are behind Lolita's entreaty.
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Title: Koffee with Karan
Character: Self
Released: November 19, 2004
Type: TV
Celebrity host Karan Johar gets up close and personal with various Bollywood personalities and discusses their major career milestones.
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Bhalo Theko
Title: Bhalo Theko
Released: December 25, 2003
Type: Movie
The film is set in Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose's home in Falta, West Bengal, masquerading as Uttarpara. It deals with the story of a girl Anandi and her family (including uncle, brother, parents and sister), lover (brother's friend Babua) and few neighbours. Nature, tradition and love are Anandi's pillars of support in difficult times. Her brother will slowly drift away with bad or risky companies, will not return home one day, and will be lost forever. Her parents will die heartbroken and her sister will get married suddenly and will leave the family. Babua will go abroad and marry somebody else.
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Title: Kaun Banega Crorepati
Character: Self
Released: July 3, 2000
Type: TV
Hosted by India's biggest superstar, Amitabh Bachchan, one of the biggest shows is here to entertain millions, change lives and make dreams come true.
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Title: Aap Ki Adalat
Character: Herself
Released: January 1, 1992
Type: TV
The host invites various personalities who must defend themselves in light of their recent controversies and against the accusations levied on them by the public.