Kriti Sanon
A Bollywood star who climbed from modeling to a National Award, defining a generation of relatable, ambitious heroines.
Born 1990 (age 36)·Indian actress·Birthday: July 27·Millennials
Biography
Kriti Sanon didn't just arrive in Bollywood; she engineered a strategic ascent. After beginning her career as a model, she made a striking debut in 2014 with 'Heropanti,' instantly marking her as a fresh face with undeniable screen presence. Sanon, however, quickly proved she was more than that. She deliberately selected roles that showcased range, from the bubbly tourist in 'Dilwale' to a small-town woman seeking independence in 'Bareilly Ki Barfi.' Her breakthrough came with the 2019 sci-fi drama 'Mimi,' where her transformative performance as a surrogate mother won her the National Film Award for Best Actress, a testament to her dramatic depth. With a sharp business mind, she launched her own clothing line and production company, cementing her status as a modern star who controls her narrative. Sanon represents a new wave of Bollywood actors who blend commercial appeal with artistic credibility and entrepreneurial savvy.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Kriti was born in 1990, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Kriti Was Born
The biggest hits of 1990
#1 Movie
Home Alone
Best Picture
Dances with Wolves
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Kriti's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1990Born
Hubble Space Telescope launched; Germany reunifies
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.80/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Hold On" — Wilson PhillipsBest Picture: Dances with Wolves
1995Started school
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2003Became a teenager
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2006Could drive
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2008Could vote
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Turned 21
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2020Turned 30
COVID-19 pandemic shuts down the world
Gas: $2.17/galHome: $248,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Blinding Lights" — The WeekndBest Picture: Nomadland
2026Age 36 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the 2021 film 'Mimi.'
- Received two Filmfare Awards, including one for Best Female Debut for 'Heropanti.'
- Ranked on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list in 2019, reflecting her commercial success and influence.
Did You Know?
She holds a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jaypee Institute of Information Technology.
Before acting, she worked as a model and appeared in television commercials.
She is the founder of the clothing brand 'Ms. Taken' and the production company 'Blue Butterfly Films.'
“I don't believe in luck. I believe in hard work and the right opportunity meeting at the right time.”
