Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Kangana Ranaut began their career in 1994 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 32 years. With 30 credits to their name, Kangana Ranaut remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Spanning 30+ years, Kangana Ranaut's career remains one of the longest and most celebrated in Tamil cinema.
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Biography
Kangana Ranaut is an Indian film actress. She has established a career in Bollywood and is one of the highest-paid actresses in India. Ranaut is particularly known in the media for expressing her honest opinions in public and is frequently credited as one of the most fashionable Indian celebrities. She is the recipient of several awards, including two National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards in four categories.
Personal Info
Career Milestones
Film debut
View film →Highest rated: Queen (8.0)
View film →Iconic Roles
Queen
A shy, sheltered woman from Delhi who embarks on her honeymoon alone after being jilted, discovering her independence and self-worth across Europe.
Panga
A former national-level Kabaddi champion who makes a comeback to the sport while balancing her roles as a mother and wife.
Tanu Weds Manu
A free-spirited, rebellious woman from Kanpur who challenges traditional expectations in her arranged marriage.
Tanu Weds Manu Returns
A dual role portraying both the original Tanu and a Haryanvi athlete named Kusum 'Datto' Sangwan, leading to comedic and dramatic confusion.
Defining Moments
Debut and First Award
Made her acting debut in 'Gangster', winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut and gaining immediate critical recognition.
National Award for 'Queen'
Won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'Queen', which became a major critical and commercial success and cemented her status as a leading actress.
Directorial Debut with 'Manikarnika'
Made her directorial debut with the historical epic 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi', also playing the lead role, and won a National Film Award for the film.
Filmography
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Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
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Did You Know?
Kangana Ranaut made her acting debut in 2006 with the film 'Gangster', for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
She is the recipient of four National Film Awards, including Best Actress for 'Queen' (2014) and 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' (2019).
Ranaut is the first Indian actress to win the National Film Award for Best Actress for a film in which she also served as a director ('Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi').
She is known for her outspoken nature and has been involved in several public controversies regarding nepotism and politics in Bollywood.
She made her directorial debut with 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' (2019), a historical drama in which she also played the titular role.
Signature Dialogues
Main apni favorite hoon.
Rani Mehra·Queen
Mujhe kisi ki zaroorat nahi hai... main khud se pyaar karna seekh gayi hoon.
Rani Mehra·Queen
Photos
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News & Stories
Release Date Announced for Kangana Ranaut Movie 'Emergency'
23/1/2024
Glimpses of his composition for Kangana Ranaut's Emergency have been shared by GV Prakash
24/4/2023
Kangana Ranaut latest images.
21/3/2022
Kangana Ranaut Latest Images.
5/2/2022
Kangana Ranaut latest images.
30/1/2018
Legacy & Influence
Kangana Ranaut has carved a distinct and influential path in Indian cinema, primarily through her choice of roles that challenge conventional portrayals of women. Her career trajectory began with intense, dramatic performances in films like 'Gangster' (2006) and 'Woh Lamhe...' (2006), which established her as a serious actor. However, her legacy was fundamentally shaped by the 2014 sleeper hit 'Queen', where her portrayal of Rani Mehra, a sheltered woman finding independence on a solo honeymoon, became a cultural touchstone. The film's success, driven by her nuanced performance, demonstrated the commercial viability of female-led narratives that were not centered on romance. This was further solidified by the 'Tanu Weds Manu' series, where her dual role, especially as the Haryanvi athlete Datto in the sequel, showcased remarkable versatility and comedic timing. Ranaut has consistently chosen projects that position women as complex protagonists, from the biographical drama 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' (2019), which she also co-directed, to the sports drama 'Panga' (2020). Her outspoken public persona and direct involvement in filmmaking have made her a polarizing but undeniable force, pushing conversations about artistic autonomy and gender dynamics within the industry. While her methods and statements are often debated, her filmography stands as a significant contribution to expanding the scope of roles available to leading actresses in mainstream Hindi cinema.