Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Alia Bhatt began their career in 1999 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 27 years. With 30 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.7, Alia Bhatt remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Spanning 20+ years, Alia Bhatt's career remains one of the longest and most celebrated in Tamil cinema.
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Biography
Alia Bhatt is an Indian actress who appears in Bollywood films. She made her acting debut with Karan Johar's romantic comedy Student of the Year (2012), a box office success. She subsequently garnered praise for her performances in Imtiaz Ali's road movie Highway (2014) and the highly successful romantic comedy 2 States (2014).
Personal Info
Career Milestones
Film debut
View film →Highest rated: RRR (8.0)
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Gully Boy
A fiercely loyal and ambitious dental student from a conservative Muslim family, who supports her boyfriend's underground rap career.
Raazi
A young Indian woman who marries into a Pakistani military family to work as an undercover spy for Indian intelligence.
Gangubai Kathiawadi
A brothel madam and sex worker who becomes a powerful figure fighting for the rights of her community in Kamathipura, Mumbai.
Defining Moments
Debut in 'Student of the Year'
Made her Bollywood debut in Karan Johar's teen drama, which was a commercial success and launched her career.
Critical Acclaim for 'Highway'
Received widespread critical praise for her performance as a kidnapped daughter in Imtiaz Ali's road drama, establishing her as a serious actress.
Filmfare Award for 'Gully Boy'
Won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her role in the musical drama, cementing her position as a leading actress.
National Film Award for 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'
Received the National Film Award for Best Actress for her titular performance, marking the highest critical recognition of her career.
Filmography
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Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
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Did You Know?
Alia Bhatt is the daughter of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan.
She made her acting debut at age 19 in Karan Johar's 'Student of the Year' (2012).
She won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'Gully Boy' (2019).
She is married to actor Ranbir Kapoor, with whom she has a daughter.
She launched her own sustainable clothing brand called 'Ed-a-Mamma'.
Signature Dialogues
Main woh ladki hoon jo tumhare sapnon mein aati hai, tumhari neend udati hai.
Safeena Ali·Gully Boy
Watan ke aage kuch nahi, khud bhi nahi.
Sehmat Khan·Raazi
Mujhe koi nahi rok sakta. Main aaj bhi wahi hoon, aur aaj bhi wahi kar rahi hoon jo main chahti hoon.
Gangubai·Gangubai Kathiawadi
Photos
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Videos
Family
Father
Mahesh Bhatt
Mother
Soni Razdan
Sibling
Pooja Bhatt
News & Stories
Gorgeous Alia Bhatt in Stunning Pictures: Explore the Latest Shots
25/10/2023
Captivating Visuals of Alia Bhatt: Explore the Sizzling Charm and Style
19/7/2023
Recent Clicks of Alia Bhatt!
27/2/2023
Alia Bhatt Sizzling Images.
30/3/2022
Alia Bhatt Sizzling Images.
14/3/2022
Legacy & Influence
Alia Bhatt, born into a film family, has crafted a legacy defined by her remarkable versatility and commitment to her craft. Her debut in the glossy, commercial 'Student of the Year' (2012) established her as a star, but it was her deliberate and challenging career choices that reshaped her trajectory. She broke from her initial image with a raw, emotionally demanding performance in Imtiaz Ali's 'Highway' (2014), signaling her intent to be a serious actress. This was followed by a string of critically and commercially successful films where she consistently chose complex, often unconventional roles. In 'Udta Punjab' (2016), she delivered a gritty portrayal of a Bihari migrant labourer, while in 'Raazi' (2018), her nuanced performance as an Indian spy married to a Pakistani officer anchored the tense thriller. Her role as Safeena in 'Gully Boy' (2019) showcased her ability to command a supporting part with fierce intensity. Bhatt's contribution extends to headlining female-centric narratives that achieve mainstream success, most notably in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' (2022), where her transformative performance as the titular brothel madam and activist was a tour de force. Her pan-Indian appeal was cemented with a pivotal role in the global blockbuster 'RRR' (2022). Beyond acting, she co-founded the production house Eternal Sunshine Productions, aiming to tell new stories. Her career, marked by a balance of commercial hits and artistic risks, has influenced a generation of younger actors to pursue diverse roles and has redefined the potential of a leading actress in contemporary Hindi cinema, proving that box office success and critical acclaim are not mutually exclusive.