Quick Info

ProfessionActress
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth25/10/1965
Age60 years
BirthplacePunjab

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Bio/Wiki

Other NameNavnit Singh, Navnit Nishan

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 2"
Weight65 kg
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

University/Institute
  • Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh
  • National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi
Qualifications
  • A course in Acting
  • Graduation in Acting

Personal Life

Zodiac sign/Sun signScorpio
ReligionSikhism
Hobbies
  • Cooking
  • Painting
  • Designing
ControversyIn 2018, during the #MeToo campaign, Navneet Nishan alleged that she was harassed by the famous actor Alok Nath in the 1990s. She sued him for ₹1 crore in 1994 for allegedly calling her a drug user.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Affairs/BoyfriendsNot Known
Family
ParentsNames Not Known

Career

Debut
BollywoodWaaris (1988)
Punjabi FilmJee Aayan Nu (2002)
Hindi TVChanakya (1991)
Notable TV Serials
  • Tara (1993-1997)
  • Chanakya (1991-1992)
  • Dastaan (1995-1997)
  • Kasautii Zindagii Kay
  • Dil Deke Dekho (2016)
Notable Films
  • Jaan Tere Naam
  • Dilwale
  • Hum Hain Rahi Pyaar Ke
  • Raja Hindustani
  • Akele Hum Akele Tum
  • Tum Bin
  • Khuddar (1994)
  • Mela (2000)
  • Dirshti (1990)
  • Zaalim (1994)
  • Waah Tera Kya Kehna (2002)
  • Aapko Pehle Bhi Kahin Dekha Hai (2003)
  • Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya (2002)
  • Jaanam Samjha Karo (1999)
  • Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani (2009)
  • Qarib Qarib Single (2017)
  • Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani (2023)
  • Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola
  • Always Kabhi Kabhi
  • Asa Nu Maan Watna Da
AwardsFilmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress for Dilwale (1995)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Navneet Nishan debuted in acting in 1988 with the character Channo in the Bollywood movie 'Waaris.'
2. In 1993, she rose to prominence for portraying Tara in the TV series 'Tara' alongside Alok Nath.
3. Her acting career spans across Hindi and Punjabi films and television.
4. Navneet Nishan has also showcased her talent in designing jewelry for upscale boutiques and creating costumes for Punjabi cinema.
5. She is best known for her role as Tara in the soap opera 'Tara' and for her appearance in 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay.'
6. She played the role of Shonotra in the TV serial 'Chanakya.'
7. She does not smoke.
8. She has been associated with various philanthropic activities and charitable organizations throughout her career, actively supporting courses relating to education and healthcare for underprivileged children.
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