| Quick info- | Age: 35 Years | Hometown: Delhi |
Swara Bhaskar is an Indian actress who has worked in various Hindi films, web series, and television shows. She was born on April 9, 1988, in Delhi, India. Her father is a retired Indian Navy officer and her mother is a professor of cinema studies. Swara completed her schooling from Sardar Patel Vidyalaya in Delhi and then pursued a degree in English literature from Delhi University’s Miranda House.
Swara made her acting debut with the film “Madholal Keep Walking” in 2009, but it was her role in the film “Tanu Weds Manu” (2011) that brought her recognition. She has since acted in several films, including “Raanjhanaa” (2013), “Nil Battey Sannata” (2016), “Anarkali of Aarah” (2017), and “Veere Di Wedding” (2018).
Apart from films, Swara has also appeared in popular web series such as “It’s Not That Simple” and “Rasbhari”. She has won several awards for her performances, including the Screen Award for Best Supporting Actress for “Tanu Weds Manu” and the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Actress for “Anarkali of Aarah”.
Swara Bhaskar Bio/Wiki
| Favourites | |
| Food | Guacamole, Dosa, Aloo sabzi, Maggi, Italian cuisine |
| Beverage(s) | Masala tea, Coffee, Kale spinach apple smoothie, Bloody Mary |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Actress | Meryl Streep |
| Film(s) | Bollywood– The Untitled Kartik Krishnan Project Hollywood– The Mill on the Floss, The Exorcism of Emily Rose |
| Director(s) | Aanand L. Rai, Vishal Bhardwaj, Anurag Kashyap, Ashwini Iyer Tiwari, Hansal Mehta, Joe Wright, Wong Kar-Wai |
| TV Show | Last Week Tonight with John Oliver |
| Play | Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’ directed by Yael Farber |
| Song | “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira |
| Car Collection | BMW X1 |
Swara Bhaskar Awards and Achievements:
Here is the list and that may not include all the awards and nominations Swara Bhaskar has received.
- Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Nil Battey Sannata (2017)
- Screen Award for Best Supporting Actress – Tanu Weds Manu (2012)
- Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female – Tanu Weds Manu (2012)
- Stardust Award for Best Supporting Actress – Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2016)
- Zee Cine Critics Award for Best Actor – Female – Anarkali of Aarah (2017)
- Mirchi Music Award for Female Vocalist of The Year – Rasbhari (2020)
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Critics – Veere Di Wedding (2019) – nomination
- International Indian Film Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actress – Tanu Weds Manu (2012) – nomination
Some Unknown Facts About Swara Bhaskar
- Swara Bhaskar is a trained classical singer and has been learning music since childhood.
- She graduated in English literature from Delhi University’s Miranda House, where she was also the president of the drama society.
- Swara was a part of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) during her school days.
- She was one of the founding members of the theatre group ‘Act One’ in Delhi.
- Swara has worked as a radio jockey and a television anchor before venturing into acting.
- She is known for her outspoken nature and has often been in the news for her comments on social and political issues.
- Swara is also a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and has performed on various stages in India.
- In 2016, Swara received the “Women of Worth” award by Outlook Business for her contribution to the film industry.
- She has also been featured in Forbes India’s list of “Celebrity 100” in 2018 and 2019.
- Swara is an active social media user and often shares her thoughts on various issues on her accounts.
