Seema Biswas

Name: Seema Biswas
Date of Birth: January 14, 1965
Place of Birth: Nalbari, Assam, India
Occupation: Actress
Years Active: 1988–present

Early Life and Education

Family: Born to Jagdish Biswas and Meera Biswas in a Bengali family in Nalbari, Assam.
Education: Graduated with honors in political science from Nalbari College, Assam. Studied dramatic arts at the National School of Drama in New Delhi.

Career Highlights

• Debut: Made her debut in Krishnan Kartha's "Amshini" (Hindi), entered the Indian Panorama Section of Filmotsav 1988.
• Breakthrough: Gained prominence with her portrayal of Phoolan Devi in Shekhar Kapur's "Bandit Queen" (1994), winning the National Film Award for Best Actress.
• Notable Roles: Played Flavy in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Khamoshi: The Musical" (1996), winning the Screen Award for Best Supporting Actress.
• Versatility: Worked across various languages including Marathi, Malayalam, and Tamil cinema.
• Recognition: Honored with the Life Membership of International Film And Television Club of Asian Academy Of Film & Television.

Personal Life

Birth: January 14, 1965
Place of Birth: Nalbari, Assam, India
Parents: Jagdish Biswas and Meera Biswas
Education: Graduated in political science with honors from Nalbari College, Assam. Studied dramatic arts at the National School of Drama in New Delhi.

Awards and Recognition

• National Film Award: Best Actress for "Bandit Queen" (1994).
• Sangeet Natak Akademi Award: 2000.
• Best Actress Genie Award: 2006 for "Water" (2005).
• Screen Award: Best Supporting Actress for "Khamoshi: The Musical" (1996).
• International Film Festival of India: Jury member, 2014.

Seema Biswas continues to captivate audiences with her exceptional talent and versatility, leaving an indelible mark on Indian cinema.