Payal Rajput
Biography
Payal Rajput, born on December 5, 1992, in Delhi, India, is a prominent Indian actress known for her work across Telugu, Punjabi, Tamil, and Hindi cinema, as well as television.
Early Life and Education
Rajput was born and raised in Delhi, where she completed her education. She holds a graduate degree and has also pursued an acting diploma, reflecting her early inclination towards the performing arts.
Television Career
Rajput began her acting career in 2010 with the Hindi television series "Sapnon Se Bhare Naina," portraying the character Sonakshi. She gained further recognition with roles such as Siya in "Aakhir Bahu Bhi Toh Beti Hee Hai," Ishaani in "Gustakh Dil," and Maya in "Maha Kumbh: Ek Rahasaya, Ek Kahani."
Film Career
In 2017, Rajput made her film debut in the Punjabi industry with "Channa Mereya," a remake of the Marathi film "Sairat," where she played the lead role of Kainaat Dhillon. Her performance earned her the Filmfare Award Punjabi for Best Debut Actress.
She ventured into Telugu cinema with the 2018 film "RX 100," portraying the character Indu. The film was a commercial success, and her performance received critical acclaim, earning her the SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu.
Rajput continued to expand her filmography with notable works including:
"Veerey Ki Wedding" (2018): Her Hindi film debut.
"Venky Mama" (2019): A Telugu film where she starred alongside Venkatesh and Naga Chaitanya.
"Shava Ni Girdhari Lal" (2021): A Punjabi film adding to her diverse portfolio.
"Head Bush" (2022): A Kannada film marking her entry into the Kannada film industry.
"Mangalavaaram" (2023): A Telugu film where she reunited with director Ajay Bhupathi.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout her career, Rajput has received several accolades, including:
Filmfare Award Punjabi for Best Debut Actress for "Channa Mereya" (2018).
SIIMA Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu for "RX 100" (2019).
City Cine Awards Telugu for Best Female Debut for "RX 100" (2019).
Santosham Film Award for Most Promising Actress (2021).
Personal Life
Rajput is known to be in a relationship with Saurabh Dhingra.
Recent Work
As of 2024, Rajput continues to be active in the film industry, with her recent work including "Mangalavaaram" (2023), which has garnered attention for its bold first-look poster.
