Pranutan Bahl (born 10 March 1993) is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi films. She is the daughter of actors Mohnish Bahl and Ekta Sohini.[2] Bahl made her acting debut with Notebook (2019) for which she received Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut nomination. She has since starred in Helmet (2021).[3]
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Born | (1993-03-10) 10 March 1993 (age 29)[1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Alma mater | Government Law College & University of Mumbai, Mumbai |
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Years active | 2019–present |
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Relatives | Mukherjee-Samarth family |
Bahl was born on 10 March 1993 to actors Mohnish Bahl and Ekta Sohini in Mumbai, Maharashtra.[4] She is the granddaughter of actress Nutan and Rajnish Bahl.[5] She is also the granddaughter of Tanuja and the niece of Kajol and Tanisha Mukerji.[6]
She completed her graduation in Legal Science & Law (B.L.S. LLB) from Government Law College and obtained Master of Laws (LLM) degree from University of Mumbai, both in Mumbai. Bahl is a professional lawyer.[7][8]
Bahl started her career with the short film Essential Like No Other, portraying Kaira Khanna.[9]
Bahl made her film debut in 2019 with Notebook opposite Zaheer Iqbal. She portrayed a Kashmiri teacher, Firdaus Quadri.[10][11] Bollywood Hungama noted, "Pranutan Bahl is stunning and has a supreme screen presence. She delivers a first-rate performance."[12] India Today mentioned, "Keeping with the simplicity of their characters, Pranutan and Zaheer bring out the innocence they are required to".[13] She received Screen Award for Best Female Debut and Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut nominations for her performance.[14]
Bahl next appeared in the 2021 film Helmet, opposite Aparshakti Khurana.[15][16] The film tries to change the taboo and hesitancy associated with use of condoms in India. She portrayed Rupali, a girl who supplies floral arrangements in weddings. It released on ZEE5.[17] Deccan Herald noted, "Pranutan, impresses in a couple of scenes but deserved a meatier role".[18] While Times of India said, "She portrays her character convincingly".[19]
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Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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2017 | Essential Like No Other | Kaira Khanna | Short film | [20] |
2019 | Notebook | Firdaus Quadri | [21] | |
2021 | Helmet | Rupali | [22] |
Year | Title | Singer(s) | Ref. |
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2020 | Phir Hasenge | Vibhas | [citation needed] |
2021 | Kaise Hum Bataye | Nikhita Gandhi | [23] |
Lag Rha Hai Dil Deewana | Palak Muchhal | [24] | |
Rona Nahi | Raj Barman | [25] | |
2022 | Baarish | Gurnazar | [citation needed] |
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2019 | Screen Awards | Best Female Debut | Notebook | Nominated | [26] |
2020 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Nominated | [27] |
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