Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s latest web series, Heeramandi, premiered on Netflix earlier this month, sparking conversations among viewers. Bhansali’s niece, Sharmin Segal plays an important character in the series, which boasts an ensemble cast of acclaimed actors like Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Shekhar Suman, and Aditi Rao Hydari.
While Sharmin Segal has been active in the industry prior to her role in Heeramandi, this project has certainly brought her into the spotlight. For those curious about her background and career, here is an overview of what we know about Sharmin Segal.
Who Is Sharmin Sefal
Sharmin Segal pursued her education in acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York. This marked her entry into the world of Hollywood education, joining the ranks of distinguished alumni like Sally Field, Scarlett Johansson, Laura Dern, and Chris Evans upon completing her course in 2019.
However, hailing from Maharashtra, India, Segal was born into a family deeply rooted in Hindi cinema. She is the daughter of film editor Bela Segal and studio executive Deepak Segal, carrying forward a lineage that extends to renowned Hindi director Mohan Segal as well as late film producers Navin Bhansali and Leela Bhansali.
In her journey as an actor, Sharmin had the unique opportunity to collaborate with family members entrenched in the industry. Notably, she worked under the direction of her uncle, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, in the Netflix film Heeramandi. Reflecting on this experience in an interview with Times Now, Sharmin expressed her admiration for her uncle's directorial prowess and hoped to have done justice to his vision on screen.
She said, "It is a privilege to be seen and directed with the perspective and eyes of a legend like Sanjay Sir. At the end of the day, he is my uncle; I can't change that. I also can't change the fact that I wanted to be directed by someone as great as him. I would never want to be treated in any special way. I respect the creator too much. I just hope I have done him."
The actor, however, chose a partner outside the industry. In November 2023, she tied the knot with Indian businessman Aman Mehta, sharing glimpses of their wedding through her active social media presence. Mehta, who works in the Indian finance sector, leads a largely private life away from the limelight.
Sharmin Segal made her Hindi film debut in 2019 with Malaal, where she portrayed the character of Astha Tripathi. The film tells the story of a young girl in Mumbai who falls in love with a man from her chawl (neighbourhood), earning Segal a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
While Sharmin's prominence grew with her debut performance, her recent appearance in Heeramandi has introduced her to a wider audience. However, actors like Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, and Aditi Rao Hydari have been praised for their strong performances, Sharmin Segal has faced criticism for maintaining a consistent expression throughout the show.
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