Pranutan Bahl
Pranutan Bahl (born 10 March 1993) is an Indian actress and a professional lawyer, 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 | [1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | 10 March 1993
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 |
Early life and background
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 grandniece 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]
Career
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]
Filmography
Films
† | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
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] |
Music videos
Year | Title | Singer(s) | Ref. |
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2020 | Phir Hasenge | Vibhas | |
2021 | Kaise Hum Bataye | Nikhita Gandhi | [23] |
Lag Rha Hai Dil Deewana | Palak Muchhal | [24] | |
Rona Nahi | Raj Barman | [25] | |
2022 | Baarish | Gurnazar | |
2023 | Heart Di Beat Pe | Nikhita Gandhi | [26] |
Mehendi Lagi Hai | Stebin Ben, Shakshi Holkar | [27] |
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2019 | Screen Awards | Best Female Debut | Notebook | Nominated | [28] |
2020 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Nominated | [29] | |
2022 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Web Original Film (Female) | Helmet | Nominated | [30] |
References
- "Pranutan Bahl cuts cake as Notebook co-star Zaheer Iqbal sings Happy Birthday. Watch video". India Today. 11 March 2019.
- "Notebook trailer: Zaheer Iqbal, Pranutan Bahl fall in love without ever seeing each other in this Salman Khan production". Grazia. Retrieved 22 February 2019.
- "Pranutan Bahl Is A Star On The Rise- Interview". Grazia. 21 September 2021. Retrieved 25 May 2022.
- "Pranutan celebrates 27th birthday with dad Mohnish Bahl and family. See pic". India Today. Retrieved 11 March 2020.
- "Pranutan Bahl revisits her grandmother Nutan's timeless melody". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 3 July 2022.
- "Tanuja and Kajol welcome Pranutan Bahl to Bollywood; see their messages". Mid Day. Retrieved 4 November 2020.
- "Here's all you need to know about Notebook actress and Mohnish Bahl's daughter Pranutan Bahl". Mid Day. Retrieved 4 May 2019.
- "In Bed With Pranutan Bahl: "I regret not meeting my grandma, Nutan"". Mid Day. Retrieved 4 November 2021.
- "VIDEO: Nutan's grand daughter Pranutan's acting debut with Tropicana ad! Proves her comedy skills too!". ABP News. Retrieved 15 November 2018.
- "Notebook 2019 Full Movie". Amazon Prime Video. June 2019. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
- "Notebook' special screening: Salman Khan and family along with Bollywood stars grace the movie premiere". Times of India. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
- Hungama, Bollywood. "Notebook Movie Review: The boasts of exemplary performances and is beautifully shot". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 30 March 2019.
- Thakur, Charu. "Notebook Movie Review: Salman Khan launches Zaheer Iqbal and Pranutan Bahl in a stunning romance". India Today. Retrieved 30 March 2019.
- "Zaheer Iqbal and Pranutan Bahl's Notebook Box Office Collection". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 2 April 2019.
- "Helmet: Aparshakti Khurana and Pranutan Bahl play leads in Dino Morea's comedy drama". India Today. 20 December 2019. Retrieved 27 August 2021.
- "'Helmet': Here's a glimpse of love in the time of corona from the Aparshakti Khurana and Pranutan Bahl starrer". The Times of India. 26 June 2020. Retrieved 27 August 2021.
- "Aparshakti Khurana, Pranutan Bahl, Abhishek Banerjee starrer Helmet to premiere on ZEE5 on September 3". Bollywood Hungama. 20 August 2021. Retrieved 27 August 2021.
- "'Helmet' Movie Review: Aparshakti Khurana impresses in a watchable comedy drama". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 3 September 2021.
- "Helmet Movie Review: The film delivers the social message with a good dose of humour". Times of India. Retrieved 4 September 2021.
- "Exclusive - Try these Pranutan Bahl approved accessories and make Har Pal Fashionable". Filmfare. Retrieved 29 March 2020.
- "Notebook poster: Salman Khan introduces Nutan's granddaughter Pranutan Bahl and Zaheer Iqbal". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 25 May 2019.
- "The script was unique, excited me as an actor: Pranutan Bahl on her film 'Helmet'". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- "Pranutan reveals her look in the music video of 'Kaise Hum Bataye' sung by Nikhita Gandhi". Mid Day. Retrieved 29 May 2021.
- "Palak Muchhal's Lag Raha Hai Dil Deewana ft. Pranutan Bahl and Shivam Bhaargava - Music Video". Zee Music Company - Youtube. Retrieved 23 June 2021.
- "Raj Barman's Rona Nahi, featuring Pranutan Bahl and Omkar Kapoor - Music Video". Zee Music Company - Youtube. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
- Heart Di Beat Te ft. Pranutan Bahl sung by Nikhita Gandhi - Zee Music Company, retrieved 4 April 2023
- Mehendi Lagi Hai - Stebin Ben & Pranutan Bahl | Gaurav Jang | Sakshi Holkar | Danish Sabri | wedding, retrieved 7 April 2023
- "26th Star Screen Awards | 2019 : Full show and winners". Disney+ Hotstar. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
- "Presenting the winners of the 65th Amazon Filmfare Awards 2020". Filmfare. 6 November 2021. Archived from the original on 16 February 2020.
- "Filmfare OTT Awards 2022". filmfare.com. Retrieved 4 December 2022.