04/03/2025
Preity G. Zinta, born on January 31, 1975, is an Indian actress and entrepreneur known for her significant contributions to Hindi cinema. She began her acting career in 1998 with the film Dil Se.., followed by Soldier in the same year, which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Zinta gained recognition for her role as a teenage single mother in Kya Kehna (2000). She further established herself with acclaimed performances in films such as Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001), Dil Chahta Hai (2001), Dil Hai Tumhaara (2002), and Armaan (2003). In 2003, she won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her memorable performance in Kal Ho Naa Ho. Zinta starred in two consecutive top-grossing films, Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) and Veer-Zaara (2004). She is also noted for portraying independent, modern Indian women in successful films like Salaam Namaste (2005) and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), both of which performed exceptionally well at the box office, both domestically and internationally.
Beyond acting, Zinta has made a name for herself as a television host, with credits that include Guinness World Records – Ab India Todega and Up Close & Personal with PZ. Additionally, she is a businesswoman and has ventured into various entrepreneurial activities.
Preity Zinta remains a beloved figure in Bollywood, known for her talent, charm, and contributions to the film industry.