Indian actress Sonali Bendre, renowned for her work in the Hindi film industry and beyond, has carved a niche for herself as a style icon. Her journey from being hailed as the ‘Golden Girl of Bollywood’ to triumphing over cancer has been an inspiring saga of resilience. Let’s delve into the life of this Bollywood diva who has charmed audiences with both her beauty and strength.
Born on January 1, 1975, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Sonali Bendre completed her schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Bangalore (now Bengaluru) and holds a graduation degree from Ramnarain Ruia College in Mumbai. During her college days, she ventured into modelling and gained recognition by winning the Star Dust Talent Search.
Her foray into the film industry began with K Ravi Shankar’s directorial Aag (1994), where she shared the screen with Govinda and Shilpa Shetty. The same year, Bendre made her presence felt in Mahesh Bhatt’s Naaraaz alongside Mithun Chakraborty and Pooja Bhatt. Subsequently, she appeared in notable films such as Diljale, Bhai, Duplicate, Hum Saath-Saath Hain, Sarfarosh, Lajja, and Gaddaar.
In 2002, Bendre tied the knot with filmmaker Goldie Behl. However, in 2018, she faced a formidable challenge when diagnosed with metastatic cancer. Undeterred, Bendre underwent treatment in a New York City hospital, bravely conquering stage 4 cancer over three years.
Apart from her acting career, Sonali Bendre is recognized for her substantial net worth, owning properties worth crores. Her estimated net worth is $3 million US dollars, approximately Rs 250 crore. Reports suggest that the actress commands a fee of Rs 4 lakh per day for various projects.
Currently, Bendre is actively endorsing multiple products and serves as a panel judge in the dance reality show India’s Best Dramebaaz. Beyond the silver screen, she has made a significant impact on the small screen, showcasing her versatility.
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