Sheena Chohan has been awarded the Midday Most Promising Actor Award 2024, celebrated for her exceptional talent in portraying diverse and challenging roles. Her journey began with five years of theater training under Arvind Gaur, leading to her debut alongside Mammootty in the South Indian film The Train, directed by a seven-time national award-winning director.
Recognized for her performances in films directed by National Award Winner Buddhadev Dasgupta, Sheena also garnered nominations for Best Actress at the Shanghai and Dubai Film Festivals for her role in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s film. She has expanded her repertoire with roles in popular series like The Fame Game alongside Madhuri Dixit and The Trial with Kajol, as well as her lead role in the drama-comedy Ex-Mates.
Her film Amar Prem premiered at the Cannes Film Festival this year, earning her eight Best Actress awards at international film festivals and solidifying her position as a rising talent in the industry. Sheena is poised to make her Bollywood debut in the highly anticipated historical drama Sant Tukaram, where she stars alongside Subodh Bhave.
In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Sheena expressed her identity as a “dreamer,” sharing her passion for bringing dreams to life—both her own and those of her characters. She emphasized her love for collaboration with directors and producers, stating, “Every character I play is a manifestation of achieving one’s dreams, and that’s what keeps me going.”
Styled by designer Mrunal Mistry, Sheena’s bold and vibrant look, enhanced by Nikita Shaw’s flawless hair and makeup, was captured beautifully by photographer Prasad Gayki, showcasing a captivating blend of style and energy.
