Vidya Balan (pronounced [ʋɪd̪ːja baːlən]; born 1 January 1979) is an Indian actress. Known for pioneering a change in the portrayal of women in Hindi cinema with her roles in female-led …

May 23, 2025 · Vidya Balan is an Indian actress who overcame career setbacks to become an instrumental figure in the advancement of women’s roles in Bollywood, typically portraying …

Vidya Balan. Actress: Kahaani. Vidya was born in Palghat, Kerala, India. Her family consists of her dad, P.R. Balan, who is the Vice-President of ETC Channel; mom - a home-maker, and an …

6 days ago · This year is a milestone year—a phenomenal 20 years of Vidya Balan in Bollywood. Since her breathtaking entry in Parineeta (2005) and her riveting comeback as Manjulika in …

Vidya Balan has long been a pioneer in Hindi Cinema — or Bollywood as it’s more often called — inciting change in the portrayal of women through her mold-breaking leading roles. Read more …

3 days ago · Vidya Balan has completed 20 years in Hindi cinema. Photo: Imagesmiths. She came in 20 years ago into Hindi movies with Parineeta, released on June 10, 2005 to critical …

Feb 6, 2025 · Vidya Balan, Indian actress known for "Parineeta," "The Dirty Picture," and "Kahaani." National Film Award and multiple Filmfare Award winner. Vidya Balan is an …

Jun 10, 2025 · When Vidya Balan made her Hindi film debut in Parineeta (2005), she knew she wasn't just stepping into a leading role she was stepping into a legacy. Playing Lalita, a quietly …

Jun 10, 2025 · Over two decades ago, Vidya Balan was at an Enrique Iglesias concert in Mumbai when she got a call from producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra. He said he wouldn’t wait till the …

Vidya Balan is an acclaimed Indian actress known for her versatile and compelling performances in the film industry. Born on January 1, 1979, in Palakkad, Kerala, she made her acting debut …