About
Nandita Das is an Indian actress and film director known for her work in socially conscious and independent cinema. She has acted in films across several Indian languages and directed acclaimed films.
Family
Parent
- Jatin Das not in the catalogue yet
- Varsha Das not in the catalogue yet
Personal details
- Born
- November 7, 1967
- Birthplace
- Mumbai
- Nationality
- India
- Education
- University of Delhi, Miranda House
- Years active
- 1989–present
Known for
- Fire (1996)
- Earth (1998)
- Firaaq (director, 2008)
- Manto (director, 2018)
Awards
- Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
- Nandi Award for Best Actress
- Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut
Trivia & fun facts
- She received the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from France.
- She is the daughter of artist Jatin Das.
