Poonam Dhillon
72 movies ยท 3 TV shows
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Apr 18, 1962 (age 64)
- Place of birth
- Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Biography
Poonam Dhillon was born in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. She is an Indian actress and has served as the President of ๐๐๐๐๐๐ (๐๐ข๐ง๐ & ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง) since 2024. Fondly referred to as the โNoori girl,โ she rose to fame with her innocent and fresh-faced portrayal of Noori in Yash Chopraโs 1979 surprise hit Noori. The tragic love story between Noori and Yusuf, played by Farooq Sheikh, set against the backdrop of Kashmir, became one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Though she had earlier made her debut in Trishul 1978, opposite Sachin Pilgaonkar, her song Gapuchi Gapuchi Gum Gum from that film gained immense popularity.
A former Miss Young India 1977, Poonam Dhillon left a mark in Hindi cinema, regional films, television, and theater. Apart from Noori, she is best known for her memorable performances in hit films such as Trishul 1978, Red Rose 1980, Dard 1981, Teri Kasam 1982, Yeh Vaada Raha 1982, Romance 1983, Sohni Mahiwal 1984, Teri Meherbaniyan 1985, Karma 1986, and Naam 1986. She received a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Actress for Noori and later won the Indian Telly Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2015 for Ek Nayi Pehchaan.
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Born into an academically accomplished family, her father was an Air Force aeronautical engineer, and her mother was a school principal. She was the sports captain of her school and excelled in athletics, basketball, swimming, gymnastics, and skating. After winning Miss Young India, her photograph caught the attention of Yash Chopra, who offered her a film role. Although initially hesitant, she accepted the offer after Class 10 and continued her studies alongside acting, later graduating in Political Science, Public Administration, and Economics. *Unlike many of her contemporaries, Poonam Dhillon prioritized education even at the height of her acting career. She successfully completed her graduation while working in films, demonstrating her commitment to personal growth and academic excellence. Continuing her pursuit of lifelong learning, she later earned an MBA in International Business, further reflecting her dedication to education and professional development.*
Poonam Dhillon has appeared in nearly 100 films across languages, including Hindi, Bengali Nyaya Danda, Kannada Yuddha Kanda, Telugu Ishtam, Marathi Kunasathi Kunitaari, Punjabi Double Di Trouble, and Gujarati cinema.
In television, she has featured in Kitty Party, Ek Nayi Pehchaan, Santoshi Maa, and Dil Hi Toh Hai. She was also the second runner-up in Bigg Boss Season 3 2009.
On stage, she starred in The Perfect Husband, an award-winning play that completed a golden jubilee run and was voted Best Comedy Play in 2005. She also acted in The Perfect Wife and Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi.
Poonam Dhillon is also known for her commitment to social causes such as drug awareness, AIDS awareness, family planning, and organ donation. She has spoken at SAARC business summits in Kathmandu and Delhi and has served as a cultural ambassador. In 2017, she was appointed a member of the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal FCAT, the official body that heard appeals against CBFC decisions.
In recent years, she joined the Bharatiya Janata Party BJP, expanding her presence into politics while continuing to remain active in public life and creative pursuits.
TMDB mini biography by: Ashvin Borad
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Poonam Dhillon: movies and TV shows
Acting (75)
- Upcoming Poonam
as Poonam
- 2025
- 2025
- 2024
- 2022 Plan A Plan B
as Kiran Vora
- 2022
- 2021
- 2021
- 2020 Jai Mummy Di
as Pinky
- 2018
- 2016 Salaam Mumbai
as Karishma's mother
- 2014 Double Di Trouble
as Pammi
- 2013 Ramaiya Vastavaiya
as Ashwini (Ram's Mom)
- 2011 Miley Naa Miley Hum
as Shalini S. Mehra
- 2011 Someone For Somebody
as Special Appearance
- 2009 Dil Bole Hadippa!
as Yamini Singh
- 2009 Yavarum Nalam
as Manohar's mother (Hindi Version)
- 2001 Ishtam
as Lakshmi
- 1997 Mahaanta
as Vijay's wife
- 1997
- 1991 Jhoothi Shaan
as Ganga
- 1991
- 1991 Deshwasi
as Raksha / Raju Guide
- 1990
- 1990
- 1990
- 1989 Galiyon Ka Badshah
as Madhu
- 1989 Hisaab Khoon Ka
as Anu / Anita
- 1989 Batwara
as Priya
- 1989 Abhimanyu
as Tulsi / Miss California 'Kelly'
- 1989
- 1989 Saaya
as Supriya
- 1988
- 1988 Sone Pe Suhaaga
as Advocate Shraddha
- 1988 Kasam
as Savi
- 1988 Hum Farishte Nahin
as Sunita
- 1987 Himmat Aur Mehanat
as Sharda
- 1987 Awam
as Sushma
- 1987
- 1986 Avinash
as Dr. Sapna
- 1986 Dosti Dhushmani
as Lata
- 1986 Naam
as Seema Rai
- 1986 Samundar
as Anjali
- 1986 Ek Chadar Maili Si
as Raaji
- 1986 Karma
as Tulsi
- 1986 Saveray Wali Gaadi
as Jyoti
- 1986 Palay Khan
as Zuleykha Khan
- 1985 Zamana
as Sheetal
- 1985 Geraftaar
as Anuradha Saxena
- 1985 Bepanaah
as Radha Malhotra
- 1985 Teri Meherbaniyan
as Bijli
- 1985 Baadal
as Meenakshi
- 1985
- 1985 Sitamgar
as Nisha
- 1985 Shiva Ka Insaaf
as Nisha
- 1985
- 1985 Tawaif
as Kaynat Mirza
- 1984 Laila
as Leela
- 1984
- 1984 Sohni Mahiwal
as Sohni
- 1983
- 1983 Nishaan
as Gulabo
- 1982 Yeh to Kamaal Ho Gaya
as Priya Singh
- 1982
- 1982 Yeh Vaada Raha
as Sunita Sikkan
- 1981 Main Aur Mera Hathi
as Meenu
- 1981 Aapas Ki Baat
as Kajal Sinha
- 1981 Dard
as Poonam Bhargav
- 1981 Biwi O Biwi
as Asha Singh
- 1981 Baseraa
as Sarita Sethi
- 1980 Red Rose
as Sharda
- 1980 Nishana
as Kavita
- 1979 Kaala Patthar
as Raghunath's daughter
- 1979 Noorie
as Noorie Nabi
- 1978 Trishul
as Kusum "Babli" Gupta
Talk shows and appearances (6)
- 2023 The Romantics
4 episodes
- 2016 The Kapil Sharma Show
3 episodes
- 2013 Comedy Nights with Kapil
1 episode
- 2006 Bigg Boss
20 episodes
- 2004 Indian Idol
2 episodes
- 1988