Kangana Ranaut is an acclaimed Indian actress, filmmaker, and politician, known for her fearless personality and unconventional roles. She made her Bollywood debut with Gangster (2006), which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Over the years, she has become one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema, winning four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. Her performances in films like Fashion (2008), Queen (2014), Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015), and Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019) have been widely praised.
In addition to her film career, Kangana entered politics in 2024 and is currently serving as a Member of Parliament from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. She is also the founder of Manikarnika Films, her production company. Recognized with the Padma Shri in 2020, Kangana continues to balance her creative pursuits with her political career, making her one of the most dynamic personalities in India today.