Sharmin Segal is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films. Segal is best known for her impressive performance as Alamzeb “Alam” in Netflix’s historical-drama show “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar”. She began her career as an assistant director to her maternal uncle Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and made her acting debut in his production, Malaal, receiving a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. In 2022, she portrayed flight attendant Netra Banerjee opposite Pratik Gandhi, in ZEE5’s Atithi Bhooto Bhava. It received mixed reviews from critics. On the other hand, she is also recognized for being the daughter of film editor Bela Bhansali Segal, who is the younger sister of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Segal’s maternal grandparents are film producers Navin Bhansali and Leela Bhansali.
Personal Life
Sharmin Segal was born on the 28th of September 1995, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
| Birth Name | Sharmin Segal |
| Nickname | Sharmin |
| Date of Birth | 28th of September 1995 |
| Place of Birth | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Sun Sign | Libra |
| Profession | Actress, Assistant Director |
| Nationality | Indian |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
Education
Sharmin completed her acting course from Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, New York.
Family Details
- Father – Deepak Segal
- Mother – Bela Segal (Film Editor)
- Siblings – Simran Segal (Younger Sister)
Marital Status
Married
Boyfriend / Spouse
Sharmin Segal has dated –
- Aman Mehta (Businessman) – In November 2023, Sharmin married Aman Mehta, the executive director of Torrent Pharmaceuticals.
Physical Statistics
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| Body Build | Slim |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Shoe Size | 7.5 (US) |
| Dress Size | 5 (US) |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Sharmin became known for her impressive performance as Alamzeb “Alam” in Netflix’s historical-drama show “Heeramandi.” She is also known for appearing in a few movies like “Malaal” and “Atithi Bhooto Bhava” and working as an assistant director in movies like Mary Kom, Bajirao Mastani, and others.
Film Debut
In 2019, Sharmin had her first film onscreen role in the movie Malaal as Astha Tripathi.
Web Debut
In 2024, Segal had her first web onscreen role in the web series, “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, as Alamzeb.
Controversy
Segal had conflicts with several of her Heeramandi co-stars during promotional interviews. In one interview, Sanjeeda Shaikh called director Sanjay Leela Bhansali a perfectionist, but Segal interrupted her and stated that perfectionist is a “basic word” to describe him and criticized Shaikh, suggesting her opinion was invalid because she was an outsider.
Additionally, Segal’s sarcastic remark referring to co-star Aditi Rao Hydari as an “obedient schoolgirl” due to her punctuality was poorly received. When these incidents went viral, Segal faced significant backlash on social media. However, she dismissed the criticism, arguing that her comments were taken out of context and that she was portrayed as more aggressive than she is. Subsequently, her co-stars publicly supported her.
Sharmin Segal Net worth
Sharmin Segal has an estimated net worth of $1 million dollars as of 2024.
Social Media Profiles
- Instagram – sharminsegal
Some Lesser Known Facts About Sharmin Segal
- In 2013, Sharmin started her early career as an assistant director and assistant to her uncle in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. The film was a global hit and went on to win multiple awards.
- Subsequently, she went to work as an assistant director on multiple critically acclaimed movies like Mary Kom, Bajirao Mastani, Gangubai Kathiawadi, and others.
- In 2019, Sharmin made her acting debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Malaal, by playing the lead role of Astha Tripathi opposite Meezaan Jafri. The movie received positive reviews globally, and her impeccable performance earned her a nomination for best female debut at the Filmfare Awards.
- She was seen playing the important role of Netra Banerjee in Hardik Gajjar’s romantic-drama movie “Atithi Bhooto Bhava.”
- Recently, Sharmin portrayed one of the important roles of Alamzeb “Alam” in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s historical-drama series “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,” which received positive reviews from both audiences and critics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sharmin Segal?
Sharmin Segal is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films.
What is the real name of Sharmin Segal?
Her real name is Sharmin Segal.
What is the age of Sharmin Segal?
Sharmin Segal is 29 years old (28th of September 1995).
What is Sharmin Segal Height?
The Height of Sharmin Segal 1.65M (5′ 5”).
What is Sharmin Segal Weight?
The Weight of Sharmin Segal is 55 kg (121 lbs).
Why is Sharmin Segal Famous?
Sharmin became known for her impressive performance as Alamzeb “Alam” in Netflix’s historical-drama show “Heeramandi.”
What is the Net worth of Sharmin Segal?
Sharmin Segal has an estimated net worth of $1 million dollars as of 2024.
