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Sheena Chohan is an award-winning Indian actress celebrated for her transformative performances, emotional depth, and rare ability to completely disappear into her characters. With over a decade in the industry, she has emerged as one of the most dynamic talents to watch out for - a true director's actor known for her range, dedication, and precision.
After honing her craft through five years of theatre in Delhi, Sheena made her cinematic debut opposite South megastar Mammootty in a high-octane Malayalam action film. Her breakout came on the international stage with Ant Story, which premiered at global festivals and was acquired by Netflix, earning her Best Actress nominations at both the Dubai and Shanghai International Film Festivals - putting her on the global map early in her career.
Sheena has played lead roles in seven feature films, working with some of India's most revered national and international award-winning directors across Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, Bengali and English. On OTT, she's shared screen space with legends like Madhuri Dixit in The Fame Game (Netflix) and Kajol in The Trial (Disney+ Hotstar).
Her first leading OTT role in the hit series EX-Mates won her dual honors: Best Actress - Comedy and Best Actress, establishing her as a rising powerhouse. That same year, she was also recognized as Most Promising Rising Star in Bollywood.
2025 marks a defining chapter in Sheena's career - her Hindi debut. She headlines Sant Tukaram, playing the soul-stirring role of Avali Jija Bai - the devoted, resilient wife of the saint, opposite Subodh Bhave. It's a performance that embodies the strength, sacrifice, and grace of Indian womanhood, rooted in spiritual and cultural legacy. The music has been released by Zee and the film is releasing in 300 cinemas across India on 18th July.
Sheena dives into darker, mythic territory with Lilith - an upcoming series where she plays a mystical, seductive she-devil exploring power, femininity, and desire. In Jatasya Marana Dhruvam, a gripping Pan-India crime thriller, she steps into the boots of a razor-sharp investigative cop, further displaying her versatility.
Her international presence expands with Nomad, a Hollywood feature directed by Taron Lexton, who directed one of the crews on Tom Cruise's most recent Mission Impossible, where she tackles themes of identity and displacement with quiet intensity.
Sheena also plays the female part with the most screen time, opposite JD Chakravarthy, in the thriller Jatasya Maranam Dhruvam.
Outside of cinema, Sheena is a powerful advocate for human rights. As the South Asia Ambassador for the United for Human Rights campaign, she has reached over 170 million people, using her platform to champion freedom, education, and equality.
Sheena Chohan stands at the intersection of art and activism - pushing creative boundaries while remaining deeply connected to causes that matter. With every role, she reinvents herself, and with every performance, she leaves an indelible mark.
Sheena makes her powerful Hindi debut as Avali Jija Bai in Sant Tukaram, delivering a performance that's been widely hailed as the emotional backbone of the film. Her portrayal brings rare depth and dignity to the role, with critics calling her "the soul of the story" and "a commanding presence with quiet fire."
