EXCLUSIVE: Banita Sandhu on completing 6 years in industry with October: “It’s one movie audience keeps coming back to” 6 : Bollywood News

Six years ago, a new face emerged in the bustling world of Bollywood, Banita Sandhu. In April 2024, she marked six years in the industry. Sandhu's debut came in 2018 with the critically acclaimed film October, which also marked the directorial debut of acclaimed writer Shoojit Sircar. The film starred Varun Dhawan and Sandhu, weaving a tale of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotions.

EXCLUSIVE: Banita Sandhu on completing 6 years in industry with October: “It’s one movie audience keeps coming back to”

Banita Sandhu's portrayal of Shiuli, a young woman navigating a coma and the emotional turmoil it brings upon her loved ones, was lauded by critics and audiences alike. Her nuanced performance, brimming with vulnerability and strength, left a lasting impression. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Sandhu said, “It felt like it was yesterday. Like every time I see another year has passed, I think I have an existential crisis about my age because I still think I'm 20. It’s the movie that still gets the love and we get the most messages on a daily basis. I feel like it's the one movie that the audience keeps coming back to. So people keep re-watching it and I think it just has a really fun place in people's hearts. Like it wasn't just an entertainment film; it touched on people. And I'm just so grateful for that.”

Meanwhile, British-Indian actress Banita Sandhu was seen in season 3 of the British series Bridgerton. She played the role of Miss Malhotra in the new season. Part 1 premiered on May 16, 2024, with Part 2 scheduled for release on June 13, 2024.

On the work front, Banita Sandhu will be starring in Adivi Sesh’s Goodachari 2, marking her debut in the Telugu film industry.