Alizeh Agnihotri

Alizeh Agnihotri
Agnihotri in 2023
Born (1996-10-27) 27 October 1996 (age 28)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
OccupationActress
Parents
RelativesSalim Khan family[1]

Alizeh Agnihotri (born 27 October 1996) is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films. Born into the Khan family, she is the daughter of actor Atul Agnihotri and producer Alvira Khan Agnihotri. She made her acting debut as a child, appearing in Hello (2008), directed by her father.[2] As an adult, she played the lead role in the 2023 film Farrey, for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.[3]

Early life

Alizeh Agnihotri was born in Mumbai on 27 October 1996 to actor, producer and director Atul Agnihotri and Alvira Khan.[2] She is the younger child to the couple and has an elder brother named Ayaan Agnihotri.[4][better source needed]

Agnihotri pursued her schooling at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai and completed her Undergraduate degree at SOAS University of London. She has a B.A. in Developmental Studies and Graduated in 2018.[5]

Career

Agnihotri made her acting debut as a child in her father Atul Agnihotri directorial film Hello.[6] In 2023, she made her official debut with film Farrey. The movie was premiered at 54th International Film Festival of India and it was released theatrically, on 24 November 2023.[citation needed] Alaka Sahani of The Indian Express gave 3 stars out of 5 and praised Agnihotri's performance and said "it is Agnihotri, whose intelligence as well as ambition is at the centre of Farrey, holds the story together and keeps her character relatable. She also deftly portrays Niyati’s transitions at different stages of the movie."[7] For her performance in the film, she won various of Accolades including Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.[3]

Media image

In 2024, Alizeh was placed in the "35 most influential young Indians" list by GQ.[8] and was featured on various magazine covers including Hello!, The Word, and Grazia.[citation needed] Agnihotri is also a celebrity endorser for several brands and products, including Being Human Clothing, Tory Burch LLC, and Nykaa.[9]

Filmography

Films

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2008 Hello Unnamed Child actor [6]
2023 Farrey Niyati Singh [10]

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2024 69th Filmfare Awards Best Female Debut Farrey Won [3]
Zee Cine Awards Best Female Debut Won [11]
Pinkvilla Screen and Style Icons Awards Best Debut Actress Won [12]
News 18 Reel Awards Best Debut Actress Won [13]
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Best Actress Nominated [14]
International Indian Film Academy Award Star Debut of the Year – Female Won [15]

References

  1. ^ Britto, Anita (12 December 2023). "Alizeh Agnihotri on working with uncle Salman Khan: Why not, but..." India Today. Archived from the original on 5 February 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Alizeh Agnihotri Biography: Know Everything About The Farrey Star and Salman Khan's Niece, Family, and More". JagranTV.com. 23 November 2023. Archived from the original on 5 February 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
  3. ^ a b c "Filmfare Awards 2024 Winners - Complete List". Filmfare. Archived from the original on 18 March 2024. Retrieved 17 September 2024.
  4. ^ "Meet Alizeh Agnihotri: Know everything about her lifestyle, relationship with Salman Khan, family, Bollywood debut, and more". Financial Express. 5 December 2023. Archived from the original on 18 September 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
  5. ^ Sahani, Alaka (31 December 2023). "Salman Khan made me promise that I won't overact: Alizeh Agnihotri". The Indian Express. The Indian Express Pvt. Ltd. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
  6. ^ a b "Exclusive: "It's a very exciting time to be an actor," says Alizeh". Filmfare. 30 January 2024. Archived from the original on 7 February 2024.
  7. ^ Sahani, Alaka (24 November 2023). "Farrey movie review: Alizeh Agnihotri leads a near-perfect cast in this teenage drama that scores high". The Indian Express. Archived from the original on 24 November 2023. Retrieved 24 November 2023.
  8. ^ Ray, Sanjana; et al. (25 April 2024). "Meet GQ's Most Influential Young Indians of 2024". GQ India. Archived from the original on 5 August 2024. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
  9. ^ "Salman Khan introduces Alizeh Agnihotri as the face of Being Human women collection". ET BrandEquity. 10 October 2023. Retrieved 30 September 2024.
  10. ^ "'Farrey' Actress Alizeh Agnihotri Says, 'I Want To Do A Film That I Enjoy'". news.abplive.com. ABP Live. 12 December 2023. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
  11. ^ "2024 Zee Cine Awards Winners". Zee Cine Awards. Archived from the original on 17 April 2024. Retrieved 16 July 2024.
  12. ^ Juneja, Apeksha (19 March 2024). "Pinkvilla Screen & Style Icons Awards: Complete list of winners ft. Kiara Advani, Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar and more". Pinkvilla. Archived from the original on 19 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  13. ^ Sharma, Dishya (10 March 2024). "News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2024 Winners: Animal Wins Best Film; Varun Dhawan, Shraddha Kapoor Best Actors". News 18. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 10 March 2024.
  14. ^ "'Laapataa Ladies', 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' lead in nominations for IFFM 2024". CNBC TV18. 10 July 2024. Archived from the original on 10 July 2024. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
  15. ^ "Salman Khans niece Alizeh Agnihotri celebrates Best Debutant win for Farrey at IIFA 2024; calls it Rewarding and incredible journey". Bollywood Hungama. 30 September 2024. Retrieved 30 September 2024.