Birthday special! Revisiting Karishma Tanna’s remarkable Bollywood journey

On her birthday, we revisit Karishma Tanna’s illustrious Bollywood journey, from her early television days to critically acclaimed roles in Sanju, Hush Hush, and Scoop. Known for her versatility and daring choices, Karishma continues to reinvent herself with her upcoming film Mom 2, cementing her position as one of today’s most in-demand actresses.

Ragini Jaiswal

December 21, 2025 / 21:20 IST

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Karishma Tanna has carved a niche for herself in the Indian entertainment industry with her fearless choices and versatile performances. Starting her career in television, she quickly established herself as an actress who is unafraid to experiment, bringing depth and authenticity to every role she undertakes. From her early days in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2001) to shows like Kahi To Milenge, Kkoi Dil Mein Hai, and a negative turn in Ek Ladki Anjani Si, Karishma demonstrated range and commitment to her craft.

After five successful years in television, she transitioned to Hindi cinema with Dosti: Friends Forever (2005) while continuing to entertain audiences on television through reality and dance shows like Comedy Circus, Zara Nachke Dikha, Bigg Boss Season 8, and Nach Baliye 7.

Her film career witnessed notable highlights when she delivered a memorable performance in Sanju (2018) as Pinky alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. In 2022, she showcased her versatility in the series Hush Hush, portraying a police officer in a gripping narrative that explored the intersecting lives of women and the unexpected events that unravel them.

In 2023, Karishma took a significant leap with the web series Scoop by Hansal Mehta, essaying the role of journalist Jagruti Pathak in a crime-drama revolving around a shocking murder. Her compelling portrayal earned her the Critics Best Actress in a Web Series award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024, as well as the Best Lead Actress award at the Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards 2023 in Busan.

Karishma continues to push her boundaries with her upcoming film Mom 2, directed by Girish Kohli, where she is expected to bring life to another layered and challenging role. With a career marked by reinvention, versatility, and impactful performances, Karishma Tanna has firmly established herself as one of Bollywood’s most sought-after actresses and continues to impress audiences and critics alike.