Banita Sandhu has made an exciting leap into one of the most popular period dramas, Bridgerton. Known for her work in both Indian and international cinema, Banita now graces the screen in Bridgerton Season 3. She portrays the character Miss Malhotra in the Netflix series, which is based on Julia Quinn's beloved books. Fans quickly noticed her debut, and her introduction has already sparked plenty of online buzz.
Banita Sandhu Stars In Bridgerton as Miss Malhotra
Miss Malhotra, played by Banita Sandhu, is expected to add a fresh and unique twist to the series, particularly among the eligible bachelors. Her character plays a significant role in the ongoing romance between Penelope Featherington, portrayed by Nicola Coughlan, and Colin Bridgerton, played by Luke Newton. Even as a new addition to the cast, Banita's presence is already making waves, earning her recognition and admiration from fans of the show.
. @BanitaSandhu as Miss Malhotra in #Bridgerton S3.
— CinemaRare (@CinemaRareIN) May 16, 2024
Now Streaming on @NetflixIndia. pic.twitter.com/NFfjMFsA5i
Who Is Banita Sandhu?
Banita Sandhu is a British-Indian actor from Wales, United Kingdom. She started her acting career at a young age, performing in local stage and film productions. Banita made her big-screen debut in Bollywood with the film October, directed by Shoojit Sircar, where she starred opposite Varun Dhawan. Her performance in October earned her critical acclaim and opened doors to further opportunities in the film industry.
Following her success in Bollywood, Banita ventured into Tamil cinema, starring in Adithya Varma alongside debutant Dhruv Vikram. Adithya Varma is a remake of the Telugu film Arjun Reddy, which originally starred Vijay Deverakonda and Shalini Pandey. Banita's role in the Tamil remake showcased her versatility as an actor and further solidified her presence in Indian cinema.
In addition to her work in Indian films, Banita has also made her mark in British cinema. She appeared in the dark comedy Eternal Beauty, further expanding her acting repertoire. Banita's collaboration with Shoojit Sircar continued with her role in Sardar Udham, where she starred alongside Vicky Kaushal, who played the titular character.
Fans of Bridgerton have eagerly embraced Banita Sandhu's addition to the cast. Her introduction has generated excitement and curiosity about how her character will influence the dynamics within the show.
Banita Sandhu is in #BRIDGERTON whattttttt ?!?!
— K✨ (@romansreign_x) May 16, 2024
banita about to eat up her 2 minutes of screen time #Bridgerton pic.twitter.com/JQkyRssjpp
— sophie beckett’s secret gf 💚 (@dearfrancescas) May 14, 2024