Kangana Ranaut is an Indian actress and filmmaker who has worked predominantly in Hindi films. She was born on March 23, 1987, in Bhambla (now Surajpur), a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India.
Kangana made her acting debut in 2006 with the film "Gangster" and has since appeared in several successful films like "Fashion," "Queen," "Tanu Weds Manu," "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi," and "Thalaivii," among others. She has won several awards for her performances, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards.
Apart from her acting career, Kangana is known for her outspokenness and activism on various issues. She has been vocal about topics like feminism, nepotism in Bollywood, and social justice, often drawing criticism and controversy for her views.
In recent years, Kangana has also ventured into filmmaking, directing and producing the films "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi" and "Thalaivii." She is regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actresses in the Indian film industry