Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Shriya Pilgaonkar Discusses Career Defining Roles
Shriya Pilgaonkar, an actress, believes the show 'Mirzapur' really helped her career.
Even though she acted with Shah Rukh Khan in the movie 'Fan', 'Mirzapur' was a big success.
People still call her Sweety from that show!
Another show, 'Guilty Minds,' helped her get good reviews.
She also played a police officer in a show called 'Chhal Kapat,' preparing for the role by talking to real police officers to understand her role better.
Shriya Pilgaonkar considers 'Mirzapur' a career turning point.
She debuted in 'Fan' with Shah Rukh Khan but found momentum with 'Mirzapur'.
Pilgaonkar played Sweety Gupta in 'Mirzapur,' a role she's still recognized for.
She also highlights 'Guilty Minds' as a role giving her critical acclaim.
Pilgaonkar prepared for 'Chhal Kapat' by interacting with police, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan.
- Who
- Shriya Pilgaonkar, actress known for roles in 'Mirzapur', 'Guilty Minds', and 'Chhal Kapat'.
- What
- Shriya Pilgaonkar discusses key roles and career impact.
- When
- Recently, in an interview with NDTV.
- Where
- Mentioned roles include 'Mirzapur' and 'Chhal Kapat'.
- Why
- To reflect on career turning points and her approach to acting.
Early Career
Later Career
Career Trajectory
Early Career
Debut with Shah Rukh Khan in 'Fan'.
Later Career
Breakthrough success in 'Mirzapur'.
- Actress
- Shriya Pilgaonkar
- Turning Point
- 'Mirzapur'
- Other Notable Role
- 'Guilty Minds'
- Recent Role
- Officer in 'Chhal Kapat: The Deception'
- Preparation for Role
- Interacted with police officers
