Sharmin Segal is garnering international attention with her compelling portrayal of Alamzeb, in the Netflix drama, Heeramandi. The series casts Segal as the vivacious youngest daughter of Manisha Koirala’s Mallikajaan, who is being groomed as a tawaif for the Indian aristocracy.
She debuted in Bollywood with Malaal. Her breakthrough performance further earned her critical acclaim and nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Who is Sharmin Segal?
Sharmin’s lineage is steeped in Hindi cinema. She is the daughter of film editor Bela Segal and studio executive Deepak Segal. Furthermore, she is the granddaughter of the legendary Hindi director Mohan Segal. She is also the niece of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who directed her in Heeramandi. She has further enriched her experiences by working under her uncle Sanjay Leela Bhansali as an assistant director. Additionally, Sharmin worked on major projects including Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Mary Kom, and Bajirao Mastani. Sharmin Segal graduated from the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York in 2019.
Sharmin maintains a low-key personal life away from the cameras, having married Indian businessman Aman Mehta in November 2023. The couple prefers to keep their life private, with Sharmin balancing her blossoming acting career with her new marital responsibilities.
In Heeramandi, Segal delves into the intricate persona of Alam, crafted under the meticulous guidance of her uncle. Speaking about the experience, Sharmin told Times Now, “It is a privilege to be seen and directed with the perspective and eyes of a legend like Sanjay Sir. I just hope I have done him.”
As Heeramandi introduces Sharmin Segal to a broader audience, she brings a rich mix of Bollywood heritage and refined international acting skills to the global stage via Netflix. Both viewers and critics are eager to watch her career evolve as she continues to meld the rich traditions of Indian cinema with the expansive reach of international streaming services.
