Indian model and actress Poonam Pandey is well-known for her audacious and contentious image. She was born in Delhi, India, on March 11, 1991, and rose to prominence on social media with her thought-provoking posts. Poonam made her Bollywood debut in 2013 with the sensuous film “Nasha,” which attracted notice. She maintains her prominence in Indian entertainment and has a sizable online following despite her divisive image. Poonam Pandey’s career is distinguished by her unreserved and daring attitude to become a celebrity. Poonam Pandey is thirty-two years old.
Poonam Pandey Biography
| Famous Name | Poonam Pandey |
| Full Name | Poonam Pandey |
| Nick Name | Poonam |
| Gander | Female |
| Age | 32 years |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches |
| Weight | 45 kg |
| Birthplace | Kanpur, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Kanpur, India |
| Net Worth | Rs. 51.46 crores |
| Famous for | She is famous for her role in Aa Gaya Hero (2017) |
| Father | Shobhanath Pandey |
| Mother | Vidya Pandey |
| Brother | Nilesh Pandey |
| Sister | Shradhdha Pandey |
Poonam Pandey Body Stats
| Eyes Color | Brown |
| Hairs Color | Black |
| Body Shape | Slim |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Poonam Pandey Career
In 2013, she was the female lead of the film Nasha, playing an educator who cuts off up having a sexual association with one of her understudies. While Rediff expressed that she exceeded expectations as a temptress in the role, the Mumbai Mirror said she did “not play enchantresses yet a legitimate, mindful dramatization educator” and that “Pandey puts forth an attempt however isn’t exactly there”.
The banners for the film, which included her “clad in nothing, however two notices prudently positioned to cover her body”, maddened individuals and a gathering of dissidents tore the banners and set them ablaze on 20 July 2013 in Mumbai. Pandey marked on to star in the arranged spin-off of Nasha as Anita.
| Debut Year | 2013 |
| 1st Tv (Show) | Total Nadaniyaan (2015) |
| 1st Movie/Drama | Nasha (2013) |
Poonam Pandey Movies
- Nasha (2013) (Anita Joseph)
- Love Is Poison (2014) (Herself)
- Malini & Co. (2015) (Malini)
- Aa Gaya Hero (2017) (Herself)
- The Journey of Karma (2018) (Karma D’souza)
Television
- Total Nadaniyaan (2015) (Jalebi Bai)
- Pyaar Mohabbat Ssshhh (2015) (Jalebi Bai)
Poonam Pandey Net Worth
Poonam Pandey net worth is estimated to be Rs. 51.46 crores.
| Net Worth | 51.46 crores |
Poonam Pandey Boyfriend
| Boyfriend | Karan Bohra |
| Husband | Sam Bombay |
Poonam Pandey Favorite Things
| Favourite Actor | Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar and Rajinikanth |
| Favourite Actress | Sridevi, Rekha, Madhuri Dixit and Kajol |
| Favourite Movie | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani |
| Favourite Color | Yellow and pink |
| Favourite Food | Pizza and Burger |
| Favourite Place | Cape town |
Poonam Pandey Husband
On 1 September 2020, Poonam married her long-term boyfriend, Sam Bombay, in Mumbai. The wedding was private because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Poonam and Sam were dating each other since 2017. On 11 September 2020, in Canacona village, South Goa Poonam filed a complaint against her husband, Sam Bombay, claiming that he molested, threatened and assaulted her. Sam was arrested and later, he was released on bail.
Poonam Pandey Controversies
- Poonam Pandey first came into the limelight when she promised that she would strip if the Indian cricket team won the 2011 Cricket World Cup. India lifted the cup, but the actress couldn’t fulfil her promise due to disapproval by Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). A year later, she went naked after the Kolkata Knight Riders won IPL 5.
- The model cum actress once again grabbed media attention when her movie posters of the film ‘Nasha’ were displayed on hoardings across the country. In these posters, Pandey was shown wearing nothing, with only strategically placed placards to cover her modesty. Protestors in Mumbai set her movie posters on fire in July 2013. Pandey then added more fuel to these controversies and launched her own website, where she uploaded her steamy bathing videos.
- In 2012, a fake social media account of Chitrangada Singh was made, in which an image was shared of Poonam saying,
- How do you compete with Poonam Pandey when she is ready strip for kabbadi matches?’
- On this Poonam tweeted to her fans that
- “‘Tweethearts!! it really feels gr8 when people use ur name to garner Publicity! it reminds me a dialouge from the film GURU. “Jab Log tumhare khilaf bolne lage Samajh lo Taraki kar rahe ho” – GURU.’ and “‘Its so funny how the people who know the least about you, have the most to say. Jealousy: That’s what makes a b talk.’
- In 2012, Poonam Pandey stripped naked after Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won their first IPL trophy defeating the defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the final match at the M A Chidambaram stadium.
Poonam Pandey lockup
- Munawar Faruqui Calls Poonam Pandey ‘Great Human Being’, Kangana Ranaut Says Her Death Is A ‘Catastrophe’.
- Kangana Ranaut, who was the host of Poonam Pandey’s reality show ‘Lock Upp’, has reacted to the news of Pandey’s demise. The official Instagram handle of Poonam Pandey, on Friday, announced about her death. The statement states that the actor died due to cervical cancer.
- Kangana Kangana took to her Instagram stories and wrote: “This is so sad. Losing a young woman to cancer is a catastrophe. Om Shanti.”
- Actor Karanvir Bohra, who was a participant on Lock Upp with Poonam, told India Forums that he met her 10 days ago. “I am still in disbelief. I just met her ten days ago,” he was quoted as saying by India Forums.
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- He also took to Twitter and wrote, “I’m still in disbelief #PoonamPandey I pray this news is not true 🙏🏼”
- Karan Kundrra, who worked with Poonam on Lock Upp told Zoom Entertainment, “Oh my god! I have no idea about this. How did it happen? It is very sad and heartbreaking news. I just need to call some people now.”
- Actor Aly Goni also offered his condolences and shared, “Rest in peace poonam 💔🙏🏼 #poonampandey.”
Poonam Pandey Facts
- Poonam Pandey claims in her Twitter bio that she is among the most searched celebrities on the internet.
- In an interview, Poonam revealed that she is addicted to shopping applications like Myntra.
- Poonam Pandey on telling the media about the idea of the announcement during the time of the India world cup came to her mind. On this she said
I was sitting with my journalist friends and we were discussing about doing something really big. I had done some 25-30 calendar shoots. All were big enough, but that recognition was missing. Then I saw there were so many girls in this industry who had worked with the Khans and the Kapoors, but people still did not recognise them as they know only Khans and Kapoors. In such a scenario, it’s very difficult to get your own identity, especially if you come from nowhere. Hence, to get that identity and recognition, I thought only controversy could help” - According to Poonam, her parents never wanted her to be a part of the film industry.
- In an interview, Poonam Pandey expressed her desire to see herself in a role where she is in a sari and in a ghoonghat.
- Poonam Pandey in an interview said that she enjoys all the publicity, good or bad. She also quoted
Log mere bare mein achcha bole yah bura bole lekin bole toh sahi. For me all publicity is good publicity. Unfortunately my parents don’t agree. They don’t approve of the things I say and do. They are embarrassed by my image. Every day when I go home after work I wonder if they’ve seen or read something more about me that has upset them. It’s a constant conflict. But they’ve now come to terms with what I am.” - Once Poonam said that she desires to complete her graduation but due to her hectic schedule she couldn’t find the time.
- In an interview, Poonam revealed that when she announced that she would go naked if India won the cricket World Cup, her parents were surprised, but later they expressed their happiness. She also said that her parents, and everyone else too, were very happy with her decision.
- Poonam said in an interview that during the pandemic time she watched the movie, Dil Chahta Hai, fifteen times.
- According to Poonam, she can speak Marathi very well.
- Poonam Pandey in an interview revealed that she got many offers from many types of reality shows but couldn’t participate in them. She also said that when she got the offer of the show, Lock upp, without taking anyone’s advice she said yes to this show.
- During an interview, Poonam Pandey said that she regrets not being able to raise her voice about the statements made about relationship assaults with her.
- In an interview, Poonam confessed that she made many wrong decisions but she also claims that she realised the importance of acquiring success through work.
Poonam Pandey Fake Death
On Friday 2 Feb 2024 morning came as a shock for everyone as Poonam Pandey has passed away due to cervical cancer at 32. Her team has issued an offical statement on Instagram and her manager has also confirmed the news.
The offical statement on Instagram read, “This morning is a tough one for us. Deeply saddened to inform you that we have lost our beloved Poonam to cervical cancer. Every living form that ever came in contact with her was met with pure love and kindness. In this time of grief, we would request for privacy while we remember her fondly for all that we shared.”
Poonam Pandey had kicked up a controversial storm inviting backlash on Saturday after revealing she had faked her death in an Instagram post as part of a cervical cancer awareness campaign. Now, Pandey’s PR agency, Schbang, has issued a statement apologising for their actions.
The actions by Poonam Pandey and her agency Schbang has questioned the ethics of using these tactics for raising awareness for a health campaign.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Schbang apologised for their actions, particularly to those who have faced or witnessed the challenges of cancer.
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