Who is Farhana Bhat?
Farhana Bhat, also known as Farrhana Bhatt, is an Indian actress from Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. She rose to fame with movies like Laila Majnu and Notebook and gained further recognition with her entry into Bigg Boss 19 (2025).
Early Life & Family
- Date of Birth: 15 March 1997
- Age (2025): 28 years
- Birthplace: Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
- Family: Raised by her mother and grandfather after her father left when she was an infant. She has two sisters – Soliha Bhat and Fiza Bhat.
Farhana grew up in a conservative Kashmiri Muslim household and faced strong cultural restrictions. Yet, she chose to follow her passion for acting with the support of her mother and grandfather.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Mass Communication & Journalism from Government College for Women, Srinagar.
- Diploma in Acting from Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares, Mumbai.
- Trained in theatre workshops specialising in the Navarasas (9 emotions).
Acting Career
Film Debut
2016: Sunshine Music Tours & Travels with Sunny Kaushal.
Breakthrough Films
- 2018: Laila Majnu (played Jasmeet, directed by Imtiaz Ali).
- 2019: Notebook (played Dolly, produced by Salman Khan Films).
Web & OTT Projects
- The Freelancer (Disney+ Hotstar, 2023)
- India’s Brave Chapter 2 (Amazon miniTV, 2024)
- Country of Blind (2023, web film)
- Heaven of Hindustan (2023, travel documentary)
Music Videos
She has featured in several music videos with T-Series, Speed Records, and Zee Music.
Bigg Boss 19 Journey
In 2025, Farhana entered Bigg Boss Season 19 as a contestant. Known for her bold and outspoken personality, she is one of the most inspiring figures on the show, representing Kashmiri youth who aspire to break societal boundaries.
Achievements & Personal Life
- Martial Arts: 5-time national gold medalist in Taekwondo.
- Dance: A passionate self-taught dancer.
- Pets: Loves cats and owns one.
- Favourite Actor: Shah Rukh Khan.
- Marital Status: Unmarried (2025).
Struggles & Inspiration
Farhana has openly shared the struggles she faced in her hometown. She was criticised for her choices, such as wearing jeans or not wearing a dupatta, and even faced rumours and social restrictions. Despite these hardships, she stayed determined and emerged as a role model for aspiring actors from Kashmir.
Farhana Bhat Biography – Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Farhana Bhat (Farrhana Bhatt) |
| Date of Birth | 15 March 1997 |
| Age (2025) | 28 Years |
| Birthplace | Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir |
| Education | Mass Communication & Journalism, Acting Diploma |
| Debut Film | Sunshine Music Tours & Travels (2016) |
| Popular Films | Laila Majnu (2018), Notebook (2019) |
| OTT/Web Series | The Freelancer, India’s Brave Chapter 2, Country of Blind |
| Reality Show | Bigg Boss 19 (2025) |
| Achievements | 5-time Taekwondo Champion |
| Family | Mother, Sisters – Soliha & Fiza Bhat |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Hobbies | Dance, Martial Arts, Pets |
Social Media Profiles
| Platform | ID |
|---|---|
| Farrhana Bhatt (@farrhana_bhatt) | |
| X (formerly Twitter) | Farrhana Bhatt (@Farrhana_bhatt) |
| Farhana Bhat |
