Jennifer Winget

Jennifer Winget (born 30 May 1985) is an Indian actress who primarily appears in Hindi television. One of the highest-paid television actresses in India, Winget is a recipient of several accolades including two ITA Awards and two Indian Telly Awards.

Winget started her career as a child actor with the 1995 film Akele Hum Akele Tum and made her television debut in 2002 with Shaka Laka Boom Boom. She later gained recognition for her portrayal of Sneha Bajaj in Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Dr. Riddhima Gupta in Dill Mill Gayye. Winget further established herself as a leading actress with her portrayal of Kumud Sundari Desai in Saraswatichandra, Maya Mehrotra in Beyhadh and Zoya Siddiqui in Bepannah. For Saraswatichandra and Beyhadh, she earned the ITA Award for Best Actress Jury. Winget expanded to web with Code M for which she received a Filmfare OTT Award nomination.

Early life Winget was born on 30 May 1985 in Bombay, (present-day Mumbai), India. She is the daughter of a Punjabi Hindu mother, Prabha, and a Maharashtrian Christian father, Hemant Winget, and is often mistaken for a person of non-Indian origins due to her western first name. and then appeared as a supporting actor in the Indian film Kuch Naa Kaho at the age of 18. Later, she went on to work in various Indian TV shows. Winget's big break as the lead in television came with the show Karthika, where she played the role of a struggling singer who dreams of making it big.

She later starred in Kasautii Zindagii Kay, where she played Sneha, the daughter of the protagonists Shweta Tiwari and her performance was praised. After winning the former, she hosted the second season of the show along with Dekh India Dekh and the comedy Laughter Ke Phatke both 2009–2010.

Breakthrough and success (2010–2015) The same year, she replaced Sukirti Kandpal as Dr. Riddhima Gupta in the medical youth show Dill Mill Gayye opposite Karan Singh Grover and Karan Wahi. It revolves around Young aspiring medical interns join Sanjeevani in hopes of becoming the best doctors.

In 2011, she was seen hosted the comedy show Comedy Ka Maha Muqabala and the dance show Nachle Ve with Saroj Khan finale episode. Two years later, In 2013, she starred in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's television show Saraswatichandra as the protagonist Kumud Desai opposite Gautam Rode. The story revolves around classic tale of love and heartbreak, Saras and Kumud are soulmates who are repeatedly denied the joy of being together. For her performance she received several accolades including the Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress Critics.

Established actress (2016–2019) Following a two-year absence, Winget returned in 2016 portrayed her notable role Maya Mehrotra in Sony TV's psychological thriller series Beyhadh. Her portrayal of a complex and obsessive character earned her critical acclaim and a massive fan following. For her performance she earned numerous accolades and appreciation including Indian Television Academy Awards for Best Actress (Jury) respectively.

In 2018, she starred as Zoya Siddiqui in Colors TV's romantic drama series Bepannaah opposite Harshad Chopda. It focuses the story of two protagonists Zoya and Aditya who meet in the most unfortunate circumstances. She received praise for her exceptional acting skills, At the Gold Awards, she earned Best Actress (Jury) and Indian Telly Awards for Best Actress in Lead Role.

After the success of first season, In 2019, she starred portrayed the role of Maya Jaisingh in Sony TV's revenge romantic thriller Beyhadh 2 a spiritual successor 2016 series of Beyhadh opposite Ashish Chaudhary and Shivin Narang.

Expansion to streaming projects (2020–present) From 2020 to 2022, She ventured into web world with ALT Balaji's crime drama series Code M where she portrayed the role of Major Monica Mehra. Ruchi Kaushal for Hindustan Times wrote "Winget makes an impressive debut on the digital platform as an army lawyer who delves into a high-profile case just days before her wedding". For her performance she was nominated at the Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Actress Series (Female).

After a two-year hiatus, Winget portrayed an advocate, Anushka Raisinghani in the 2024 series Raisinghani vs Raisinghani opposite Karan Wahi. Prachi Arya of India Today noted, "Jennifer is impressive as a lawyer whose personal and professional struggles collide. She obviously shares an easy chemistry with Wahi, but when they are together, it is hard to look away from her." Winget will next appear in a Netflix series with Parineeti Chopra.

Personal life Winget was previously married to Karan Singh Grover. In July 2026 she married William Ishmael in UK.

In the media

Winget's acting performances in Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Dill Mill Gayye, Saraswatichandra, Beyhadh and Bepannah, has established her among the popular and highest-paid actresses of Hindi television. She is widely noted for her powerful and impactful onscreen roles and performances. She was placed fifth in Rediffs "Top 10 Television Actresses" list of 2014. In 2017, The Indian Express placed her first in its "Top 10 Television Actresses" list.

In UK-based newspaper Eastern Eyes list of "50 Sexiest Asian Women", Winget was placed 21st in 2012, 15th in 2013 and 13th in 2018. Winget became Times Most Desirable Women on Television in 2017. She was further placed 2nd in 2018 and 2019, and 5th in 2020. In 2022, Winget contributed to the fight for India's elephants by spending three days volunteering with Wildlife SOS. She has also been cover model for various magazines.

Filmography Films

Television Year Title RoleNotes Ref. 2002–2003 Shaka Laka Boom Boom Piya 2003 Kkusum Simran 2004 Karthika Karthika 2005–2007 Kasautii Zindagii Kay Sneha Bajaj 2006 Kyaa Hoga Nimmo Kaa Natasha 2007 Kahin To Hoga Svetlana 2008 Zara Nach Ke Dikha 1 ContestantWinner 2009 Dekh India Dekh Host Laughter Ke Phatke Comedy Circus 3 Contestant Dill Mill Gayye Dr. Riddhima Gupta 2010 Zara Nach Ke Dikha 2 Host 2011 Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout Contestant Comedy Ka Maha Muqabala Host Nachle Ve with Saroj KhanFinale episode 2013–2014 Saraswatichandra Kumud Desai 2016–2017 BeyhadhMaya Mehrotra 2018 Bepannaah Zoya Siddiqui

Web Series Year Show Role Platform Ref. 2020–2022 Code M Major Monica Mehra ALT Balaji 2024 Raisinghani VS Raisinghani Anushka Raisinghani Sony LIV TBA Untitled series Netflix

Music videos Year Title Singer Ref. 2023Guli MataShreya Ghoshal, Saad Lamjarred

Special appearances

Year Title Role