Kiran Joneja is a renowned Indian actress and producer, with a career spanning over three decades, known for her influential roles in television, film, and theater. She first gained widespread fame with her role as Veeravalii in the legendary television series Buniyaad (1987),directed by Ramesh Sippy, and later starred as Ganga in the classic series Mahabharata (1988).
Throughout the 1990s, Joneja continued to impress audiences with her roles in successful television series, including Swabhimaan (1995),Junoon, and Yug, among others. She also appeared in popular TV series like Amba, Brahma Vishnu Maheshwara, Hamara KhanDaan, Chhapte Chhapte, Majdhaar, Shiv Mahima, Jai Maa Vishnon Devi, Siddhi, Kishmat, Tere Mere Sapne, Junoon, Khoj, Sindoor, Kkusum: Ek Aam Ladki ki Kahani, Surang The Clue, Muqammal, CID, Sumit Sambhal Lega, Abhay, Kopa, and many more.
In addition to her television career, Joneja has worked in several acclaimed films, including Silsila (1981),Shaheen (1984),Prerna (1984),Ek Misaal (1986),Mulzim (1988),Su-Raj (1987),Wasta (1989),Halaat (1990),Kayedi (1990),Pucca Badmash (1991),Akayla (1991),Vishwama (1992),Sarphira (1992),Humshakal (1992),Apradhi (1992),Badi Bahan (1993),Madam X (1994),Zamana Deewana (1995),Barsaat (1995),Anokhi Chaal (1995),Kalinga (1996),Guru Govind Singh (1998),Sheen (2004),Bunty Aur Babli (2005),Krish (2006),Khosla Ka Ghosla (2006),Marigold (2007),The Other End Of The Line (2007),I'm In Love (2007),Fear (2007),Jab We Met (2007),Fashion (2008),CC2C (2009),Do Dillon Ke Khel Men (2010),Badmash Company (2010),Sahi Dhandhe Galat Bande (2011),Mukhtiar Chadha (2015),Sweeti Weds NRI (2017),Shimla Mirchi (2020).
Joneja has also ventured into production, co-founding Ramesh Sippy Entertainment and producing successful projects such as The President is Coming (2009),Nautanki Saala! (2013),Bluffmaster, Chandani Chak To China, and many more. She has also founded her own production house, Kiran Chitra Enterprises, which has produced several successful films and documentaries, including The Kiran Joneja Talk Show and Broken Strings.
Beyond her entertainment career, Joneja is dedicated to education and empowerment initiatives. She co-founded the Ramesh Sippy Academy of Cinema & Entertainment in partnership with Mumbai University, where she serves as the Managing Director. Through this academy, she supports structured film education, giving students the chance to earn formal degrees in film-related fields. Additionally, she runs the Respond Foundation, an organization that assists young, aspiring artists from smaller towns to navigate the Mumbai entertainment scene, providing guidance and support for newcomers in the industry.
Joneja has been honored with the Society Achievers Award for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the Indian entertainment industry, and has been recognized for her exceptional impact on the Indian entertainment landscape. With her remarkable career in acting, pioneering efforts in production, and dedication to mentor-ship, Kiran Joneja remains a respected and influential figure in the Indian entertainment Industry.
