Preity Zinta's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Preity Zinta. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Preity Zinta is a prominent Indian actress celebrated for her work in Hindi cinema. With a background in English honors and criminal psychology, she debuted in 'Dil Se..' (1998) and 'Soldier' (1998), winning a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She gained recognition for playing a teenage single mother in 'Kya Kehna' (2000) and continued to build a successful career portraying diverse and culturally defiant characters, solidifying her status as a leading actress.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1998: Acting Debut in 'Dil Se..'

In 1998, Preity Zinta made her acting debut in the film 'Dil Se..' followed by a role in 'Soldier' in the same year. These performances earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

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1998: Debut with 'Dil Se..' and 'Soldier'

In 1998, Preity Zinta's first release was 'Dil Se..', followed by 'Soldier'. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her performance in both movies.

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2003: Top Bollywood Female Stars

In 2003, Preity Zinta appeared in the number one spot on Rediff.com's "Top Bollywood Female Stars". She also appeared in Box Office India's top actress listing.

2003: Filmfare Award and Top-Grossing Films

In 2003, Preity Zinta received the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'. She also starred in 'Koi... Mil Gaya', one of the top-grossing films in India.

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2003: Testifying in the Bharat Shah Case

In 2003, Preity Zinta testified against the Indian mafia as a witness in the Bharat Shah case. She repeated her statement about receiving extortion threats and was given witness protection. Zinta also received Godfrey's Mind of Steel Award.

2004: Box Office India's top actress

In 2004, Preity Zinta ranked first in Box Office India's top actress listing for the second consecutive year.

2004: Zinta stars in Veer-Zaara

In 2004, Preity Zinta starred as Zaara Haayat Khan in the cross-border romance Veer-Zaara, where she played a feisty Pakistani woman. The film was a major success and was named Best Film at major Indian award functions.

September 2006: Asia's Sexiest Women

In September 2006, the UK magazine Eastern Eye ranked Preity Zinta among "Asia's Sexiest Women".

2008: International Role in 'Heaven on Earth'

In 2008, Preity Zinta played her first international role in the Canadian drama 'Heaven on Earth', winning the Silver Hugo Award for Best Actress.

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2008: Zinta stars in Heaven on Earth

In 2008, Preity Zinta played the leading role in Heaven on Earth, a Punjabi-language drama where she played a young Indian woman who becomes a victim of domestic abuse. Her performance earned her the Silver Hugo Award for Best Actress.

October 2010: Honorary Doctorate from the University of East London

In October 2010, Preity Zinta was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Arts from the University of East London for her cultural contribution and humanitarian work.