Biography
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a famous Hindi film director, screenwriter and musician from India. He was born on 24 February 1963 in a Gujarati Jain family in Bhuleshwar, south of Bombay. His father Naveen Bhansali is also a film producer. Sanjay’s mother is Leela Bhansali who used to work as a tailor to run the household.
The first film directed by Bhansali is Khamoshi which was released in 1996. Sanjay Leela Bhansali won the Filmfare Award for Best Film Khamoshi. Due to giving many hit films, Sanjay became famous in Hindi films. The historical romance Devdas, directed by Sanjay, was released in 2002 and became a blockbuster of that era, which received a BAFTA nomination for Best Film.
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| Full Name | Sanjay Leela Bhansali |
| Nick Name | Sanjay |
| Born (Date of Birth) | 24 February 1963 |
| Age (as 2024) | 61 Years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharastra, India |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharastra, India |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| School | Primary School, Mumbai, India |
| College | Film and Television Institute of India, Pune |
| Profession | Film Director, Producer, Music Director, Screenwriter |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Father | Navin Bhansali (Film Producer) |
| Mother | Leela Bhansali (Used to Stich Clothes) |
| Siblings | 1 |
| Brother | NA |
| Sister | Bela Segal |
| Wife | NA |
| Children’s | NA |
| Son | NA |
| Daughter | NA |
| Girlfriend/ Affairs | Vaibhavi Merchant, Choreographer (Ex-Fiancée) |
| Television Show Debut (Judge) | Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa Season 1 (2006) |
| Film Debut (Director) | Khamoshi: The Musical (1996) |
Birthday
| Sanjay Leela Bhansali Birthday | 24 February |
Physical Stats
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Gray |
Age
| Sanjay Leela Bhansali Age | 61 Years |
Weight
| Sanjay Leela Bhansali Weight | 73 Kg |
| Weight in Pounds | 161 lbs |
Height
| Sanjay Leela Bhansali Height | 5’Ft 8’Inch |
| Height in Meter | 1.74m |
| Height in Centimeter | 174 cm |
Education
Sanjay Leela Bhansali received his schooling from primary school in Mumbai itself. After completing his graduation from Lala Lajpat Rai College, Mumbai, he earned a PG Diploma from the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune.
| School | Primary School, Mumbai, India |
| University | Film and Television Institute of India, Pune |
Marital Status
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is not married yet.
| Marital Status | Un-married |
| Wife | NA |
| Girlfriend | Vaibhavi Merchant, Choreographer (Ex-Fiancée) |
Girlfriend
Everyone knows the news of the relationship between Sanjay Leela Bhansali and famous dancer Vaibhavi Merchant. Both of them met on the sets of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam in 1999. As everyone knows, Bhansali’s dancing sequences in his films are more than just colorful fillers.
According to sources, the both started coming closer during the shooting of Saawariya (2007). Both were also seen at the inauguration of Saawariya film. After this, both of them started appearing together at many places.
But both of them never commented on their relationship. Despite the silence of both, their growing closeness and romance was often mentioned in the media.
There were also rumors that Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Vaibhavi Merchant had taken seven rounds in front of their loved ones in a private ceremony, but neither of them made any disclosure about this. However it was revealed that the two had reportedly parted ways amicably. According to a news in Mumbai Mirror, Sanjay and Vaibhavi had to call off their marriage due to unresolved personal issues.
Career
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a well-known director of Indian cinema. Sanjay is the producer of many hit films. Sanjay made his directorial debut with the film “Khamoshi: The Music”. He has made his name as a producer of many hit films like Devdas (2002), Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013), Bajirao Mastani (2015), Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022).
Recently released Heeramandi (2024) is his first web series which is one of the blockbuster series of the year.
Bhansali started his film career as an assistant to Vidhu Vinod Chopra, being involved in the production of Parinda, 1942 A Love Story and Qarib. But due to differences of opinion between the two, this happened. Bhansali made his directorial debut outside the Chopra camp with Khamoshi: The Musical, a commercially unsuccessful but critically acclaimed story of a daughter’s struggle to communicate with her deaf-mute parents.
After some time, his next film “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam” was released, which was very successful and won many awards. After Hiramandi, the audience is also eagerly waiting for Sanjay’s upcoming film “Love and War”, according to sources, the film is likely to be released in 2025.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali Family
Sanjay Leela Bhansali with his sister and mother.
Social Media
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Movies
Sanjay Leela Bhansali Films
| Year | Sanjay Leela Bhansali Movies Names | Sanjay Leela Bhansali Director/Producer/Writer |
| 1989 | Parinda | Assistant Director |
| 1994 | 1942: A Love Story | Writer |
| 1996 | Khamoshi: The Musical | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 1999 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2002 | Devdas | Director/Producer |
| 2005 | Black | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2007 | Saawariya | Director/Writer |
| 2010 | Guzaarish | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2011 | My Friend Pinto | Writer |
| 2012 | Rowdy Rathore | Writer |
| 2012 | Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi | Writer/Producer |
| 2013 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2014 | Mary Kom | Writer |
| 2015 | Gabbar Is Back | Writer |
| 2015 | Bajirao Mastani | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2016 | Laal Ishq | Producer |
| 2018 | Padmaavat | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2019 | Malaal | Writer |
| 2022 | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Director/Writer/Producer |
| 2025 | Love and War | Sanjay Leela Bhansali Upcoming Movie |
Web Series
| 2024 | Heeramandi | Creator |
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TV Show
| Year | Title | Role |
| 1988–1989 | Bharat Ek Khoj | Editor |
| 2006 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 1 | Judge |
| 2011 | X Factor India | Judge |
| 2013–2014 | Saraswatichandra | Producer |
Awards
| National Film Awards | ||||
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
| 2002 | National Film Awards | Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment | Devdas | Won |
| 2005 | Best Feature Film in Hindi | Black | ||
| 2014 | Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment | Mary Kom | ||
| 2015 | Best Director | Bajirao Mastani | ||
| 2018 | Best Music Director | Padmaavat | ||
| 2021 | Best Screenplay | Gangubai Kathiawadi | ||
| Best Editing | ||||
| Filmfare Awards | ||||
| 2000 | Filmfare Awards | Best Film | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Won |
| 2006 | Black | Won | ||
| 2014 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Nominated | ||
| 2015 | Mary Kom | Nominated | ||
| 2016 | Bajirao Mastani | Won | ||
| 2019 | Padmaavat | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Won | ||
| 1997 | Best Film (Critics) | Khamoshi: The Musical | Won | |
| 2006 | Black | Won | ||
| 2000 | Best Director | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Won | |
| 2003 | Devdas | Won | ||
| 2006 | Black | Won | ||
| 2011 | Guzaarish | Nominated | ||
| 2014 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Nominated | ||
| 2016 | Bajirao Mastani | Won | ||
| 2019 | Padmaavat | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Won | ||
| 2023 | Best Screenplay | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Best Music Director | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | Nominated | |
| 2016 | Bajirao Mastani | Nominated | ||
| 2019 | Padmaavat | Won | ||
| 2023 | Gangubai Kathiawadi | Nominated | ||
Car Collection
| Audi Q5 |
| BMW X1 |
| Mercedes-Benz M-Class |
| Jaguar XJL |
Net Worth
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s sources of income are his own production company, Bhansali Productions, and his music label, Bhansali Music, through which he continues to expand his creative empire. According to sources, his total income in the year 2024 is Rs 940 crore. It is estimated that Bhansali charges Rs 60-70 crore for a film.
| Net Worth 2020 | Approx. 330 Crore |
| Net Worth 2021 | Approx. 440 Crore |
| Net Worth 2022 | Approx. 550 Crore |
| Net Worth 2023 | Approx. 760 Crore |
| Sanjay Leela Bhansali Net Worth 2024 | Approx. 940 Crore |
FAQs
Who is Sanjay Leela Bhansali?
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a famous Hindi film director, screenwriter and musician from India
Why Sanjay Leela Bhansali use a mother’s name?
To pay tribute to her mother, she started writing “Leela” in her name.
What is Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s next movie?
Sanjay’s upcoming film “Love and War”, according to sources, the film is likely to be released in 2025.
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