Jennifer Winget

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.

Early work (1995-2009)

Winget started her career as a child actor with the 1995 film Akele Hum Akele Tum and later appeared as a School kid in 1997 film Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat which starring Rani Mukerji. At the age of 15 she was seen in the 2000 film Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya as Tanu, 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. Then she replaced Kavita Kaushik as Natasha in Kyaa Hoga Nimmo Kaa. In 2007, she was seen playing Svetlana in StarPlus popular drama Kahin To Hoga. From 2007 to 2009 she was portrayed the female protagonist Ganga Bhatia in StarPlus drama Sangam.

In 2008, she participated in Star One's dance reality show Zara Nach Ke Dikha 1 and emerged as the Winner of the show. 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's 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.

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

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 Rediff's "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 Eye's 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.

Films

Television

Web Series

Music videos

Special appearances

Winget has received two Indian Television Academy Awards for her performance in Saraswatichandra and Beyhadh. Additionally, she has received two Indian Telly Awards for Saraswatichandra and Bepannah.