Shriya Sachin Pilgaonkar
| Date of Birth: | April 25, 1989 (Age 36) |
| Place of Birth: | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality: | Indian |
| Figure Measurements: | 33-23-34 |
| Net Worth: | ₹25–40 crore (~$3–5 million) |
| Height: | 5 ft 3 in (161 cm) |
| Education: | Bachelor’s in Sociology, St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai; diploma in acting; trained in Kathak; former competitive swimmer |
| Marital Status: | Unmarried |
| Parents: | Sachin Pilgaonkar, Supriya Pilgaonkar |
| Known For: | Ekulti Ek, Fan, Mirzapur, Guilty Minds, The Broken News, Taaza Khabar |
Early Life & Education
Daughter of veteran actors Sachin Pilgaonkar and Supriya Pilgaonkar, Shriya was born on April 25, 1989, in Mumbai. As a child she trained in Kathak, was a competitive swimmer winning medals, and even studied Japanese language, training in linguistics before switching to acting. She graduated with a degree in Sociology from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai.
Career & Breakthrough
Shriya made her acting debut with the Marathi film Ekulti Ek (2013), directed by her father, earning the Maharashtra State Award for Best Debut Actress. Her Bollywood debut came in Fan (2016) opposite Shah Rukh Khan. However, it was her role as Sweety Gupta in the OTT hit Mirzapur (2018) that marked her true breakthrough, gaining widespread recognition.
She continued to impress with critically acclaimed series like Guilty Minds, which earned her a Filmfare OTT Best Actress nomination, The Broken News, and Taaza Khabar (2023), winning her the ITA Award for Best Actress – Comedy (OTT). Her 2025 release Chhal Kapat: The Deception saw her in a uniformed police role—her first such portrayal—adding a layered complexity to her screen persona.
Works
Films & Web (comma‑separated): Ekulti Ek, Fan, Beecham House, Crackdown, The Gone Game, Bhangra Paa Le, Antarvasna, Kaadan, The Broken News, Guilty Minds, Taaza Khabar, Chhal Kapat: The Deception, Ishq‑e‑Nadaan, Dry Day, 13 Mussoorie, Mandala Murders (YRF-Netflix), House Arrest
Theatre & Direction
Shriya has also directed and acted in short plays such as Freedom Of Love, Dresswala, Internal Affairs and Panchgavya, and produced several theatre works early in her career. She continues to engage with stage and festival circuits.
Net Worth & Business
Estimated net worth ranges between ₹25 to ₹40 crore (~$3–5 million), earned through acting, endorsements (e.g. Tata Sky, Rin, Amul), and artistic ventures. She reportedly earns around ₹6 lakh per episode for web series and charges modestly compared to mainstream stars.
Personal Voice & Perspective
Shriya is known for her grounded approach and candid remarks about the industry. She admitted that social media influence sometimes affects casting, but she believes true opportunities follow merit. Reflecting on missed roles, she emphasized resilience and persistence in showbiz.
Trivia & Facts
- Multilingual: trained in Japanese and speaks Marathi, Hindi, English
- Was a competitive swimmer in school, winning multiple medals
- Declared she prefers being known as a good actor over chasing superstardom
Upcoming Projects
- Chhal Kapat: The Deception (ZEE5, June 2025) as SP Devika Rathore
- Mandala Murders — upcoming thriller series from Yash Raj Films & Netflix, starring Vaani Kapoor and featuring Shriya in a surprise avatar, releasing late 2025
- Dry Day — Amazon Original film produced by Nikhhil Advani; Shriya plays lead alongside Jitendra Kumar, sharing the screen with major Bollywood talents