Sonampreet Bajwa, professionally known as Sonam Bajwa, is an Indian actress and model who mainly works in Punjabi and Hindi cinema.
She was born on August 16, 1989 (37 years old), in Nainital, Uttar Pradesh, now Uttarakhand, India.
Sonam began her film career with the Punjabi movie Best of Luck in 2013. She later became one of Punjabi cinema’s leading actresses through popular films such as Punjab 1984, Nikka Zaildar, Manje Bistre, Carry on Jatta 2, Guddiyan Patole, Ardab Mutiyaran, and Honsla Rakh.
She expanded her Hindi film career with projects including Housefull 5 and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat.
Her confident screen presence and strong female characters have helped her build a wide fan base.
She won the PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Actress for Ardab Mutiyaran.
Quick Facts of Sonam Bajwa
| Full Name | Sonampreet Bajwa |
| Profession | Actress and model |
| Age | 37 years old |
| Date of Birth | August 16, 1989 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Birthplace | Nainital, Uttar Pradesh, now Uttarakhand, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Gender | Female |
Sonam Bajwa Early Life and Education
Sonam Bajwa was born in Nainital, in present-day Uttarakhand, and grew up in a Punjabi Sikh family.
Her father is a businessman, and her mother, Ritu Bajwa, is a schoolteacher.
She grew up with a brother. Sonam has recalled that she was expected to help with household work while her brother was allowed to play, an experience that shaped her understanding of inequality within families.
Education
Sonam Bajwa pursued her higher studies in humanities, earning a degree from one of India’s top academic institutions
Sonam completed her schooling at Jaycees Public School in Rudrapur.
She moved to New Delhi to attend college and successfully graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in English (Honours).
After completing her education, she participated in Femina Miss India 2012 and then briefly worked as an air hostess before quitting it to pursue acting.
| School | Jaycees Public School, Rudrapur |
| Alma Mater | University of Delhi |
| Highest Qualification | Graduate |
Sonam Bajwa Personal Life
Sonam Bajwa keeps her personal and family life away from public attention.
Father
Sonam Bajwa’s father’s name is not publicly known, as she has deliberately kept his identity out of the media spotlight to maintain family privacy. He has a background in business and education.
Sonam has fondly described her father as a strict parent who prioritised discipline and education while raising her and her twin brother, Jaideep, in Uttarakhand.
While Sonam occasionally posts pictures with her mother, Ritu Bajwa, she rarely shares photos of her father or mentions him by name on public platforms.
Mother
Sonam Bajwa’s mother is Ritu Bajwa, a former schoolteacher who played a fundamental role in shaping her disciplined upbringing.
Like her husband, Ritu Bajwa worked in the education sector as a schoolteacher while raising her family in Uttarakhand.
Sonam has revealed in interviews that her mother was quite strict regarding chores and manners. Growing up, her mother strictly forced her to learn how to cook and manage household duties despite any resistance, ensuring she learned valuable life skills.
Sonam hilariously recalled a memory where her mother briefly locked her out of the house as a child because she refused to eat green vegetables like bottle gourd (lauki), a tactic that successfully taught her to eat her meals without throwing tantrums.
Today, Sonam shares an incredibly close relationship with her mother. She frequently posts pictures, birthday wishes, and lighthearted vlogs with her on social media platforms, where fans often comment on how much Sonam resembles her mother’s flawless features.
Siblings
Sonam Bajwa has one sibling, a twin brother named Jaideep Bajwa, with whom she shares an incredibly close bond.
Sonam and Jaideep are fraternal twins, born on August 16. Because they are twins, Sonam frequently mentions in interviews that they grew up more like best friends and peers rather than a typical older/younger sibling pair.
Unlike Sonam, Jaideep prefers to stay completely out of the glamorous limelight of the entertainment industry. He maintains a highly private life, though Sonam occasionally shares affectionate throwback photos and heartfelt birthday notes for him on her social media.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Parents | Father: Yet to be updated Mother: Ritu Bajwa |
| Siblings | Brother: Jaideep Bajwa |
Sonam Bajwa Career
Sonam Bajwa went from a beauty pageant and an airline job to the top of Punjabi cinema, and later found major success in Hindi films.
Early Steps and Debut (2012 to 2014)
After graduating from Delhi University, she competed in Femina Miss India 2012 and briefly worked as an air hostess before turning to acting.
She made her debut in the Punjabi film Best of Luck (2013) with Gippy Grewal, Jazzy B and Simran Kaur Mundi.
Her breakthrough came with Punjab 1984 (2014), where she played Jeeti opposite Diljit Dosanjh, with Kirron Kher in a key role. The same year, she made her Tamil debut in Kappal opposite Vaibhav.
Rise in Punjabi Cinema (2015 to 2018)
In 2016, she starred in Sardaar Ji 2 with Diljit Dosanjh and Monica Gill. She also began her popular pairing with Ammy Virk in Nikka Zaildar. She made her Telugu debut that year in Aatadukundam Raa opposite Sushanth.
In 2017, she starred in Manje Bistre with Gippy Grewal, which became the top-grossing Punjabi film of the year. She followed it with Super Singh opposite Diljit Dosanjh and Nikka Zaildar 2 with Ammy Virk and Wamiqa Gabbi.
In 2018, she played Meet in Carry on Jatta 2 opposite Gippy Grewal, with Binnu Dhillon and Gurpreet Ghuggi.
Leading Lady Years (2019 to 2024)
2019 was her busiest year, with five film releases. In Guddiyan Patole, she starred with Gurnam Bhullar and Tania. In Ardab Mutiyaran, she played Babbu Bains alongside Mehreen Pirzada and Ajay Sarkaria. That year, she was also seen in Muklawa with Ammy Virk and Singham with Parmish Verma.
In 2021, Puaada reunited her with Ammy Virk. She also starred in Honsla Rakh with Diljit Dosanjh and Shehnaaz Gill.
In 2022, she starred opposite Gurnam Bhullar in Main Viyah Nahi Karona Tere Naal, Ammy Virk in Sher Bagga, and Ajay Sarkaria in Jind Mahi.
In 2023, she led Godday Godday Chaa with Tania and Gitaj Bindrakhia. She also returned as Meet in Carry On Jatta 3 with Gippy Grewal.
In 2024, she paired with Ammy Virk in Kudi Haryane Val Di.
Bollywood Breakthrough (2025 to 2026)
Her Hindi lead debut came with Housefull 5 (2025) opposite Riteish Deshmukh, in an ensemble that included Akshay Kumar and Abhishek Bachchan. She then appeared in Baaghi 4 with Tiger Shroff and Sanjay Dutt.
Her biggest Hindi hit was Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, opposite Harshvardhan Rane, which grossed over ₹110 crore worldwide. She also returned to Punjabi cinema with Nikka Zaildar 4.
In January 2026, she starred in the war epic Border 2 with Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh. It gave her three films crossing ₹100 crore within a year of her Hindi debut.
In May 2026, she released the Punjabi comedy Pitt Siyapa with Paramvir Singh Cheema.
Beyond Films
She hosts the Zee Punjabi celebrity chat show Dil Diyan Gallan with Sonam Bajwa, which ran for two seasons between 2021 and 2023.
She has featured in music videos with Sidhu Moose Wala and Diljit Dosanjh, and endorses brands such as Moofarm and Americana biscuits.
Upcoming Projects
She will next reunite with Diljit Dosanjh and Shehnaaz Gill in the Punjabi comedy Ranna Ch Dhanna, now listed for release on June 25, 2027.
Sonam Bajwa Awards and Achievements
Sonam Bajwa has earned recognition for her performances in Punjabi cinema. Her role as the confident Babbu Bains in Ardab Mutiyaran brought her a major Best Actress award.
Awards (Wins)
- PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Actress, won for Ardab Mutiyaran at the 10th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2020
- PTC Punjabi Film Award for Popular Jodi of the Year (with Gurnam Bhullar), won at the 11th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2022
- National Film Award for Best Punjabi Feature Film, won as part of Godday Godday Chaa’s cast at the 71st National Film Awards in 2025
- Best Actress in a Comic Role, won for Housefull 5 in 2025
Nominations
- Best Female Debut at the 4th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2014, for Best of Luck
- Best Supporting Actress at the 7th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2017, for Sardaar Ji 2
- Best Actress at the 1st Filmfare Awards Punjabi in 2017, for Nikka Zaildar
- Best Actress at the 2nd Filmfare Awards Punjabi in 2018, for Manje Bistre
- Best Actress at the 2nd Filmfare Awards Punjabi in 2018, for Nikka Zaildar 2
- Best Actress (Critics) at the 2nd Filmfare Awards Punjabi in 2018, for Nikka Zaildar 2
- Best Actress at the 8th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2018, for Super Singh
- Best Actress at the 9th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2019, for Carry On Jatta 2
- Best Actress at the 11th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2022, for Mai Vyah Nahi Karona Tere Naal
- Popular Jodi of the Year (with Diljit Dosanjh) at the 11th PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2022, for Honsla Rakh
- Best Actress at the Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025, for Kudi Haryane Val Di
- Best Actor (Female) at the Zee Cine Awards 2026, for Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat
Sonam Bajwa Controversy
Pitt Siyapa mosque filming row in 2025:
Punjab’s Shahi Imam demanded police action against Sonam Bajwa and the film team after scenes were reportedly filmed inside the historic Bhagat Sadhna Mosque in Sirhind. He alleged that the shoot disturbed the sanctity of the religious site.
Sonam, producer Baljinder Janjua, and the film unit later submitted a written apology to the Muslim community. The team promised to remove the disputed scene and exercise greater care while filming at religious places. The matter was reportedly resolved peacefully through discussion.
Housefull 5 criticism in 2025:
Housefull 5 received criticism for its portrayal of women, with some viewers accusing the film of objectifying its female characters and giving them limited importance. Sonam defended her decision to join the film and explained that she had accepted the role knowing it was part of a large ensemble comedy. She also said audiences had the right to express their opinions.
Nikka Zaildar 4 trailer:
The actress faced severe pushback from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and sections of the Sikh community. Her portrayal as a daughter-in-law in a traditional Sikh family—specifically scenes showing her smoking a cigarette and holding alcohol—was condemned as an insult to Sikh values and ethics, leading to official censor board complaints.
Goa New Year performance:
A video of her performing at a New Year event in Goa drew heavy criticism online. Conservative netizens slammed her outfit and choice of dance steps, claiming it went against traditional Punjabi culture.
Student protest intervention:
She recently sparked heated political debates by publicly standing against the ruling party. Taking to Instagram, she strongly condemned police lathi-charges and tear gas used against students protesting paper leaks, stating that “youth deserve fairness, transparency, and to be heard”.
Sonam Bajwa Net Worth
Below is the estimated net worth and annual salary of Sonam Bajwa:
| Net Worth in Dollars Approx. | $4.1 million-$5.2 million (Rs 40–50 crore) |
| Salary Approx. | ₹2–3 crore per film |
Sonam Bajwa Height, Weight and Physical Stats
Below are the height, weight, and physical stats of Sonam Bajwa:
| Height | In centimetres: 170 cm In meters: 1.70 m In feet and inches: 5 feet 7 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 55 kg In lbs: 121 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 34-26-34 inches |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
Sonam Bajwa Social Media
 @sonambajwa | |
| X |  @bajwasonam |
 @ThisIsSonamBajwa |
Interesting Facts about Sonam Bajwa
- Sonam has spoken openly about being bullied for her skin colour during childhood.
- She previously rejected several Hindi film offers because she was uncomfortable with kissing scenes and worried about how audiences in Punjab would react.
- Sonam was reportedly the highest-paid actor in Guddiyan Patole, earning more than her male co-stars.
- She topped the Chandigarh Times Most Desirable Woman poll three times, including consecutive wins in 2016 and 2017 and another win in 2019.
- Sonam once lost a Hindi film role only six days before filming began, even after completing auditions, workshops and special training.
- She follows a disciplined eating routine but still enjoys tea and gol gappas.
- Sonam has admitted that she sometimes avoids commenting on sensitive subjects online because she is unsure how her audience may respond.
FAQs
Who is Sonam Bajwa?
Sonam Bajwa is an Indian actress and model known mainly for her work in Punjabi cinema. She has also acted in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu films.
What is Sonam Bajwa’s real name?
Her full name is commonly reported as Sonampreet Bajwa. Some public profiles also list her as Sonampreet Kaur Bajwa.
What is Sonam Bajwa’s age and where was she born?
Sonam Bajwa is 37 years old as of July 2026. Her birthdate is August 16, 1989. She was born in Uttarakhand, India.
Is Sonam Bajwa married?
She is not married and is considered to be single.
Which was Sonam Bajwa’s first movie?
She made her acting debut in the Punjabi film Best of Luck in 2013, alongside Gippy Grewal and Jazzy B.
What are Sonam Bajwa’s most popular movies?
Her notable films include Punjab 1984, Nikka Zaildar, Manje Bistre, Carry On Jatta 2, Ardab Mutiyaran, Honsla Rakh, and Godday Godday Chaa.
Has Sonam Bajwa won any awards?
Yes. She won the PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in Ardab Mutiyaran.
