by Simone Singh Samar (born 10 November 1974) is a celebrated Indian actress and model, widely known for her powerful portrayal of Sakshi Goenka in the hit television drama Ek Hasina Thi. Over the years, she has earned a reputation for her versatility across television, films, and web series.
Early Life
Simone Singh was born on 10 November 1974 in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. She started her career in the Indian entertainment industry in the mid-1990s and quickly gained popularity due to her unique charm and strong screen presence.
Career Highlights
Television Career
Simone made her debut with the English-language series A Mouthful of Sky, followed by a role in Sea Hawks (1995). However, it was her lead role in the TV series Heena (1998–2003) that brought her widespread recognition. At the time, Heena was one of the highest-rated shows on Indian television.
She later won acclaim for her role as Sakshi Goenka, a manipulative matriarch, in Ek Hasina Thi (2014), which further established her as one of the most talented actresses in Indian TV.
Her notable television roles include:
- Swabhimaan (1995)
- Heena (1998–2003)
- Kasshish (2005)
- Virasat (2007)
- Bahu Begum (2019–2020)
Film Career
Simone also made her mark in Bollywood, with notable appearances in films such as:
- Maja Ma (2022) – Kanchan Adhia
- Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love (2001) – Priya Kapoor
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham – Rukhsar (guest appearance)
- Kal Ho Naa Ho – Camilla (special appearance)
- Being Cyrus (2006) – Tina Sethna
- Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas (2019) – Vandana Sethi
- Love Aaj Kal (2020) – Zoe’s Mother
Web Series
Simone embraced the digital space with strong roles in:
- Haq Se (2018) – Fatima
- Four More Shots Please! (2019) – Sneha Patel
- Jee Karda (2023) – Antara Singh
- Raisinghani vs Raisinghani (2024) – Dr. Ramaya Grewal
Achievements and Recognition
Simone Singh holds the distinction of being the first Indian TV actress to present at the International Emmy Awards in New York City. She also served as a jury member for the same.
Awards
- Stardust Award (2003) – Best Supporting Actress (Sur – The Melody of Life)
- Indian Telly Awards (2015) – Best Actress in a Negative Role (Ek Hasina Thi)
- Indian Television Academy Awards – Best Actress in a Negative Role (Ek Hasina Thi)
