Sonam Bajwa was born in Nanakmatta, Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, into a middle-class family. |
From a young age, she showed interest in modeling with the dream of becoming Miss India. |
After graduating, she briefly worked as an air hostess. |
In 2012, she competed in the Femina Miss India beauty pageant and made it to the finals. |
Post the beauty pageant, Sonam received an offer to portray ‘Simran’ in the Punjabi movie “Best Of Luck” (2013). |
Her breakthrough came with the role of ‘Jeeti’ in the Punjabi film “Punjab 1984.” |
She has starred in popular Punjabi movies like “Nikka Zaildar” and “Carry on Jatta 2.” |
In 2019, she appeared in the song ‘Naah Goriye’ from the film “Bala.” |
Aside from films, she has appeared in commercials for brands such as “Monte Carlo” and “Garnier Fructis.” |
Though born in a Sikh family, Sonam follows Jesus but does not identify as a religious Christian. |
She avoids doing kissing scenes in movies. |
Sonam was considered for a role in “Happy New Year” but Deepika Padukone got the part. |
Maintaining her fitness is essential for Sonam, who follows a strict workout routine. |
She loves dogs and has a pet dog named Simba. |
She has a close relationship with Indian actress Kaajal Jain. |
Her first modeling assignment earned her Rs. 8500 as her first paycheck. |
Contrary to belief, Sonam is not related to Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa. |
Sonam faced bullying due to her dark complexion in her childhood. |