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'''Sunny Leone''' (born [[May 13]], [[1981]] | '''Sunny Leone''' (born [[May 13]], [[1981]] as Karenjit Kaur Vohra) is a Canadian-born Indian actress, model, television host, and former adult film actress. Known for her work in Bollywood and Indian television, she initially gained fame in the adult film industry before transitioning to mainstream Indian entertainment. Active in the adult industry from 2001 to 2014, Leone later established a prominent career in Indian cinema, where she has been recognized for her dance performances, roles in Hindi films, and television appearances. | ||
Sunny | == Early Life and Career == | ||
Sunny Leone was born in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada, into a Punjabi Sikh family. Raised in a traditional household, she was athletic in her youth and aspired to pursue a career in healthcare. However, in her early 20s, she transitioned to the adult film industry, adopting the stage name "Sunny Leone." Her initial work in the adult industry brought her international fame, and she was subsequently signed by the adult entertainment company Vivid Entertainment. | |||
=== Career in Adult Entertainment === | |||
Leone debuted in adult films in 2001 and was an exclusive contract performer with Vivid Entertainment, one of the industry’s largest production companies. Throughout her career, she appeared in 40 films and gained a substantial following. She was the [[Penthouse Pet]] of the month in March 2001 and was later named Penthouse Pet of the Year in 2003. She also worked with other well-known studios, such as Third Degree and Evil Angel, and was awarded several honors in the adult industry, including the [[AVN Award]] for Web Starlet of the Year in 2010. | |||
== | === Transition to Bollywood and Indian Cinema === | ||
In | In 2011, Sunny Leone appeared on the Indian reality show ''Bigg Boss,'' which led to a significant turning point in her career. She quickly gained popularity in India and was offered a role in the Bollywood film ''Jism 2'' (2012), directed by Pooja Bhatt. The film marked her Bollywood debut and established her as a mainstream actress in Indian cinema. Following ''Jism 2,'' she starred in various Bollywood films, including ''Ragini MMS 2'' (2014), which featured the popular song "Baby Doll," a major hit in India. | ||
=== Television and Public Image === | |||
Leone’s popularity extended to Indian television, where she became a prominent figure on shows like ''MTV Splitsvilla'' as a host. Her transition from adult entertainment to Bollywood has made her a unique and influential figure, often covered by Indian media and widely discussed in popular culture. | |||
== Filmography == | == Filmography == | ||
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== In Popular Culture == | |||
Sunny Leone has remained one of the most searched celebrities in India for several years and has broken stereotypes in Indian society regarding sexuality and acceptance. Her journey from adult entertainment to Bollywood has been documented in the 2019 web series ''Karenjit Kaur – The Untold Story of Sunny Leone,'' which received positive reviews for its candid portrayal of her life. | |||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
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* [http://www.sunnyleone.com/ Official website of Sunny Leone] | *[http://www.sunnyleone.com/ Official website of Sunny Leone] | ||
[[Category:Debut 2001]] | [[Category:Debut 2001]] |