Poonam Pandey

Poonam Pandey at Riddick premier (cropped)

Poonam Pandey is an Indian model and actress who works primarily in the Bollywood and Telugu film industries. She gained significant media attention in 2011 when she promised to strip for the Indian cricket team if it won the Cricket World Cup. Although the team won, Pandey did not fulfill her promise immediately, citing public disapproval, but later released a video showing her stripping. This incident catapulted her into the limelight and marked the beginning of her career in the entertainment industry.

Early Life

Poonam Pandey was born on March 11, 1991, in Delhi, India. Not much is publicly known about her early life or educational background. She started her career as a model and was one of the top nine contestants in the Gladrags Manhunt and Mega Model Contest.

Career

Poonam Pandey made her acting debut in 2013 with the film Nasha, in which she played the role of a teacher who ends up having a sexual relationship with one of her students. The movie faced criticism for its adult content but brought Pandey into the spotlight as an actress.

Following Nasha, Pandey appeared in a few more films, mostly in the adult genre. She also made her way into the Telugu film industry with the movie Malini & Co.. Besides films, Pandey has been active on social media and has used platforms like Twitter and Instagram to share bold and controversial content, which has often led to public debates about morality and decency in the digital age.

Controversies

Poonam Pandey has been a figure of controversy since her promise to strip for the Indian cricket team. Her frequent posting of explicit content on social media has led to legal issues, including cases filed against her for obscenity. Despite the controversies, Pandey has maintained a significant fan following, with many supporting her right to express herself freely.

Personal Life

Details about Poonam Pandey's personal life are scarce, as she tends to keep her private life away from the media spotlight. However, her relationships and personal affairs have occasionally been the subject of media coverage.

Filmography

• Nasha (2013)
• Malini & Co. (2015)
• Other minor roles and appearances in various films and projects.

In Popular Culture

Poonam Pandey's bold approach to sexuality and her use of social media to gain attention have made her a subject of discussion in debates about the impact of the internet on Indian society, particularly concerning the representation of women and the boundaries of acceptable public behavior.

See Also

• Bollywood
• Social media in India
• Controversy and censorship in Indian cinema