Sayantika Banerjee is an Indian actress and a member of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) party. She predominantly works in the Bengali entertainment industry. Some of her well-known films are Awara (2012), Kelor Kirti (2016), and Shesh Theke Shuru (2019).
Wiki/Biography
Sayantika Banerjee was born on Tuesday, 12 August 1986 (age 37 years; as of 2023) in Calcutta (now Kolkata), West Bengal, India. Her zodiac sign is Leo. She completed her graduation with a Political Science (Honours) degree from St. Xaviers College (Autonomous), Kolkata.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 7″
Weight (approx.): 60 kg
Hair Colour: Brown (Dyed)
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 33-30-35
Family & Caste
Sayantika Banerjee belongs to Bengali Brahmin family.
Parents & Siblings
Sayantika Banerjee’s father is Guru Prasad Banerjee. He is an International fitness coach and owner of health clubs in Kolkata.
Sayantika Banerjee with her parents
Relationships/Affairs
Sayantika Banerjee dated Joy Kumar Mukherjee for 9 years before parting ways in 2018. Joy Mukherjee is an Indian actor who primarily works in the Bengali entertainment industry. According to sources, Sayantika claimed that Joy used to abuse her when they were in a relationship. In July 2018, Joy Kumar Mukherjee was arrested for physically assaulting Sayantika and her driver while she was on her way home from the gym. ((The Times of India))
Sayantika Banerjee with Joy Mukherjee
Religion/Religious Views
Sayantika Banerjee follows Hinduism. She is a devotee of Lord Jagannath. In an interview, Sayantika talked about following Lord Jagannath and said,
My deity is Lord Jagannath, whom I pray every day right after taking a bath. I thank him for the new day and ask for his guidance; it’s kind of a superstition for me. And whenever I get time, I fly to Puri and visit Jagannath temple. When that’s not possible, I visit the Jagannath temple in Kidderpore.” ((The Times of India))
Address
She resides at H 5/6, Labony Estate, Salt Lake, Kolkata – 700064, West Bengal.
Signature/Autograph
A signature of Sayantika Banerjee
Career
Television
Sayantika Banerjee made her debut as a contestant on television with the dancing reality show Naach Dhoom Macha Ley (2008), which aired on Rupashi Bangla. She became the celebrity judge of the Colors Bangla dancing reality show Bindaas Dance (2015), and Bindaas Dance Season 2 (2017).
Sayantika Banerjee on the poster of the dance show ‘Bindaas Dance’
Film
Sayantika made her debut in the Bengali film industry with the film Ghar Sansar (2010). She played the character of “Millie” in the film.
Sayantika Banerjee in ‘Ghar Sansar’
Some of her other notable films are Awara (2012), Bindaas (2014), Herogiri (2015), Kelor Kirti (2016), Ami Je Ke Tomar (2017), and Shesh Theke Shuru (2019).
Politics
In 2021, Sayantika Banerjee joined the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) party. She was given the ticket to contest for the 2021 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election from Bankura constituency. She lost the election but remained a working member of the Trinamool Congress party.
Sayantika-Banerjee’s campaign during West Bengal election at Bankura (2021)
Controversy
Sayantika Banerjee faces unprofessionalism from Bangladeshi filmmakers
According to sources, in 2023, Sayantika Banerjee while working on the Bangladeshi film Chayabaz reported unprofessional behaviour from the dance choreographer named Michael. He was accused of touching Sayantika inappropriately without her permission. Due to such reasons, Sayantika left the shooting in the middle and returned home to Kolkata. She demanded that she would only return for the shoot if the filmmakers could maintain professionalism. ((The Times of India))
Tattoo(s)
- She got a tattoo inked on her right hand.
Sayantika’s tattoo on her right hand
- She got a tattoo of a “dolphin” inked on the right side of her back.
Sayantika’s tattoo on the right back
Awards
- Bengal Youth Awards – Best Romantic Jodi with Joy for Mone Pore Ajo Shei Din (2012)
- Bengal Youth Awards – Popular Youth Star (Female) for Awara (2013)
- Bengal Youth Awards – Best Actress for Ami Je Ke Tomar (2018)
Sayantika Banerjee holding the Bengal Youth Award
- Mahanayak Samman Award (2023)
Sayantika Banerjee receiving ‘Mahanayak Samman Award’ from Mamata Banerjee
Car Collection
- Sayantika Banerjee owns a Mercedes Benz.
Sayantika Banerjee with her Mercedes Benz
Salary/Income
Sayantika Banerjee’s income in the year 2021 was Rs. 11,15,060. ((MyNeta – Sayantika Banerjee))
Assets & Properties
Movable Assets
- Cash: Rs. 43,127
- Deposit in Banks, Financial Institutions, and Non-Banking Financial Companies: Rs. 36,463
- Motor Vehicles: Rs. 43,56,436
- Jewellery: Rs. 1,23,436
Note: The given estimates of movable assets are according to the year 2021. ((MyNeta – Sayantika Banerjee))
Net Worth
Sayantika Banerjee’s net worth for the year 2021 was estimated to be Rs. 1,62,223. ((MyNeta – Sayantika Banerjee))
Favourites
- Food: Fish, Khichdi, Chocolate
- Cuisine: Thai
- Actor: Shah Rukh Khan, Jeet, Ranveer Singh, Irrfan Khan
- Actress: Koel Mallick, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra
- Colour: Red
- Sport: Cricket
- Cricketer: Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly
Facts/Trivia
- She is the brand ambassador of the team Bengal Tigers in the Celebrity Cricket League and Midnapore Mighties in the Bengal Cricket League.
- She is an avid lover of dogs. She owns a golden retriever and a Coton de Tulear.
Sayantika Banerjee with her dogs
