Kapanlagi.com - The name Sumbul Touqeer is becoming more recognized in Indonesia thanks to her role in the IMLIE series (2020) which has been airing on ANTV since March 13, 2023. This young actress from India has managed to capture attention with her extraordinary acting talent and strong emotional expressions.
Behind the scenes, Sumbul Touqeer's personal life and career journey also attract interest. From her debut as a child actress to becoming a finalist in BIGG BOSS Season 16, Sumbul has achieved various accomplishments that deserve appreciation.
Who is Sumbul Touqeer really? What has her career journey been like to reach the success she has today? Here is the complete review.
1. Brief Profile of Sumbul Touqeer

Profile of Sumbul Touqeer. (instagram.com/sumbul_touqeer)
Sumbul Touqeer's real name is Eza Touqeer Khan, and she was born on November 15, 2003, in Katni, Madhya Pradesh, India. She comes from a Muslim family and has shown an interest in the world of acting since she was young.
Raised by her father, Touqeer Hassan Khan, who is a dance choreographer, Sumbul grew up with a love for the arts. Her younger sister, Saniya Touqeer, also follows in her footsteps as an actress. Now, Sumbul is active in the Bollywood entertainment industry and is known as one of the talented young actresses in India.
2. Career Beginnings, Debut as a Child Artist

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Sumbul started her acting career at a young age. Her television debut occurred in 2008 when she played the role of Mehtab, Akbar's niece, in the series JODHA AKBAR.
After that, she continued to land roles in several popular series, such as CHANDRAGUPTA MAURYA (2011) and WAARIS (2016). With her outstanding acting talent, Sumbul increasingly appeared on Indian television and became known as a talented child artist.
3. Career Breakthrough

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The year 2020 became a turning point for Sumbul Touqeer. She got the lead role in the series IMLIE, which subsequently catapulted her name in the Indian entertainment industry.
In this series, Sumbul plays the character Imlie, a village girl who must face various challenges in her life. Her emotional and natural acting has garnered her many fans, not only in India but also in various countries, including Indonesia.
4. Journey into the Film World

Profile of Sumbul Touqeer. (instagram.com/sumbul_touqeer)
In addition to her career in television series, Sumbul has also ventured into the film industry. She made her big screen debut in the film ARTICLE 15 (2019), where she played the role of Amali.
This film became one of the important works in her career, as it raises serious social issues in India. Although her role is not large, Sumbul's presence in the film shows that she has great potential in the Bollywood film industry.
5. Participating in Reality Show BIGG BOSS 16

Profile of Sumbul Touqeer. (instagram.com/sumbul_touqeer)
In 2022, Sumbul surprised her fans by joining the famous reality show BIGG BOSS Season 16. Her participation in this show further increased her popularity among Indian viewers.
In BIGG BOSS, Sumbul showcased a different side of herself that was not widely known to the public. She is known as a shy person but also has a high competitive spirit. Although she did not win, her participation in the show made her even more widely recognized.
6. Achievements and Awards Received
Sumbul has received various awards as recognition for her talent and hard work. Some of them include:
- Best Child Actress from Indian Telly Awards 2019
- TOP 50 Asian Stars of 2022 (Number 44)
- Urban Asian's TOP 30 Women of Television 2022 (Number 2)
- TOP 30 Under 30 Asians 2023 from Eastern Eye (Number 14)
- Youth Icon from The Great Indian Awards 2023
7. Interesting Facts About Sumbul Touqeer
In addition to her brilliant career journey, there are several interesting facts about Sumbul Touqeer that are rarely known to the public:
- Her father, Touqeer Hassan Khan, is a dance choreographer in the Indian television industry.
- Her younger sister, Saniya Touqeer, is also a child actress.
- Her parents divorced when she was 6 years old.
- She graduated from NTCC High School in Mumbai.
- Her nickname is Gungun, and she is known to be a shy person.
That is the profile of Sumbul Touqeer, a young actress from India who is currently popular among the Indonesian public. Stay tuned for more celebrity news. If not now, when?
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.