Rani Mukerji is an Indian actress. Known for her work in Hindi films, Mukerji is one of the country's most popular actresses and has received several awards, including seven Filmfare Awards. Her roles have been cited in the media as a significant departure from previous screen portrayals of Indian women. Although Mukerji was born into the Mukherjee-Samarth family, in which her parents and relatives were members of the Indian film industry, she did not aspire to pursue a career in film.