Sumitra Bhave - Actor Profile

Sumitra Bhave

Directing
Freshness: Jan 14, 2026
1Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 12, 1943
Birth Place: Pune, Bombay Presidency, British India

About Sumitra Bhave

Born in Pune, where she also received her early education, on January 12, 1943, Sumitra Bhave was half of a decades long filmmaking partnership with Sunil Sudakhar, who also trained in Pune. The duo made a number of award winning works on social issues, in the Marathi language, since they met in 1985, with the scripts written by Bhave and showing a feminist orientation.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sumitra Bhave reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Sumitra Bhave's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sumitra Bhave remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Disciple, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Sumitra Bhave Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sumitra Bhave's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sumitra Bhave.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 The Disciple Vidushi Sindhubai Jadhav (Maai) Hit Similar →

Sumitra Bhave - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sumitra Bhave?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sumitra Bhave is "The Disciple" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Sumitra Bhave acted in?

Sumitra Bhave has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.