Sumitra Bhave - Actor Profile

Sumitra Bhave

Directing
Updated: Apr 15, 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.

Sumitra Bhave Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sumitra Bhave reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Sumitra Bhave's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Sumitra Bhave's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Disciple, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sumitra Bhave Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Sumitra Bhave has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

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.

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