Jaya Bhaduri is an Indian politician and actress. Her filmography includes notable works such as Sholay, Silsila, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, and Laaga Chunari Mein Daag. She has also hosted the arts podcast What The Hell Navya and made music contributions, including the popular single Shomoyer Arale. Beyond her entertainment career, Bhaduri has been serving as a member of the Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from the Samajwadi Party since 2004.