Saayoni Ghosh is an Indian actress, playback singer, and politician who currently serves as a Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) representing the Jadavpur constituency in West Bengal. She is also the President of the West Bengal Trinamool Youth Congress — the youth wing of Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress party.
She first became famous as a versatile actress in the Bengali film and television industry, appearing in both critically acclaimed and commercially successful productions. Her transition into politics began in 2021 when she joined the All India Trinamool Congress. Though she lost her first electoral contest, she bounced back spectacularly — winning the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Jadavpur by over 2.5 lakh votes, becoming one of the youngest MPs from West Bengal.
In 2026, she emerged as one of the most visible faces of Trinamool Congress’s campaign in the West Bengal Assembly Elections, drawing massive crowds and generating significant online buzz.
Profile
| Full Name | Saayoni Ghosh (also: Sayani Ghosh) |
| Born | January 27, 1993 |
| Age | 33 years old (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actress; Singer; Politician (Member of Parliament) |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Parents | Father: Samar Ghosh; Mother: Sudipa Ghosh (deceased, January 15, 2024) |
| Relationship | Unmarried |
| Net Worth | Estimated ₹2–4 crore (~$240,000–$480,000) |
Early Life
Saayoni Ghosh was born on January 27, 1993, in Kolkata, West Bengal, into a middle-class Bengali Hindu family. She grew up in a culturally rich environment where art, literature, and music were central to everyday life. Her father, Samar Ghosh, raised her with an appreciation for performance and creative expression. Her mother, Sudipa Ghosh, passed away on January 15, 2024, at the age of 63, after battling long-term respiratory problems — a loss that visibly affected Saayoni, who shared an emotional message on social media following her mother’s passing. From her early years, Saayoni was confident, expressive, and never afraid to speak her mind — traits that later defined her both as an actress and a politician.
Education
Saayoni Ghosh pursued her undergraduate education in Kolkata and received training in performing arts, including acting and singing. She is described as an undergraduate, with her formal education complemented by professional training in the entertainment industry that began when she was a teenager.
Career
Saayoni Ghosh began her career in Bengali cinema in 2010, making her debut with a minor role in the film Natobar Not Out. Her first major telefilm role was in Ichhe Dana. She quickly established herself in the Bengali industry with lead roles in films such as Kanamachi, Antaraal, Ekla Cholo Re, Amar Sahor, Bitnoon, Mayer Biye, and Rajkahini. She also appeared in Raj Chakraborty’s popular daily serial Proloy Asche. She co-hosted the Calcutta Football League for Jalsha Movies in 2013 and 2014. In addition to films and TV, she expanded into web series and OTT content. She joined the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) on February 24, 2021. She lost her first election from Asansol South in the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, losing to BJP’s Agnimitra Paul. She was appointed President of the West Bengal Trinamool Youth Congress in June 2021. In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, she contested from Jadavpur and won with a margin of over 2.5 lakh votes, defeating BJP’s Anirban Ganguli. She now serves as a sitting Member of Parliament and has raised issues on animal husbandry, rural development, and youth concerns in Parliament.
Awards & Nominations
- Multiple Bengali film award nominations for Best Actress in lead roles
- Elected MP from Jadavpur with one of the highest winning margins in West Bengal (2024)
Filmography (Selected)
- Natobar Not Out (2010) — Minor Role
- Kanamachi — Lead Role
- Antaraal — Lead Role
- Ekla Cholo Re — Lead Role
- Amar Sahor — Lead Role
- Bitnoon — Lead Role
- Mayer Biye — Lead Role
- Rajkahini — Supporting Role
- Shotru (Raj Chakraborty) — Supporting Role
- Daily Serial: Proloy Asche (TV) — Lead Character
Social Media
Saayoni Ghosh is highly active on social media. She has over 3.4 million followers on Facebook at her official page (@SaayoniGhoshOfficial) and is active on Instagram (@sayanigh) and X/Twitter (@sayani06). She uses social media extensively for political communication, cultural commentary, and fan engagement.
Personal Life
Saayoni Ghosh is currently unmarried. She describes herself as deeply committed to her political career and to the causes she champions. Her biggest personal controversy involved a 2015 social media post (which resurfaced in 2021) featuring a condom placed on a Shivling. She stated her account had been hacked and issued a public apology. She was arrested by Tripura Police in November 2021 while campaigning for TMC, charged with attempt to murder — charges widely seen as politically motivated by observers. In 2023 and 2024, she was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the West Bengal SSC recruitment scam, but no charges were filed against her. Her mother’s death in January 2024 was a significant personal loss that she openly shared with the public.
Net Worth
Saayoni Ghosh’s estimated net worth is approximately ₹2–4 crore (roughly $240,000–$480,000). Her income comes from acting fees, endorsements, political party salary, and her MP’s salary and allowances.
FAQs
Q: Is Saayoni Ghosh married?
Q: Which constituency does Saayoni Ghosh represent?
Q: What party does Saayoni Ghosh belong to?
Conclusion
Saayoni Ghosh represents a new wave of Indian politicians — young, digitally fluent, artistically accomplished, and politically fearless. Her journey from a Bengali film set to Parliament House is a story of resilience, reinvention, and the power of connecting with ordinary people.