Sarita Choudhury Biography

Fast Facts

• She is best known for her early role in “Mississippi Masala” and further roles in various art house hits
• Attended Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, studying economics and film
• Though her role in "Mississippi Masala" was extremely well-received, her career didn't kick of immediately and she had to work as a waitress for a while to get by
• Quote: "[on T․V․] "I really like it--the only thing is I can feel a little vulnerable, because the more people get attached to the show the more they feel like they know you and are invested in your character and become almost more critical of you․""
• Quote: "New York allows you to be what you want to be․ You can take your own time here, despite the city being so busy․ You don't have to lose your identity here․"
• Originally didn't want to act on television, but when she saw the quality of cable writing she changed her mind and started to enjoy investing herself in long-running television characters like Mira Berenson on "Homeland․"
• Gained critical acclaim on stage for her role as Frida Kahlo in "The Rise of Dorothy Hale․"
• In her free time, she likes riding her bicycle, attending readings and seeing films and plays
• Loves dancing, one of the things that drew her to the character of Frida in "The Rise of Dorothy Hale․"
• Lived in a variety of countries while growing up with her parents including England, Italy and Jamaica
• Manages stress by going to dance classes, doing yoga and otherwise keeping herself occupied