Actor
Neena Gupta
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Delhi, India
Years Active
1982 – Present
Neena Gupta Biography
Neena Gupta Basic Information
- Full Name: Neena Gupta
- Profession: Actress, Director, Producer, Television Personality
- Date of Birth: 4 June 1959
- Age: 66 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Education
- School: Lawrence School, Sanawar
- College: Miranda House, University of Delhi
- Acting Training: National School of Drama (NSD), Delhi
Physical Appearance
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 65 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family Background
- Father: R.N. Gupta
- Mother: Shakuntala Gupta
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband: Vivek Mehra (Chartered Accountant, married in 2008)
- Daughter: Masaba Gupta (Fashion Designer)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1982 | Debuted in Bollywood with the film Saath Saath |
| 1983 | Appeared in the cult classic Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron |
| 1983 | Gained recognition for role in Mandi |
| 1984 | Noticed for performance in historical film Utsav |
| 1988 | Critically appreciated role in Rihaee |
| 1989 | Appeared in popular film Batwara |
| 1990 | Played important role in family drama Swarg |
| 1992 | Acted in Malayalam film Vasthuhara |
| 1993 | Featured in blockbuster film Khalnayak |
| 1994 | Critically acclaimed film Woh Chokri |
| 1998 | Created and starred in successful TV series Saans |
| 2004 | Appeared in TV show Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin |
| 2005 | Played key role in TV serial Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar |
| 2015 | Returned to films with thriller Alone |
| 2018 | Major career comeback with blockbuster Badhaai Ho |
| 2018 | Appeared in films Mulk and Veere Di Wedding |
| 2019 | Acted in Netflix film Music Teacher |
| 2020 | Played Manju Devi in hit web series Panchayat |
| 2020 | Appeared in film Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan |
| 2021 | Featured in Netflix film Sardar Ka Grandson |
| 2021 | Appeared in sports biopic 83 |
| 2022 | Starred in films Goodbye and Uunchai |
| 2023 | Appeared in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway |
| 2023 | Featured in Netflix anthology Lust Stories 2 |
| 2024 | Appeared in film Kaagaz 2 |
| 2025 | Featured in upcoming film Metro… In Dino |
| 2026 | Set to appear in sequel Vadh 2 |
Recent Activity
- As of March 2026, actress Neena Gupta addressed and debunked viral rumors claiming that she was pregnant at the age of 66.
- The rumors started after photos from a wedding reception circulated online, where her appearance in a thick saree created a misleading visual impression.
- Neena Gupta responded to the speculation with humor, joking that it would be like a “real-life Badhaai Ho”, referencing her popular 2018 film about late pregnancy.
- She clarified that the rumors were completely false and resulted from a misunderstanding caused by the way the saree was draped.
- The actress reassured fans that there was no truth to the pregnancy speculation.
- Despite the viral rumors, Neena Gupta continues to stay active in the entertainment industry.
- She is currently involved in new projects, including the upcoming film Vadh 2.
- Her ongoing work highlights her continued presence and relevance in Indian cinema even in her 60s.
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Best First Non-Feature Film of a Director | National Film Awards | Bazar Sitaram | Won |
| 1994 | Best Supporting Actress | National Film Awards | Woh Chokri | Won |
| 1999 | Best Actress (Television) | Screen Awards | Saans | Won |
| 2019 | Best Supporting Actress | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Mulk | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Badhaai Ho | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress (Critics) | Screen Awards | Badhaai Ho | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actor (Female) | Lions Gold Awards | Badhaai Ho | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actress (Critics) | Zee Cine Awards | Badhaai Ho | Nominated |
| 2019 | Extraordinary Couple of the Year | Zee Cine Awards | Badhaai Ho | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actress | Filmfare Awards | Badhaai Ho | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Badhaai Ho | Won |
| 2020 | Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series | Filmfare OTT Awards | Panchayat Season 1 | Won |
| 2021 | Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series | Filmfare OTT Awards | Masaba Masaba | Nominated |
| 2021 | Best Supporting Actress | Filmfare Awards | Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Supporting Actress | Filmfare Awards | Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series | Filmfare OTT Awards | Panchayat Season 2 | Won |
| 2023 | Best Actress (Critics) | Filmfare Awards | Vadh | Nominated |
| 2024 | Best Supporting Actress | National Film Awards | Uunchai | Won |
About Neena Gupta
Neena Gupta is an Indian actress, director, and television personality known for her work in Bollywood films, TV serials, and web series.
Her daughter is Masaba Gupta, a famous Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur.
The 2018 film Badhaai Ho brought her massive recognition and awards.
She is married to Vivek Mehra, a chartered accountant based in Delhi.
Her role as Manju Devi in the web series Panchayat gained huge popularity.