Supriya Pathak Kapur, a talented Indian performer, was born on January 7, 1961, to the renowned on-screen character Dina Pathak, an ethnic Gujarati family. She was one of the most popular and sought-after actresses in Hindi Cinema during the 1980s and 1990s, earning two prestigious Filmfare Awards.
In her early years, Supriya began her career in theatre before making her film debut in 1981 with Kalyug, which garnered her first Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. This was followed by her critically acclaimed performance in Bazaar in 1982, for which she won her second Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Supriya's impressive filmography continued with her appearance in the French film, The Bengali Night, in 1988, as well as the blockbuster Shahenshah, also released in 1988. Her personal life took a significant turn in 1986 when she married Pankaj Kapur, a renowned performer and director, following which she took a hiatus from her acting career.
Supriya made a triumphant return to the small screen in the early 2002 with the comedy TV serial Khichdi, earning the Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Comic Role and receiving widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Hansa Parekh.
In 2013, Supriya was part of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, for which she won her third Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. Throughout her illustrious career, Supriya has consistently demonstrated her exceptional acting skills and versatility, leaving an indelible mark on the Indian film and television industry.
