Everything You Need to Know About Supriya Pathak’s 40-Year Career in Cinema!
Supriya Pathak Kapur is a titan of Indian cinema and television, whose career spans over four decades of transformative performances. Known for her ability to shift seamlessly from intense dramatic roles to cult-favorite comedy, she remains one of the most respected character actors in the industry.
As of December 2025, she continues to dominate the screen with new releases like Auntypreneur and the upcoming Raid 2.
Biography: The Making of an Icon
Supriya Pathak was born on January 7, 1961, in Mumbai, into
a family deeply rooted in the arts. She is the daughter of the legendary Dina
Pathak, a veteran of Gujarati theater and Hindi cinema.
- Early
Training: A trained Bharatanatyam dancer, Supriya holds a Bachelor’s
degree in Fine Arts from the University of Mumbai’s Nalanda Dance Research
Centre.
- Family:
Her sister is the acclaimed actress Ratna Pathak Shah. Supriya is married
to the legendary actor-director Pankaj Kapur. They have two children,
Sanah Kapur and Ruhaan Kapoor, and she is the stepmother to Bollywood star
Shahid Kapoor.
- The
Debut: She was discovered by Jennifer Kendall (wife of Shashi Kapoor), who
recommended her to Shyam Benegal for the 1981 film Kalyug.
Filmography: A Journey of Versatility
Supriya Pathak’s filmography is a masterclass in range,
categorized by her evolution through different eras of Indian storytelling.
The Art House & Parallel Cinema (1980s)
She became the face of the "New Wave" in Indian
cinema with realistic, grounded performances:
- Kalyug
(1981): Her debut role as Subhadra won her the Filmfare Award for Best
Supporting Actress.
- Bazaar
(1982): A tragic portrayal of the "bride-buying" custom, earning
her a second consecutive Filmfare.
- Masoom
(1983): A classic family drama where she played the empathetic Nirmala.
- Mirch
Masala (1985): A landmark feminist film set in colonial India.
Television & The "Hansa" Phenomenon
In 2002, Supriya’s career took a historic turn with the
sitcom Khichdi. Her portrayal of Hansa Parekh, a lovable, lazy, and
perpetually confused homemaker, became a cultural phenomenon. Her catchphrases
(like "Praful, what is?") and her chemistry with on-screen
husband Rajeev Mehta remain legendary.
Modern Blockbusters & Negative Roles
- Wake
Up Sid (2009): Her role as Ranbir Kapoor’s mother redefined the
"Bollywood Mom" as someone vulnerable and relatable.
- Goliyon
Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013): As the terrifying matriarch Dhankor
Baa, she won her third Filmfare Award, proving she could play a villain
with chilling precision.
- Satyaprem
Ki Katha (2023): A recent hit where she played a progressive mother
dealing with complex family secrets.
Recent Releases & Upcoming Projects (2025–2026)
Even in 2025, Supriya Pathak remains one of the busiest
actors in Mumbai.
- Auntypreneur
(2025): She recently starred in this Gujarati drama as Jasuben, a
65-year-old widow who enters the world of stock trading to save her home.
- Raid
2 (2025): Scheduled for release on May 1, 2025, she joins Ajay Devgn
in this high-stakes thriller.
- Fari
Ek Vaar (2025): A Gujarati family drama released in September 2025.
- Yeh
Prem Mol Liya (2026): Currently under production and expected to hit
screens in early 2026.
Awards and Recognition
Award | Category | Film/Work
Filmfare Award | Best
Supporting Actress | Kalyug (1982)
Filmfare Award | Best Supporting Actress | Bazaar (1983)
Filmfare Award | Best Supporting Actress | Ram-Leela (2014)
Filmfare OTT Award | Best Supporting Actress (Drama) | Tabbar
(2022)
Indian Telly Award | Best Actress in a Comic Role | Khichdi
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