Last Updated: May 22, 2026, 13:17 IST1 / 8 Veteran actor Supriya Pathak is entering a new phase in her celebrated career with her directorial debut, Our Story, an Indo-Australian film announced at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.
Co-written with her daughter Sanah Kapur, the project reportedly draws from the experiences of three generations of women in the Pathak family, including legendary actor Dina Pathak.
2 / 8 Supriya Pathak was born in Mumbai in 1961 into a family deeply rooted in Indian theatre and cinema.
4 / 8 Supriya Pathak began acting in the early 1980s and quickly became associated with India’s parallel cinema movement.
6 / 8 Over the years, Supriya Pathak balanced television and cinema with remarkable ease.
Last Updated: May 22, 2026, 13:17 IST
1 / 8 Veteran actor Supriya Pathak is entering a new phase in her celebrated career with her directorial debut, Our Story, an Indo-Australian film announced at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. Co-written with her daughter Sanah Kapur, the project reportedly draws from the experiences of three generations of women in the Pathak family, including legendary actor Dina Pathak.
2 / 8 Supriya Pathak was born in Mumbai in 1961 into a family deeply rooted in Indian theatre and cinema. Her mother, Dina Pathak, was one of Gujarati theatre’s most respected names and later became a celebrated film actor known for movies like Golmaal and Khubsoorat. Her father, Baldev Pathak, had his own unique connection to the Hindi film industry. A Punjabi businessman and designer, he reportedly ran a famous tailoring and menswear store near the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Baldev Pathak designed outfits for stars like Rajesh Khanna and Dilip Kumar, including Khanna’s iconic “guru kurtas,” long before celebrity styling became common in Bollywood.
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3 / 8 Supriya grew up in Mumbai’s Parsi Colony alongside her elder sister, actor Ratna Pathak Shah, in an environment shaped by theatre rehearsals, films and artistic discussions.
4 / 8 Supriya Pathak began acting in the early 1980s and quickly became associated with India’s parallel cinema movement. She earned praise for her performances in films like Kalyug, Bazaar and Raakh, where her understated yet emotionally layered acting stood out. Unlike many mainstream stars of the time, Supriya built a reputation for choosing meaningful, character-driven roles that focused more on storytelling than glamour.
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5 / 8 Though she was already respected in film circles, Supriya became a household name with the cult sitcom Khichdi. Her portrayal of the innocent and hilariously confused Hansa Parekh remains one of Indian television’s most iconic comic performances. Her comic timing, expressions and chemistry with the rest of the Parekh family turned the show into a massive fan favourite that continues to enjoy popularity even years later.
6 / 8 Over the years, Supriya Pathak balanced television and cinema with remarkable ease. She received widespread acclaim for playing Dhankor Baa in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, where her intense screen presence became one of the film’s highlights. She later appeared in films like Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi, Shaandaar and Satyaprem Ki Katha, showcasing her versatility across comedy, emotional drama and family stories.
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7 / 8 Supriya Pathak married acclaimed actor Pankaj Kapur in 1988. Together, they are regarded as one of Indian cinema’s most respected acting couples. Their children, Sanah Kapur and Ruhaan Kapur, are also connected to the entertainment world. She also shares a close bond with her stepson, actor Shahid Kapoor, often speaking warmly about their family dynamics in interviews.
