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Mouni Roy

Mouni Roy is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi television and films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mouni Roy is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi television and films. She is best known for her roles in *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*, *Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev*, and *Naagin*, and has received multiple television and film award nominations and wins.

Early life and education

Mouni Roy was born in Cooch Behar, West Bengal, and sources identify her as Bengali. Biographical listings say she studied at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Baburhat and later studied mass communication in Delhi.

Television career

Roy’s acting career is commonly described as beginning with *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*, after which she appeared in other television roles. Her major breakthrough came with *Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev* and *Naagin*.

Film career

After establishing herself on television, Roy moved into Hindi films. Sources list her in projects such as *Gold*, *Romeo Akbar Walter*, *Made in China*, *London Confidential*, *Velle*, and *Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva*.

Recognition

Roy has been described as one of India’s highest-paid television actresses. Her work has been recognized with awards and nominations, including an IIFA Award, two ITA Awards, and two Filmfare nominations.

Key facts

  • Mouni Roy is an Indian actress known for Hindi television and film roles.
  • She gained fame for playing a shape-shifting snake in *Naagin* and *Naagin 2*.
  • Her television career began with *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*.
  • She has acted in films such as *Gold* and *Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva*.
  • She is considered one of the highest-paid television actresses in India.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mouni Roy?
Mouni Roy is an Indian actress known mainly for work in Hindi television and films.
What is Mouni Roy best known for?
She is best known for *Naagin* and *Naagin 2*, as well as earlier television roles such as *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*.
When was Mouni Roy born?
She was born on 28 September 1985.
Where is Mouni Roy from?
She was born in Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India.
Has Mouni Roy worked in films?
Yes. Reported film credits include *Gold*, *Romeo Akbar Walter*, *Made in China*, *London Confidential*, *Velle*, and *Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mouni_Roy
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, main career areas, major roles, awards, and recognition.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4655028/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, early life, education, and television debut details.
  3. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/mouni-roy/19534
    Supports: Television and film credits including *Gold*, *Romeo Akbar Walter*, and *Brahmastra*.
  4. FilmiBeat — https://www.filmibeat.com/celebs/mouni-roy/biography.html
    Supports: Acting background, Kathak training, and film debut summary.