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Shefali Shah

Shefali Shah is an Indian actress known for work in Hindi films, television, and streaming series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Shefali Shah is an Indian actress known for work in Hindi films, television, and streaming series. She has received major honors including the National Film Award and has been recognized for performances in films such as Satya, Gandhi, My Father, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Darlings. Her career spans multiple decades and media formats, with international reach including audiences in Canada.

Early life and background

Shefali Shah was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on 22 May 1972. Her birth name is Shefali Shetty. She began her career before becoming widely known in Hindi-language screen work.

Career

Shefali Shah has acted across film, television, and streaming projects. Her breakthrough recognition came with the 1998 film Satya, for which she won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress. Later notable screen credits include Gandhi, My Father, Dil Dhadakne Do, Human, Delhi Crime, and Darlings.

Awards and recognition

Shefali Shah won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for The Last Lear in 2007. Her honors also include a Filmfare Critics Award and an Asian Academy Creative Award, among other industry recognitions.

Personal life

Shefali Shah has been married to filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah. She was previously married to actor Harsh Chhaya.

Selected filmography

Frequently cited works include Satya, Monsoon Wedding, Waqt: The Race Against Time, The Last Lear, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Darlings.

Key facts

  • Shefali Shah is an Indian actress whose career spans films, television, and web series.
  • She was born on 22 May 1972 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
  • Her breakthrough recognition came with the 1998 film Satya, for which she won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress.
  • She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for The Last Lear in 2007.
  • She has been married to filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah; she was previously married to actor Harsh Chhaya.
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Canadian context

Shefali Shah is relevant to Canadian readers through the international circulation of Indian films and streaming series, many of which are available to audiences in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Shefali Shah?
Shefali Shah is an Indian actress known for work in Hindi films, television, and web series.
When was Shefali Shah born?
She was born on 22 May 1972.
What is Shefali Shah known for?
She is known for performances in Satya, Gandhi, My Father, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Darlings.
What awards has Shefali Shah won?
Her awards include the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress.
Who is Shefali Shah married to?
Shefali Shah is married to filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah.
What is Shefali Shah’s birth name?
Her birth name is Shefali Shetty.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0156858/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, birth name, marriage, notable works, and awards overview.
  2. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/120430?language=en-US
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career milestones, Satya recognition, The Last Lear award, and spouse information.
  3. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/shefali-shah/2123
    Supports: Career summary, notable films, and later streaming credits.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shefali_Shah_filmography
    Supports: General career scope across film, television, web series, and theatre.