Esha Gupta
Dive into the journey of Indian actress and model Esha Gupta — from winning Miss India International to forging a film and digital career. Explore her biography, filmography, public image, and reflections.
Introduction
Esha Gupta (born November 28, 1985) is an Indian actress, model, and former beauty pageant titleholder, best known for her work in Hindi cinema (Bollywood). Miss India International 2007 and later made her acting debut in 2012 with Jannat 2.
Early Life & Education
Esha Gupta was born in New Delhi, India on 28 November 1985.
Esha spent parts of her childhood moving between cities such as Dehradun, Hyderabad, and Delhi. Mass Communication from the School of Communication at Manipal University, Karnataka.
In 2007, she participated in the Femina Miss India pageant, placing third and winning the Miss India International title, going on to represent India at Miss International 2007.
Acting Career & Filmography
Debut & Early Films
Esha Gupta made her acting debut in Jannat 2 (2012), a crime thriller, alongside Emraan Hashmi.
In the same year, she appeared in Raaz 3D (a horror thriller) and Chakravyuh (a political drama). Raaz 3D was among her early commercial successes.
Subsequent Films & Notable Roles
Over the years, she has featured in a variety of films:
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Gori Tere Pyaar Mein (cameo)
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Humshakals (2014) — her performance received mixed to negative reviews.
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Rustom (2016) — a crime drama in which she played a key role; the film did well at the box office.
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Baadshaho (2017) — an ensemble action-adventure.
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Commando 2 (2017) — she played a supporting / antagonistic role.
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She made her Telugu / Tamil debut with Veedevadu and Yaar Ivan.
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Paltan (2018) — she appeared in a special role.
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Total Dhamaal (2019) — cameo appearance.
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One Day: Justice Delivered (2019) — played DCP Laxmi Rathi in this action thriller.
Television, Web Series & Other Projects
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She was host for Super Cars on National Geographic in 2012.
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In 2018, she was a judge on the dance reality show High Fever — Dance Ka Naya Tevar.
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She moved into the digital space with web series like RejctX (Season 2), Nakaab, and Aashram (season 3).
Public Image, Brand Endorsements & Activities
Esha Gupta has been active beyond films. She endorses brands, participates in modeling work, and supports ecological and social causes.
In 2025, she was appointed as a global talent ambassador for the Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot.
She has also been involved in environmental initiatives like beach cleanups, mangrove conservation, and support for girls’ education.
In recent news, she addressed a publicly reported fallout with filmmaker Sajid Khan, clarifying aspects of their professional relationship.
Additionally, she is reported to be returning in Dhamaal 4, part of the popular comedy franchise, with more prominent screen presence than before.
Personality & Artistic Philosophy
Esha has spoken about how every person she meets shapes her approach to acting, viewing encounters as lessons.
She is also known for being outspoken and candid in media interactions, especially around controversies or professional conflicts.
Notable Quotes
While Esha Gupta does not have a widely circulated canon of quotes, one current reflection captures her mindset:
“Every person you meet shapes you as an actor.”
This speaks to a philosophy of continuous learning and adaptation in her craft.