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2019–present
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor (born 18 September 1993) is an American actress who primarily works in Hindi films. Kapoor made her film debut with Guilty (2020) for which she received a Filmfare OTT Awards nomination. She made her web debut with Netflix's series Ray (2021).[1]
Early life
Kapoor was born on 18 September 1993, in Mumbai[2][3] Her parents are Shashi Ranjan, an actor/director from FTII and the Publisher of GR8 Magazine, and Anu Ranjan, the Founder of The Indian Television Academy. She has an elder sister named Anushka Ranjan, who is also an actress.[4]
After completing her schooling from Jamnabai Narsee School, Akansha pursued an acting diploma from Whistling Woods.[5] Kapoor is an American citizen and voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 US elections.[6][7][8]
Career
Kapoor started her career in 2019 with the television fashion series, TLC's Decoded. She next appeared in the music video Tere Do Naina alongside Aparshakti Khurana.[9]
In 2020, she made her film debut with the Netflix film Guilty where she was seen as a rape victim. She received Best Supporting Actor (Female) nomination for her performance.[10]
Kapoor next made her web debut with the 2021 Netflix series Ray, where she was seen opposite Harshvardhan Kapoor.[11] She next appeared in the music video "Hum Hi Hum The" alongside Aashim Gulati.[12] Kapoor next appeared alongside Rajkummar Rao, Radhika Apte and Huma Qureshi in Monica, O My Darling.[13][14]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Guilty | Tanu Kumar | Hindi | [15] | |
| 2022 | Monica, O My Darling | Nikki Adhikari | [16] | ||
| 2024 | Jigra | Flight attendant | Cameo appearance | ||
| 2026 | Template:Pending film | Template:TableTBA | Tamil Telugu |
Completed | [17] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Decoded | Herself | [18] | |
| 2021 | Ray | Anuya | Segment: "Spotlight" | [19] |
| 2025 | Gram Chikitsalay | Dr. Gargi |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Singer(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Tere Do Naina | Ankit Tiwari | [20] |
| 2022 | Hum Hi Hum The | Bandish Vaz | [21] |
| 2023 | Dastoor | Jasleen Royal | [22] |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Filmfare OTT Awards | Best Supporting Actress - Web Original Film | Guilty | Template:Nom | [23] |
| Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Debut Actress of the Year -OTT | Template:Won | [24] |
References
- ↑ 'My dream role is Kangana Ranaut's character in Queen,' reveals Akansha Ranjan Kapoor(6 June 2022).
- ↑ Alia Bhatt wishes best friend Akansha Ranjan Kapoor on birthday, shares throwback pic from Maldives(18 September 2021).
- ↑ Celebrities brim with love on Akansha Ranjan Kapoor's birthday(18 September 2021).
- ↑ Meet glam sisters Anushka Ranjan and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor. NDTV. Retrieved 2 July 2022.
- ↑ Exclusive: Akansha Ranjan Kapoor on her early life, debut Guilty, her bond with Alia Bhatt and more…. Retrieved 2 July 2022.
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, who shares a close bond with Alia Bhatt, votes for the US Presidential election; internet is confused over her citizenship. The Times of India(2024-11-06). Retrieved 2024-11-06.
- ↑ This India-based actress voted in US presidential election, internet surprised to learn she's an American citizen. Hindustan Times(2024-11-06).
- ↑ 2024 US Elections: Who is the Mumbai based actress, Alia Bhatt's friend — an American citizen, who cast her vote?. Mint(2024-11-06).
- ↑ ALIA BHATT'S BESTIE AKANSHA RANJAN KAPOOR MAKES ACTING DEBUT WITH APARSHAKTI KHURANA. Retrieved 20 May 2019.
- ↑ Guilty movie review: Netflix and Dharmatic present a flawed but important take on the #MeToo movement. Firstpost(7 March 2020). Retrieved 20 March 2020.
- ↑ Ray trailer: Netflix's new anthology promises a thrilling, engaging ride, Farzeen, Sana. The Indian Express(9 June 2021).
- ↑ Hum Hi Hum The: Starring Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and Aashim Gulati is out now(3 June 2022).Template:Dead link
- ↑ Nextflix shares first look of Radhika Apte, Huma, Rajkummar from Monica, O My Darling. India Today(28 July 2021). Retrieved 28 July 2021.
- ↑ Monica, O My Darling: Netflix announces its upcoming thriller with ensemble cast; directed by Vasan Bala(28 July 2021).
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor on response to debut film Guilty: 'Nobody has told me it is a very bold character'(18 March 2020).
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor is on a high, to star in Vasan Bala's Monica, O My Darling. Retrieved 3 July 2022.
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor to play the leading lady of Sundeep Kishan in MaayaOne(9 December 2023). Retrieved 10 December 2023.
- ↑ Alia Bhatt's bestie Akansha Ranjan set for her small screen debut(9 April 2019). Retrieved 19 April 2019.
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor is on a high. Retrieved 10 August 2021.
- ↑ 'Tere Do Naina' Sung By Ankit Tiwari; featuring Aparshakti Khurana and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor. The Times of India. Retrieved 9 May 2022.
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Aashim Gulati star in new music video 'Hum Hi Hum The'. India TV(31 May 2022). Retrieved 31 May 2022.
- ↑ Akansha Ranjan Kapoor talks about playing Neena Gupta's daughter in 'Dastoor'. Outlook India(21 December 2023). Retrieved 21 December 2023.
- ↑ Nominations for the Flyx Filmfare OTT Awards 2020. Filmfare(16 December 2020). Retrieved 12 December 2021.
- ↑ ITA Awards 2022: Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, Nia Sharma, Rashami Desai & Others Attend. news.abplive.com. ABP News Network Private Limited(7 March 2022). Retrieved 2 May 2022.