Vidya Balan

Acting

Vidya Balan

Born

1978-01-01 (48)

Place of birth

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Known for

Acting

Credits

63 titles

Vidya Balan (born January 1, 1979) is an Indian actress who works predominantly in Hindi cinema. After appearing in the television sitcom *Hum Paanch* (1995) and the Bengali independent film *Bhalo Theko* (2003), she made her Hindi feature debut in the musical drama *Parineeta* (2005), winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Her subsequent releases included *Lage Raho Munna Bhai* (2006), *Guru* (2007), and the psychological comedy thriller *Bhool Bhulaiyaa* (2007). Balan earned the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for the comedy drama *Paa* (2009), followed by the black comedy *Ishqiya* (2010), for which she won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress. For her portrayal of Silk…

Known for

Film credits

2020s · 11 titles

Jailer 2 poster
7.7

When a dangerous syndicate expands its reach to threaten his family's peace, retired jailer Tiger Muthuvel Pandian goes undercover as a driver. Operating from the shadows, he takes on ruthless new enemies to protect his home.

Jailer 2

2026

Raja Shivaji poster
5.9

Chronicles the rise of young Shivaji Bhonsale, who challenged the might of established empires to found the Maratha kingdom and lay the groundwork for 'Swarajya' (self-rule) during a turbulent period of Indian history.

Raja Shivaji

2026

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 poster
5.4

Rooh Baba ventures into a haunted mansion in the kingdom of Raktaghat in West Bengal, where he confronts two vengeful spirits, both asserting to be Manjulika.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

2024

No artwork available
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Mauja Hi Mauja

2026

Shakuntala Devi poster
6.5

Based on the life of Shakuntala Devi who is a well-known mathematical genius and calculating progidy from India. She has been nicknamed 'Human Computer' because of her extraordinary talent and skill in solving complex mathematical problems without any mechanical aid.

Shakuntala Devi

2020

Jalsa poster
6.3

A hit and run of an 18-year-old girl becomes the hub of a wheel that sets into motion many a spoke - a journalist, a raging mother, a cop and a system all caught in an ethical dilemma. Questions are raised only to realize that the truth is rarely pure and never simple.

Jalsa

2022

Sherni poster
6.2

A jaded forest officer leads a team of trackers and locals intending to capture an unsettled tigress while battling intense obstacles and pressures, both natural and man-made.

Sherni

2021

Neeyat poster
5.1

When an exiled billionaire mysteriously dies at his birthday party at a Scottish castle, the prime suspects are his close family and friends, each with a motive to kill him.​ CBI officer Mira Rao must use all her skill to unravel the mystery where nothing is what it seems and everyone hides a secret or two.

Neeyat

2023

Do Aur Do Pyaar poster
5.3

Kavya and Ani are a married couple. They live together, but are estranged from one another. They are both having long-standing extramarital affairs—she with Vikram and he with Nora.

Do Aur Do Pyaar

2024

Natkhat poster
4.8

One evening, seven-year-old Sonu casually alludes to a ghastly act that he committed in school. Horrified and determined to correct his course, his doting mother Surekha decides that she won’t let him go down the same path as the other machismo-obsessed men in his family. Through her bedtime stories, she teaches Sonu the true virtue of equality.

Natkhat

2020

The Last Tenant poster
NR

A broken musician seeks refuge in an abandoned house before leaving the country. There, memory, music and longing begin to blur. And nothing goes the way he expected.

The Last Tenant

2026

2010s · 24 titles

Bombay Talkies poster
6.3

One hundred years of Hindi cinema is celebrated in four short stories showcasing the power of film.

Bombay Talkies

2013

The Dirty Picture poster
6.1

After running away from home in search of movie stardom, a village girl rises to become a prominent sex symbol.

The Dirty Picture

2011

Dum Maaro Dum poster
5.6

ACP Vishnu is sent on a mission to investigate and clean the underbelly of Goa. During his investigation, he uncovers a huge racket and discovers the involvement of various politicians.

Dum Maaro Dum

2011

Kahaani poster
7.2

Pregnant and alone in the city of Kolkata, a woman begins a relentless search for her missing husband, only to find that nothing is what it seems.

Kahaani

2012

Te3n poster
6.9

A grandfather, police officer and a priest join hands to investigate and find a missing child.

Te3n

2016

Shaadi Ke Side Effects poster
5.3

An easy-going man ensures that the spark in his marriage stays strong by always apologizing and opting for the path of least conflict in his relationship. When his wife becomes pregnant and wishes to have the baby, he does not offer resistance, but is also not ready to be a father. How will their relationship evolve?

Shaadi Ke Side Effects

2014

Mission Mangal poster
6.6

A team of Indian scientists at ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) take on the extraordinary task of successfully sending a satellite into the orbit of planet Mars in a country's maiden attempt.

Mission Mangal

2019

No One Killed Jessica poster
6.8

The true story of model Jessica Lall who was shot dead in a restaurant and the campaign to bring her killer to justice.

No One Killed Jessica

2011

Hamari Adhuri Kahani poster
6.2

A single mother finds solace with a wealthy, but lonely hotel magnate, together they find love until her past comes back to confront her.

Hamari Adhuri Kahani

2015

N.T.R: Kathanayakudu poster
5.1

Based on the journey of the legendary Telugu actor, filmmaker and ex-Chief Minister Late Taraka Rama Rao Nandamuri.

N.T.R: Kathanayakudu

2019

Mahabharat poster
6.8

Mahabharat is considered as the greatest and the longest epic in world literature It has all the possible elements that a story could have - conflict, duty, sacrifice, heroism, truth, justice, romance, adventure, fantasy and relationships - making it truly an all-encompassing fascinating saga.

Mahabharat

2013

Tumhari Sulu poster
6.5

A happy-go-lucky Mumbai suburban housewife Sulochana, fondly known as Sulu, lands the role of a night RJ, resulting in drastic changes to her routine life.

Tumhari Sulu

2017

Thank You poster
5.1

Three married womanisers cheat on their wives. In order to catch them red-handed, their sceptic wives enlist a detective who specialises in investigating extramarital relationships.

Thank You

2011

Ishqiya poster
6.5

While on the run from goons, a man and his nephew fall for a kidnapper's seductive widow.

Ishqiya

2010

Begum Jaan poster
5.6

On the eve of Independence, the chairman of the Border Commission, Sir Cyril Radcliffe decides to divide India and Pakistan into equitable halves. What the administration doesn’t account for is the line running through the middle of Begum Jaan’s brothel situated plonk on the border; with one half falling in India and the other in Pakistan.

Begum Jaan

2017

Bobby Jasoos poster
5.5

A film that celebrates the aspiration of Bobby, who wants to become the number one detective in the old city area of Hyderabad.

Bobby Jasoos

2014

Ferrari Ki Sawaari poster
5.9

A little boy thinks of nothing but cricket. His father, Rusy, thinks of nothing but his little boy. To fulfill his sons dream of playing at Lords cricket ground, the honest and upright Rusy takes a reckless step. He borrows a gleaming red Ferrari. Just for one hour. The only trouble-- he doesnt inform the cars legendary owner. A wild, breathless, bumpy ride begins. A naive Rusy must dodge bullets and bouncers for one unforgettable night, and play the role of a perfect father. Can he do it? Ferrari Ki Sawaari is a fun-filled story of small guys and their big dreams and how these dreams turn into a mad comedy of errors. Fasten your seatbelts. The joyride awaits

Ferrari Ki Sawaari

2012

Urumi poster
7.0

A young man who discovers his ancestral connection to a 16th century warrior who sought revenge against Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama. Blending history and legend, the story traces a rebellion fueled by betrayal, courage, and the fight against colonial conquest.

Urumi

2011

Ghanchakkar poster
5.0

A safe cracker claims he has lost his memory when two criminals come calling for their cut of the bank heist loot.

Ghanchakkar

2013

Kahaani 2 poster
6.6

Vidya Sinha has only one obsession in life. She wants to see her teenage daughter Mini, who is paralysed waist-downwards, walk again. But, is this scenario as obvious as it seems? Or is Vidya an impersonator of Durga Rani Singh from Kalimpong, who is wanted for kidnapping and murder?

Kahaani 2

2016

N.T.R: Mahanayakudu poster
4.3

A follow up to NTR: Kathanayakudu which was based on N.T. Rama Rao's life and acting career. This movie focuses on his political career.

N.T.R: Mahanayakudu

2019

Nerkonda Paarvai poster
6.9

When three young women are harassed and implicated in a crime they didn't commit, a bipolar lawyer sets out to help them clear their names and prove it to everyone that a woman's consent matters.

Nerkonda Paarvai

2019

Amoli poster
6.0

In India, a child goes missing every 8 minutes. Where do these children go? What happens to them? This is not just a story of one missing child. This is the reality of our nation. And yet, we sit in silence.

Amoli

2018

Ekk Albela poster
7.6

The journey of Bhagwan Dada. A common man who rose to the top and became a legend in Indian Cinema.

Ekk Albela

2016

2000s · 12 titles

Om Shanti Om poster
7.1

In the early 70s, aspiring actor Om Prakash Makhija, and a famous starlet Shantipriya, are murdered. Thirty years later, his reincarnation Om Kapoor sets out to discover the mystery of their demise.

Om Shanti Om

2007

Guru poster
6.9

A villager, Gurukant Desai, arrives in Bombay in 1958, and rises from its streets to become the biggest tycoon in India.

Guru

2007

Heyy Babyy poster
5.9

Three womanisers find a baby left at their doorstep. Chaos ensues as they try to contact their former girlfriends to determine who is the father amongst them.

Heyy Babyy

2007

Lage Raho Munna Bhai poster
7.3

Lovable goon Munna falls for a morning radio host by the name of Jahnvi, who also runs an elders' home which an unscrupulous builder seeks to attain. In order to gain Jahnvi’s attention, he cheats his way to winning a Mahatma Gandhi radio quiz. When Jahnvi consequently expresses interest in Munna, he and his best friend Circuit attempt to keep up the facade.

Lage Raho Munna Bhai

2006

Parineeta poster
6.5

Childhood sweethearts Lalita and Shekhar wish to get married someday. However, Shekhar's growing suspicions about Lalita coupled with his conniving father's antics threaten to tear them apart.

Parineeta

2005

Bhool Bhulaiyaa poster
6.8

NRI Siddharth Chaturvedi and his wife Avni return to Siddharth's family's ancestral Varanasi palace while disregarding warnings of a curse and paranormal phenomena. Soon enough, inexplicable events begin occuring, which forces Siddharth to consult the eccentric psychiatrist Aditya Shrivastav to help solve the mystery.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa

2007

Salaam-e-Ishq poster
4.9

Six couples who do not know each other are brought together by destiny, fate and love

Salaam-e-Ishq

2007

Paa poster
6.4

Auro suffers from a progeria like syndrome. Mentally he is 13 but physically he looks 5 times older. In spite of his condition, Auro is a very happy boy. He lives with his mother Vidya, who is a gynaecologist. Amol is young, progressive politician. He is a man with a mission. Auro is Amol's son. Paa is a 'rare' story about a father-son, son-father relationship.

Paa

2009

Halla Bol poster
4.9

Ashfaque (Ajay Devgan) is a small town boy aspiring to be a film star in the Hindi film industry. He joins a street theatre group run by a reformed dacoit Sidhu (Pankaj Kapur) who uses street theatre as a medium to bring about an awakening in the masses. Ashfaque struggles to give a creative vent to the actor in him in order to realize his dreams.

Halla Bol

2008

Kismat Konnection poster
4.8

Raj Malhotra is a luckless architect who seeks success but in vain. He bumps into a social activist named Priya. Raj finds out that Priya is a lucky charm for him but unfortunately she is protecting the community center for which he aims to win the contract of demolishing for a brand new shopping mall.

Kismat Konnection

2008

Eklavya: The Royal Guard poster
6.0

As the kingdom of Devigarh comes apart at the seams, an aging bodyguard attempts to protect the Royal Family, as well as keep its darkest secrets from ever coming to light.

Eklavya: The Royal Guard

2007

Bhalo Theko poster
6.5

Anandi is left all alone as her family disintegrates and even her boyfriend goes abroad and marries another girl. However, she forgets all her sorrows and accepts every situation of life.

Bhalo Theko

2003

Series credits

The Kapil Sharma Show poster
7.0

Kapil Sharma is back with his gang - Bindu, Chandan and 'mohalle ki dhoban' Gudiya. In tow is a new character, Maski, along with Goli, Roopmati and more! Enjoy guaranteed laughter with Kapil and his antics as different celebrities join in.

The Kapil Sharma Show

2016

Comedy Nights with Kapil poster
6.8

Comedy Nights with Kapil is a comedy show which provides a distinctive take on the everyday life of a common man as the show explores the story of every household and how our common man Kapil is affected by the simplest issues in life around him.

Comedy Nights with Kapil

2013

Koffee with Karan poster
5.9

Koffee with Karan is an Indian talk show hosted by filmmaker and television personality Karan Johar and produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, the digital content division of Johar's production company Dharma Productions

Koffee with Karan

2004

Kaun Banega Crorepati poster
6.6

Hosted by India's biggest superstar, Amitabh Bachchan, one of the biggest shows is here to entertain millions, change lives and make dreams come true.

Kaun Banega Crorepati

2000

The Great Indian Kapil Show poster
7.1

Comedian Kapil Sharma hosts this laugh-out-loud variety talk show with celebrity guests, hilarious antics and his signature supporting cast.

The Great Indian Kapil Show

2024

Hum Paanch poster
5.4

Hum Paanch is the story of a middle-class white-collar worker, Anand Mathur, who always finds himself in trouble because of his five daughters — Meenakshi, Radhika, Sweety, Kajal, and Chhoti. The three elder daughters are Anand and his first wife's children. The last two are Anand and Bina's daughters. To make matters worse, his first wife is deceased but "haunts" him by speaking to him through her large wall-mounted portrait—usually to nag him or offer sarcastic advice. Living in a chaotic household with his second wife, Bina, Anand tries to maintain order while his daughters hatch various schemes, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and situational comedy.

Hum Paanch

1995

MasterChef India poster
5.6

Indian version of the competitive cooking reality series.

MasterChef India

2010

Son of Abish poster
6.8

Son Of Abish is a variety comedy talk show with host Abish Mathew.

Son of Abish

2014

The Anupam Kher Show poster
7.3

The show starts with Anupam Kher welcoming everyone on the show. Anupam Kher then welcomes Bollywood actress Kajol on the show. Kajol then open her heart out highlighting her fears, likes and dislikes. Later, a member of the audience is asked to come on the stage for a Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta moment. Watch the show to know the likes, dislikes and fears of Kajol.

The Anupam Kher Show

2014

Aap Ki Adalat poster
5.0

The host invites various personalities who must defend themselves in light of their recent controversies and against the accusations levied on them by the public.

Aap Ki Adalat

1992

Superstar Singer poster
3.0

Join us in the journey of finding the Superstar Singer - Singing Ka Kal.

Superstar Singer

2019

Rising Star poster
5.0

Rising Star is an Indian version of the international franchise series Rising Star. It is a reality television singing competition. The program format lets viewers vote for contestants live via the television channel's mobile app. This is the first reality television show in India which involves live audience voting.

Rising Star

2017

Yaaron Ki Baraat poster
6.7

No synopsis available yet.

Yaaron Ki Baraat

2016

Jailer 2- Super Show poster
NR

Get ready for the ultimate mass entertainer! Jailer 2 Super Show is coming exclusively on Sun NXT from October 9th.

Jailer 2- Super Show

2026

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah poster
6.1

Inspired by the famous Gujarati column Duniya Ne Undha Chasma by Taarak Mehta, this show captures the everyday life in Gokuldham Co-operative Society, addressing socially relevant issues with humor. At its heart is Jethalal, an uneducated Gujarati businessman, who often seeks guidance from his wise neighbor and friend, Taarak Mehta. Jethalal lives with his naive yet lovable wife Daya Ben and their mischievous son Tapu, whose antics frequently disrupt the peace of the society. The members often warn Jethalal to control Tapu or face eviction. In desperation, he calls his father, Champaklal, from the village, hoping he’ll instill discipline in Tapu. Instead, the grandfather-grandson duo teams up, creating even more chaos and turning Jethalal’s life into a comedic roller coaster. The show blends family dynamics, friendship, and neighborhood bonds with a dose of satire and laughter.

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah

2008

Behind the camera