Roopa Ganguly (born 25 November 1966) is an Indian actress, playback singer and politician. She is best known for her rendition of Draupadi in B R Chopra's hit television series Mahabharat (1988). Often promoted as the Bengali Film Industry's answer to Bollywood's Shabana Azmi, she is known for her versatility and accent adaptation. She worked with directors such as Mrinal Sen, Aparna Sen, Goutam Ghose and Rituparno Ghosh. She is a trained Rabindra Sangeet vocalist and a classical dancer. She received several awards including a National Award and two BFJA Awards. In October, 2015, she was nominated as a Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, by the President of India. She served as the President of BJP Mahila Morcha in West Bengal. She served as the General Secretary and the Vice President for the West Bengal Motion Picture Artistes' Forum, a body representing cine artistes.
Roopa Ganguly (born 25 November 1966) is an Indian actress, playback singer and politician. She is best known for her rendition of Draupadi in B R Chopra's hit television series Mahabharat (1988). Often promoted as the Bengali Film Industry's answer to Bollywood's Shabana Azmi, she is known for her versatility and accent adaptation. She worked with directors such as Mrinal Sen, Aparna Sen, Goutam Ghose and Rituparno Ghosh. She is a trained Rabindra Sangeet vocalist and a classical dancer. She received several awards including a National Award and two BFJA Awards. In October, 2015, she was nominated as a Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, by the President of India. She served as the President of BJP Mahila Morcha in West Bengal. She served as the General Secretary and the Vice President for the West Bengal Motion Picture Artistes' Forum, a body representing cine artistes.
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Filmography (Movies)
Raghu Dakat
Character:Dakat Ma
Release Date:25/09/2025
Arshinagar
Character:Tayyab's mother
Release Date:25/12/2015
Onyo Opalaa
Character:Opalaa
Release Date:27/11/2015
Aro Ekbar
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Release Date:18/09/2015
Natoker Moto: Like a Play
Character:Kheya's mother
Release Date:20/08/2015
Gurudakshina
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Release Date:19/03/2015
NayanChampar Dinratri
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Release Date:28/11/2014
Punascha
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Release Date:08/08/2014
Aashbo Aarek Din
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Release Date:24/10/2013
Namte Namte
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Release Date:02/02/2013
Dutta Vs Dutta
Character:Runu
Release Date:23/11/2012
Na Hannyate
Character:Jui
Release Date:16/11/2012
Barfi!
Character:Shruti's mother
Release Date:13/09/2012
Hemlock Society
Character:Niharika Basu
Release Date:21/06/2012
Mayabazaar
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Release Date:27/01/2012
Abosheshey
Character:Suchismita
Release Date:01/12/2011
Jaani Dekha Hobe
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Release Date:25/11/2011
Nobel Chor
Character:Diya
Release Date:28/07/2011
Rehmat Ali
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Release Date:25/02/2010
Piyali's Password
Character:Piyali Ray
Release Date:27/11/2009
Luck
Character:Special appearance
Release Date:24/07/2009
Crossroads of Love
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Release Date:17/04/2009
The Understudy
Character:
Release Date:27/03/2009
Khela
Character:Renu
Release Date:09/07/2008
Bidhatar Lekha
Character:Shubho's mother
Release Date:06/12/2007
Chaurahen
Character:Mrs Bose
Release Date:06/10/2007
Jara Bristite Bhijechhilo
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Release Date:08/06/2007
Antarmahal
Character:Zamindar's wife
Release Date:28/10/2005
A Fistful of Tales
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Release Date:01/09/2005
Nagordola
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Release Date:15/06/2005
Empty Canvas
Character:Sharmishtha
Release Date:15/04/2005
Critical Encounter
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Release Date:07/01/2005
Mayer Raja
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Release Date:06/01/2005
Bow Barracks Forever!
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Release Date:01/12/2004
Krishna Cottage
Character:Nun
Release Date:30/07/2004
Mahulbanir Sereng
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Release Date:13/02/2004
In the Forest... Again
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Release Date:03/05/2003
Dekha
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Release Date:01/04/2001
Bastir Meye Radha
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Release Date:30/06/2000
Bariwali
Character:Sudeshna Mitra
Release Date:16/02/2000
Yugant
Character:Anasuya
Release Date:01/01/1995
Janani
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Release Date:05/07/1994
Rajar Raja
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Release Date:08/01/1994
The Padma Boatman
Character:Kopila
Release Date:12/06/1993
Prithibir Sesh Station
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Release Date:19/02/1993
Nishchaiy
Character:Vidya
Release Date:17/07/1992
Police Matthu Dada
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Release Date:20/12/1991
Inspector Dhanush
Character:
Release Date:20/12/1991
Naa Ille Naa Swargam
Character:Krishna wife
Release Date:05/12/1991
Saugandh
Character:Rajha
Release Date:25/01/1991
Sadharan Meye
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Release Date:04/01/1991
Bahaar Aane Tak
Character:Rama
Release Date:07/12/1990
Pyar Ka Devta
Character:Shardha Kumar
Release Date:01/01/1990
Suddenly, One Day
Character:Seema Roy
Release Date:14/09/1989
Toofan
Character:
Release Date:06/01/1989
Kamla Ki Maut
Character:Geeta
Release Date:01/01/1989
The Crossing
Character:
Release Date:14/09/1984
Television Appearances
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