Shefali Shah, born Shetty on May 22, 1972, is a talented Indian actress renowned for her impactful performances in Bollywood cinema. She embarked on her acting journey with a minor role in the 1995 film *Rangeela*, quickly followed by a noteworthy supporting role in the critically acclaimed crime drama *Satya*. Her portrayal in *Satya* garnered widespread recognition, earning her the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress and a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 44th Filmfare Awards. She continued to impress audiences with her role in the family drama *Waqt: The Race Against Time* (2005), which also earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.
In 2007, Shah's career reached new heights when she won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in *The Last Lear*. She further established her versatility with her performance in the 2015 dramedy *Dil Dhadakne Do*, earning multiple nominations for Best Supporting Actress and winning the Screen Award for Best Ensemble Cast alongside the main cast.
On the personal front, Shefali was first married to television actor Harsh Chhaya. Following their divorce, she found love again and married director Vipul Amrutlal Shah, with whom she has two sons.
