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Deepti Naval
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- Born 3 February 1952
- Place of Birth Amritsar
- Occupation Actor, Film Director, Poet, Writer
- Spouse Prakash Jha (1985; 2002)
- Education Hunter College
- Years active 1978-present
- Other names Dipti Naval
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- Goldfish,
- Chashme Buddoor
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ABOUT Deepti Naval
Deepti Naval: A Pioneer of Parallel Cinema Deepti Naval, born February 3, 1952, stands as a pioneering figure in Hindi cinema, particularly renowned for her contributions to art films. Her career, marked by a sensitivity towards portraying the evolving roles of Indian women, has garnered significant critical acclaim. A trailblazer, she holds the distinction of being the first Indian-American actress to grace the Hindi film industry. Naval’s career showcases a remarkable dedication to portraying realistic and relatable characters. While a comprehensive list of her filmography is beyond the scope of this brief overview, iconic roles in films that explored the complexities of women's lives cemented her reputation. These performances often focused on the nuances of relationships and societal pressures faced by women in India. Further details on specific films and their impact would require a more extensive analysis. Beyond acting, Naval's talents extend to direction and writing, showcasing her multifaceted presence in the cinematic arts. While specific recent achievements necessitate further research, her enduring legacy rests upon her contributions to parallel cinema and her impactful portrayal of evolving female characters. Her pioneering spirit continues to inspire.
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DEEPTI NAVAL NEWS
Expert reflects on Deepti Naval’s battle with depression after her marriage with Prakash Jha ended: ‘When you hit rock bottom, you are the only one that can pull yourself from that pit’
September 12, 2025 3:22 pm
“When I got married, Bollywood still ran on the same principle that said if a heroine gets married, her career is over,” revealed the actor
Deepti Naval opens up on divorce with Prakash Jha, says she went into depression: 'I would sit in the garage for hours at end...'
August 24, 2025 10:00 am
Actor Deepti Naval opens up about her marriage with director Prakash Jha, and how their separation effected her personally and the nature of their relationship today.
Bollywood star who worked with Rishi Kapoor, Shabana Azmi was arrested for trying to enter an ashram, has been missing for 20 years despite Rishi trying to find him
June 19, 2025 6:47 pm
Karz and Arth actor Raj Kiran went missing in the early 2000s after he moved to the US. He was facing some mental health issues but after his move to the US, his family did not stay in touch with him.
Deepti Naval recalls meeting 'man of music' Raj Kapoor, being devastated when he died: 'I was the only woman at his last rites'
December 18, 2024 8:03 am
Actor Deepti Naval reminisces about her first meeting with Raj Kapoor, describing him as approachable and eager to share his life experiences with her during her college days.
Goldfish review: Kalki Koechlin-Deepti Naval film is about remembrance, forgetting and the power of love
September 01, 2023 6:44 am
Goldfish movie review: A thought-provoking two-hander between Kalki Koechlin and Deepti Naval, this film leaves us with these thorny questions, and the welcome possibility of redemption.
Deepti Naval doesn’t want to be remembered for her ‘lighthearted’ films; calls working on Goldfish ‘a cathartic experience’
August 25, 2023 2:39 pm
Actor Deepti Naval, who'll be next seen in Goldfish, opens up about being "shy about approaching people" and asking for work.
Goldfish trailer: Kalki Koechlin and Deepti Naval star in a heart wrenching mother-daughter story
August 08, 2023 6:15 pm
Kalki Koechlin and Deepti Naval star in Goldfish, a mother-daughter story about love and memory. The film releases in theatres on August 25.
Acting my first love but passionate about writing: Deepti Naval
April 07, 2023 1:29 pm
Deepti Naval shared that she believed one needed a sense of urgency or compulsion to complete their writing.
A millennial watches Chashme Buddoor: Farooq Sheikh’s rom-com reminds you of simpler times, but hasn't aged well
March 25, 2023 7:43 am
On Farooq Sheikh's 75th birth anniversary, we decided to revisit his 1981 classic Chashme Buddoor, co-starring Deepti Naval, Rakesh Bedi and Ravi Baswani.
Farooq Sheikh and Deepti Naval's Saath Saath has two privileged people romanticising poverty
March 04, 2023 11:11 am
Saath Saath wears a garb of progressiveness because it looks down on capitalism and pretends to be the story of the hard working middle-class.
