Mouni Roy, born on September twenty-eighth, nineteen eighty-five, is a prominent Indian actress celebrated for her work in Hindi television and films. She has established herself as one of the highest-paid television actresses in India, gaining widespread recognition for her captivating portrayal of a shape-shifting snake in the hit series Naagin, which aired from two thousand fifteen to two thousand sixteen, and its sequel Naagin 2 from two thousand sixteen to two thousand seventeen.
Roy embarked on her acting journey in two thousand six with the iconic television show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Her talent shone through in various roles, including Sati in Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev and Meera in Junoon – Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq. In two thousand eleven, she made her film debut with Hero Hitler in Love, marking the beginning of her cinematic career.
In two thousand eighteen, Mouni made her Bollywood debut with Gold, earning a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Her performance in the fantasy film Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva in two thousand twenty-two garnered critical acclaim, leading to her winning the IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress and receiving a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress.