The Indian TV industry has seen the contribution of regional talents, with Gujarati artists in particular being a large part. What is great about the Gujarati artists is that they are very versatile, dedicated, and also very much rooted in culture, which they bring to mainstream Hindi serials and OTT platforms.
The top 5 Gujarati artists are:
1 Supriya Pathak
Supriya Pathak has been the face of Gujarati art in the TV industry, for which she is very much an icon. With a career that has spanned many a decade, she is known for her great comic touch and also for her lively acting. She broke through with the character of Hansa Parekh in the show Khichdi, which made her a household name, and that role, which is still very much loved by fans, is a part of Indian TV’s rich heritage. In 2025, Supriya is also doing what it takes to inspire the new crop of actors with her ability to portray humor, warmth, and relatability. Also in the film and OTT space, she has a foot that makes her relevant to fans across generations.
2. Ratna Pathak Shah
Ratna Pathak Shah, sister of Supriya, is another great from Gujarat to have success in the world of entertainment. In Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, in which she played Maya Sarabhai, she set new bars for what sophisticated comedy could be on Indian TV. From stage to screen, what sets her apart is her ability to bring out great depth and subtlety in each character. In recent years, she has been a part of web series and family dramas that look at modern issues. In 2025, Ratna is still very much at the forefront in her advocacy for women to play meaningful roles in TV, and in turn, her own performances continue to be a fine blend of humor, intelligence, and emotion.
3. Neil Bhatta
From a Gujarati background, Neil Bhatt is what the young set of TV actors do very well, making a huge impact. In shows like Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin and Diya Aur Baati Hum, which he is known for, Neil is also known for his ability to play many types of characters, from hero to very gray characters. His dance and performance art background gives him what it takes, which adds to his screen presence. In 2025, we see Neil still very much a mainstay on TV, also very much an inspiration to young Gujarati actors to go after that big-time success.
4. Manas K. Shah
Manas Shah is an actor from Ahmedabad who has built a steady career in both the Hindi and Gujarati entertainment industries. He began his journey in TV serials like Hamari Devrani, which went on to include runs in very popular shows such as Yeh Hai Chahatein and Amita Ka Amit. What makes him stand out is his ability to balance Gujarati TV and cinema with Hindi TV roles. In 2025, Manas is a symbol of adaptability, which presents how regional talent can do well on the national stage yet stay true to their culture.
5. Puja Joshi
For big names among Gujarati actresses, PujaJoshi is one of them. In the regional and Hindi serials, she has given tremendous performances. Her journey began from the Gujarati TV world and slowly moved up to the Hindi drama world. Known for her very natural acting and expressions on screen, Puja is among the new students of Gujarati talent converging into mainstream entertainment. As of 2025, Puja remains an up-and-coming star working to represent the wider Gujarati culture and Indian storytelling.
Extra Insights: Talent in Gujarat 2025
Strong Theatre Foundation: Most Gujarati actors have a theater-level training imparting great depth and authenticity to their acting. That training historically remains an asset in TV and OTT projects.
Crossover Success: Gujarati artists have no single language or medium to which they stick. They jump between Gujarati serials, Hindi daily soap operas, web series, and also feature in films in which they display their adaptability.
Changing Female Roles: Actresses such as Ratna Pathak Shah and Puja Joshi present a shift in female roles, which is to say we see beyond the stereotypical and more complex independent characters.
Cultural Influence: Gujarati culture, the arts of it, and heritage also play a large part in what we see on screen, which in turn helps audiences connect to their roots on the screen.
Inspiration for Newcomers: These 5 artists’ success stories motivate young Gujarati actors to go into TV, which in turn proves that regional identity does put forward material for national recognition.
Conclusion
In 2025, Gujarati artists will continue to put out great work in the Indian TV industry with their talent, versatility, and cultural touch. From the greats like Supriya and Ratna Pathak, who are included in the comedy and family drama genres, to the young talent of today like Neil Bhatt, Manas Shah, and Puja Joshi, what is redefining what roles should be in a modern context, we see Gujarati actors to be very much at home in the forefront of Indian TV. Also, thesesuccess stories of individuals point out how regional culture does, in fact, very well on the national stage.
