Priya Bapat is an emerging Indian actress, model and producer. She was born on 18th September 1986 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Priya is best known for her impressive body of work in Marathi and Hindi cinema as well as television. She made her acting debut in 2000 with the biographical film Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Priya gained national recognition through her memorable supporting roles in Munnabhai M.B.B.S. and Lage Raho Munnabhai, where her performances were appreciated for their natural charm.
Her critically acclaimed roles in Marathi cinema include Kaksparsh, a poignant period drama, and the youth-centric Timepass 2, both of which earned her praise from audiences and critics alike. Priya has also been a prominent face on Indian television, appearing in popular serials such as Shubham Karoti, Vicky Ki Taxi, and Abhalmaya, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
In 2009, she played the pivotal role of Shashikala Bhosale in the hit Marathi film Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy. She further expanded her filmography with roles in Andhali Koshimbir, Happy Journey, Vazandar, and Time Please, all of which added to her reputation as one of the most talented actresses in regional cinema.
Priya took on a powerful and layered character as Pournima Rao Gaikwad in the acclaimed web series City of Dreams, marking a strong presence in the digital space. Off-screen, she has partnered with her elder sister, costume designer Shweta Bapat, to launch Sawenchi, a clothing venture aimed at supporting India’s traditional weaver communities. She married fellow actor Umesh Kamat in 2011.
