Upasana Singh | |
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![]() Singh in 2009 | |
Born | (1975-06-29)29 June 1975 (age 49) Hoshiarpur,Punjab, India |
Nationality | Indian |
Occupations | |
Years active | 1986–present |
Notable work | Comedy Nights with Kapil (2013–2016) |
Spouse |
Upasana Singh (born 29 June 1975[1]) is an Indian actress and stand-up comedian who works inHindi andPunjabi language films.
Singh is known for her role as a deaf-mute in the 1997 filmJudaai.[2] Later on, she got famous for her negative portrayal inSon Pari as Cruella/Kalipari, a dark fairy. Her comedic role as Gangaa in the patriotic sitcom onDoordarshan'sPhir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani and theZee thriller showTamanna House. Later on, she played small roles inPriyadarshan's andDavid Dhawan's films as a regular cast.
She played the character of "Bua" (paternal aunt) in the TV showComedy Nights with Kapil, which got her widespread critical acclaim. She is popular for her onscreen style andPunjabi and funny English dialogue delivery. She has done numerousBollywood films as well as regional cinema such asPunjabi,Bhojpuri,Rajasthani, andGujarati.
She appeared in the 1988 filmBai Chali Sasariye, which was revolutionary for Rajasthani cinema. Since then, she has acted in many regional films and is a known face in thePunjabi,Gujarati, andHindi film industries. She has also done numerous supporting roles for films such asDarr,Jawani Zindabad,Loafer,Judaai,Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon,Mujhse Shaadi Karogi,Aitraaz,Old Is Gold,My Friend Ganesha,Golmaal Returns, andHungama.
Singh is also known for her comic roles in films and television and she has also appeared in many popular series likeRaja Ki Aayegi Baraat,Pari Hoon Main,Maayka,Ye Meri Life Hai,Bani - Ishq Da Kalma andSonpari. Singh became a household name with her stint as Tarawanti onNadaniyaan and the desperate "Bua" (paternal aunt) in the hit TV showComedy Nights with Kapil, particularly for her trademark dialogue "Bittu, Kaun hai ye aadmi?" (Bittu, who is this man?).[3] Singh has also acted in Bollywood comedy movies such asMujhse Shaadi Karogi andGolmaal Returns.[4] In 2015, she played the role of Manjeet inChalk N Duster, alongsideJuhi Chawla,Shabana Azmi and Girish Karnad.[5]
In 2017, Singh bagged a role inJudwaa 2, alongsideVarun Dhawan,Jacqueline Fernandez andTaapsee Pannu.[6]
She has also been a part of the sequel of the popularPunjabi filmCarry On Jatta, which was one of the highest grossing Punjabi films in India. The movie starsGippy Grewal,Sonam Bajwa andJaswinder Bhalla. She is currently playing the role of Panchami (Bebe), Pancham's motherSAB TV's comedy serialJijaji Chhat Per Hain.[7] She returned to television inGangs of Filmistan.
Year | Film | Role | Language | Note |
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1988 | Bai Chali Sasariye | Laxmi | Rajasthani | |
1989 | Paap Ki Saza | Hindi | ||
1990 | Jawani Zindabad | Rosie | Hindi | |
1991 | Subedaar | Punjabi | ||
1991 | Badla Jatti Da | Laali | Punjabi | |
1992 | Main Hoon Geeta | Geeta | Hindi | Lead role |
Ganga Ki Vachan | Ganga | Hindi | ||
Ramwati | Ramwati | Hindi | ||
Sanam Tere Hain Hum | Hindi | |||
Insaaf Ki Devi | Chandramukhi | Hindi | ||
1993 | Aaj Ki Taaqat | Hindi | Lead role | |
Dosti Ki Saugandh | Hindi | |||
Bedardi | Mane sote diya jagay | Hindi | Cameo | |
Khoon Ka Sindoor | Police Inspector Asha Sharma | Hindi | Lead role | |
Darr | Dancer at Marriage ceremony | Hindi | ||
1995 | Ab To Jeene Do | Hindi | ||
Ashique Mastana | Esha | Hindi | ||
1996 | Loafer | Woman flirted with Bhiku | Hindi | |
Bhishma | Bharti Verma | Hindi | ||
1997 | Ganga Maange Khoon | Hindi | ||
Judaai | Vaani | Hindi | ||
Krishna Arjun | Meera | Hindi | ||
Deewana Mastana | Neha's Aunt | Hindi | ||
Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi | Pratap's Girlfriend | Hindi | ||
1998 | Sarbans Dani Guru Gobind Singh | Punjabi | ||
1999 | Sarfarosh | Mala | Hindi | |
2000 | Kothewali | Hindi | ||
Bhai Thakur | Janki | Hindi | ||
Badal | Guler Mehndi's Wife | Hindi | ||
Bidhatar Khela | Shikha | Bengali | Special appearance | |
Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai | Hindi | |||
2002 | Ek Aur Visphot | Mala | Hindi | |
Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya | Kismis Khajoora | Hindi | ||
Angaar -The Fire | Hindi | |||
Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani | Nikki | Hindi | ||
2003 | Talaash: The Hunt Begins... | Herself | Hindi | Cameo |
Hum Hain Pyar Mein | Herself | Hindi | ||
Ishq Vishk | Kamlabai | Hindi | ||
Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon | Secretary | Hindi | ||
Hungama | Dulari | Hindi | ||
2004 | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Mrs. Surya Prakash | Hindi | |
Mysteries Shaque | Paramjeet | Hindi | ||
Aitraaz | Kanchan | Hindi | ||
Hulchul | Mrs. Surya | Hindi | ||
2005 | Naari Ek Khilona? | Janki Madam | Hindi | |
Model - The Beauty | Hindi | |||
Mahiya - Call of Love | Hindi | |||
Jalwa - Fun In Love | Manjit Kaur 'Munnu' | Hindi | ||
Raja Bhai Lagey Raho | Herself | Hindi | Cameo | |
Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! | Mrs. Vishal Sharma | Hindi | ||
2006 | Love In Japan | Barkha Rani | Hindi | |
Chand Ke Paar Chalo | Lajjo | Hindi | ||
Humko Deewana Kar Gaye | Paramjeet G. Ghuggi | Hindi | ||
Aatma | Shanta | Hindi | ||
Iqraar by Chance | Kalawati 'Kal' Talwar | Hindi | ||
Hota Hai Dil Pyaar Mein Paagal | Hindi | |||
2007 | Old Is Gold | Neha | Hindi | |
My Friend Ganesha | Gangu Tai | Hindi | [8] | |
2008 | Mr. Black Mr. White | Sardar's wife | Hindi | |
Don Muthu Swami | Barkha | Hindi | ||
Hastey Hastey | Mrs. Malhotra | Hindi | ||
Good Luck! | Anjali M. Khurana | Hindi | ||
God Tussi Great Ho | Maid | Hindi | ||
My Friend Ganesha 2 | Gangu Tai | Hindi | [9] | |
Golmaal Returns | Lucky's customer | Hindi | Cameo | |
Chak De Phatte | Don Shamsher | Punjabi | ||
Wattanaan Ton Door | Punjabi | |||
2009 | Chal Chala Chal | Chhaya U. Upadhyay | Hindi | |
Ek: The Power of One | Manjeet bua | Hindi | ||
2010 | Idiot Box | T.V. Mirchandani | Hindi | |
2011 | Who Is There Kaun Hain Wahan | Hindi | ||
2012 | Jatt & Juliet | Chhanno Kaur | Punjabi | |
Tension Mat Le yaar | Inspector | Hindi | ||
Bhanvari Ka Jaal | Aunty | Hindi | ||
Love Recipe | Hindi | [10] | ||
2013 | Daddy Cool Munde Fool | Mrs Pappy | Punjabi | |
2014 | Disco Singh | Pammi | Punjabi | |
Taanko Bhid Gayo | PG Aunty | Rajasthani | [11] | |
2015 | Wedding Pullav | Adi's mother | Hindi | |
Control Bhaji Control | Nikki ji | Punjabi | ||
P Se PM Tak | Hindi | |||
Hum Sab Ullu Hain | Kamla Kalyani | Hindi | ||
22g Tussi Ghaint Ho | Gulabo | Punjabi | ||
Myself Pendu | MummyJi | Punjabi | ||
2016 | Chalk n Duster | Manjeet | Hindi | [12] |
2017 | Judwaa 2 | Leela | Hindi | |
2018 | Carry on Jatta 2 | Channo | Punjabi | |
2019 | Ardab Mutiyaran | Punjabi | ||
Jind Jaan | Bhuaa | Punjabi | ||
Naukar Vahuti Da | Simran Sidhu | Punjabi | ||
2021 | Tomchi | Hindi | ||
2022 | Babli Bouncer | Dolly Chaddha | Hindi | |
2022 | Bai Ji Kuttange | Punjabi | Also producer[13] | |
2023 | Hume Toh Loot Liya | Hindi | MX Player film |
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1997–2000 | Jai Hanuman | Mohini | |
1997 | Om Namah Shivay | Mohini | |
2000–2004 | Sonpari | Kaali Pari/Cruella aunty | |
2003 | Lady Inspector: Thrills and spills | Lady Inspector | [14] |
2003–2006 | Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani | Ganga Om Bhushan | |
2004–2005 | Ye Meri Life Hai | ||
2004 | Tamanna House | ||
2007–2009 | Maayka | Lovely Bua | |
2007–2010 | Dill Mill Gayye | Sid's mom | |
2008–2010 | Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat | Bhanumati | |
2008 | Pari Hoon Main | Mamiji | |
2009 | Aashiq Biwi Ka | Radha Devi/Ghost Mother | |
2011–2013 | Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein | ||
2012 | Yeh Zindagi Hai Gulshan | ||
2013–2014 | Bani - Ishq Da Kalma | Buaji | |
2013–2016 | Comedy Nights with Kapil | Pinky Sharma | |
2013–2017 | Nadaniyaan | Taravanti Verma, Nandu and Pappu's mother | Lead role |
2015–2017 | Santoshi Maa | Madhu Pratap Singh | |
2016 | Comedy Nights Live | Pinky Sharma | [15] |
2016–2017 | The Kapil Sharma Show | Twinkle | |
2017 | Nach Baliye 8 | Host | [16] |
2017–2018 | The Drama Company | Various characters | [17] |
2018–2019 | Jijaji Chhat Per Hain | Panchami | [18] |
Chalo Saaf Karein | Episodic role | ||
Kanpur Wale Khuranas | Pramod's sister in law | ||
2020 | Gangs of Filmistan | Various characters | [19] |
2022 | Masoom |