Summary
Esha Gupta is a former beauty queen who transitioned into a versatile entertainment career—spanning Bollywood films, television hosting, and OTT platforms. She's known not only for her cinematic roles but also for her modeling, brand endorsements, environmental activism, and fit‑vegan lifestyle. Her continued presence in high‑profile projects and endorsements reflects her enduring popularity and versatility.
Basic Info & Personal Details
- Full Name: Esha Gupta
- Date of Birth / Age: 28 November 1985 (39 years old as of June 2025)
- Birthplace: New Delhi, India
- Height & Physique: Approximately 5′ 7″ (170 cm); around 55 kg; slim build, brown hair, hazel-brown eyes
Education & Early Life
- Schooling at Blue Bells International School, New Delhi
- Graduated in Mass Communication from Manipal University’s School of Communication
- Received a law scholarship to Newcastle University, but ultimately chose a career in entertainment
- Grew up across Dehradun, Hyderabad, and Delhi due to her father’s Air Force postings
Family & Personal Life
- Father: Retired Air Force officer Omkaar Gupta; Mother: Homemaker Rekha (Lakshmi) Gupta
- Siblings: Sister Neha Gupta (fashion designer) and brother Karan Gupta
- Relationship: Dating Spanish businessman Manuel Campos Guallar.
Pageantry & Early Career
- Competed in Femina Miss India 2007: won Miss Photogenic, placed 3rd, and earned the Miss India International title.
- Represented India at Miss International 2007
- Featured in the Kingfisher Calendar 2010, which opened doors to Bollywood
Acting Career Film Debut & Highlights (2012–2017)
- Jannat 2 (2012): Bollywood debut as Dr. Jhanvi Singh, earning a Filmfare Best Female Debut nomination; box office success
- Raaz 3D (2013): Played Sanjana Krishna; commercially successful and earned mixed reviews
- Chakravyuh (2012): Earned critical praise; the film premiered at London Film Festival
- Other notable films: Humshakals (2014), Rustom (2016) (hit with over ₹210 cr), Commando 2 (2017), Baadshaho (2017)
Further Work & Expansion (2018–present)
- Paltan (2018): Small role as an army officer’s wife
- Total Dhamaal (2019): Cameo in a major comedy that grossed ₹200 cr in 12 days
- One Day: Justice Delivered (2019): Played a DCP; received mixed reviews
- Web series: RejctX S2 (2020), Nakaab (2021), Aashram S3 (2022)
- Upcoming: Hera Pheri 3, Desi Magic, File No. 323
Television & Hosting
- Hosted Nat Geo Super Cars (2012); cameo on C.I.D
- Served as judge on High Fever – Dance Ka Naya Tevar (2018)
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Recognition & Image
- Featured in FHM’s World’s Sexiest 100 (No. 55, 2013)
- Ranked in Times of India’s Most Desirable Women for multiple years: #5 in 2017, #21 (2018), and #32 (2019)
- Actively involved in environmental causes (beach clean-ups, mangrove protection) and women’s education
- Lifestyle: dedicated vegan, fitness and yoga advocate
Net Worth & Endorsements
Estimated net worth: USD 5–8 million (~₹40–60 crore)
- Charges around ₹1–2 crore per film/web series
- Owns properties in Mumbai/Delhi and luxury cars: BMW 5 Series 520d, Skoda Superb
- Brand ambassador for Hazoorilal jewellery, Garnier, Yepme, M&S India, Kohler & more
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