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Indraneil Sengupta Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 4, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth8 September 1974

Age49 Years

BirthplaceAhmedabad, India

ProfessionModel, Actor

NationalityIndian

Marital statusDivorced

SpouseBarkha Bisht Sengupta (m. 2008; div. 2023)

FamilyDaughter - Meera Sengupta

Indraneil Sengupta Biography

Indraneil Sengupta is an Indian model-turned-actor from Ahmedabad who built a career across television, Hindi and Bengali cinema, and advertising. Known on

Early life and background

Indraneil Sengupta was born on 8 September 1974 in Ahmedabad, India. Raised in his hometown, he later moved to Mumbai to pursue work in entertainment after completing his education. He is Indian by nationality and his zodiac sign is Virgo.

Physical presence and interests

Sengupta began his public career as a model; his frame and looks helped him transition into acting and commercial work. He stands about 180 cm (5'11") and his listed weight is approximately 80 kg. His hair is black and his eyes are dark brown. He has spoken about enjoying travel and spending time with family as leisure pursuits.

Career

Indraneil started in modelling and gained attention through contests and commercial assignments. Early in his career he was a finalist in the Gladrags Manhunt and Megamodel Contest in 1999. That exposure led to work in television, film, music videos and advertising.

On television he became known for roles in serial dramas, including Pyaar Ke Do Naam: Ek Raadha, Ek Shyaam, Banoo Main Teri Dulhann, Babul Ki Bitiya Chali Doli Saja Ke, Maayka, Tumhari Paakhi and Devi. He also took part in reality television; in 2007 he competed in Nach Baliye Season 3 as a wild card contestant alongside his then-wife.

In film, his Bollywood debut came with Shukriya: Till Death Do Us Apart in 2004. He later appeared in Bengali cinema, debuting in Jodi Ekdin in 2010. His body of work spans both Hindi and Bengali projects and includes supporting and character roles.

Beyond screen acting, Sengupta appeared in music videos for established singers and featured in high-profile commercials for brands such as Tata Indigo Marina, VIP Frenchie and Aquafina.

Awards and recognition

Sengupta received industry recognition during his career. In 2008 he won an ITA Award as Idea Glamour Face of the Year Male. In 2014 he was awarded a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (Bengali) for his role in Mishawr Rawhoshyo.

Public profile

Personal life details that are part of the public record include his marriage to actress Barkha Bisht in March 2008 and their later divorce. The couple had a daughter named Meera. Publicly available profiles list his marital status as divorced. Additional personal details beyond these items are not included here.

Latest updates

As of the compiled information, Sengupta’s career remains defined by his crossover work in television and regional cinema, his early modelling background, and appearances in commercial campaigns and music videos. He continues to be recognized for both his television roles and his contributions to Bengali films.

Selected trivia

He has appeared in music videos for songs such as Pal Pal Teri Yaad and Koi Diya Jale Kahin. He is reported to enjoy foods including daab chingri and beguni, counts Salman Khan among his favorite actors, and lists cricket as a favored sport.
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Recent Work

Jodi Ekdin

Bengali film debut

2010
Shukriya: Till Death Do Us Apart

Bollywood film debut

2004
Pyaar Ke Do Naam: Ek Raadha, Ek Shyaam

Television debut

2006
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Career Highlights

  1. Finalist, Gladrags Manhunt and Megamodel Contest (1999)
  2. ITA Award — Idea Glamour Face of the Year Male (2008)
  3. Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (Bengali) for Mishawr Rawhoshyo (2014)
  4. Notable TV roles in Pyaar Ke Do Naam, Banoo Main Teri Dulhann, Maayka and others
  5. Appeared in commercials for Tata Indigo Marina, VIP Frenchie and Aquafina
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Indraneil Sengupta born?

8 September 1974

What is Indraneil Sengupta known for?

Model, Actor

What is Indraneil Sengupta’s marital status?

Divorced

Who is Indraneil Sengupta married to?

Barkha Bisht Sengupta (m. 2008; div. 2023)