Ratna Pathak, an actress and director recognised for her work in theatre, television, and Bollywood cinema, was born in 1957.

Ratna Pathak Shah is well-known for her work in the theatre, television, and Bollywood cinema. She was born in a Gujarati household on March 18, 1957. Her father's name was Baldev Pathak, and her mother, who was also an actress, was Dina Pathak. Supriya Pathak, a well-known actress, is her sister. Ratna Pathak Shah began her career in Bollywood, appearing in the 1983 film Mandi. Her first breakthrough, however, came in 1987 with the film Mirch Masala. Ratna Pathak Shah has also worked in a Russian play and is a co-founder and active member of the Motley Theatre Group.
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