Wamiqa Gabbi
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| Gabbi in 2024 | |
| Born | 29 September 1993 (age 32) Chandigarh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | St. Xavier’s School, Chandigarh DAV College, Chandigarh |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Known for | Jubilee Khufiya Kali Jotta Grahan |
| Notable works | Jab We Met (2007) Sixteen (2013) Nikka Zaildar 2 (2017) Godha (2017) 83 (2021) Jubilee (2023) Khufiya (2023) |
| Awards | Filmfare OTT Award (Best Supporting Actress) |
| Parents | Govardhan Gabbi (father) |
| Religion | Sikhism |
Wamiqa Gabbi is an Indian actress who performs in films and web series that are made in Punjabi, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam languages. She began her acting career by performing as a child artist in the movie Jab We Met which was released in 2007.
She became well known in Punjabi cinema because of her roles in the movies Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22 and Nikka Zaildar 2 and Kali Jotta. Her work in web series such as Grahan and Mai: A Mother’s Rage and Jubilee brought her critical acclaim.
Her performance in Khufiya earned her a Filmfare OTT Award. She stars in the horror-comedy film Bhooth Bangla (2026) which features Akshay Kumar and Rajpal Yadav.
Early Life & Education
Wamiqa Gabbi was born on 29 September 1993 in Chandigarh, India, into a Punjabi family. Her father Govardhan Gabbi works as a writer who writes in both Hindi and Punjabi languages. She finished her education at St. Xavier's School which is located in Chandigarh before she enrolled in DAV College, Chandigarh to study Arts.[1][2][3][4][5]
Career
Early Work and Expansion (2007–2019)
Wamiqa Gabbi started her acting career at thirteen years old when she played a small character in Jab We Met which was released in 2007 and directed by Imtiaz Ali. She subsequently took on uncredited roles in Love Aaj Kal and Mausam and Bittoo Boss.
Her first lead role came in Sixteen (2013). Although the film was not successful commercially, her performance was appreciated.
She entered Punjabi cinema in the same year through Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22 which became a successful movie at the box office. She continued her career in Punjabi films through her work in Ishq Brandy and Ishq Haazir Hai.
She began her career in South Indian cinema through Bhale Manchi Roju and then made her Tamil debut with Maalai Naerathu Mayakkam.
She played a wrestler in the Malayalam film Godha which she appeared in during 2017. The film achieved success because of her performance which received high praise. The same year, she starred in Nikka Zaildar 2, earning critical recognition.
She established herself as a leading actress in Punjabi cinema through her continuing work in Punjabi films which included her performance in Nikka Zaildar 3 and other projects.
The period from 2020 to the present day shows increased recognition for artists through streaming platforms. Wamiqa Gabbi gained wider recognition through OTT platforms. She appeared in Galwakdi (2020), followed by a supporting role in 83 (2021).
Her breakthrough in digital space came with the web series Grahan, where her performance was widely appreciated. She showed her range of acting skills through her roles in Mai A Mother's Rage and Modern Love Mumbai.
Her performance in the series Jubilee which brought her critical acclaim created a big breakthrough for her in 2023. The same year, she appeared in Khufiya, earning a Filmfare OTT Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also starred in the successful Punjabi film Kali Jotta.
Her film career includes Baby John which she released in 2024. In 2025, she starred in Bhool Chuk Maaf, which performed well commercially.
She co-stars with Akshay Kumar and Rajpal Yadav and Tabu in the upcoming horror-comedy film Bhooth Bangla. The film is expected to be an important project in her Bollywood career.
Apart from this, she has multiple upcoming projects across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam industries, further strengthening her position as a versatile Indian actress.
Notable Works
- Jubilee – Played Niloufer, a breakthrough performance
- Khufiya – Won Filmfare OTT Award (Best Supporting Actress)
- Kali Jotta – Critically acclaimed role as a lawyer
- Grahan – Played Manu in a sensitive love story
- Mai: A Mother's Rage – Emotional and intense performance
- Godha – Popular sports drama role
- Nikka Zaildar 2 – Commercial success
- Bhool Chuk Maaf – Successful fantasy drama
- Bhooth Bangla – Upcoming horror-comedy with Akshay Kumar and Rajpal Yadav
Achievements and Recognition
Wamiqa Gabbi has received significant recognition for her performances across films and digital platforms. She won the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Khufiya and was also nominated for Best Actress (Drama Series) for Jubilee. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades for her exceptional ability to perform in various Indian film industries which include Hindi Punjabi Tamil Malayalam and Telugu. Critics have praised her strong screen presence and impactful performances, especially in OTT projects, which has established her as one of the most promising actresses in the Indian digital entertainment space.
Personal Life
Wamiqa Gabbi was born on 29 September 1993 in Chandigarh, India. She belongs to a Punjabi family. Her father Govardhan Gabbi works as a writer who creates content in both Hindi and Punjabi languages.
She finished her primary education at St. Xavier's School located in Chandigarh before completing her studies at DAV College which is also situated in Chandigarh.
Wamiqa is known for her dedication to acting and her ability to perform diverse roles across different film industries. She keeps her personal life mostly private and focuses strongly on her professional career.
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References
- ↑ Wamiqa Gabbi: This is the First Time I will be Celebrating My Birthday Alone . In News18 . Retrieved 13 April 2026
- ↑ You Won't Believe These 5 Punjabi Actresses Looked Like This Before!!! . In PTC Punjabi . Retrieved 13 April 2026
- ↑ BFFs Wamiqa Gabbi and Mandy Takhar step in for each other . In The Times of India . Retrieved 13 April 2026
- ↑ All about perceptions: Wamiqa Gabbi . In The Hindu . Retrieved 13 April 2026
- ↑ Pollywood: 'I don't make plans, just choose to live in the present,' says Wamiqa Gabbi . In The Indian Express . Retrieved 13 April 2026