Neena Gupta’s surprising academic past: She topped NSD, earned a master’s in Sanskrit, and almost got a PhD

Neena Gupta’s journey reveals an impressive blend of intellectual discipline and artistic pursuit. Before her acting career, she excelled academically with a Master’s in Sanskrit and studies towards a PhD. Her time at the National School of Drama, enhanced by her academic background, shaped her into a celebrated actor, showcasing the enduring power of education in shaping artistic expression.