Is Neena Gupta Pregnant at 66? Actress Claps Back at Trolls (Watch Video)

Veteran actress Neena Gupta has once again captured the internet's attention, but this time for an unusual reason. After a recent public appearance sparked widespread social media speculation about her being pregnant at the age of 66, the National Award-winning star has officially cleared the air. Masaba Gupta Shares Heartwarming Birthday Moment As Neena Gupta Teaches Granddaughter Matara ‘Om’ Chanting; Kareena Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor and Ananya Panday Send Love (View Post).

The rumours began circulating following the high-profile wedding reception of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in Hyderabad. Videos of Gupta posing on the red carpet in an ivory saree went viral, with some netizens claiming to spot a "baby bump" and drawing comparisons to her iconic role in the 2018 film Badhaai Ho.

Neena Gupta Reacts to Viral Pregnancy Rumours

Addressing the chatter with her characteristic candour, Gupta dismissed the claims as a case of social media misunderstanding. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, she humorously referenced her past work while setting the record straight.

"This is all I need, a real-life Badhaai Ho," she joked during the interview. "There is no Badhaai Ho. I am not pregnant."

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Gupta further explained that the perceived "bump" was simply a result of her outfit's construction. She clarified that the saree material was thick, which added unexpected volume to her appearance at the event.

Despite the nature of the trolls, the actress chose to view the situation through a positive lens. "I must say, I love all this speculation about my pregnancy at my age. It shows we are evolving as a nation," she added, highlighting a shift in how society discusses age and motherhood.

A Career Defined by Breaking Norms

The public's fascination with Gupta’s personal life is rooted in her history of defying traditional societal expectations. In the late 1980s, she made headlines for her relationship with cricketer Vivian Richards and her decision to raise her daughter, Masaba Gupta, as a single mother, a move that was considered revolutionary in the Indian film industry at the time. ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ Movie Review: Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s Discount ‘DDLJ’ Romcom Feels Made for Algorithms, Not Fans! (LatestLY Exclusive).

Her 2018 film Badhaai Ho, which depicted a middle-aged woman facing an unplanned pregnancy, revitalised her career and became a cultural touchstone. The recent rumours appeared to be a classic case of life imitating art in the eyes of the digital public.

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