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Strongest Entertainer with Social Message
My breakthrough came with 'Krishnaben Khakhrewala'. I’ve always aimed to leave an impact with every role I take on, and Krishnaben earned me numerous awards, even international recognition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated my work in Krishnabenkhakrawala and gave me an example of being strong and encouraging women entrepreneurs at the Ficci Meet that year.

The story behind getting role of Urmila behan
In 2010, while performing in a play by Ugryan Entertainment, a colleague informed me about an audition for the TV serial Saathiya. I auditioned for three characters — Kokila, Hetal, and Urmila — and, after 15 days, was called to sign the contract. At that time, I was unaware of the industry's workings and had no contacts. For me, my work has always spoken for read more

Abhijeet Lahiri: The unsung hero of Indian cinema and television
I was honored to be appointed as the Head of the Acting Department in January 2012. Following this, I was cast in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, where I played a beloved character for five years, earning the moniker of Dada Ji.

Successful Journey Through Bollywood, TV and Business
Soon after, in 2011, I found myself stepping into the world of television with Main Laxmi Tere Aangan Ki. After working on numerous prominent advertisements and music videos, I ventured into the world of Bollywood. Over the years, I have been privileged to work on more than 600 advertisements for top brands such as Sunsilk, Goderage, Tanishq ,Idea and Coca-Cola.
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From village Ramleela to Mumbai's Spotlight
After completing the workshop, I was cast in a lead role in a Pahadi film called "Nat Bhajj." Unfortunately, the movie’s release coincided with the government’s demonetization announcement, and it flopped.

From 3,000 Auditions to the Big Screen
I’ve always wanted to be an actor, for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I would often find myself in front of the mirror, pretending to be a hero in one of the Bollywood movies I grew up watching. But my parents were practical, always urging me to complete my education before chasing my dreams. So, after finishing my B.Tech, I packed my bags and moved to Bombay in 2017 to give acting a shot. And boy, was it a journey!
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