Bio
- A friend suggested she audition for the Doordarshan TV show Albela Sur Mela, which gave her a first opportunity in television, hosting the show.
- Became a household name in the country after appearing in the lead role in the soap opera Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii (2000-2008).
- Made her debut on the big screen in O re Manwa (2006).
- Won the Best Actor - Female (Jury) award at the Indian Telly Awards in 2012.
- Received the People's Choice Award for best Drama Actress for her portrayal of Priya Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain.
- Along with her co-star in the same series, Ram Kapoor, she was voted Television's most popular onscreen couple by the readers of Indiatoday.com in 2013.
- Got her biggest Bollywood offer in 2016, when she was offered the role opposite Aamir Khan in the movie Dangal. The movie went on the become a blockbuster.
- In 2017, she was the highest paid actress in the television industry.
- Is a sari lover and has a large collection of saris in her wardrobe.
Saakshi TanwarJanuary 12, 1973 (age 51)Mumbai, India
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Bio
- A friend suggested she audition for the Doordarshan TV show Albela Sur Mela, which gave her a first opportunity in television, hosting the show.
- Became a household name in the country after appearing in the lead role in the soap opera Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii (2000-2008).
- Made her debut on the big screen in O re Manwa (2006).
- Won the Best Actor - Female (Jury) award at the Indian Telly Awards in 2012.
- Received the People's Choice Award for best Drama Actress for her portrayal of Priya Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain.
- Along with her co-star in the same series, Ram Kapoor, she was voted Television's most popular onscreen couple by the readers of Indiatoday.com in 2013.
- Got her biggest Bollywood offer in 2016, when she was offered the role opposite Aamir Khan in the movie Dangal. The movie went on the become a blockbuster.
- In 2017, she was the highest paid actress in the television industry.
- Is a sari lover and has a large collection of saris in her wardrobe.
