Vaishnavi Mahant is a well-known Indian actress celebrated for her roles in both film and television. Her career spans decades, showcasing her versatility and talent.

Wiki/Biography

Vaishnavi Mahant Macdonald was born on Monday, September 9, 1974 (age 47 as of 2021), in Madhya Pradesh, India. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. She completed her education in Hyderabad.

Family & Caste

Parents & Siblings: She was born to a Hindu father and a Christian mother. She embraced Christianity in the early 1990s.

She has a younger sister, Anu Mehta. Their family background reflects a blend of cultural and religious influences.

Relationships, Husband & Children

Vaishnavi is happily married to Leslie Macdonald. Together, they have a daughter, Margaret Macdonald. The family enjoys a close and loving relationship.

Career

Her acting journey began at the young age of eight. Her debut role was in the Ramsay Brothers’ horror-thriller, Veerana (1988), where she played young Jasmin.

She transitioned into various Bollywood films, including notable appearances in Laadla (1994), Bambai Ka Babu (1996), Barsaat Ki Raat (1998), Maa Exchange (2011), and Dosti Ke Side Effects (2019).

Her role as Geeta Vishwas in the popular television series Shaktimaan (1997) on Doordarshan brought her widespread recognition. This role remains a significant milestone in her career.

Beyond Shaktimaan, she has also starred in numerous other Hindi television serials. These include:

• Saturday Suspense (1998)
• Naagin (1999)
• Chingari (2001)
• Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008)
• Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke (2012)
• Divya Drishti (2019)

Her consistent presence across diverse projects highlights her dedication and talent within the industry.

Favourite Things

Here are some of her preferences:

Facts/Trivia

• She aspired to be a scientist during her school years.
• Reading books and listening to music are among her hobbies.
• An animal lover, she has a pet Husky dog.