Kanika Mann is a celebrated television actress and model, widely recognized for her portrayal of Guddan in Zee TV’s popular series.
Wiki/Biography
Kanika Mann was born on Thursday, October 7, 1993 (age 30 as of 2023), in Panipat, Haryana. Her zodiac sign is Libra. Following her secondary education, she pursued an LLB at Panjab University in Chandigarh and later completed her Master of Laws there. This strong academic background provides a fascinating contrast to her vibrant career in entertainment.
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Hailing from a Punjabi family, Kanika resided in Panipat with her parents, grandmother, younger sister Simran Mann, and younger brother Abhijeet Mann. She maintains close ties with her family, frequently sharing photos on social media. There have been rumors linking her romantically to her co-star Nishant Malkani, fueled by their frequent appearances together at social events and shared photos online. However, neither has publicly confirmed a relationship.
Career
Kanika’s journey into the spotlight began with her college ramp walks. In 2015, she won the Miss Continental title at Miss India Elite 2015, marking a significant step in her modeling career. This success led to opportunities in Punjabi music videos, including “Roohafza” with Sharry Mann, and films like “Rocky Mental” (2017) and “Daana Paani” (2018).
Her transition to Hindi television began with a role in &TV’s “Badho Bahu” (2016). While she took on smaller roles initially, her breakthrough came with Zee TV’s “Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega” (2018), where she played the lead role and garnered widespread recognition.
Favourite Things
Kanika’s preferences showcase a blend of traditional and modern tastes. Her favorites include:
- Food: Rajma Chawal, Daal Makhani, Samosa
- Actor: Ranbir Kapoor
- Actress: Priyanka Chopra
- Film: Mehndi (1998)
- Singer: Parmish Verma
- Festival: Holi
- Season: Winter
- Animal: Dog
- Destination: Kerala
- Color: Black
- TV Serial: FRIENDS (1994)
- Song: Lamborghini Chalai Jande Ho by The Doorbeen and Ragini Tandan
Facts/Trivia
Here are some interesting facts about Kanika:
- Close friends and family affectionately call her Kannu.
- She enjoys collecting soft toys.
- Her hobbies include reading, traveling, and singing.
- She was honored with the Zee Rishtey Award for Favourite Saas for her role in “Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega” in 2018.
- She has a strong preference for Punjabi music.
- She boasts a large following on TikTok (now known as TikTok).
- Her striking resemblance to Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt is often noted by fans.
Kanika Mann’s Career Milestones
Year | Project | Role/Description |
---|---|---|
2015 | Miss India Elite | Won Miss Continental title |
2016 | Badho Bahu | Early Television Role |
2017 | Rocky Mental | Punjabi Film Role |
2018 | Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega | Lead Role – Breakthrough |
2018 | Zee Rishtey Award | Won Favourite Saas |