Rakhi Sawant, a multifaceted personality, is a prominent figure in Indian entertainment known for her captivating dance moves, acting skills, and often controversial public appearances. She’s made a name for herself as a Bollywood actress, reality TV star, and even a politician, captivating audiences with her dramatic flair.
Biography/Wiki
Rakhi Sawant, born Neeru Bheda on November 25, 1978 (age 46 as of 2024), hails from Mumbai, Maharashtra. Her educational journey included Goklibai high school in Vile Parle and Mithibai College, where she pursued arts. Growing up in a conservative Hindu family, her aspirations to enter the glamorous world of film faced initial resistance from her parents. Interestingly, at the young age of 10, she worked as a caterer at Tina Ambani’s wedding. A later incident involving a Dandiya dance event led to a clash with her mother, highlighting the friction between her dreams and family expectations. Undeterred, her relentless pursuit of her career ambitions led her to numerous rejections before she ultimately decided to enhance her appearance through cosmetic surgery.
Physical Appearance
Rakhi Sawant possesses striking features: black eyes and black hair. She stands at approximately 5’3″ and weighs around 60 kg.
Family
Parents & Siblings
Born into a Maharashtrian family, Rakhi is the daughter of Anand Sawant, a Mumbai Policeman, and Jaya Bheda. Her mother was married twice; Rakhi is from her first marriage. While initially Hindu, Rakhi later embraced Christianity. Sadly, her mother passed away on January 29, 2023, due to endometrial cancer. She has a brother, film director Rakesh Sawant, and a sister, actress Usha Sawant.
Husband
Rakhi Sawant’s marital journey has been a subject of public interest. She married an NRI named Ritesh in 2019. However, in February 2022, they separated. Later that year, on July 2nd, 2022, she married businessman Adil Khan Durrani, following a Nikah ceremony in May 2022. This union too ended amidst controversy in February 2023, with allegations of infidelity and financial disputes surfacing.
Relationships/Affairs
Before her marriages, Rakhi Sawant was involved in several high-profile relationships. These include a three-year relationship with dancer Abhishek Awasthi, an engagement with Elesh Parujanwala (from *Rakhi Ka Swayamvar*), and a planned marriage with Deepak Kalal that never materialized.
| Relationship | Partner | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term Relationship | Abhishek Awasthi | Three-year relationship, ended publicly |
| Engagement | Elesh Parujanwala | Engagement broken off due to financial reasons |
| Planned Marriage | Deepak Kalal | Marriage called off |
| Marriage | Ritesh | Ended in separation |
| Marriage | Adil Khan Durrani | Ended in separation amid controversy |
Career
Rakhi’s acting debut was in *Agnichakra* (1997) under the name Ruhi Sawant. She gained recognition through item numbers and supporting roles in films like *Joru Ka Ghulam*, *Yeh Raaste Hain Pyaar Ke*, and *Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hai*. Her breakthrough item number was *Mohabbat Hai Mirchi* (2003). She has acted in Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, Odia, Tamil, and Telugu films.
Beyond films, Rakhi Sawant participated in the first season of *Bigg Boss*, reaching the top four. She also featured in shows like *Nach Baliye 3* and *Yeh Hai Jalwa*. She even ventured into singing with the album *Super Girl* (2007) and starred in several popular music videos. Her political aspirations led her to launch the Rashtriya Aam Party (RAP) in 2014, with a short-lived attempt to contest Lok Sabha elections before joining the Republican Party of India.
Controversies
Rakhi Sawant’s career has been punctuated by various controversies. These include a public lip-lock, a molestation case against Mika Singh, a public altercation with Abhishek Awasthi, legal battles stemming from her TV show *Rakhi Ka Insaf*, and several instances involving controversial statements and public appearances. She’s also been embroiled in disputes with Tanushree Dutta and faced legal action for her actions. More recently, allegations of defamation and threats led to a police complaint against her by a close friend.
Car Collection
Rakhi Sawant’s car collection includes a Ford Endeavour and a BMW X6.
Assets/Property
As of a past report, Rakhi Sawant reportedly owned movable assets worth ?3.57 crore and immovable assets worth ?11.12 crore.
Salary & Net Worth
Past reports suggest that Rakhi Sawant’s net worth was around ?14 crore (as of 2014), with a reported monthly income of ?10-12 lakhs (as of 2012).
Favourites
- Hobby: Dancing
- Favorite Song: “Main Tenu Samjhawan Ki”
- Favorite Jewelry: Diamonds
- Favorite Animal: Monkey
- Favorite Restaurant: Delicacy of China (Mumbai)
- Favorite Travel Destination: Switzerland
- Favorite Food: Non-vegetarian, Grilled Chicken, Salad
- Favorite Drinks: Riviera wine, Tea, Coconut water
- Favorite Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh
- Favorite Actresses: Priyanka Chopra, Sonakshi Sinha, Deepika Padukone
Facts
Rakhi Sawant resides in Mumbai. She has a heart-shaped tattoo. She suffered a head injury in a 2016 accident. After marrying Adil Durrani, she briefly used the name Fatima. She has faced health issues, with reports of hospitalization for a heart ailment and uterine tumor. She’s also known for her outspoken nature and controversial pronouncements, including a recent claim to marry a Pakistani actor.
