Rashami Desai, a prominent figure in Indian entertainment, is an actress, model, and dancer celebrated for her versatile roles and captivating personality. This comprehensive biography delves into her life, career, and personal journey.
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Rashami Desai was born on Thursday, February 13, 1986 (age 37 as of 2023), in Nagaon, Assam. Her family originates from Gujarat. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius. She lost her father at a young age, impacting her childhood significantly. She completed her schooling at Mumbai’s JB Khot Primary School and pursued a diploma at Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. Interestingly, her first acting opportunity arose while she was still a diploma student.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 3″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Husband
Rashami Desai hails from a Gujarati Hindu family. Her father was Ajay Desai, and her mother, Rasila Desai, is a teacher. She has a younger brother, Gaurav Desai. Rashami married her Uttaran co-star, Nandish Sandhu, on February 12, 2012, in Dholpur. Their marriage, however, ended in divorce in 2015, following a period of reported marital difficulties and a miscarriage.
Career
Rashami’s acting career began in 2002 with a cameo in the Assamese film “Kanyadaan.” She then appeared in Hindi and Bhojpuri films, including “Yeh Lamhe Judaai Ke,” “Balma Bada Naadan,” and “Dabangg 2.” Her television debut was in 2006 with “Raavan,” followed by lead roles in serials like “Pari Hoon Main.” Her breakthrough role came in 2009 as Tapasya in “Uttaran,” which brought her widespread recognition. She’s also participated in numerous reality shows, including “Nach Baliye 7,” “Bigg Boss 13,” and various dance and comedy competitions. Her film credits also include “Superstar,” her Gujarati film debut.
Controversies
Rashami’s personal life has been subject to media scrutiny. Her relationship with Nandish Sandhu was marked by public disputes and conflicting accounts of events, including a miscarriage and allegations of disrespect.
Awards
Rashami has received several accolades for her acting prowess, notably for her role in “Uttaran” and “Dil Se Dil Tak.” These awards include:
| Award | Year | Show |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress in Negative Role Popular | 2010 | Uttaran |
| Indian Telly Award for Most Popular Negative Actor Female | 2010 | Uttaran |
| Boroplus Gold Award for Best Actress in Negative Role | 2010, 2011 | Uttaran |
| BIG Star Entertainment Award for Best Television Actor Female | 2010 | Uttaran |
| Apsara Award for Best Negative Actress | 2011 | Uttaran |
| BIG Television Award for BIG Namkeen Character Female Fiction | 2011 | Uttaran |
| Colors Golden Petal Award for Best Onscreen Jodi with Siddharth Shukla | 2017 | Dil Se Dil Tak |
Salary
In 2014, Rashami reportedly earned approximately Rs. 55,000 per episode for her role in “Uttaran.” Her earnings have likely increased significantly since then, particularly considering her participation in high-profile reality shows like “Bigg Boss 13,” where she commanded a substantial fee.
Favourite Things
- Food: Pizza
- Beverage: Coffee
- Actor: Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan
- Actresses: Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt
- Films: Mother India (1957), Andaz Apna Apna (1994), Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999)
- Colour: White
- Politician: Narendra Modi
Facts
Rashami’s hobbies include dancing (she’s a trained classical dancer), driving, travelling, swimming, and watching news channels. She is known to enjoy listening to Indian classical music. Her birth name is Divya Desai; she later adopted the name Rashami based on numerological advice. She has a lotus flower tattoo on her right ankle. She’s a pet lover and owns a dog named Oreo. She considers her mother her inspiration and is a devotee of Lord Ganesha. She has also publicly shared her experience with Psoriasis.
