Rasika Sunil Dabhadgaonkar is a multifaceted talent, excelling as a Marathi actress, model, and classical singer. Her breakout role as the compelling ‘Shanaya’ in Zee Marathi’s “Mazhya Navryachi Bayko” propelled her into the spotlight.
Wiki/Biography
Born on August 3, 1992, in Akola, Maharashtra, Rasika’s zodiac sign is Leo. She completed her primary and secondary education in Dombivili, followed by senior secondary schooling at Penderkhar College. Her higher education journey led her to BMM College in Mumbai, where she pursued a degree in Mass Media.
Beyond academics, Rasika is a trained classical dancer with a Bharatnatyam diploma and a Sangeet Visharad in Indian classical music. Her involvement in acting workshops during college sparked a passion for theatre, leading to participation in various competitions like Youth Festivals and Rajya Natya Spardhas, eventually culminating in commercial plays.
Physical Appearance
Here’s a summary of Rasika’s physical attributes:
- Height: 5′ 5″
- Weight: 53 Kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
Family & Caste
Rasika hails from a Hindu family. Her father is a Chartered Accountant, and her mother’s name is Manisha. She also has a younger brother, affectionately called “AC” by her.
Career
Rasika’s acting journey began with commercial plays. A significant milestone was winning first prize in the 52nd Natya Spardha for her performance in ‘Love Aaj Kal’. Her television debut came through the “Lux Jhakas Heroine Contest” on 9X TV. In 2016, she secured the memorable role of ‘Shanaya’ in the popular Marathi serial “Mazhya Navryachi Bayko”.
Her film career includes a Lavani performance in “Kashyala Lavato Naat” for the Marathi film “Poshter Girl,” and a role as a young girl in “Bus Stop.”
Favourite Things
Let’s take a peek into Rasika’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Color | Red, White, Yellow |
| Food | Pizza |
| Actress | Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Mukta Barve |
| Hobbies | Singing, Shopping, Travelling |
Facts
- She began her singing career at the young age of 15, performing in music concerts.
- “Ek Vaja Kshan” was her first song performed on stage.
- The Lavani in “Poshter Girl” was filmed in a single day, with encouragement from Sonalee Kulkarni and Hemant Dhome.
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