Renuka Israni, a prominent figure in the Indian film and television industry, is best known for her portrayal of Gandhari in the iconic 1988 Mahabharat series. This comprehensive biography delves into her life, career, and personal details.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Tuesday, November 8, 1966, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Renuka Israni’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. She completed her graduation from Jaipur’s Maharani College. Initially aspiring to be a doctor, a teenage prediction by an astrologer steered her towards a creative career path. After graduation, she moved to Delhi and enrolled in the National School of Drama, where she landed a role in the TV serial “Hum Log” during her studies.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Brown
Family & Caste
Renuka Israni hails from a Sindhi family. While details about her parents and siblings remain largely private, it’s known that she is unmarried.
Career
Renuka Israni’s acting journey began in 1984 with the role of Usha Rani in Doordarshan’s “Hum Log.” Her breakthrough came with the role of Gandhari in the 1988 television series “Mahabharat,” which brought her widespread recognition.
Her film debut was in 1993 with “Meera Ke Girdhar,” followed by appearances in “Karamati Coat” and “Teri Payal Mere Geet” the same year. She continued to act in films like “Jooth Bole Kauwa Kaate” and “Rishtey,” and in 2011, she took on the role of Shipra in Sony TV’s “Bade Achhe Lagte Hain.”
She has taken a break from acting to care for her aging parents, showcasing her dedication to family.
Facts/Trivia
- Her hobbies include traveling, poetry, and listening to music.
- She boasts an extensive career, having acted in over 70-80 television serials and 10-15 films.
- Beyond acting, she is also a poet and writer.
- She follows Buddhism.
- She was an all-rounder gold medalist during her college years.
- In a fascinating coincidence, she played the role of Puneet Issar’s (Duryodhan) mother (Gandhari) in “Mahabharat,” despite being seven years younger than him in real life.
- Interestingly, she had portrayed Gandhari even before her role in B.R. Chopra’s “Mahabharat” in a Manipuri-style adaptation of “Andhayug.”
Notable Roles and Appearances
| Year | Project | Role | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Hum Log | Usha Rani | Television |
| 1988 | Mahabharat | Gandhari | Television |
| 1993 | Meera Ke Girdhar | (Role not specified in original text) | Film |
| 1993 | Karamati Coat | (Role not specified in original text) | Film |
| 2011 | Bade Achhe Lagte Hain | Shipra | Television |
