Surekha Punekar is a well-known Lavani dancer from Maharashtra, India. She rose to fame through her participation in Bigg Boss Marathi.

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Surekha Punekar was born on November 29, 1978, in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Her age, as of 2023, is 45. She began her career in dance at the incredibly young age of 8, forgoing formal schooling to pursue her passion. She never attended college. Her zodiac sign is Sagittarius.

Physical Appearance

Here’s a summary of her physical attributes:

• Height (approx.): 163 cm or 5’4″
• Weight (approx.): 70 kg or 154 lbs
• Figure Measurement (approx.): 38-34-38
• Eye Color: Black
• Hair Color: Black

Family

Detailed information regarding her parents and siblings remains unavailable. Her marital status is also not publicly known.

Career

Surekha’s journey in Lavani dance began in 1986. Her early performances were humble; she recalls her first show having only three audience members! Beyond dancing, she’s also a playback singer, lending her voice to several Marathi films. Her television debut was in the show “Eka Peksha Ek Apsara Aali.” She also displayed her directorial talent with the 2011 stage production, “Nashikchi Naar.” Her participation in Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 further broadened her recognition.

Facts

Surekha’s background was marked by financial hardship. To support herself, she worked as a domestic helper, performing tasks such as cleaning dishes and washing clothes.

During the 2019 Indian General Elections, there was speculation about her potentially running for office on a Congress ticket. However, she clarified in an interview with the Marathi newspaper, Loksatta, that she would not be contesting.

In her spare time, she enjoys listening to music and traveling.

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