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Urvashi Dholakia
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Dholakia in 2022
Born (1978-07-09) 9 July 1978 (age 46)
Occupation Actress
Years active 1984–present
Known for
  • Dekh Bhai Dekh
  • Kasautii Zindagii Kay
  • Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii
  • Bigg Boss 6
Notable work
  • Kasautii Zindagii Kay
  • Bigg Boss 6
Children 2
Awards Full list

Urvashi Dholakia, born on July 9, 1978, is a famous Indian television actress. She is widely known for playing the role of Komolika in the popular TV show Kasautii Zindagii Kay. She also won the reality show Bigg Boss 6.

About Urvashi Dholakia

Urvashi Dholakia was born on July 9, 1978. Her mother is from Punjab, and her father is from Gujarat.

She got married when she was 16 years old. At 17, she had twin sons named Kshitij and Sagar. She has raised them on her own.

Urvashi Dholakia's Acting Career

Starting Out in Acting (1985–2000)

Urvashi Dholakia began acting at a very young age. When she was just 6 years old, she appeared in a TV commercial for Lux soap. She also acted as a child in the TV series Shrikant, playing the role of Rajlaxmi.

Her first adult role on TV was as Shilpa in the show Dekh Bhai Dekh. After that, she appeared in Waqt Ki Raftar.

Becoming a Popular Star (2000–2011)

The 2000s were a very successful time for Urvashi Dholakia. She became one of the most popular actresses. She received many awards and a lot of praise for her roles in shows created by Ekta Kapoor. These shows included Ghar Ek Mandir, Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, and Kahiin To Hoga.

Her role as Komolika in Kasautii Zindagii Kay (which ran from 2001 to 2008) was especially famous. Many people consider Komolika to be one of the most iconic villain characters in Indian television history. This role earned Urvashi Dholakia many awards. She has worked with Ekta Kapoor many times since then.

Winning Bigg Boss and More (2013–2019)

In 2012, Urvashi Dholakia took part in the reality show Bigg Boss 6 on Colors TV. On January 12, 2013, she was announced as the winner of that season.

Later, in 2017, she appeared in the historical fantasy series Chandrakanta on Colors TV. In this show, she played the role of Queen Iravati.

Return to Television (2022–Present)

In 2022, Urvashi Dholakia returned to acting in TV dramas. She joined the cast of Naagin 6, playing the character of Urvashi.

Television Shows

Year Serial Role Notes
1987 Shrikant Rajlakshmi
1993 Dekh Bhai Dekh Shilpa
1995 Zamana Badal Gaya Anju Mathur
1997 Waqt Ki Raftar
2000–2001 Ghar Ek Mandir Sonia
2000-2002 Mehndi Tere Naam Ki Pooja
2001 Shaktimaan Mansi Sharma
2001-2002 Karam Aditti
2001–2002 Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii Sonia
2001 Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand Preet
2001–2008 Kasautii Zindagii Kay Komolika Majumdar
2003 Tum Bin Jaaoon Kahaan Shweta
2003 Kahani Terrii Merrii Kajol
2003–2007 Kahiin To Hoga Archana "Archie" Khanna
2008–2009 Comedy Circus Contestant
2009 Sacch Ka Saamna Guest
2009–2010 Bayttaab Dil Kee Tamanna Hai Karishma Mehra
2010 Meethi Choori No 1 Contestant
2012 Dil Se Di Dua... Saubhagyavati Bhava? Dr. Komolika Rana
2012–2013 Bigg Boss 6 Contestant Winner
2014 Bigg Boss 8 Guest
2015 Badi Door Se Aaye Hai 555
2017–2018 Chandrakanta Queen Iravati Singh
2018 Juzzbaat Guest
2019 Ishq Mein Marjawan Mohini
Tu Aashiqui
Kitchen Champion 5 Guest
Nach Baliye 9 Contestant 8th place
2020 Bigg Boss 13 Guest
2022 Bigg Boss 15
2022-2023 Naagin 6 Urvashi Kataria
2023 Pushpa Impossible Devi Singh Shekhawat
2023 Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11 Contestant 16th place
2025 Power of Paanch DGP Aasma Mazhar

Movies

Year Movie Role Language
1986 Babul Rani "Rannu" / Nandini "Nannu" Singh Hindi
1988 Kab Tak Chup Rahungi Laxmi
1991 Izzat Anu
2006 Swapnam Yamini/Komolika Malayalam/Hindi

Awards and Recognitions

Urvashi Dholakia has received many awards for her acting. You can find a full list of her awards and nominations here:

See also

  • List of Indian television actresses
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