Rashami Desai Age, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography & More

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Bio/Wiki
Real Name Divya Desai
Profession(s) Actress, Model, Dancer
Famous Role ‘Tapasya Raghuvendra Pratap Rathore’ in “Uttaran”
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.) in centimeters– 160 cm
in meters– 1.60 m
in feet inches– 5’ 3”
Eye Colour Black
Hair Colour Black
Career
Debut Assamese Film: Kanyadaan (2002) Cameo
Bolywood Film: Yeh Lamhe Judaai Ke (2004) as Sheetal

Bhojpuri Film: Balma Bada Nadaan (2004)

Gujarat Film: Superstar (2017) as Anjali Kapadia

TV: Raavan (2006) as Mandodari
Awards, Honours, Achievements • Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress in Negative Role Popular for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2010)
• Indian Telly Award for Most Popular Negative Actor Female for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2010)

• Boroplus Gold Award for Best Actress in Negative Role for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2010)
• BIG Star Entertainment Award for Best Television Actor Female for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2010)
• Boroplus Gold Award for Best Actress in Negative Role for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2011)
• Apsara Award for Best Negative Actress for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2011)
• BIG Television Award for BIG Namkeen Character Female Fiction for the TV serial “Uttaran” (2011)
• Colors Golden Petal Award for Best Onscreen Jodi with Siddharth Shukla for the TV serial “Dil Se Dil Tak” (2017)
Personal Life
Date of Birth 13 February 1986 (Thursday)
Age (as of 2023) 37 Years
Birthplace Nagaon, Assam, India
Zodiac sign Aquarius
Nationality Indian
Hometown Gujarat, India
School JB Khot Primary School, Borivali East, Mumbai
College/University Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics
Educational Qualification Diploma
Religion Hinduism
Hobbies Dancing, Driving, Travelling, Swimming, Watching News Channels
Tattoo On The Right Ankle: A Lotus Flower
Controversies • Rashami attracted controversy for her disturbed relationship with her then-husband, Nandish Sandhu. She alleged that Nandish had disrespected her and abused her for 3 years.
• Desai blamed the website, India Forums, for portraying a negative image of her in the public. In an interview, she said, “You know there’s a website called India Forums. They’ve been handling Nandish’s PR and I don’t have a problem but they’ve been giving one-sided stories from Nandish’s end. I’ve never felt the need to explain myself or my relationship to anyone – but there are all sorts of rumours that pinpoint me and claim that Nandish is completely innocent.”
• In Nach Baliye 7, Rashami revealed that she had suffered a miscarriage. However, during an interview, her ex-husband revealed that Rashami had never conceived. He said, “We were clear about planning a baby after we were professionally settled. Our career was our focus. So where is the question of a miscarriage? I never wanted to embarrass her on national television by questioning her on that.”
• Rashami revealed in Nach Baliye 7 that she had undergone cosmetic surgery. However, later, Nandish Sandhu cleared that she got confused between cosmetic treatment and surgery.
Relationships & More
Marital Status Divorced
Affairs/Boyfriends • Nandish Sandhu

• Laksh Lalwani (Rumoured)

• Siddharth Shukla (Rumoured)

• Arhaan Khan (Rumoured)
Marriage Date 12 February 2012
Family
Husband/Spouse Nandish Sandhu (m. 2012- div. 2015)
Parents Father– Ajay Desai

Mother– Rasila Desai (Teacher)
Siblings Brother– Gaurav Desai

Sister– None
Favourite Things
Favourite Food Pizza
Favourite Beverage Coffee
Favourite Actors Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan
Favourite Actresses Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt
Favourite Films Mother India (1957), Andaz Apna Apna 1994), Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999)
Favourite Colour White
Favourite Politician Narendra Modi
Money Factor
Salary (approx.) Rs. 55,000/episode for the role of Tapasya in Uttaran (2014)

Some Lesser Known Facts About Rashami Desai

  • Is Rashami Desai a drinker? Yes, Rashami Desai can be seen enjoying a glass of wine.
  • was raised in a middle-class family in Nagaon, Assam.
  • Gujarat is where her family originates from.
  • When she was a child, her father, Ajay Desai, had died.
  • While pursuing her diploma, Rashami received her first acting assignment.
  • She has been involved in various Bhojpuri films of the ‘B Grade’ category, such as “Yeh Lamhe Judaai Ke.” Following that, she went on to feature in films like “Balma Bada Naadan,” “Gazab Bhail Rama,” “Gabbar Singh,” “Kangna Khanke Piya Ke Angna,” “Pappu Ke Pyar Ho Gail,” and “Tohse Pyar Ba.”
  • She made a guest appearance in the Bollywood film “Dabangg 2” in 2012.
  • Rashami has gained experience in the film industries of Hindi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Assamese, and Manipuri languages.
  • After her appearance as ‘Tapasya Raghuvendra Pratap Rathore’ in the TV show “Uttaran,” she quickly rose to stardom.
  • Rashami Desai took part in the seventh season of the dance reality show “Nach Baliye” in 2015, alongside her then-husband Nandish Sandhu.
  • Rashami Desai has made appearances on several reality shows, such as “Comedy Circus,” “Maha Sangram,” “Zara Nachke Dikha,” “Crime Patrol,” “Big Money,” “Kitchen Champion Season 2,” “Comedy Ka Maha Muqabala,” and “Jhalak Dikhhla Ja.” Currently, she can be seen on Kitchen Champion 2.
  • Rashami Desai has played notable roles in television serials such as “Ishq Ka Rang Safed,” “Adhuri Kahaani Hamari,” and “Dil Se Dil Tak.” In the show “Dil Se Dil Tak,” she portrays a significant character.
  • She became a contestant on the game reality show “Bigg Boss 13” in 2019. To view the complete list of Bigg Boss 13 contestants, click here.
  • She has received training in Bharatanatyam and kathak, making her an accomplished dancer in both styles.

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Happy Independence Day, Swechchha Singh! Ma tujhe salaam.

On August 15, 2018, Rashami Desai shared a post at 6:11am on her Instagram account (@imrashamidesai).

  • Rashami Desai is engaged in the activity of listening to music, particularly Shastriya Sangeet (Indian Classical Music), which she enjoys.
  • Divya Desai was Rashami’s birth name, however, in 2008 she decided to change it to ‘Rashami’ on the advice of the producers of the show “Pari Hoon Main.” They believed that her original name ‘Divya’ was not beneficial for her and the show. After consulting a numerologist, Rashami’s mother ultimately chose the name “Rashami.”
  • It is rumored that she is one of the highest-paid participants on Bigg Boss 13. Allegedly, she will receive a substantial sum of approximately Rs. 1.2 crore for her duration in the house.
  • It has been reported that she is set to get married to her alleged boyfriend, Arhaan Khan, within the premises of Bigg Boss 13. It is expected that her cousin and a close friend will be present as witnesses during the ceremony.
  • Rashami disclosed in 2019 that she had been diagnosed with psoriasis.
  • , Oreo, is a passionate animal enthusiast.
  • sees her mother as her source of inspiration, and the two are often seen together.
  • Rashami Desai, accompanied by the idol of Lord Ganesha, holds a profound belief in him.
  • Check out this captivating video delving into the life story of Rashami Desai.

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