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Bharati Achrekar
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Bharati Achrekar, born on 15 October 1957, is a renowned Indian actress and singer known for her versatility in Hindi and Marathi films, television, and theatre. Her journey began with professional stage debut at the age of 17, where she portrayed Tansen's daughter. Her several landmark performances in Marathi showcased her range from comedic timing to profound emotional portrayals. Building on the foundation of her theatre experience, she transitioned into feature films with Apne Paraye in 1980. Achrekar has also made significant contributions to Marathi cinema through memorable supporting roles that often explored rural and urban family dynamics. Achrekar reprised her iconic role as Rad…
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Bharati Achrekar, born on 15 October 1957, is a renowned Indian actress and singer known for her versatility in Hindi and Marathi films, television, and theatre. Her journey began with professional stage debut at the age of 17, where she portrayed Tansen's daughter. Her several landmark performances in Marathi showcased her range from comedic timing to profound emotional portrayals. Building on the foundation of her theatre experience, she transitioned into feature films with Apne Paraye in 1980. Achrekar has also made significant contributions to Marathi cinema through memorable supporting roles that often explored rural and urban family dynamics. Achrekar reprised her iconic role as Radhika Wagle in the rebooted sitcom Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey, airing on Sony SAB f. Recent appearances include her role as Sarla in the 2024 feature *Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai* and in the 2025 reboot of *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*. Her oeuvre exemplifies a dynamic range, seamlessly transitioning between comedic, dramatic, and maternal roles across diverse media platforms.
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Bharati Achrekar's Filmography
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Tighee
as Hemalata Ranade
Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai
as Sarla
Panchak
Tarla
as Jaishree Aunty
De Dhakka 2
Coolie No. 1
as Dadi
The Lunchbox
as Mrs. Khrishnan
Chashme Baddoor
as Mrs. Ranjan
Pune 52
as Rekha
Chintoo
as Joshi Kaku
Fatso!
as Sudeep's Mother
Desi Boyz
as Jerry's Mother
Rascals
as Rosy Gonsalves
Sanai Choughade
Haal-e-Dil
as Mrs. Ghosh
Valu
as Sarapanch's Wife
The Killer
as Nikhil's Mother
Family: Ties of Blood
as Vimla Bhatia
Days And Days
Aga Bai Arechya
as Tarot Reader
Saatchya Aat Gharat
Flavors
as Mrs. Gopalakrishna
Little John
as Nirmala Vishwanath (English/Hindi)
Bhrashtachar
Ghost's Brother
as Savitri
Eeshwar
as Ramesh's Wife & Lalita's Sister-In-Law
No Poster
Sadak Chhap
as Kamla
Chameli Ki Shaadi
as Champa, Chameli's Mother
Yeh Nazdeekiyan
as Neelu (Rajesh's wife)
Apne Paraye
as Naintara