Do You Know Pavitra Rishta Fame Ankita Lokhande’s Real Name? –

Actress Ankita Lokhande needs no introduction, having gained fame through her role in the popular TV show Pavitra Rishta. Currently, she is a contestant on the reality show Bigg Boss Season 17 alongside her husband Vicky Jain. Today, let’s delve into some intriguing aspects of her life. Did you know Ankita Lokhande’s real name?

Born on December 19, 1984, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Ankita always aspired to be an actress. To pursue her dreams, she relocated to Mumbai. She also held a keen interest in sports and was a state-level badminton champion. Reportedly, the actress’s original name is Tanuja Lokhande. Like many actors, Ankita opted for a name change before entering the industry.

Ankita started her television career in 2006 as a participant in the talent-hunt show Idea Zee Cinestars. Subsequently, she was slated to make her television debut with Bali Umar Ko Salam. Although she successfully auditioned for and secured a role in the show, the show never happened.

Later, in 2009, Ankita received her big break when she was chosen for Ekta Kapoor’s TV series Pavitra Rishta. The show aired from 2009 to 2014 and brought her immense acclaim and numerous awards for her performance. The series also featured Sushant Singh Rajput in a leading role and was an adaptation of the Tamil television series Thirumathi Selvam.

Ankita also showcased her comedic side on the reality show Comedy Circus. However, it didn’t resonate strongly with the audience. Meanwhile, the actress took nearly five years before making her Bollywood debut in Kangana Ranaut’s Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. She portrayed Jhalkari Bai, a woman soldier in Rani Laxmibai’s army, who eventually rose to become an advisor to the Queen. Her portrayal earned her significant acclaim.

Ankita Lokhande is currently seen in Bigg Boss Season 17, hosted by Salman Khan. The show airs on Colors and Jio Cinema.