Radhika Apte, a renowned Indian actress, has captivated audiences with her versatile performances across various film industries. This comprehensive profile delves into her life, career, and achievements.
Biography/Wiki
Born on September 7, 1985, in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, Radhika Apte is 39 years old (as of 2024). She attended Tilak Nagar High School in Dombivli, Maharashtra, later opting for homeschooling with four friends. Her grandmother, a mathematician with a PhD from France, tutored her in mathematics, Radhika’s favorite subject. She also trained in Kathak dance for eight years. Radhika earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Mathematics from Fergusson College, Pune.
At 18, she began performing in Marathi theatre, debuting with “Nako Re Baba” in 2003. Her involvement with Mohit Takalkar’s theatre group, “Aasakta Kalamanch,” in Pune, significantly shaped her acting skills. She further honed her dance skills with a Diploma in Dance Studies from the Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London.
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5′ 2″
- Weight: 50 kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Figure Measurements: 32-26-34
Family
Radhika comes from a Marathi Hindu family. Her father, Charudutt Apte, is a neurosurgeon and chairman of Sahyadri Hospital, Pune. Her mother is also a doctor, and she has a brother, Ketan Apte.
Relationships/Affairs
Radhika married British musician Benedict Taylor in March 2013. The couple welcomed a daughter in December 2024. There were earlier rumors linking her to Tusshar Kapoor.
Career
Radhika’s acting debut was in the 2005 Bollywood film “Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!” She then appeared in films like “I Am” and “Shor in the City” under Balaji Film Production. Her versatility is showcased by her debut roles in various regional cinema: Bengali (“Antaheen,” 2009), Marathi (“Samaantar,” 2009), Telugu (“Rakht Charitra,” 2010), Tamil (“Dhoni,” 2012), and Malayalam (“Haram,” 2015).
2014 was a prolific year, with roles in nine films across languages, earning her critical acclaim. She also appeared in the Hindi TV series “Stories by Rabindranath Tagore.” She co-wrote and starred in the 2018 Bollywood film “Lust Stories,” and also appeared alongside Akshay Kumar and Sonam Kapoor in “PadMan.” Her performance in the Netflix horror miniseries “Ghoul” (2018) brought her widespread recognition.
She’s also starred in several short films including “Darmiyan,” “Vakratunda Swaha,” “That Day After Every Day,” and “The Calling.” Her fame extends beyond film, gracing the covers of numerous magazines like Femina Wedding Times, Cosmopolitan India, Grazia India, Garden India, and Better Homes.
Controversies
Radhika faced several controversies. In 2015, images falsely attributed to her circulated online. The same year, she criticized the Telugu film industry’s patriarchal attitudes and treatment of actresses. A video clip from an Anurag Kashyap short film was also misused and went viral, prompting a police complaint.
Awards
Radhika’s talent has been recognized through several awards:
- Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles Award for Best Actress (“Parched,” 2016)
- Tribeca Film Festival Award for Best Actress (“Madly,” 2017)
- Vogue Digital Disruptor Award (2018)
Car Collection
She owns a Volkswagen Passat.
Salary
Radhika’s reported salary is ?1 crore per film.
Favourite Things
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Chicken Biryani, Caramel Custard |
| Beverage | Black Tea |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan, Jack Nicholson, Aamir Khan |
| Actress | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan |
| Restaurant | Blue Nile, Kayani Bakery, Cafe Goodluck, Vaishali (Pune) |
| Color | Green |
| Film Director | Sriram Raghavan |
Facts
- Radhika is a smoker.
- She drinks alcohol occasionally.
- She prefers meaningful roles over glamorous ones.
- She’s close friends with Kalki Koechlin.
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui has publicly stated he had a crush on her.
- She is a dog lover.
- She lives in Mumbai, while her husband resides in London, with frequent visits between them.
- Her hobbies include reading, dancing, and listening to music.
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