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Ankita Lokhande (Bigg Boss) Height, Age, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography & More

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Husband: Vicky Jain
Marriage Date: 14 December 2021
Age: 39 Years

Ankita Lokhande

Bio/Wiki
Real NameTanuja Lokhande
Nickname(s)Anki, Minty
ProfessionActress
Famous Role'Archana Manav Deshmukh' in the TV serial, "Pavitra Rishta"
Ankita Lokhande in Pavitra Rishta
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)in centimeters- 165 cm
in meters- 1.65 m
in feet & inches- 5’ 5”
Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourLight Brown
Career
DebutFilm: Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019)
Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019)
TV: Pavitra Rishta (2009)
Pavitra Rishta (2009-2014)
Awards, Honours, Achievements For the TV serial, “Pavitra Rishta”
• 3rd Boroplus Gold Award for Debut in a Lead Role – Female (2010)
Ankita Lokhande With 3rd Boroplus Gold Award
• Indian Television Academy Award for GR8! Face of The Year – Female (2010)
• 4th Boroplus Gold Award for Best Actress in a Lead Role (2011)
• Star Guild Award for Best Actress in Drama Series (2011)
• Indian Telly Award for Television Personality of The Year (2012)
• 5th Boroplus Gold Award for Best Actress in a Lead Role (2012)
• Star Guild Award for Best Actress in Drama Series (2014)
Personal Life
Date of Birth19 December 1984 (Wednesday)
Age (as of 2023)39 Years
BirthplaceIndore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Zodiac signSagittarius
NationalityIndian
HometownUjjain, Madhya Pradesh, India
SchoolShe did her schooling from Indore.
College/UniversityShe did her graduation from Indore.
Educational QualificationGraduate
ReligionHinduism
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian
HobbiesDancing, Swimming, Playing Badminton, Shopping, Listening to Soft Music
ControversyAnkita, once, slapped her then-boyfriend, Sushant Singh Rajput, publicly at a party as he was drunk and was dancing with girls around him. [1]India Today
Relationships & More
Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date15 December 2021
Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain's wedding photo
Affairs/BoyfriendsSushant Singh Rajput (Ex-Boyfriend; Actor)
Sushant Rajput with his ex-girlfriend
Vicky Jain (Businessman)
Vicky Jain With Ankita Lokhande
Family
Husband/SpouseVicky Jain
ParentsFather- Shashikant Lokhande (died on 12 August 2023; banker)
Mother- Vandana Pandis Lokhande (teacher)
Ankita Lokhande with her family
SiblingsBrother- Arpan Lokhande (younger)
Favourites
FoodBhindi, Dal Fry, Butter Chicken
Actor(s)Paul Walker, Simon Helbert
Actress(es)Madhuri Dixit, Shilpa Shetty
RestaurantUrban Tadka in Mumbai
MusicSoft Romantic Songs, Ghazals
ColourWhite
Travel DestinationLadakh
Style Quotient
Car CollectionPorche, Mercedes Benz V
Ankita Lokhande with her car
Money Factor
Salary (approx.)Rs. 1 lakh per episode [2]Times of India

Note: In October 2023, Ankita Lokhande was reported to receive around Rs. 12 lakh for each episode for the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 17,’ making her the highest-paid contestant on the show. [3]Hindustan
Net Worth (approx.)Rs. 25 crores (as of October 2023) [4]Hindustan

Ankita Lokhande

Some Lesser Known Facts About Ankita Lokhande

  • Does Ankita Lokhande drink alcohol?: Yes
  • Ankita Lokhande is an Indian actress who rose to fame by playing the role of ‘Archana Deshmukh’ in the TV serial, “Pavitra Rishta.”
  • Ankita was born into a middle-class Marathi family residing in Indore; with no film background.

    Ankita Lokhande's Childhood Photo

    Ankita Lokhande’s Childhood Picture

  • She was active in sports in her childhood and was a state-level badminton player.
  • She always wanted to become an actress but had to give up her acting dreams and had to join Frankfinn academy, but her acting aspirations took her to Mumbai in 2005.
  • In 2006, while she was struggling in Mumbai, she took part in the talent hunt reality show ‘Idea Zee Cinestars,’ where she couldn’t reach the top 5, however, she made a mark in the show with her dancing skills.
  • She was supposed to make her TV debut with NDTV Imagine’s serial ‘Bali Umar Ko Salaam,’, but the show got shelved.
  • Her first salary was ₹10,000.
  • In 2009, she made her acting debut with Zee TV’s ‘Pavitra Rishta’ and became an overnight sensation with her character of “Archana.”
  • In 2011, Ankita took part in the dance reality show, “Jhaalak Dikhhla Jaa.”

  • She also participated in the reality show, “Comedy Circus.”.”
  • Lokhande played the role of  ‘Pragya’ in the TV serial, “Ek Thhi Naayka.”
  • She didn’t like Sushant Singh Rajput initially on the sets of ‘Pavitra Rishta.’ However, with the passage of time, they both fell in love and were in a live-in relationship for around 6 years before they split in 2016.
  • She bought more than 300 saris for her role in ‘Pavitra Rishta.’
  • She was approached for Shah Rukh Khan‘s ‘Happy New Year’ (2014). However, she was later replaced by Deepika Padukone. [5]Koimoi
  • She loves to buy make-up kits, shoe, and diamond.
  • She made her Bollywood debut with a historical biographical film on the life of Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi ‘Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi,’ where she played the pivotal role of a women soldier, Jhalkari Bai.

    Ankita Lokhande As Jhalkari Bai

    Ankita Lokhande As Jhalkari Bai

  • Lokhande has also featured in the Bollywood film, “Baaghi 3.”

    Ankita Lokhande in Baaghi 3

    Ankita Lokhande in Baaghi 3

  • In 2020, Ankita posted a picture on her Instagram account flaunting a diamond ring after which there were rumours of her engagement with her boyfriend, Vicky Jain.

    Ankita Lokhande flaunting her diamond ring

    Ankita Lokhande flaunting her diamond ring

  • On 5 June 2022, Ankita and her husband, Vicky Jain, became the winners of the reality show Smart Jodi; they took home a trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 25 lakh.

    Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain with the trophy of Smart Jodi

    Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain with the trophy of Smart Jodi

  • She appeared in the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 17’ in 2023. The show was aired on Colors TV. She was later named the 3rd runner-up of the show.

    Ankita Lokhande in the show 'Bigg Boss 17' (2023)

    Ankita Lokhande in the show ‘Bigg Boss 17’ (2023)

  • In an episode of Bigg Boss 17, Ankita revealed that she has a medical issue on her scalp. She mentioned this on the show when a debate was sparked over her and Vicky Jain receiving special services like haircuts and hair colour. Ankita mentioned the need for professional assistance for the issue, while Vicky, who wears a hair patch, asked for professional help too. Later, Bigg Boss asked them to discuss it with other contestants, and if no objections arose, they could continue receiving services. After discussion, contestants agreed that Vicky and Ankita could receive the services for medical reasons, excluding grooming and hair spas. [6]The Free Press Journal
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