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Actors we miss | Namrata Shirodkar: A journey through grace and talent

Updated on: 22 January,2024 01:20 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Written by: Shachi Chaturvedi | shachi.chaturvedi@mid-day.com

Their acting skills and charisma have left a mark on our hearts, and Namrata Shirodkar, is one of them. Today, on Namrata Shirodkar’s birthday, let’s revisit her journey through the industry's glitz, glamour, and grace

Actors we miss | Namrata Shirodkar: A journey through grace and talent

Namrata Shirodkar

There are a few actors who have impressed us with the work they have done. Their acting skills and charisma have left a mark on our hearts, and Namrata Shirodkaris one of them. Today, on Namrata Shirodkar’s birthday, let’s revisit her journey through the industry's glitz, glamour, and grace.


Born on January 22, 1972, in a Maharashtrian family, Namrata is the granddaughter of noted Marathi actress Meenakshi Shirodkar. She began her journey in the glamour world with modeling and was crowned Miss India in 1993, representing India at the Miss Universe pageant.


After winning the Miss India title, she entered the Bollywood industry. Namrata debuted with a small role in 'Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai' in 1998, alongside Salman Khan and Twinkle Khanna. Her breakthrough came with the highly praised film 'Vaastav: The Reality' (1999), where she played Sonia "Sonu" Shivalkhar, Raghu's wife, showcasing her versatile acting talent.


Namrata went on to star in several films like Hera Pheri, Astitva, Tera Mera Saath Rahen, LOC Kargil, among others. Despite her success, she took a hiatus in 2005 after marrying prominent Telugu actor Mahesh Babu. Living in Hyderabad, the couple has two children, a son, and a daughter.

In an interview, Namrata shared about leaving her acting career, stating, "I started really young and was not as career-driven as my sister (Shilpa Shirodkar). I happily gave up movies to play the role I was born to play: Mrs. Mahesh Babu. Birthdays for me mean being with my husband and children. They are my world."

In a decade-long career, Namrata has worked with several Bollywood A-listers, including Salman Khan, Sunny Deol, Sunil Shetty, Raveena Tandon, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

After almost a decade-long hiatus, Namrata made a beautiful comeback with the 2022 film 'Major.' As we wait for her to do more work in the industry and make a comeback for her fans, there are many of her films that we can still re-watch. Her films are a testament to her talent and her ability to get into the skin of the character. Namrata, by being a part of the highly acclaimed 2022 film 'Major,' gave all of us hope that soon we will be able to see more of her. The actress, who keeps sharing pictures from her family diaries, was last seen in the 2004 film 'Rok Sako To Rok Lo' before 'Major.'

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