Actor
Bharati Achrekar
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
1980 – Present
Bharati Achrekar Biography
Bharati Achrekar Personal Details
- Full Name: Bharati Achrekar
- Also Known As: Bharti Achrekar
- Profession: Actress, Theatre Artist, Television Actress
- Nationality: Indian
- Date of Birth: 15 October 1957
- Birthplace: Maharashtra, India
- Age: 68 years (as of 2026)
- Active Years: 1980 – Present
Family
- Father: Amar Varma (Hindi-Urdu writer and poet)
- Mother: Manik Varma (renowned classical singer and Padma Shri awardee)
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Children: One son, Siddharth Achrekar
Sisters:
- Vandana Gupte
- Rani Varma
- Aruna Jayprakash
Education
- Studied at Hujurpaga School, Pune
- Attended Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai
- Graduated in Hindustani Classical Music
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Role/Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Apne Paraye | Film debut |
| 1986 | Chameli Ki Shaadi | Notable Bollywood appearance |
| 1988 | Wagle Ki Duniya | Became famous as Radhika Wagle (Mrs. Wagle) |
| 1987–1988 | Kachchi Dhoop | Popular television serial |
| 2000 | Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani | Appeared in successful Hindi film |
| 2008 | Ugly Aur Pagli | Supporting role in comedy film |
| 2011 | Desi Boyz | Featured in hit Bollywood movie |
| 2013 | Chashme Baddoor | Played an important supporting character |
| 2014 | Lapataganj | Popular comedy television appearance |
| 2015 | Sumit Sambhal Lega | Family comedy television series |
| 2016 | Siya Ke Ram | Historical-mythological TV show |
| 2021 | Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey | Returned to iconic Mrs. Wagle role |
| 2022 | De Dhakka 2 | Marathi film appearance |
| 2024 | Panchak | Featured in Marathi comedy-drama film |
| 2026 | Tighee | Recent Marathi film project |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film/Show | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Best Supporting Actress | Maharashtra State Film Award | Ardhangi | Won |
| 2013 | Best Actress in a Comic Role | Indian Television Academy Award | Chidiya Ghar | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Actress in a Comic Role | Indian Telly Award | Sumit Sambhal Lega | Nominated |
| 2021 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Indian Television Academy Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Indian Television Academy Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Drama) | Indian Television Academy Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Indian Telly Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Nominated |
| 2024 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Comedy) | Indian Television Academy Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Won |
| 2024 | Best Supporting Actress in a Web Film | International Iconic Award | Tarla | Nominated |
| 2025 | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Indian Telly Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Won |
| 2025 | Best Actress in a Lead Role | Indian Telly Award | Wagle Ki Duniya | Nominated |
About Bharati Achrekar
Bharati Achrekar is an Indian actress known for television, films, and theatre.
She is best known for playing Mrs. Wagle in Wagle Ki Duniya.
She was born on 15 October 1957.
She works mainly in Hindi and Marathi entertainment industries.
Yes, she continues to work in television and films.