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Indira Krishnan
Active Indian Cinema & Television (Hindi Cinema, Television, Marathi, Odia, and Telugu films)
- FromMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age55 years
- Active1995–present
- Updated
Indira Krishnan Biography Information
- Full Name: Indira Krishnan
- Popular Name: Indira Krishnan (also credited as Indira Krishna)
- Nickname: Indu
- Date of Birth: March 1, 1971
- Age: 55 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Hometown: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Profession Category: Film & Television Actress
- Height: 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) approx.
- Weight: 68 kg (150 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
- Known For: Portraying memorable maternal roles in Animal (2023), Tere Naam (2003), and television series including Krishnaben Khakhrawala, Afsar Bitiya, Saavi Ki Savaari, and Yeh Hai Chahatein
Indira Krishnan Family Member Name
- Father: Name Not Publicly Disclosed (Tamil heritage)
- Mother: Name Not Publicly Disclosed
- Siblings: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Rajesh Ranshinge (Director)
- Children: Anirudh Ranshinge (Son, born 2008)
Indira Krishnan Education Details
- Primary / Secondary School: Schooling in Mumbai, Maharashtra
- College / University: College education in Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Qualification: Graduate Degree (formerly trained and worked as an air hostess)
Indira Krishnan Career Highlight
| Year | Title |
| 1995 | Suna Panjuri |
| 2000 | Thriller at 10 |
| 2003 | Tere Naam |
| 2006 | Tathastu |
| 2009 | Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein |
| 2010 | Krishnaben Khakhrawala |
| 2011 | Chatur Singh Two Star |
| 2011 | Afsar Bitiya |
| 2014 | Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty |
| 2016 | Krishnadasi |
| 2019 | Yeh Hai Chahatein |
| 2022 | Saavi Ki Savaari |
| 2023 | Animal |
| 2024 | Durga – Atoot Prem Kahani |
| 2026 | Ramayana |
Indira Krishnan Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2012 | Zee Rishtey Awards | Favourite Saas-Sasur | Afsar Bitiya | Nominated |
| 2016 | Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Awards | Best Actor – Female (TV) | Television Work | Won |
| 2017 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor (Female) Popular | Krishnadasi | Nominated |
| 2022 | Satyajit Ray Icon Cinema Awards | Best Mom | Saavi Ki Savaari | Won |
| 2022 | WOW Outstanding Performer Awards | Outstanding Actor Par Excellence | Yeh Hai Chahatein | Won |
| 2023 | 5th Dadasaheb Phalke Icon Award Films | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Animal | Won |
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About Indira Krishnan
What was Indira Krishnan's acting debut?
She made her screen debut with the Odia film Suna Panjuri in 1995 and entered Hindi television with Thriller at 10 in 2000.
What role did Indira Krishnan play in the blockbuster film Animal?
She portrayed Motika S. Iyengar, Geetanjali's (Rashmika Mandanna's) mother and Ranvijay's (Ranbir Kapoor's) mother-in-law.
Which television serial gave Indira Krishnan widespread popularity?
She became a household name playing titular and pivotal roles in Krishnaben Khakhrawala, Afsar Bitiya, and Saavi Ki Savaari.
Who is Indira Krishnan's husband?
She is married to television and film director Rajesh Ranshinge.
What major role was Indira Krishnan cast in for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana?
She was cast as Queen Kaushalya, Lord Rama's mother, opposite Ranbir Kapoor.
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