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Prachi Desai
Active Bollywood Actor
- FromSurat, Gujarat
- Based inMumbai, India.
- Age37 years
- Active2006 – Present
- Updated
Prachi Desai Biography
Prachi Desai – Full Information
- Full Name: Prachi Desai
- Date of Birth: 12 September 1988
- Birthplace: Surat, Gujarat, India
- Profession: Actress
- Nationality: Indian
- Industry: Hindi films and television
- Years Active: 2006 – Present
Education
- Studied at St. Joseph’s Convent School, Panchgani
- Completed schooling up to the ninth grade in Surat
- Completed her higher studies at Sinhagad College, Pune
Family
- Sister: Esha Desai
Career Highlight
| Year | Film / Project | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2008 | Kasamh Se | Bani Dixit Walia / Anamika Dixit Randheria | Television debut and breakthrough |
| 2007 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 2 | Contestant | Winner of the season |
| 2008 | Rock On!! | Sakshi Shroff | Hindi film debut |
| 2009 | Life Partner | Prachi Jadeja Patel | |
| 2010 | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Mumtaz | Won the IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress |
| 2012 | Teri Meri Kahaani | Radhika Desai | |
| 2012 | Bol Bachchan | Radhika Raghuvanshi | Her biggest commercial success to date |
| 2013 | I, Me Aur Main | Gauri Dandekar | |
| 2013 | Policegiri | Sehar Al Ameri | |
| 2016 | Azhar | Naureen Azhar | Biographical drama on cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin |
| 2016 | Rock On 2 | Sakshi Shroff | Sequel |
| 2017 | Carbon: The Story of Tomorrow | Pari | Short film |
| 2021 | Silence… Can You Hear It? | Inspector Sanjana Bhatia | Return to films after a four-year break |
| 2022 | Forensic | Dr. Ranjana / Shashi Gupta | |
| 2023 | Dhootha | Amrutha | Telugu series; her web debut |
| 2024 | Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout | Inspector Sanjana Bhatia | Sequel to the 2021 film |
Recent Activity
- Her most recent release is Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout (2024), reprising Inspector Sanjana Bhatia opposite Manoj Bajpayee
- Signed to play the lead, Sonia Sawant, in the dark fantasy film Kosha, directed by Amman Advaita
- Listed as filming Bihu Attack
- Continues to work as a brand endorser, including for Goa Tourism and Neutrogena in India
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Fresh New Face (Female) | Kasamh Se | Won |
| 2006 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Onscreen Couple (shared with Ram Kapoor) | Kasamh Se | Won |
| 2007 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actress in a Lead Role | Kasamh Se | Won |
| 2008 | Indian Telly Awards | Special Recommendation | Kasamh Se | Won |
| 2009 | Anandalok Puraskar | Best Actress (Hindi) | Rock On!! | Won |
| 2009 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Debut | Rock On!! | Nominated |
| 2009 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Female | Rock On!! | Nominated |
| 2009 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Star Debut of the Year – Female | Rock On!! | Nominated |
| 2009 | Stardust Awards | Superstar of Tomorrow – Female | Rock On!! | Nominated |
| 2011 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Won |
| 2011 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Won |
| 2011 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Won |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actress in an Ensemble Cast | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Won |
| 2011 | Filmfare Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Nominated |
| 2011 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Nominated |
| 2013 | Stardust Awards | Best Breakthrough Performance – Female | Bol Bachchan | Nominated |
| 2023 | Iconic Gold Awards | Best Actress in a Negative Role – OTT | Forensic | Won |
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About Prachi Desai
Who is Prachi Desai?
Prachi Desai is an Indian actress known for her work in television, Bollywood films, and OTT platforms.
When and where was Prachi Desai born?
She was born on 12 September 1988 in Surat, Gujarat, India.
What was Prachi Desai’s first acting role?
Her television debut was in Kasamh Se (2006), where she played the lead role of Bani Walia.
What was her Bollywood debut?
She made her film debut in Rock On!! (2008).
What are some of her notable films?
Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010), Bol Bachchan (2012), I, Me Aur Main (2013), and Azhar (2016).
Is Prachi Desai married?
No marriage has been publicly announced, and no spouse is listed for her on Wikipedia or Wikidata.
Is she active on OTT platforms?
Yes, she has recently appeared in web series and digital content.
What awards has she won?
She won the IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress and a Zee Cine Award for Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010), plus four Indian Telly Awards for Kasamh Se.
What are her hobbies and interests?
She won Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 2 in 2007 as a dancer, and endorses brands including Goa Tourism and Neutrogena in India.
What is Prachi Desai known for in the media?
She is known for her versatile acting, natural style, and smooth transition from TV to films and OTT platforms.
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