Meenakshi Sheshadri
Biography
Meenakshi Seshadri, born on November 16, 1963, in Sindri, Bihar, India, is an Indian actress, model, and dancer who primarily appeared in Hindi films. Recognized as one of the highest-paid actresses of her time, she won the Eve's Weekly Miss India contest in 1981 at the age of 17. Her career spans a range of genres including comedy, drama, action, and romance, and she also appeared in a Tamil film paired with Prabu. Seshadri made her film debut in Painter Babu in 1983 and gained wider public recognition with her role in Hero the same year. Her notable film credits include Hoshiyar, Bewafai, Meri Jung, and Swati.
Career overview
Meenakshi Seshadri is an Indian actress, model, and dancer who was born on November 16, 1963, in Sindri, Bihar, India. She mainly appeared in Hindi films and was one of the highest-paid actresses of her times. Her appearance in a Tamil film, paired with Prabu, fetched her more credits. Throughout her career, she has appeared in a range of movies spanning comedy, drama, action, and romance, and she won the Eve's Weekly Miss India contest in 1981 at the age of 17.
Seshadri made her film acting debut in Painter Babu in 1983 and received wider public recognition with the film Hero, which was also released in 1983. Her early success was followed by a number of films throughout the 1980s and the 1990s. She was noted for her performances in several notable films, including Hoshiyar in 1985, Bewafai in 1985, Meri Jung in 1985, and Swati in 1986. Her extensive career encompasses a total of 68 known acting credits on film.
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Full Filmography
68 titles- Superstar Singer (2019) as Self
- Ghayal Once Again (2016) as Varsha (flash back)
- Indian Idol (2004) as Self
- Swami Vivekananda (1998)
- Do Rahain / Mil Gayi Manzil Mujhe (1997)
- Ghatak (1996) as Gauri
- Duet (1994) as Anjali
- Damini (1993) as Damini Gupta
- Kshatriya (1993) as Madhu (Jaswant's love interest)
- Aadmi Khilona Hai (1993) as Punam Verma
- Teri Payal Mere Geet (1993) as Laila Jaan / Leela
- Badi Bahen (1993)
- Sadhna (1993) as Madhu
- Aapadbandhavudu (1992) as Hema
- Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj (1992) as Shalu Sharma
- Yeh Raat Phir Na Aayegi (1992)
- Humlaa (1992)
- Akayla (1991) as Seema
- Ghar Parivaar (1991)
- Brahmarshi Vishwamitra (1991) as Menaka
- Ghar Ho To Aisa (1990) as Seema
- Ghayal (1990) as Varsha Bharti
- Shandaar (1990) as Rani
- Awaargi (1990) as Meena
- Amba (1990) as Lajjo
- Jurm (1990) as Meena S. Varma (as Meenakshi Sheshadri)
- Pyar Ka Karz (1990) as Dr. Naina
- Toofan (1989) as Radha
- Joshilaay (1989) as Mangala
- Aag Se Khelenge (1989) as Geeta
- Bees Saal Baad (1989) as Kiran Thakur
- Mahaadev (1989)
- Bade Ghar Ki Beti (1989) as Mala
- Apna Ghar (1989)
- Nache Nagin Gali Gali (1989)
- Shahenshah (1988) as Shalu
- Gangaa Jamunaa Saraswathi (1988) as Jamuna
- Vijay (1988) as Sapna
- Intaqaam (1988)
- Gharana (1988)
- Aurat Teri Yehi Kahani (1988)
- Main Tere Liye (1988) as Rinku
- Muqaddar Ka Faisla (1987) as Meena
- Dacait (1987) as Javli
- Parivaar (1987) as Anita
- Satyamev Jayate (1987) as Seema
- Inaam Dus Hazaar (1987)
- Main Balwaan (1986) as Natasha
- Allah Rakha (1986) as Rani
- Jeevana Poratam (1986)
- Dahleez (1986) as Naini Saxena
- Dilwaala (1986) as Padma
- Maa Beti (1986) as Meenu/Asha
- Swati (1986) as Swati
- Meri Jung (1985) as Geeta Mathur
- Paisa Yeh Paisa (1985)
- Mahaguru (1985) as Basanti
- Aandhi-Toofan (1985) as Meena Kapoor
- Bewafai (1985) as Vinny
- Mera Jawaab (1985) as Poonam
- Lover Boy (1985) as Radha
- Awara Baap (1985) as Rupa/ Deepa
- Hoshiyar (1985)
- Maha Shaktimaan (1985)
- Meraa Ghar Mere Bacche (1985) as Sarita
- Love Marriage (1984) as Ritu Mafatlal
- Hero (1983) as Radha Mathur
- Nanavati vs Nanavati
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Meenakshi Sheshadri best known for?
Meenakshi Sheshadri is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Home on the Range (2004), Ghatak (1996), Rabbids Invasion (2013), Vijay (1988).
When and where was Meenakshi Sheshadri born?
Meenakshi Sheshadri was born on November 13, 1959 in Sindri, Bihar, India.
How many credits does Meenakshi Sheshadri have?
Meenakshi Sheshadri has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1983 to 2019.
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Meenakshi Seshadri, born on November 16, 1963, in Sindri, Bihar, India, is an Indian actress, model, and dancer who primarily appeared in Hindi films. Recognized as one of the highest-paid actresses of her time, she won the Eve's Weekly Miss India contest in 1981 at the age of 17. Her career spans a range of genres inc...
Meenakshi Sheshadri by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Muqaddar Ka Faisla (1987) as Meena — aged about 27
- Ghatak (1996) as Gauri — aged about 36
- Hero (1983) as Radha Mathur — aged about 23
- Indian Idol (2004) as Self — aged about 44
- Vijay (1988) as Sapna — aged about 28
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