Sarika
Biography
Sarika Thakur, better known as Sarika, is an Indian actress born on June 3, 1960, in New Delhi, Delhi, India. Active in the film industry, she is recognized for her work in acting and has accumulated ninety-six known credits. In addition to her acting career, she has contributed to filmmaking behind the scenes, having served as a costume designer, sound designer, and associate director for Kuruthipunal under Raaj Kamal Films International. Her professional achievements include winning the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the English-language film Parzania in 2005.
Career overview
Sarika Thakur, better known as Sarika, is an Indian actress born on June 3, 1960, in New Delhi, Delhi, India. Recognized for her work in the entertainment industry, she is credited with 96 known credits on the Movie Database and is known primarily for her acting career.
In addition to her acting work, she has contributed to films behind the scenes. Her behind-the-scenes work includes serving as a costume designer, sound designer, and associate director for the production Kuruthipunal under Raaj Kamal Films International. Throughout her career, her work has also earned major recognition, including winning the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the English-language film Parzania in 2005.
Beyond her primary professional name, she is also known by alternative names including Sarika Thakur, the Hindi name सारिका, the Tamil name சரிகா, and Sarika K. Haasan. She is a female artist whose career encompasses multiple facets of filmmaking alongside her primary focus on acting.
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Full Filmography
96 titles- First Act (2023)
- Modern Love Mumbai (2022) as Dilbar
- Uunchai (2022) as Mala Trivedi
- Call My Agent Bollywood (2021) as Special Appearance
- Call My Agent Bollywood (2021) as Sarika
- Mr. Kabaadi (2017)
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
- Baar Baar Dekho (2016) as Jai's Mother
- Yudh (2014) as Gauri Shekhar
- Purani Jeans (2014) as Sherry Lawrence
- David (2013) as Special appearance
- Club 60 (2013) as Dr. Sayra
- Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012) as Dr. Zoya Ali Khan
- Kaccha Limboo (2011)
- Yeh Mera India (2009) as Sushma Talreja
- Tahaan (2008) as Tahaan's Mother
- Hari Puttar (2008) as Sangeeta 'Geetu' A. Dhoonca
- Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) as Manorama
- Bheja Fry (2007) as Sheetal R. Thadani
- Baabul (2006) as Pushpa
- American Daylight (2006) as Dolly
- Sacred Evil – A True Story (2006) as Ipstita
- Parzania (2005) as Shernaz
- Ranachandi (2005)
- Kal: Yesterday and Tomorrow (2005) as Ira Haksar
- Raghu Romeo (2004)
- Punnagai Poove (2003) as Cameo Appearance
- Hey Ram (2000) Costume Design
- Chachi 420 (1997) Costume Designer
- Avvai Shanmugi (1996) Costume Designer
- Gunaa (1991) Costume Designer
- Indrudu Chandrudu (1989) Costume Designer
- Santosh (1989) as Munni / Sarika
- Parakh (1987)
- Shart (1986) as Ruhi
- Dilwaala (1986) as Sapna
- Swati (1986) as Dancer / Singer
- Qatl (1986) as Rohini
- Ram Tere Kitne Nam (1985) as (uncredited) Lily (scene from Devta)
- Raaj Tilak (1984) as Gypsy
- Gangvaa (1984) as Chameli
- Ram Tera Desh (1984) as Lily D'Souza
- Akalmand (1984) as Advocate Shobha
- Karishmaa (1984) as Neeta
- Aasmaan (1984) as Entertainer at military camp
- Nastik (1983) as Mala
- Bade Dil Wala (1983) as Juhi Sinha / Juhi V. Gupta
- Razia Sultan (1983)
- Satte Pe Satta (1982) as Sheela, Shekhar's girlfriend
- Vidhaata (1982) as Neelima
- Badle Ki Aag (1982) as Asha
- Yeh Vaada Raha (1982) as Rita Saxena
- Katha (1982) as Herself
- Teesri Aankh (1982) as Rekha
- Bandini Kamala (1982)
- Shriman Shrimati (1982) as Aruna Gupta
- Meharbaani (1982)
- Daulat (1982) as Sushma
- Tik Tik Tik (1981) as Miss India Sherley (Guest role)
- Ghamandee (1981) as Seema
- Kranti (1981) as Sheetal
- Paanch Qaidi (1981)
- Dahshat (1981) as Kiran
- Sannata (1981)
- Nazrana Pyar Ka (1980) as Anuradha
- Pyaara Dushman (1980)
- Yeh Kaisa Insaf? (1980) as Sudha
- Jaani Dushman (1979) as Bindiya
- Griha Pravesh (1979) as Sapna
- Raakhi Ki Saugandh (1979) as Paro / Tina
- Bin Phere Hum Tere (1979) as Shikha
- Jaan-E-Bahaar (1979) as Kuku Rai
- Anpadh (1978) as Geeta 'Anpadh'
- Devata (1978) as Lily
- Dil Aur Deewaar (1978) as Laxmi Rai
- Madhu Malti (1978) as Malti
- Anjaam (1978) as Seema
- Bundal Baaz (1976) as (uncredited) TV Newscaster
- Khushboo (1975) as Kali
- Geet Gaata Chal (1975) as Radha
- Vandana (1975) as Asha
- Kaagaz Ki Nao (1975)
- Haar Jeet (1972)
- Chhoti Bahu (1971) as Gopi
- Jawan Muhabat (1971) as Rekha Sareen
- Devi (1970) as Deepak
- Balak (1969) as Deepak 'Deepu' (as Baby Sarika)
- Satyakam (1969) as Kabul S. Archarya
- Beti (1969) as Young Sudha (as Baby Sarika)
- Aashirwad (1968) as Neena
- Majhli Didi (1967) as Uma – Hemangini
- Hamraaz (1967) as Sarika
- 6:40 PM (1967)
- Marudhanayagam Costume Designer
- Hum Hindustani
- Paradh
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Sarika best known for?
Sarika is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Kapil Sharma Show (2016), Baar Baar Dekho (2016), David (2013), Baabul (2006).
When and where was Sarika born?
Sarika was born on June 3, 1960 in New Delhi, Delhi, India.
How many credits does Sarika have?
Sarika has accumulated over 96 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1967 to 2023.
What is Sarika's background in cinema and television?
Sarika Thakur, better known as Sarika, is an Indian actress born on June 3, 1960, in New Delhi, Delhi, India. Active in the film industry, she is recognized for her work in acting and has accumulated ninety-six known credits. In addition to her acting career, she has contributed to filmmaking behind the scenes, having ...
Sarika by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Tik Tik Tik (1981) as Miss India Sherley (Guest role) — aged about 21
- David (2013) as Special appearance — aged about 53
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self — aged about 56
- Baabul (2006) as Pushpa — aged about 46
- Baar Baar Dekho (2016) as Jai's Mother — aged about 56
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