Kishori Shahane Vij | |
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 Shahane at The Premiere autumn winter'15 collected by MAX | |
| Born | Kishori Shahane 23 April 1968[1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian -Hindu |
| Alma mater | Mithibai College |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1987 – present |
| Spouse | |
| Children | Bobby Vij |
| Relatives | Anand Balraj Vij, Alias-Andy (Brother-in-Laws)[2] |
| Awards | Full list |
Kishori Shahane is an Indian classical and folk dancer and actress who works in the Marathi and Hindi movies and television. She is married to Hindi filmmaker Deepak Balraj Vij. She is a producer who helped to make a film about the life of Sai Baba of Shirdi.[3] She is known for appearing in shows like Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki and Ishq Mein Marjawan. In 2019 she participated in the reality show Bigg Boss Marathi 2 finishing at the fifth place. Currently she is playing the role of Bhavani Chavan in Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin.[4] and Babita Singh Ahuja in Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye
Early life and career
While at Mithibai College, Kishori was crowned Miss Mithibai at the college known as the cultural hub of Mumbai. She entered into Marathi films and shot to fame with Maherchi Sadi and Wajva Re Wajva. Her stage performances in plays like Moruchi Mavshi (Marathi) and Aadhe Adhure (Hindi), directed by Amal Allana bought her recognition as an actress. She worked in Marathi blockbuster films like Ek Daav Dhobi Pachhad and Navra Maza Navsacha. Her role in Hindi movies like Pyaar Mein Twist and Red: The Dark Side directed by Vikram Bhatt put forward her ability to play different roles.[5]
Deepak Balraj Vij, a Hindi filmmaker noticed her talent. He directed Hafta Bandh, Bomb Blast and two more films with her. During the making of Hafta Bandh in 1991, they grew closer and later got married. Kishori then switched over to Hindi TV serials and continued to work in Hindi and Marathi films. She became popular with her performance in serials like Ghar Ek Mandir, Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin and Sindoor.[6]
Kishori is a classical and folk dancer. She has performed on stage in India and abroad. She also completed her music video Saavan for Venus. After almost 13 years, she took part in the Mrs. Gladrags Beauty Pageant show and was the Runner-up in 2003.
As a filmmaker, her Marathi film Mohatyachi Renuka won the Maharashtra State Award 2007 for best editing. The film was produced and directed by Kishori. Her next venture Malik Ek (Hindi) was based on the life of Sai Baba and had Jackie Shroff in the lead role. She then launched her next Marathi film Aika Dajiba. She played the role of a transgender in the soap opera Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, airing on Colors TV, in 2016.
In 2020, she is seen in the drama series, Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin, playing the role of the matriarch of the Chavan family, Bhavani.[7] This went on to be opined by many reviews as the most iconic villainess till date, winning her a number of Awards including Indian Television Academy Awards, Indian Telly Awards, Iconic Gold Awards for Best Actress in Negative Role.
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In her college days, she was known as Miss Mithabai. She took part in Mrs. Gladrags Beauty Pageant show and became Mrs. Gladrags Runner-up in 2003.
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Karma | Heena | Hindi |
| 1987 | Prem Karuya Khullam Khulla | Seema | Marathi |
| Anandi Anand | Shama | ||
| 1988 | Maza Pati Karodpati | Hema Deshmukh | |
| 1989 | Saglikade Bombabomb | Mala Dharadhar | |
| Nasti Aafat | Mona | ||
| Balache Baap Brahmachari | Shyamala Tavdaane | ||
| Atmavishwas | Asavari Mangalkar | ||
| 1990 | Changu Mangu | Mini Khatle | |
| Dhumakool | Lalita Pradhan | ||
| 1991 | Aayatya Gharat Gharoba | Shobhana Kasture | |
| Hafta Bandh | Harish's Wife | Hindi | |
| Pyar Ka Devta | Sujata Kumar | ||
| Maherchi Sadi | Vicky's Girlfriend | Marathi | |
| Bandal Baaz | Anju | ||
| 1992 | Gruhpravesh | Rita Fernandez | |
| Kinchali | Veena Anand | ||
| Jeeva Sakha | Julie | ||
| 1993 | Aikava Te Navalach | Ragini | |
| Wajawa Re Wajawa | Megha | ||
| Ram Rahim | Kishori Sare | ||
| Bomb Blast | Naina | Hindi | |
| 2001 | Shirdi Sai Baba | (Producer and Director) | |
| 2004 | Navra Maza Navsacha | Lavani Dancer (special appearance) | Marathi |
| 2005 | Mumbai Godfather | Kamla | Hindi |
| Pyaar Mein Twist | Madhu Loc | ||
| 2006 | Shaadi Se Pehle | Mrs. Bhalla | |
| Mohatyachi Renuka | Renuka | Marathi | |
| 2007 | Good Boy, Bad Boy | Teacher | Hindi |
| Red: The Dark Side | |||
| Fear | |||
| 2008 | Superstar | Mrs. Saxena | |
| 2009 | Ek Daav Dhobi Pachhad | Hema | Marathi |
| 2010 | Aika Dajiba | Rukmini | |
| Milenge Milenge | Cameo appearance | Hindi | |
| Benny and Babloo | Tejaswini | ||
| Malik Ek | Shakuntala | ||
| 2011 | Shagird | Mrs. Hanumant Singh | |
| 2012 | Langar | Godavari | Marathi |
| Chhodo Kal Ki Baatein | Kaamwali Bai | Hindi | |
| 2013 | Policegiri | Sehar's Mother | |
| Yeda | Savitri Kulkarni | Marathi | |
| Ekulti Ek | Madhura | ||
| Narbachi Wadi | Renuka Khot | ||
| 2014 | Ya Rab | Dr. Shabana | Hindi |
| Anuradha | Masterjee's Wife | ||
| Kahin Hai Mera Pyar | Priya's Mother | ||
| Nati | Mahesh's wife | Marathi | |
| Badlapur Boys | Mother | Hindi | |
| Khairlanjichya Mathyawar | Surekha | Marathi | |
| 2015 | Dhurandhar Bhatawdekar | Pushpa Damle | |
| Classmates | College Principal | ||
| 2016 | Mohenjo Daro | Bima | Hindi |
| 2017 | Simran | Kumud | |
| Machine | Maya | ||
| Heartbeats | Sharda Zinta | ||
| 2019 | PM Narendra Modi | Indira Gandhi | |
| Blank | Dewan's Wife | ||
| 2024 | Aaichya Gavat Marathi Bol | Indira Kurrum[8] | Marathi |
Television
| Year | Title | Language | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Junoon | Hindi | Chandni | Episodes 1-2 |
| 1997-2001 | Damini | Marathi | Damini's sister | |
| 2000 | Jap Tap Vratt | Hindi | Devi, Sandhya and Chhaya | |
| 2000 | Shree Ganesh | Maharani Prasuti | ||
| 2000 | Ghar Ek Mandir | Sapna | ||
| Abhimaan | Sukanya Mohan Kumar Chauhan | |||
| 2001 | Kohi Apna Sa | Khushi's mother | ||
| Bandini | Marathi | |||
| 2005-2006 | Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin | Hindi | Doctor | |
| 2005-2006 | Sinndoor Tere Naam Ka | Uma Agarwal | ||
| 2006 | Kabhie To Nazar Milao | Sunaina's mother | ||
| 2006-2008 | Solhah Singaarr | Triveni Tribhuvan Chaturvedi | ||
| 2008 | Saas v/s Bahu | Contestant | ||
| Waqt Batayega Kaun Apna Kaun Paraya | Yashomati Raichoudhary | |||
| 2010 | Vrundavan | Marathi | Kartiki's mother-in-law | |
| Aise Karo Naa Vidaa | Hindi | Rani Maa | ||
| 2010-2012 | Yahan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli | Shaili's mother | ||
| 2011 | Don Kinare Doghi Aapan | Marathi | Asmita | |
| 2012 | Swapnanchya Palikadle | Vasundhara | ||
| 2013-2014 | Pradhanmantri | Hindi | Pupul Jayakar | |
| Do Dil Ek Jaan | Antara's mother | |||
| 2014-2015 | Everest | Sarita Rawat | ||
| 2015 | Darr Sabko Lagta Hai | Episodic role | Episode 40[9] | |
| 2016 | Intezaar | Episodic role | ||
| 2016-2017 | Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki | Guru Maa | [10] | |
| 2017 | Rishta Likhenge Hum Naya | Padma Maan Singh | ||
| 2017-2018 | Jadubai Jorat | Marathi | Mallika | [11] |
| 2018 | Ishq Mein Marjawan | Hindi | Deep's aunt | |
| 2019 | Kanala Khada | Marathi | Guest appearance | |
| Bigg Boss Marathi 2 | Contestant | (4th Runner Up) [12][13] | ||
| 2020–2024 | Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin | Hindi | Bhavani Nagesh Chavan | |
| 2021 | Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kay Asta! | Marathi | Herself | Cameo appearance |
| 2022 | Kitchen Kallakar | Guest appearance | ||
| Ravivaar With Star Parivaar | Hindi | Contestant | Appearance as Bhavani | |
| 2023 | Pinkicha Vijay Aso! | Marathi | Dr. Devyani, Plastic Surgeon | Recurring Role |
| 2023–present | Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye | Babita Singh Ahuja | ||
Theater
Marathi
- Moruchi Mavshi
- Durga Zhali Gauri
- Mi Tujhya Pathishi Ahe
- Kandapohe Tuzya Ni Mazya Premache
- Mahanatya Sahyadri
Hindi
- Aadhe Adhure
- Benny And Babloo
Web series
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | The Chargesheet: Innocent or Guilty? | Gayatri Dixit | [14] |
Awards and achievements
| Year | Awards | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Iconic Gold Awards | Iconic Most Popular Negative Actress | Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin | Won |
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actress in a Negative Role | Won | |
| 2023 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actress in a Negative Role | Won | |
| Gold Awards | Best Actress in a Negative Role | Pending |
References
- ↑ "Kishori Shahane celebrates her birthday with family; says "Good days will come" - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
- ↑ Bollyy, Team (5 January 2021). "Andy Balraj Announces his next production DIRTY EYES at his house while celebrating Jyothi Venkatesh's Birthday". Bollyy.
- ↑ 'One Life, One Master' Archived 14 June 2008 at the Wayback Machine ExpressIndia, 29 September 2007, by Neha Madan
- ↑ "Bigg Boss Marathi 2 launch: Highlights". The Indian Express. 26 May 2019. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
- ↑ "I am happy that I kept myself busy: Kishori Shahane". ZEE Talkies. Archived from the original on 25 February 2023. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
- ↑ "Kishori Shahane and Deepak Vij's love story". Loksatta (in Marathi). 29 August 2019. Retrieved 7 March 2021.
- ↑ "Happy Birthday Kishori Shahane: 6 Lesser-Known Facts About The Actress". ZEE5 News. 23 April 2020. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
- ↑ Borade, Aarti Vilas. "पार्थ-संस्कृतीचा सिनेमा न पाहताच केले कास्टिंग; ओमी वैद्यने सांगितला कास्टिंगचा किस्सा". Hindustan Times Marathi (in Marathi). Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ↑ "'Darr Sabko Lagta Hai' an unforgettable experience: Kishori Shahane - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
- ↑ "Kishori Shahane enters Shakti, to play Gurumaa - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
- ↑ "Nirmiti Sawant & Kishori Shahane in Jadubai Jorat - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
- ↑ "Bigg Boss Marathi 2: Meet the contestants". The Indian Express. 28 May 2019. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
- ↑ "Bigg Boss Marathi 2: Kishori Shahne-Vij to enter the show? - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 5 July 2021.
- ↑ "Charge Sheet: Catch Kishori Shahne's 'Political' Look In This New Web Series". spotboye.com. Retrieved 7 July 2021.
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