Meet actress who wanted to become an IAS officer, one decision changed her life, made her debut with John Abraham, now rules on OTT, her name is…
This actress once dreamt of becoming an IAS officer and was deeply focused on academics, but destiny had a different path in mind. A single decision shifted the course of her life, taking her from textbooks to film sets. Her journey began with a powerful debut alongside a popular action star known for his intense roles. Though her entry into films was modest, her talent quickly found its place in the OTT world and now she has become a huge phenomenon in the industry. Actress Raashii Khanna
Here we are talking about actress Raashii Khanna, Rashi Khanna made her Bollywood debut in the 2013 film, Madras Cafe, where she starred with John Abraham, aiming to showcase her natural charm and commitment on screen. Later, she appeared with Nayanthara in the 2018 Tamil movie Imaikkaa Nodigal. Born on November 30, 1990, in Delhi, she graduated in English from Delhi University before entering the glamorous world of entertainment.
During an interview, Raashii Khanna shared that she originally wanted to be a singer but changed her focus to IAS exam preparations during her college years. Eventually, her journey led her to acting, a profession she had not initially considered. Before acting, Raashii worked as a writer at an advertising agency, then moved into modeling and later acting. Raashii Khanna's Notable Works
Today, Raashii Khanna has built a successful career in both South Indian and Hindi films, captivating audiences with her diverse performances. In addition to her film roles, she has also made a notable mark in the growing OTT industry, continually evolving as an artist. She has also appeared in well-known projects like Bengal Tiger, Jil, Sardar, Thiruchitrambalam, Venky Mama and World Famous Lover.
Recently, she has become recognized in the OTT space with shows like Farzi, where she starred with Shahid Kapoor, and the crime series Rudra: The Edge Of Darkness, featuring Ajay Devgn. The actress was last seen in the 2024 action thriller Yodha opposite actor Sidharth Malhotra and Disha Patani, helmed by Sagar Ambre and Pushkar Ojha.
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