Topper In Class 12, Aspired To Be An IAS — But Luck Led Her To John Abraham's Film
Can you guess this stunning beauty from Delhi, who first made her mark working at an advertising agency before stepping into the spotlight alongside Bollywood star John Abraham?
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She is none other than Rashi Khanna. Known not just for her exceptional looks but also for her sharp intellect, Rashi Khanna truly embodies the phrase 'beauty with brains'.
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Originally, she dreamt of becoming an IAS officer, dedicating herself to academics and ambitious goals. However, fate had different plans, guiding her toward the glamour and entertainment industry instead.
Today, Rashi Khanna has carved out a successful career in both South Indian and Hindi cinema, impressing audiences with her versatile performances. Alongside her film work, she has also made a significant impact in the booming OTT world, continuing to grow and evolve as an artist.
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Rashi Khanna topped her 12th board examinations and consistently excelled academically. She completed her schooling in Delhi and went on to graduate in English Literature. While her ambition was to pursue studies and join the civil services, destiny had a different path in store for her.
In an interview, Rashi Khanna revealed that she initially aspired to be a singer but shifted her focus to IAS preparations during college. Ultimately, her path steered her towards acting, a career she never initially envisaged. Before stepping into acting, Rashi Khanna worked as a writer at an advertising agency. She then transitioned to modelling and subsequently acting.
Rashi Khanna made her Bollywood debut with the film Madras Cafe (2013), starring opposite John Abraham, where she aimed to establish herself through her natural charm and dedication. She later starred alongside Nayanthara in the Tamil film Imaikkaa Nodigal (2018). Her notable work also includes the Telugu film Sardar (2022) and the web series Farzi (2023), featuring Shahid Kapoor in the lead role.
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