Known For
Acting
Born
Oct 15, 1957
Place of Birth
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Credits
38 titles
Bharati Achrekar
Biography
Bharati Achrekar, born on 15 October 1957, is a renowned Indian actress and singer known for her versatility in Hindi and Marathi films, television, and theatre. Her journey began with professional stage debut at the age of 17, where she portrayed Tansen's daughter. Her several landmark performances in Marathi showcased her range from comedic timing to profound emotional portrayals. Building on the foundation of her theatre experience, she transitioned into feature films with Apne Paraye in 1980. Achrekar has also made significant contributions to Marathi cinema through memorable supporting roles that often explored rural and urban family dynamics. Achrekar reprised her iconic role as Radhika Wagle in the rebooted sitcom Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey, airing on Sony SAB f. Recent appearances include her role as Sarla in the 2024 feature *Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai* and in the 2025 reboot of *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi*. Her oeuvre exemplifies a dynamic range, seamlessly transitioning between comedic, dramatic, and maternal roles across diverse media platforms.
Known For
Filmography
Motherhood
Hemalata Ranade
Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai
Sarla
Panchak
Tarla
Jaishree Aunty
De Dhakka 2
Wagle Ki Duniya
Radhika Wagle
Coolie No. 1
Dadi
Naati Pinky Ki Lambi Love Story
The Kapil Sharma Show
Self
Sumit Sambhal Lega
Dolly Walia
The Lunchbox
Mrs. Khrishnan
Chashme Baddoor
Mrs. Ranjan
Pune 52
Rekha
Chintoo
Joshi Kaku
Fatso!
Sudeep's Mother
Desi Boyz
Jerry's Mother
Rascals
Rosy Gonsalves
Haal-e-Dil
Mrs. Ghosh
Sanai Choughade
Valu
Sarapanch's Wife
The Killer
Nikhil's Mother
Family: Ties of Blood
Vimla Bhatia
Days And Days
Aga Bai Arechya
Tarot Reader
Saatchya Aat Gharat
Flavors
Mrs. Gopalakrishna
Shaka Laka Boom Boom
School Principal
Little John
Nirmala Vishwanath (English/Hindi)
Kyunki... Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi...
Malti Parmeshwar Gokhale
Kaun Banega Crorepati
Self
Bhrashtachar
Ghost's Brother
Savitri
Eeshwar
Ramesh's Wife & Lalita's Sister-In-Law
Wagle Ki Duniya
Radhika Wagle
Sadak Chhap
Kamla
Chameli Ki Shaadi
Champa, Chameli's Mother
Yeh Nazdeekiyan
Neelu (Rajesh's wife)
Apne Paraye
Naintara