Amruta Khanvilkar, an acclaimed Indian actress and model, is renowned for her versatile performances in Marathi and Hindi cinema. Known for her standout roles in “Raazi” and “Natarang,” she continues to captivate audiences across various media platforms.
Full Name: Amruta Khanvilkar
Nick Name: Amu
Date of Birth: 23 November 1984
Age: 39 Years Old
Place of Birth: Pune, Maharashtra
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Hinduism
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Profession: Actress, Model
Family
Father: Raju Khanvilkar
Mother: Gauri Khanvilkar
Brother: None
Sister: Aditi Khanvilkar
Spouse: Himmanshu Malhotra
Marriage Date: 24 January 2015
Physical Measurements
Height: 5 feet 4 inches
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Black
Education
School: Ashok Academy, Mumbai
College: St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Qualification: Graduate
Early Life
Born on November 23, 1984, in Mumbai, Amruta Khanvilkar hails from a Marathi family. Her parents, Ajit and Gauri Khanvilkar, welcomed her into the world, and she has a younger sister named Aditi, who pursued a career as an air hostess.
Following the 1993 Mumbai attacks, Amruta’s family decided to shift to Pune for safety and stability. During her time in Pune, she attended Karnataka High School and later graduated from Marathwada Mitra Mandal College of Commerce.
Career
Amruta Khanvilkar embarked on her career in 2004, stepping into the world of entertainment as a contestant on Zee Cine Star Ki Khoj, one of the first reality shows on Indian television. In the same year, she co-starred in the Hindi short film “Saanjh” alongside Amitabh Bhattacharjee. This film, presented by the Film and Television Institute of India, went on to win the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film on Family Welfare.
Her journey continued in 2005 with appearances on Hindi television shows such as A.D.A. and Time Bomb 9/11. In 2006, Khanvilkar made her film debut in the Marathi comedy “Golmaal,” receiving positive reviews for her performance alongside Bharat Jadhav and Jitendra Joshi. The following year, she made her mark in Hindi cinema with “Mumbai Salsa” and a small role in Milan Luthria’s “Hattrick.”
In 2007, she starred in the successful Marathi film “Saade Maade Teen,” a remake of the 1958 Hindi film “Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi.” Her portrayal garnered acclaim, contributing to the film’s substantial box office success.
In 2008, she collaborated with director Ram Gopal Verma on two films: “Contract” and “Phoonk.” While “Contract” received mixed reviews, “Phoonk” became a box office blockbuster.
The year 2009 saw Khanvilkar in the big-budget Marathi suspense thriller “Gaiir,” where she played a pivotal role in a story revolving around a newly married couple. The film achieved considerable success, both critically and at the box office.
Amruta Khanvilkar’s career took a notable turn in 2010 when she gained widespread popularity for her Lavani performance in the song “Wajale Ki Bara” in Ravi Jadhav’s film “Natarang.” Her impressive cameo in the song became a turning point, earning her recognition even in the interiors of Maharashtra.
Continuing her journey, Khanvilkar reprised her role in “Phoonk 2” in 2010 and showcased her versatility in different genres. The following year, she portrayed Marathi teacher Paranjpe Bai in “Shala,” a film based on Milind Bokil’s novel, which won the Silver Lotus Award at the 59th National Film Awards.
In 2011, she featured in “Arjun” and “Zhakaas,” both commercially successful Marathi films, solidifying her position as a versatile actress. Her performance in “Zhakaas” earned her the Favourite Actress award at the Maharashtracha Favourite Kon Awards.
In 2012, she was seen in Aditya Sarpotdar’s musical “Satrangi Re” and the musical drama “Aayna Ka Bayna,” where she portrayed a dance therapist. Her outstanding performance in the latter earned her the Best Actress award at the CineRockom International Film Festival.
In 2013, Khanvilkar made a special appearance in the song “Dhoka Dhoka” from the Hindi film “Himmatwala.” In 2015, Amruta Khanvilkar returned to the big screen with five releases after a year’s absence. Her first appearance was in the Marathi superhero film “Baji,” where she played the daring love interest of Shreyas Talpade’s character.
Following that, she featured in Vikram Bhatt’s Marathi production “Ek Doosrey Ke Liye” and the Marathi remake of the Bengali film “Hemlock Society,” titled “Welcome Zindagi.” Her role in “Welcome Zindagi” showcased her as an independent girl with an unstable life, adding depth to her portrayal.
Another significant film in 2015 was “Katyar Kaljat Ghusali,” where Khanvilkar gained recognition for her portrayal of Zareena, Khansaheb’s daughter. Her dedication to mastering the nuances of the Urdu language for this role garnered widespread acclaim.
In 2016, Khanvilkar teamed up for the mystery drama “One Way Ticket,” the first Marathi film shot on a cruise ship. The film received mixed reviews, but her performance was well-appreciated. The following year, she made a small appearance as Maharani in the period war drama film “Rangoon” and worked in the Hindi cineplay “Baaki Itihaas.” Her last release of the year, “Bus Stop,” received poor reviews, but her portrayal of the character Sharayu was noted for breaking away from her usual good-girl image.
2018 marked Khanvilkar’s return to Hindi projects with a significant role in Meghna Gulzar’s “Raazi,” where she played Alia Bhatt’s Pakistani widowed sister-in-law Munira. Her performance received praise from both reviewers and the audience. She also appeared in the action thriller “Satyameva Jayate” alongside Manoj Bajpayee.
The same year, she made her digital debut in the web series “Damaged,” portraying the character Lovina Birdie. In 2019, Khanvilkar made her Marathi television debut with the leading role in “Jeevlaga,” exploring the different shades of relationships. She continued her success streak with a notable role in Mohit Suri’s action thriller “Malang” in 2020, alongside Disha Patani, Aditya Roy Kapoor, and Kunal Khemu.
In 2021, Khanvilkar featured in the Marathi drama “Well Done Baby.” In 2022, Amruta Khanvilkar took on the role of Manasi in Sachin Kundalkar’s “Pondicherry.” The same year, Khanvilkar achieved her first titular role in Prasad Oak’s Marathi musical love drama, “Chandramukhi.” In her brief appearance in the pan-Indian Marathi historical action film “Har Har Mahadev,” Khanvilkar garnered positive reviews for her impressive portrayal of Sonabai.
Continuing her successful run, Khanvilkar reunited with Satish Rajwade in the romantic drama film “Autograph – Ek Japun Thevavi Ashi Lovestory.” In 2024, Khanvilkar is seen in Disney+ Hotstar’s series “Lootere” written by Suparn Varma, Vishal Kapoor, Vaibhav Vishal, Jay Mehta starring opposite Vivek Gomber, Deepak Tijori, Rajat Kapoor, Chandan Roy Sanyal, and Amruta Khanvilkar.
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Amruta Khanvilkar’s dynamic career and diverse roles underscore her enduring impact on the Indian entertainment industry.
