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Prachi Desai: Biography, Facts and Career

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Prachi Desai (born 12 September 1988), is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi films and television. Desai is a recipient of several accolades including an IIFA Award and four Indian Telly Awards, as well as two Filmfare Awards nominations. Desai marked her acting debut with the successful television drama Kasamh Se (2006–2008). In 2007, she emerged as the winner of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 2. Following this, Desai made her film debut with Rock On!! (2008), receiving the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut nomination. Desai received the IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of a gangster's lover in Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010). After appearing in the action comedy Bol Bachchan (2012), which remains her biggest commercial success, the romantic comedy I, Me Aur Main (2013) and the biographical sports drama Azhar (2016), she took a break from acting. Desai returned to films in 2021 with the thriller Silence... Can You Hear It? and then expanded to web with the Telugu series Dhootha (2023). Alongside her acting career, Desai is a celebrity endorser for brands and products.

Quick facts about Prachi Desai

  • Full name: Prachi Desai
  • Born: 1988-09-12
  • Nationality: India
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q62136

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Who is Prachi Desai?

Prachi Desai (born 12 September 1988), is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi films and television.

What nationality is Prachi Desai?

Prachi Desai is India.

When was Prachi Desai born?

Prachi Desai was born on 1988-09-12.

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