Radhika Apte
Indian ActressBorn as Radhika Apte, she is often affectionately referred
to by her fans and the media as the "Indie Star" or the "Queen
of OTT." A graduate in Economics and Mathematics who also studied
contemporary dance in London, she has carved a unique path in cinema, moving
from experimental theatre to becoming a global face for streaming platforms,
known for her fearless choice of unconventional and psychologically complex
roles.
- Full Name: Radhika Charudutt Apte
- Nicknames: Indie Star, Queen of OTT
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hindu (Chitpavan Brahmin)
Physical Stats
- Height: 5' 3" (160 cm)
- Weight: 55 kg
- Figure: 34-26-34
- Eyes: Dark Brown
- Hair: Black
Career (Debut)
Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!
(2005)
Career Summary: She
made her screen debut with a small role while still in college. After
gaining critical attention in the Bengali film Antaheen, she became
a household name with a string of powerful performances in 2015,
including Badlapur and Manjhi - The Mountain Man. She
made history as the first Indian actress to be nominated for an International
Emmy Award for her work in Lust Stories and has since become a
global favorite through Netflix projects like Sacred Games, Ghoul,
and Monica, O My Darling.
Family
Parents
- Mom: Dr. Jayashree Apte (Doctor)
- Dad: Dr. Charudutt Apte (Neurosurgeon and Chairman of Sahyadri Hospital)
Sibling
- Brother: Ketan Apte
Spouse: Benedict
Taylor (British Musician, married 2012)