Name- Anita Hassanandani
Date of Birth- 14 April 1980
Age- 40 years(as in 2019)
Religion- Hindu
Nationality- Indian
Mother- Kavita Hassanandani
Father- Name Not Known (Businessmen)
Sister– 1 Elder sister
Brother- N/A
Marital Status/Marriage- Married to Rohit Reddy
Husband- Rohit Reddy
Son- N/A
Daughter- N/A
Height- 5’4 approx.
Weight- 56kg approx.
Net Worth- N/A
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Anita Hassanandani Biography
Anita Hassanandani is an Indian actress who has worked in multilingual movies and serials. She is primarily known for her work in Bollywood and television industry. Born on 14 April 1980, she completed her schooling and graduation from her hometown in Mumbai itself. The actress rose to fame for playing the role of “Shagun Arora” on Star Plus’s popular television show “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein”. She has been in the showbiz for over a decade and has impressed everyone with her looks and great acting abilities. Over the years, she has experimented with different genres and has lots of memorable roles in her bucket.
Facts About Anita Hassanandani
- Amitabh Bachchan is her Favorite Actor.
- Rekha, Dimple Kapadia and Hema Malini are her Favorite Actresses.
- Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge is her Favorite Movie.
- Yellow, Purple and Green are her Favorite Colors.
- Tom and Jerry is her Favorite Cartoon.
- Reading and Cooking are her Favorite Hobbies.
- Goa and London are her Favorite Destinations.
- She started her career as a model and has worked in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada movies.
- She made her television debut with Ekta Kapoor’s serial “Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli”.
- Her debut in Bollywood as a main lead was with movie “Kuchh To Hai” which was directed by Anurag Basu.
- Her negative role in serial “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” was liked by everyone. The show gave her immense popularity.
- She has hosted reality shows like Comedy Nights Ka Jadoo and Code Red. Also, she appeared in popular comedy show “Comedy Nights Bachao” with comedian Mubeen.
- In the year 2008, she participated in reality show “Fear Factor- Khatron Ke Khiladi”.
- Not only an actor and model but she is also a designer and has launched her own line of signature bags for women.
- Natassha, Anjali and Ani are her nick names.
- Divyanka Tripathi, Krishna Mukherjee, Shireen Mirza and Aditi Bhatia are her good friends.
Anita Hassanandani Family
She was born into a middle class Sindhi family in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Her mother name is Kavita Hassanandani and father name is not known. Her father is a known businessman. She also has an elder sister. The actress shares close bond with her family. Her family has supported her in accomplishing her career in the industry. She with her dedication and hard work has become one of the known & popular actresses of the television industry.
Anita Hassanandani Husband/ Boyfriend
The actress is married to businessmen Rohit Reddy. Rohit and Anita used to go to the same gym and it was Anita’s Indian looks which attracted Rohit’s attention in the gym. Later, they met outside a pub where Anita was waiting for her car. Rohit approached her and his efforts didn’t stop there, he followed her on Facebook. Post this, they met again through a common friend. And in no time, they both have realized their love for each other after first few dates. The couple after dating for more than 2 years decided to get married. On 14 October 2013, they tied knot in Goa in the south Indian style accompanied by close family & friends.
Before Rohit, her name was linked with television actor Eijaz Khan. But the couple broke up in 2010 due to Eijaz’s closeness with Canadian singer named Natalie De Luccio.
Anita Hassanandani Career/ Television shows
The actress started her career as a model. She has been part of brands like BSNL Mobile, Sunsilk, Parle, Krackjack, Naturelle Coconut Oil, Move Pain Killer and Sprite. After her successful modeling career, she made her television debut with serial “Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli”. The show gave her immense popularity. Followed this, she did many successful daily soaps and reality shows. Her career took the turning point when she was approached for serial “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein”. This show made her the household name and in no time she grabbed other big opportunities in the industry. Here is the list of daily soaps and reality shows she has been part of:
Year Television Shows Role
2000 Hare Kanch Ki Choodiyan Nisha
2001–2002 Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii Tanushree
2005–2006 Kkavyanjali Anjum Salve/Anjali Kkavya Nanda
2007 Kayamath Swati Bhatia/Preeti
2007–2008 Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Sanchi Virani
2008 Kya Dill Mein Hai Tapur
Kahaani Hamaaray Mahaabhaarat Ki Draupadi/Panchali
2008–2009 Kasamh Se Anita Kapadia
2009 Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 1 Contestant
2009 Dancing Queen
2009 Comedy Circus Ka Jadoo Host
2010 Anhoniyon Ka Andhera Anahita Mallik
2011 Kitchen Championship 4 Contestant
2011 Teri Meri Love Stories Simran
2011 Gutur Gu 2 Anita Ahuja
2012 Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya Anchor
2012 Lakhon Mein Ek Neelam Kapoor
2012 Teri Meri Love Stories Simran
2013 Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon Sanya
2013–2014 Yeh Hai Aashiqui Priyanka
2013–present Yeh Hai Mohabbatein Shagun Arora
2014 MTV Fanaah Preet/Dr. Yamini
2014 Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya Pari
2014–2015 Box Cricket League 1 Contestant
2015 Code Red—Talaash Host
2015 Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8 Contestant
2015 Comedy Classes
2015–2017 Comedy Nights Bachao
2016 Bahu Hamari Rajni Kant Priya
2016 Box Cricket League 2 Contestant
2016 Bigg Boss 9 Guest
2016 Bigg Boss 10 Guest
2017 Trideviyaan Cameo
2016 Bigg Boss 11 Guest
2018 Sajan Re Phir Se Jhoot Mat Bolo Jaya
2018 Box Cricket League 3 Contestant
2018 Comedy Dangal Contestant
2018 Comedy Circus Contestant
2018–present Naagin 3 Vishakha "Vish" Khanna
2018 Bigg Boss 12 Guest
2019–present Khatra Khatra Khatra Participant
2019 Kaal Kalki TBA
Anita Hassanandani Movies
She is a multilingual actress who has worked in Hindi, Tamil and Kannada movies. However, she didn’t make it on top in her filmy career. But she has been part of many movies. Few of her movies were hit while others didn’t work up to her expectations. Even she was in depression for 6 months due to her failed filmy career. Here is the list of movies she has been part of:
Year Movies
1999 Taal
2001 Nuvvu Nenu
2002 Varushamellam Vasantham
2002 Samurai
2002 Sreeram
2002 Thotti Gang
2003 Kucch To Hai
2003 Yeh Dil
2003 Ninne Ishtapaddanu
2003 Aadanthe Ado Type
2003 Nenu Pelliki Ready
2004 Nenunnanu
2004 Krishna Cottage
2004 Veera Kannadiga
2005 Sukran
2005 Silsiilay
2005 Koi Aap Sa
2006 Gandugali Kumara Rama
2007 Dus Kahaniyaan
2007 Just Married
2008 Nayagan
2009 Ek Se Bure Do
2010 Benny and Babloo
2010 Huduga Hudugi
2011 Maharaja
2011 Aha Naa Pellanta
2012 Genius
2014 Ragini MMS 2
2014 Yaaran Da Katchup
2015 Hero
2016 Manalo Okkadu
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