Nikita Rawal

Actor, Dancer, Activist, Producer

Indian Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Cancer 5' 6" (168 cm)

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Dancer, Activist, Producer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth17/07/1989
Age37 years
BirthplaceMumbai, Maharashtra, India
Zodiac SignCancer

Latest News about Nikita Rawal

08/08/2026

A female fan kissed Nikita Rawal on the lips during a red-carpet appearance at an event, while she was posing for photographers. The incident was captured on video and went viral, prompting online debate about boundaries between celebrities and fans. Nikita appeared startled and uncomfortable during the encounter.

05/08/2026

Nikita Rawal drew attention after criticising Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Ram in the film Ramayana during an appearance on the Bollywood Mascot podcast. She argued that actors taking on such revered mythological roles should be mindful of their public image and statements, and she also referred to an old interview of his. Her remarks, which included a call for people to boycott him, spread widely online.

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Bio/Wiki

Nikita Rawal is an Indian dancer and actress.
She is also associated with social work through the Aastha Foundation.
She works in Hindi and South Indian cinema and has been active in Telugu films since 2012.
She is also known as a hotelier and NGO activist, and is a trained Kathak dancer.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 6" (168 cm)
Eye ColourBrown
Hair ColourBrown

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityMithibai College of Arts, Chauhan Institute of Science & Amrutben Jivanlal College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai
Educational QualificationGraduate

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Food HabitVegan

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affairs/BoyfriendsSangram Singh (rumoured)

Family

Siblings
  • Tirth Rawal (hotelier)
  • Aastha Rawal (model, actor)

Career

Debut FilmMr. Hot Mr. Kool (2007)
Awards, Honours
  • 2019 - Mid-Day Showbiz Icons Award
  • 2022 - Best Actress in a Negative Role - OTT at Lords of Trendz (Season 2)
  • 2022 - An award at the ACE Business and Influencer Awards
  • 2022 - Bizz Glam Award
  • 2022 - India Brand Icon Award
  • 2022 - Dadasaheb Phalke Icon Award at the Dadasaheb Phalke Icon Award Films International (DPIAF)
  • 2022 - International Iconic Experimental Style Diva of Indian Television Award at the 8th International Iconic Awards
  • 2023 - Honorary Doctorate from St. Mother Theresa University, USA
  • 2023 - An award at the Mid-Day Showbiz Awards
  • 2023 - Inspiring Leaders Award
  • 2023 - An award at the Glam & Fashion Awards
  • 2023 - An award at the Jashn-E-Inquilab Awards
  • 2023 - Rashtriya Abhiman Puraskar
  • 2023 - An award at the Perfect Woman Awards
  • 2023 - An award at the Bizz Glam Awards
  • 2024 - Ballistic Promising Personality award at the Boogle Bollywood Ballistic Awards (Season 2)
Notable FilmsBlack & White (2008), The Hero - Abhimanyu (2009), Ammaa Ki Boli (2013), Garam Masala, Cute Kamina
Upcoming FilmRoti Kapda and Romance (lead role alongside Arshad Warsi and Chunky Pandey)

Style Quotient

Car CollectionMercedes-Benz (bought in 2019)

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nikita_rawal/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/NikitaRawalOfficialPage/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Nikita Rawal grew up in Mumbai.
2. She developed an interest in acting from a young age.
3. Nikita is known not only as an actor and dancer but also as an organiser and performer in Bollywood and South Indian films.
4. In 2008, she appeared in the film ‘Black & White.’
5. In 2009, she played the role of Maria in the crime-thriller film ‘The Hero – Abhimanyu.’
6. She has also been working in Tollywood since 2012.
7. In 2013, she appeared in an item number in the film ‘Ammaa Ki Boli.’
8. Apart from her work in entertainment, Nikita Rawal has also been involved in politics and social causes.
9. She also supports and contributes to her sister’s Aastha Foundation.
10. In 2020, she starred in a short film titled ‘No Drugs’ that highlighted the issue of drug abuse.
11. She has also been featured in music videos for songs like ‘Shy Shy Dil’ (2023).
12. Nikita has performed in numerous live shows and has represented India at various international events.
13. She is a trained Kathak dancer who has represented India at national-level events.
14. In 2025, Rawal was briefly linked with wrestler Sangram Singh after their social media interactions sparked dating rumours.
15. Sangram, however, later denied the rumours and stated that they shared only a professional relationship.
16. Nikita is an avid traveller and often shares her travel experiences on social media.
17. She is a fitness enthusiast and regularly hits the gym.
18. Nikita loves animals and has a pet dog.
19. Nikita adopted a vegan lifestyle after watching the documentary ‘The Game Changers’ (2018).

Also born on 17 July

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