Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 19/12/1984 |
| Age | 41 years |
| Birthplace | Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Marriage Date | 14/12/2021 |
| Husband | Vicky Jain |
Latest News about Ankita Lokhande
2023/12/01
Ankita Lokhande faced controversy on Bigg Boss 17 when she and husband Vicky Jain received special medical treatments for hair and scalp issues. During a medical consultation, Ankita was overheard asking the doctor about outside events, which other contestants deemed unfair. House captain Munawar Faruqui subsequently requested discontinuation of her scalp treatment, though Vicky's hair patch maintenance was allowed to continue as a contractual requirement.
2025/06/01
Ankita Lokhande revealed in a post-Bigg Boss 17 interview that she has developed anxiety issues and finds it difficult to watch episodes of the show. She cited health reasons for declining social invitations and stated she is focusing on maintaining balance while managing her mental health following her experience on the reality show.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Tanuja Lokhande |
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| Famous Role | 'Archana Manav Deshmukh' in the TV serial, 'Pavitra Rishta' |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | She did her schooling from Indore. |
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| College/University | She did her graduation from Indore. |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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| Controversy | Ankita, once, slapped her then-boyfriend, Sushant Singh Rajput, publicly at a party as he was drunk and was dancing with girls around him. |
| Health Issues | Ankita has scalp issues that require regular professional medical treatment. She has also developed anxiety issues post-Bigg Boss 17. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 14/12/2021 |
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Family
| Father | Shashikant Lokhande (died on 12/08/2023 |
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| Mother | Vandana Pandis Lokhande (teacher) |
| Siblings | Arpan Lokhande (younger brother), Sooraj Lokhande, Jyoti Lokhande |
| Spouse | Vicky Jain |
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| Restaurant | Urban Tadka in Mumbai |
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| Colour | White |
| Travel Destination | Ladakh |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ankita Lokhande does drink alcohol. | |
| 2. She is an Indian actress known for portraying ‘Archana Deshmukh’ in the TV serial 'Pavitra Rishta.' | |
| 3. Born into a middle-class Marathi family in Indore, she had no film background. | |
| 4. Ankita was a state-level badminton player and enjoyed sports in her childhood. | |
| 5. Despite starting at Frankfinn academy, Ankita moved to Mumbai in pursuit of acting in 2005. | |
| 6. In 2006, she showcased her dancing talent on the reality show 'Idea Zee Cinestars.' | |
| 7. Her TV debut was supposed to be in the show 'Bali Umar Ko Salaam,' but it got canceled. | |
| 8. Ankita earned ₹10,000 as her first salary. | |
| 9. In 2009, she gained fame as 'Archana' in Zee TV’s 'Pavitra Rishta.' | |
| 10. Ankita appeared on 'Jhaalak Dikhhla Jaa' in 2011 and 'Comedy Circus.' | |
| 11. She also portrayed 'Pragya' in the TV series 'Ek Thhi Naayka.' | |
| 12. Initially, Ankita didn't like Sushant Singh Rajput on the 'Pavitra Rishta' set, but they later dated and separated in 2016. | |
| 13. For her role, she owned over 300 saris for 'Pavitra Rishta.' | |
| 14. Ankita is friends with Rashami Desai, Nandish Sandhu, Jay Bhanushali, Mahhi Vij, and Ragini Khanna. | |
| 15. She auditioned for 'Sultan' and was considered for 'Happy New Year.' | |
| 16. Ankita loves buying makeup, shoes, and diamonds. | |
| 17. Her Bollywood debut was in 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi,' playing Jhalkari Bai. | |
| 18. She also appeared in 'Baaghi 3.' | |
| 19. In 2020, rumors circulated about her engagement to Vicky Jain after flaunting a diamond ring on Instagram. | |
| 20. Ankita and Vicky Jain won 'Smart Jodi' in 2022, taking home a cash prize of Rs. 25 lakh. | |
| 21. She participated in 'Bigg Boss 17' in 2023 and finished as the 3rd runner-up. | |
| 22. In an episode, Ankita discussed a medical scalp issue and clarified the need for professional assistance. | |
| 23. Vicky Jain uses a hair patch that requires professional maintenance every two weeks with medical glue, which was a contractual requirement for their participation in Bigg Boss 17. |