Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 15/04/1968 |
| Age | 58 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Latest News about Manasi Joshi Roy
24/09/2026
Manasi Joshi Roy spoke about reviving her Ganeshotsav tradition after years of not celebrating it at home. She explained that busy schedules and a changing relationship with the festival had affected the tradition, and shared that she has now reconnected with it while working on Lakshmi Niwas.
18/09/2026
Manasi Joshi Roy marked 28 years of her television show Saaya by reflecting on the project that helped establish her as a television actor. Reports also noted that she is currently appearing in Lakshmi Niwas, which premiered on Zee TV on 12 January 2026. The coverage highlighted her continued work in television after a long career across acting and production.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name/Full Name | Manasi Joshi Roy |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Ms Google |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School, Mumbai |
|---|---|
| College | Mithibai College, Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Aries |
|---|---|
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Travelling, writing |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Marriage Date | 23/06/1999 |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Rohit Roy (Actor) |
Family
| Father | Arvind Joshi (Gujarati Theatre Actor, Director & Producer) |
|---|---|
| Mother | Usha Joshi |
| Brother | Sharman Joshi (Actor) |
| Sister | Not Known |
| Spouse | Rohit Roy (Actor) |
| Children | Kiara Bose Roy (b. 2002) |
| Uncle | Pravin Joshi (Actor) |
| Aunt | Sarita Joshi (Actress) |
| Cousins | Ketaki Dave (Actress), Purbi Joshi (Actress), Poonam Joshi (Actress) |
Career
| Theatre Debut | Age 16 with plays including 'Eni Sugandhno Dariyo', 'Tamari Neha', 'I ought to be in pictures' |
|---|---|
| Television Debut | Gaatha on Star Plus |
| Notable TV Roles | Sudha in Saaya (1999), Gharwali Uparwali on Star Plus, Kkusum on Sony TV, Lakshmi in Lakshmi Niwas on Zee TV |
| Film Debut | Just Married (2007) |
| Production | Co-founder of MAGICWORKS! production house (2007) with husband Rohit Roy; produced fiction shows, non-fiction shows, and films including Pankh starring Bipasha Basu and Lillete Dubey |
| Reality TV | Nach Baliye Season 1 (2005) with husband Rohit Roy |
| Recent TV Roles | Protagonist in 'Kyunki Saas Maa Bahu Beti Hoti Hai' (KSMBBHH); previously seen in 'Yeh Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar' (ended June 2024) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Manasi Joshi is the daughter of renowned Gujarati theatre figure Arvind Joshi. | |
| 2. She began her career as a theatre artist at 16 years old. | |
| 3. Manasi has appeared in various commercial advertisements for well-known brands. | |
| 4. She was the pioneering Indian host for Star Movies. | |
| 5. In 1999, she received the Screen Best Actress Award. | |
| 6. In 2007, she co-founded the production house 'MAGICWORKS!' with her husband. | |
| 7. She initiated her blog 'This, That & the Other' in 2012. | |
| 8. Manasi Joshi is known for her love of travel and passion for food. | |
| 9. She debuted on television with the serial 'Gaatha' on Star Plus. | |
| 10. She participated in 'Nach Baliye' Season 1 in 2005 with her husband Rohit Roy. | |
| 11. She has acted in short films like 'Ek Din Achanak', 'Cute Meets Love', and 'Love Story'. | |
| 12. She made her Bollywood debut with 'Just Married' in 2007. | |
| 13. She is known for versatile performances across television, theatre, and film. | |
| 14. Does Manasi Joshi Roy smoke?: Not Known | |
| 15. Does Manasi Joshi Roy drink alcohol?: Yes |
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