Nishi Kohli (Indian Former actor) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Former actor
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	01/01/1935
Age	91 years
Birthplace	Sialkot, Punjab, British India
Hometown	Mumbai
Religion	Hinduism
Zodiac sign	Capricorn

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Real Name	Krishna Kumari Sharma

Marital Status	Widowed

Siblings	Sister - Padmarani
Spouse	Rajkumar Kohli
Children	Son(s) - 2 Rajneesh (Gogi) Kohli (deceased), Armaan Kohli

Debut

Hindi Film	Railway Platform (1955) as Mrs. Kapoor
Punjabi Film	Bhangra (1959) as Banto

Highlights

Nishi Kohli transitioned from her early roles to significant contributions in Punjabi cinema.
She made her mark with notable performances in various films, including supporting roles in Hindi cinema.
Her leading role in the Punjabi film Bhangra (1959) established her as a prominent figure in the regional film industry.
She was among the first actresses to portray a double role in the acclaimed film Satluj De Kandhe (1964).
Kohli's career included collaborations with the famous actor Dara Singh, appearing in several films together.
In addition to her acting career, she remained active in the film production arena through her husband’s company.
She acted in a total of 68 Hindi films, often in secondary roles.
Her prominent Punjabi films include Main Jatti Punjab Di (1964) with Prem Nath and Satluj De Kandhe (1964) with Balraj Sahni.
Notable Bollywood films include Main Nashe Mein Hoon, Ganwaar, Phagun, Boyfriend, Naya Kanoon and Railway Platform (1955).
The last Hindi film she acted in was Ganwaar (1970) as Mrs Rani Rai.

1. After the partition of India, Nishi Kohli relocated to India from Sialkot, Punjab.
2. She excelled in her studies and took typing classes during her school years.
3. Her initial offer to join the film industry came after she participated in acting classes.
4. Despite starting her career with supporting roles, she gained recognition for her work in Punjabi films.
5. The last film she featured in was the Punjabi movie Nanak Naam Jahaz Hai (1969), marking the end of her acting career.
6. She worked in A-list films in Punjab that earned national film awards.
7. She acted in several Punjabi language films including Jija Ji (1961), Guddi (1961), Pind Di Kurhi (1963), Main Jatti Punjab Di (1964), and Dulla Bhatti (1966).