This Actress, Once A Popular TV Vamp, Will Now Be Seen In A New Avatar – News18

Last Updated:November 25, 2024, 14:38 IST

This fierce onscreen antagonist was often seen with a bold bindi and commanding presence.

Television celebs have always received immense love from their audience. Be it actresses or actors, they remain etched in viewers’ memories. Many actresses started their careers playing villains but later experienced a twist of fate that turned them into lead protagonists. One such iconic television actress, known for her chilling line ‘Kalala’, is fondly referred to as Mamma by the industry. This fierce onscreen antagonist, often seen with a bold bindi and commanding presence, is now set to appear as a gentle and loving protagonist in an upcoming show. The actress in question is Harshada Khanvilkar, who made her debut in the industry through the series Abhalmaya. For the past 22-25 years, Harshada has consistently impressed audiences with her versatility and ability to portray every role to perfection.

Harshada’s new television show will soon hit the screens, where she will play the role of a kind and nurturing mother-in-law — a stark departure from her previous roles. In the past, she played a strict mother-in-law, Akkasaheb, in Pudhcha Paaul. Her character was both loving and stern, keeping everyone in check. After this show, she continued to play similar antagonistic roles in various serials. Years later, she appeared in Rang Maza Vegla on Star Pravah, where she portrayed a modern mother-in-law who despised the color black. As the story evolved, so did her character, Saundarya Inamdar, eventually earning the audience’s sympathy.

After Rang Maza Vegla, Harshada was seen in the Star Pravah series Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kaay Asta, where she again took on a negative role.

Now, Harshada is set to return to television with a refreshing character in her new series titled Laxminivas. This time, she will portray a simple and kind-hearted homemaker named Lakshmi. The story revolves around Lakshmi’s journey as she strives to fulfill a dream she shares with her husband. However, the nature of this dream will only be revealed as the show progresses. Laxminivas is set to air soon on Zee Marathi.