Anita Hassanandani career:
Early Career: Anita began her career as a model, appearing in various commercials for brands like EverYuth, Sunsilk, and Boroplus.
Television Debut: She made her television debut with the show “Idhar Udhar” in 1998. However, she gained significant recognition with the TV serial “Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli”.
Early Career
Idhar Udhar (1998): Anita made her television debut with this show, marking the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry.
Breakthrough Roles
Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli (2001): She gained significant recognition with her role as Tanushree in this popular TV serial.
Kkavyanjali (2005-2006): Anita played the lead role of Anjali, a middle-class girl who marries into a business tycoon’s family. This role earned her widespread acclaim and several awards.
Popular TV Shows
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2008): She played the role of Saanchi in this iconic TV show.
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein (2013-2019): Anita portrayed the character of Shagun Arora/Bhalla, a role that made her a household name.
Naagin 3 (2018-2019) and Naagin 4 (2019-2020): She played the role of Vishakha, a shape-shifting serpent, in these popular supernatural series.
Reality Shows
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa (Season 8): Anita participated as a wild card entry.
Nach Baliye 9 (2019): She participated with her husband, Rohit Reddy, and emerged as the first runner-up.
Recent Work
Hum Rahe Na Rahe Hum (2023-present): Anita currently plays the character Roshni in this TV show.
Film Debut: Anita made her film debut in the Telugu movie “Nuvvu Nenu” in 2001. She also appeared in Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi films.
Nuvvu Nenu (2001): Her debut film in Telugu, which was a major success.
Nenunnanu (2004): Special appearance in a song.
Ragada (2010): Played the role of a bank employee.
Tamil Films
Samurai (2002): Her debut in Tamil cinema.
Varushamellam Vasantham (2002): Although released before Samurai, it was her first signed Tamil film.
Sukran (2005)
Hindi Films
Kucch To Hai (2003): Her debut in Bollywood, a thriller film.
Krishna Cottage (2004): A supernatural thriller.
Koi Aap Sa (2005)
Yeh Dil (2003): A remake of her Telugu film “Nuvvu Nenu.”
Kannada Films
Veera Kannadiga (2004): Opposite Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar.
Anita Hassanandani Web Series:
Galti Se Mis-Tech (2018): Anita played the role of Dhara Sehgal in this comedy web series that explores the humorous side of technology in relationships.
Anita Hassanandani MusicVideos:
“Peerh Meri”: This song features Anita alongside Pearl V Puri. It was released by T-Series and became quite popular.
Awards:
Indian Telly Awards
Best Onscreen Couple (with Eijaz Khan) for “Kkavyanjali” (2006)
Best Actress in a Lead Role for “Kkavyanjali” (2006)
Best Actress in a Negative Role for “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” (2015)
Gold Awards
Best Actress in a Negative Role (Popular) for “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” (2014)
Awarded the title of “Most Fashionable Antagonist” for her role in “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” in 2015.
Indian Television Academy Awards
Best Actress in a Negative Role (Jury) for “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” (2019)
STAR Parivaar Awards
Favourite Hottest Jodi for “Kkavyanjali” (2006)
Favourite Bahu for “Kkavyanjali” (2006)
Favourite Yogya Jodi for “Kkavyanjali” (2005)
Favourite Naya Sadasya (Female) for “Kkavyanjali” (2005)