Shivangi Joshi's 5 Most Iconic Roles Ranked: From Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai to Balika Vadhu 2
1. Naira Singhania Goenka: Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (2016–2021)
The character of Naira from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai defined her career. Her character came like a breath of fresh air, who balanced tradition with independence, and this helped her connect with viewers across generations. From family drama, romance, strength, and vulnerability - she possessed all. Her bridal entry scene in the show remains etched in the hearts of her fans, and she became the soul of the show, alongside Mohsin Khan. Their chemistry was widely appreciated, to the extent that fans are still in the hope of their reunion on the screen.
2. Aradhana Radhi Sahni: Barsatein – Mausam Pyaar Ka (2023–2024)
In Barsatein – Mausam Pyaar Ka, Shivangi took up a challenging and more mature role, where she played the emotionally layered Aradhana. This show focused on modern-day relationships, heartbreak, and healing where Shivangi delivered a nuanced performance. While this series was appreciated for its fresh storytelling, it also highlighted her sizzling chemistry with her co-actor Kushal Tandon. The duo is rumored to be dating each other.
Here's an exclusive video of Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tandon's first interview together:
3. Anandi: Balika Vadhu 2 (2021–2022)
After leaving a strong impact on the audience with Naira's character, taking up an equally solid role for her next project became extremely important for her. Hence, she took up the character of Anandi in the reboot of the evergreen show, Balika Vadhu. Taking up this role wasn't an easy task for Shivangi but unfortunately, the reboot didn't enjoy the same success as the original season, and it eventually went off-air. However, Shivangi's portrayal of a modern and kind-hearted college-going Anandi made her likable.
4. Poonam Kumari – Begusarai (2015–2016)
Before Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Shivangi played the role of Poonam Kumari in Begusarai, alongside Shweta Tiwari. This laid the foundation for Shivangi to prove herself as a capable actor, in which she succeeded. Her powerhouse performance in this show won hearts. She still maintains a close bond with her co-actor Shweta Tiwari.
Here's an exclusive video of Shivangi narrating her life's journey:
5. Aayat Malik: Beintehaa (2013)
Beintehaa marked the debut of Shivangi Joshi on television, where she played Aayat Malik. This was relatively a small role but the audience saw glimpses of her potential in this show, and she never looked back
Pinkvilla wishes a very happy birthday to Shivangi Joshi.
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