Akshara Singh
Indian actress
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Akshara Singh (pronounced [əkˈʂəɾaː ˈsɪŋɡʱ]; born 30 August 1993) is an Indian actress who primarily works in Bhojpuri films. Referred to in the media as the "Bhojpuri Female Superstar". She has received several accolades.[1][2] Singh is known for her roles in Tabadala, Sarkar Raj and Satya.[3] In 2021, she participated in Bigg Boss OTT 1.[4]
- Actress
- dancer
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| Years active | 2010–present |
Career
Singh made her acting debut opposite Ravi Kishan in the 2010 action drama Satyamev Jayate. She subsequently appeared in 2011 family drama Pran Jaye Par Vachan Na Jaye.[5]
Singh first appeared in Hindi television in 2015 on Kaala Teeka and Service Wali Bahu on Zee TV.[6] Singh subsequently played the role of Gandhari in the Indian historical epic Suryaputra Karn and Kadika for the historical show Porus on Sony TV.[7]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Note | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Satyamev Jayate | Neha | [8][9] | |
| 2012 | Saugandh Ganga Maiya Ke | Laila | [10] | |
| 2013 | Diler | Rani | [11][12] | |
| 2015 | Saathiya | Khushi | [13] | |
| 2017 | Satya | Sapna | [14] | |
| Tabadala | Kiran | [15] | ||
| Dhadkan | Gulabo | [16] | ||
| Sarkar Raj | Sapna | [17] | ||
| 2018 | Maa Tujhe Salaam | Geeta | [18] | |
| 2020 | Love Marriage | Sudha | [19] | |
| 2025 | Rudra - Shakti | [20] | ||
| 2026 | Welcome to the Jungle | Special appearance in song "Ghis Ghis Ghis" | Hindi film | [21] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Note(s) | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Kaala Teeka | Madhuri Jha | Serial drama | [22][6] |
| Service Wali Bahu | Gulkand Ayodhya Prasad | [23] | ||
| 2017–2018 | Porus | Maharani Kadika | Indian historical drama | [24] |
Media image
Singh is considered among the most popular and highest paid Bhojpuri actress.[25][26] She is one of the most followed Bhojpuri actress on Instagram.[27][28]
Singh joined Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj campaign hinting she may contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024.[29] She said:
"If it's in my destiny and I'll get love and support of people I may contest the poll but only time will tell about this [...] Being a daughter of Bihar, I would love to serve for the betterment and development of the State."
