Deeksha Joshi is an Indian actress who works in the Bollywood and Gujarati film industry. He is known for his appearances in films like ‘Dhunki’ (2019) (Gujarati) and ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ (2022) (Hindi).
Wiki/Biography
Deeksha Joshi was born on Friday, December 4, 1992 (age 30 years; in 2022) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Deeksha Joshi’s childhood photos with her father
Deeksha attended Eklavya School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He pursued a master’s degree in English Literature at the College of St. Xavier, Ahmedabad where he worked as an intern at Sabarmati Ashram. Deeksha Joshi holds a Visharad degree in Hindustani classical music.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx): 55 kg
Hair Color: Light Ash Brown
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx): 34-28-34
Family
parents
Deeksha’s parents belong to Nainital, Uttarakhand. His mother’s name is Rashmi Joshi, while his father’s name is Hem Joshi, who is a scientist.
Deeksha Joshi with her mother, Rashmi Joshi
Husband & Son
Deeksha Joshi is unmarried and has no children.
Career
Movie
Gujarat
Deeksha Joshi debuted in the Gujarati film industry with the film ‘Shubh Aarambh’ (2017) in which she played the role of ‘Riddhima.’
Deeksha Joshi as Riddhima in a still from the movie ‘Shubh Aarambh’ (2017)
In 2019, she appeared as ‘Shreya’ in a drama film titled ‘Dhunki.’ Deeksha appeared in many other films like Preeti in ‘Luv Ni Love Storys’ (2020), Sneha in ‘Fakt Mahilao Maate’ (2022), and Richa in ‘Lakiro’ (2023).
Deeksha Joshi as Shreya in the movie ‘Dhunki’ (2019)
Hindi
Deeksha made her Bollywood debut with the film ‘376 D’ in 2020; she appeared as Sandhya in the film.
Deeksha Joshi as Sandhya in a still from the movie ‘376 D’ (2020)
In 2022, she played the role of Preeti in the comedy drama film ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ alongside Ranveer Singh, who played Jayesh Patel aka Jayeshbhai Jordaar (Preeti’s brother) in the film.
Deeksha Joshi as Preeti in a still from the movie ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ (2022)
Award
2018
- International Gujarati Film Festival (IGFF) Award for best actress
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about winning an International Gujarati Film Festival award
- Gujarati Iconic Film Award (GIFA) for Best Actress for the film ‘Sharato Lagu’
Deeksha Joshi after winning the Gujarati Iconic Film Awards 2018
- Received the Upcoming Talent in Gujarati Film award from Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani
Deeksha Joshi while receiving the Upcoming Talent in Gujarati Films award from Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani
2020
- Best Actress (Gujarati) for Dhunki at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards
Deeksha Joshi at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards (2020)
2021
- Gujarat Nu Gaurav for his contribution in the field of entertainment
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post
2023
- Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award for Best Actress (Gujarat)
Deeksha Joshi while receiving the 2023 Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award
Tattoo
Deeksha Joshi got a plant tattoo inked on her right leg; this is his first tattoo.
Deeksha Joshi tattoo on her right leg
He got a Greek ornament tattoo and a cat tattoo on his neck and left arm respectively.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about her tattoo
Piercing
Deeksha has a septum piercing.
septum piercing Deeksha Joshi
Facts/Trivia
- Deeksha has been performing in theater productions since she was in third grade. He has performed in various plays, one of which includes ‘Dream of Hare Sandal,’ performed at Ouroboros Art Hub theater in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Deeksha Joshi in the theater production ‘Dream of Hare Sandal’
- Deeksha loves animals especially cats. He has two pet cats named Myo and Ponyo.
Deeksha Joshi with her pet cats, Myo (left) and Ponyo (right)
- Deeksha is a diligent reader. He has a good collection of books.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about her book collection
- Deeksha also likes to write. In an interview, he discussed his aspirations to explore screenwriting and dialogue writing.
- In an interview, Deeksha spoke about her perception of working in the television industry. He stated that he would never find satisfaction working in the TV industry because he felt it was exhausting.
- Deeksha finds peace and a sense of meditation in her drawing and doodling activities as it helps her achieve a calming state of mind.
Deeksha Joshi showcases her artwork
- Deeksha admires Michael Chekhov, a Russian-American actor. In 2020, he shared a post about Michael Chekhov and mentioned how Chekhov’s acting techniques, particularly his ‘psycho-physical approach,’ had greatly influenced his own creative expression, helping his imagination and emotional depth.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about Michael Chekhov
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