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Plabita Borthakur is an Indian actress and singer. She is known for playing the role of ‘Meghna Verma‘ in Amazon Prime’s web series, “Breathe Into The Shadows.”
Wiki/Biography
Plabita Borthakur was born on Saturday, 17 June 1989 (age 31 years; as in 2020) in the Oil India township of Duliajan, Assam. Her zodiac sign is Gemini.
Plabita Borthakur in childhood
Her hometown is Guwahati, Kamrup, Assam. She did her schooling from Duliajan’s Kendriya Vidyalaya and went to Mumbai’s Jai Hind College to pursue her graduation.
Plabita Borthakur in her school days
Being born to a musician father, Plabita developed a great interest in music at a very young age. She was also good at sports and other cultural activities in her school days. After completing her graduation, Plabita joined Barry John’s acting studio to pursue a course in acting. Plabita started her career by performing at various concerts with her band, “Manu & Chow.”
Plabita Borthakur during a concert
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Family & Caste
Plabita Borthakur belongs to a Brahmin Family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father, Probin Borthakur is an Indian engineer and classical singer. Her mother, Rina Borthakur is a writer, poet, and a former teacher. She has two elder sisters, Parineeta Borthakur (Actress) and Priyangi Borthakur.
Plabita Borthakur with her father
Plabita Borthakur and her mother
Plabita Borthakur and her parents
Plabita Borthakur with her sisters
Husband
She is married to Pranab Buragohain, an artist, entrepreneur, and musician.
Plabita Borthakur with her husband
Career
Plabita started her career as a singer with her band, Manu & Chow. Next, she started featuring in the TV commercials of various brands including Paytm, Britania, Paper Boat, CaratLane, Tata Sky, and Livon. Plabita made her acting debut in 2014 by playing the role of Anushka Sharma‘s younger sister. She, then, played the role of ‘Rehana Abidi’ in the film, “Lipstick Under My Burkha.”
She has also featured in the films, “Waah Zindagi” and “Chhote Nawab.”
Plabita Borthakur in Chhote Nawab
In 2020, Plabita played the role of ‘Meghna Verma’ in Amazon Prime’s video, “Breathe Into The Shadows.”
Plabita Borthakur in Breathe Into The Shadows
Favourite Things
- Colour(s): Wine Red, White
- Travel Destination(s): Las Vegas, Los Angeles
Facts/Trivia
- Her hobbies include playing the guitar, dancing, and cooking.
Plabita Borthakur playing the guitar
- Plabita is often spotted drinking alcohol on various occasions.
- Her family & friends fondly call her Manu.
Plabita Borthakur’s Instagram Profile
- She is an avid dog lover and has two pet dogs.
Plabita Borthakur loves dogs
- Plabita is a fitness enthusiast and visits the gym daily.
- Plabita became so popular after featuring in the Paytm advertisement that people started calling her ‘Paytm girl.’