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Deeksha Joshi is an Indian actor who works in Bollywood and Gujarati film industry. She is known for her appearance in films like ‘Dhunki’ (2019) (Gujarati) and ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ (2022) (Hindi).
Wiki/Biography
Deeksha Joshi was born on Friday, 4 December 1992 (age 30 years; as of 2022) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Her zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Deeksha Joshi’s childhood picture with her father
Deeksha attended Eklavya School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. She pursued a master’s degree in English Literature at St. Xavier’s College, Ahmedabad during which she 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 Colour: Light Ash Brown
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34
Family
Parents
Deeksha’s parents belong to Nainital, Uttarakhand. Her mother’s name is Rashmi Joshi, while her father’s name is Hem Joshi, who is a scientist.
Deeksha Joshi with her mother, Rashmi Joshi
Husband & Children
Deeksha Joshi is unmarried and has no children.
Career
Film
Gujarati
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 film ‘Shubh Aarambh’ (2017)
In 2019, she appeared as ‘Shreya’ in a drama film titled ‘Dhunki.’ Deeksha appeared in many other films such as Preeti in ‘Luv Ni Love Storys’ (2020), Sneha in ‘Fakt Mahilao Maate’ (2022), and Richa in ‘Lakiro’ (2023).
Deeksha Joshi as Shreya in the film ‘Dhunki’ (2019)
Hindi
Deeksha made her debut in Bollywood with the film ‘376 D’ in 2020; she appeared as Sandhya in the film.
Deeksha Joshi as Sandhya in a still from the film ‘376 D’ (2020)
In 2022, she played the role of Preeti in the comedy-drama film ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ alongside Ranveer Singh, who played the role of Jayesh Patel aka Jayeshbhai Jordaar (Preeti’s brother) in the film.
Deeksha Joshi as Preeti in a still from the film ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ (2022)
Awards
2018
- International Gujarati Film Festival (IGFF) award for best actor female
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about winning the International Gujarati Film Festival award
- Gujarati Iconic Film Award (GIFA) for Best Actress for the film ‘Sharato Lagu’
Deeksha Joshi after winning Gujarati Iconic Film Award 2018
- Received Upcoming Talent in Gujarati Films’ award from the Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijay Rupani
Deeksha Joshi while receiving the Upcoming Talent in Gujarati Films’ award from the Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijay Rupani
2020
- Best Actress (Gujarati) for Dhunki at Critics’ Choice Film Awards
Deeksha Joshi while holding the Critics’ Choice Film Award (2020)
2021
- Gujarat Nu Gaurav for her contribution to the field of entertainment
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post
2023
- Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award for Best Actress (Gujarati)
Deeksha Joshi while receiving Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023
Tattoos
Deeksha Joshi got a plant tattoo inked on her right leg; this was her first tattoo.
Deeksha Joshi’s tattoo on her right leg
She got a Grecian ornament tattoo and a cat tattoo inked on her neck and left arm respectively.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about her tattoos
Piercing
Deeksha has a septum piercing.
Deeksha Joshi’s septum piercing
Facts/Trivia
- Deeksha has been performing in theatrical productions since she was in third grade. She has performed in various plays, one of which includes ‘Dream of Hare Sandal,’ which was performed at Ouroboros Art Hub theatre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Deeksha Joshi in the theatrical production ‘Dream of Hare Sandal’
- Deeksha loves animals, especially cats. She has two pet cats named Myo and Ponyo.
Deeksha Joshi with her pet cats, Myo (left) and Ponyo (right)
- Deeksha is an ardent reader. She boasts a good collection of books.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about her book collection
- Deeksha is into writing as well. In an interview, she discussed her aspiration to explore scriptwriting and dialogue writing.
- In an interview, Deeksha talked about her perception of working in the television industry. She expressed that she wouldn’t find fulfilment working in the TV industry as she perceives it to be draining.
- Deeksha finds solace and a sense of meditation in her drawing and doodling activities as they help her achieve a calming state of mind.
Deeksha Joshi showcasing a piece of her art
- Deeksha admires Michael Chekhov, a Russian-American actor. In 2020, she shared a post about Michael Chekhov and mentioned how Chekhov’s acting technique, notably the ‘psycho-physical approach,’ has greatly influenced her own creative expression, aiding her imagination and emotional depth.
Deeksha Joshi’s Instagram post about Michael Chekhov