Bhagyashree Patwardhan is an Indian Actress and Social Worker. She was born on 23 February 1969, in Sangli, Maharashtra, India. Her full name is Shrimant Rajkumari Bhagyashree Raje Patwardhan. She is best known for playing the role of Suman in the Bollywood film Maine Pyaar Kiya. She started her acting career in 1987 by playing the role of ‘Alka’ in the TV show “Kachchi Dhoop”. She made her Bollywood debut in 1989 with the Bollywood film Maine Pyaar Kiya, in which she played the role of Suman. In 2005, she also acted in the documentary film ‘Sunset Bollywood’. In 2009, she participated in the dance reality show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ season 3.
Name | Bhagyashree Patwardhan |
Full Name | Shrimant Rajkumari Bhagyashree Raje Patwardhan |
Nickname | Bhagyashree |
Date of birth | 23 February 1969 |
Birthplace | Sangli, Maharashtra, India |
Age (as in 2022) | 53 years old |
Zodiac sign | Pisces |
Profession | Actress, Philanthropist |
Known For | Suman in Bollywood film Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989) |
Nationality | Indian |
Religion | Hinduism |
Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Food habit | Not Known |
Hobbies | Traveling, Listening to music |
Years active | 1989- present |

Bhagyashree Patwardhan Career –
- She started her acting career in 1987 by playing the role of ‘Alka’ in the TV show “Kachchi Dhoop”.
- She made her Bollywood debut in 1989 with the Bollywood film Maine Pyaar Kiya, in which she played the role of Suman.
- In 1992, she played the role of Pooja Choudhry in the film Qaid Mein Hai Bulbul.
- In the same year, she played the role of Aarti Shakti Dayal in the film Tyagi.
- Also in 1992, she played the role of Paayal in the film Paayal
- In 1993, she played the role of Roopa in the film Ghar Aaya Mera Pardesi.
- In 1997, she played the role of Rani in the kannada film Ammavra Ganda.
- In the same year, she played the role of Shashi in the film Omkaram.
- Also in 1997, she appeared in the film Sautan Ki Sautan.
- In 1998, she made her Telugu film debut with the film Yuvaratna Rana in which she played the role of Dr. Kasthuri.
- In 2001, she played the role of Nupur in Sony TV’s serial C.I.D.
- In 2002, she played the role of Borsha/ Urmi in the Bengali film Shotru Dhongsho.
- In 2003, she appeared in films Avunaa! and Maa Santoshi Maa.
- In the same year, she played the role of Sanobar Kabir in Zee TV’s serial Kabhie Kabhie.
- In 2005, she also acted in the documentary film ‘Sunset Bollywood’.
- In the same year, she also directed the television series Studio One.
- In 2006, she played the role of Simran Kohli in the film Humko Deewana Kar Gaye and Akanksha in the film Janani.
- In the same year, she appeared in the Bhojpuri Film Uthaile Ghoonghta Chand Dekhle.
- Also in 2006, she appeared in the film Gandugali Humara Rama.
- In 2007, she played the role of Jyoti in the Bhojpuri Film Janam Janam Ke Saath
- In the same year, she appeared in the Marathi film Mumbai Aamchich.
- In 2009, she participated in the dance reality show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ season 3.
- In the same year, she appeared in the Marathi film Zhak Marli Bayoo Keli.
- In 2010, she played the role of Uma in the film Red Alert: The War Within.
- In the same year, she appeared in the Bengali film Sati Behula.
- In 2013, she appeared in the film Deva.
- From 2014-2015, she played the role of Amrita Swaika in Life Ok’s TV serial Laut Aao Trisha.
- In March 2015, she became the brand ambassador of the Bhagyashree Scheme, launched by the Government of Maharashtra.
- In 2019, she played the role of Meera in the kannada film Seetharama Kalyana.
- In 2021, she played the role of Sandhya in the Bilingual film Thalaivii.
- In the same year, she appeared as guest in Zee Comedy Show.
- In 2022, she played the role of Girija Rani (Prabhas’ mother) in the Bilingual film Radhe Shyam.
- In the same year, she participated as a contestant in Star Plus’s Smart Jodi, along with her husband Himalaya Dassani.
Bhagyashree Patwardhan Family Background –
Bhagyashree Patwardhan was born and brought up in Sangli, Maharashtra, India. She belongs to a Hindu Royal Family of Sangli. Her father’s name is Meherban Shrimant Rajasaheb Vijay Singhrao Madhavrao Patwardhan. Her father is the Raja of Sangli, Maharashtra, India. Her mother’s name is Shrimant Akhand Soubhagyavati Rani Rajyalakshmi Patwardhan, who is a homemaker. She has two younger sisters named Madhuvanti Patwardhan and Purnima Patwardhan.
Father | Meherban Shrimant Rajasaheb Vijay Singhrao Madhavrao Patwardhan (Raja of Sangli) |
Mother | Shrimant Akhand Soubhagyavati Rani Rajyalakshmi Patwardhan (Homemaker) |
Brother | N/A |
Sister | Madhuvanti Patwardhan, Purnima Patwardhan |
Bhagyashree Patwardhan Marital status/ Relationship and More –
Marital status of Bhagyashree Patwardhan is Married. She is married to businessman Himalaya Dassani in the year 1990. They have two children a Son named Abhimanyu Dassani and a daughter name Avantika Dassani.
Marital status | Married |
Affairs/ Boyfriend | Himalaya Dassani |
Husband/ Spouse | Himalaya Dassani (Businessman) |
Marriage Date | Year 1990 |
Children | Daughter – Avantika Dassani (b. 1995) Son – Abhimanyu Dassani (Actor) |

Bhagyashree Patwardhan Height/ Weight & Physical State –
The height of Bhagyashree Patwardhan is approximately 5 feet 4 inches and the body weight is around 57 kg. Her body type is hourglass Slim and her full body measurements are 34-28-36 Inches. She has stylish black colour hair and sparkling star-like black colour eyes.
Height | 5’4″ (163 cm) |
Weight | 57 kg (126 lbs) |
Chest | 34 Inches |
Waist | 28 Inches |
Hips | 36 Inches |
Figure | 34-28-36 Inches |
Body type | Hourglass Slim |
Eye colour | Black |
Hair colour | Black |
Bhagyashree Patwardhan Favourite Things –
Favourite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan |
Favourite Actress | Rekha |
Favourite Food | Homemade Healthy Food |
Favourite Colour | Black |
Favourite Sport | Crick et |
Favourite Place | London, Dubai |

Bhagyashree Patwardhan Educational Qualification –
We don’t have any information available about her schooling and college. When we have any information available about her educational qualification then we will update you soon.
School | Not Known |
College | Not Known |
Qualification | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) |
Bhagyashree Patwardhan’s Net worth –
The net worth of Bhagyashree Patwardhan is estimated to be between $1 Million – $5 Million dollars. Bhagyashree Patwardhan’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actress.
Net worth (2022) | $1 Million – $5 Million dollars |
Source of Income | Acting |
Some lesser-known facts about Bhagyashree Patwardhan –
- Does Bhagyashree Patwardhan Smoke? Not Known
- Does Bhagyashree Patwardhan Drink Alcohol? Not Known
- She was born and brought up in Sangli, Maharashtra, India.
- She belongs to a Hindu Royal Family of Sangli.
- Her father is the Raja of Sangli, Maharashtra, India.
- She is best known for playing the role of Suman in Bollywood film Maine Pyaar Kiya.
- She started her acting career in 1987 by playing the role of ‘Alka’ in the TV show “Kachchi Dhoop”.
- In 1990, she won the Filmfare Award for Best female debut for the film ‘Maine Pyaar Kiya’.
- In 2005, she also acted in the documentary film ‘Sunset Bollywood’.
- She got married to businessman Himalaya Dassani.
- In 2009, she participated in the dance reality show ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ season 3.
- In March 2015, she became the brand ambassador of the Bhagyashree Scheme, launched by the Government of Maharashtra.