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Ankita Lokhande

Ankita Lokhande is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi television and films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ankita Lokhande is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi television and films. She is best known for playing Archana Manav Deshmukh in the television series *Pavitra Rishta* and has also appeared in films such as *Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi* and *Baaghi 3*. Lokhande is relevant to Canadian readers through the global reach of Hindi television, Indian cinema, and the South Asian diaspora in Canada.

Early life

Ankita Lokhande was born Tanuja Lokhande on 19 December 1984 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India. Sources describe her as coming from a Marathi family.

Career

Lokhande made her acting debut with *Pavitra Rishta* in 2009, which became her breakthrough role as Archana Manav Deshmukh. The series aired from 2009 to 2014 and brought her widespread recognition. She later made her film debut with *Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi* in 2019, and also appeared in *Baaghi 3* and the reality series *Bigg Boss 17*.

Recognition

Her performance in *Pavitra Rishta* earned her several television awards, including Gold Awards and Indian Telly Awards.

Personal life

She married businessman Vicky Jain in 2021. Some sources also list her as Ankita Lokhande Jain.

Key facts

  • Ankita Lokhande is known for playing Archana Manav Deshmukh in *Pavitra Rishta*.
  • She made her film debut with *Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi* in 2019.
  • She has won multiple Gold Awards and Indian Telly Awards for her television work.
  • She married Vicky Jain in 2021.
  • Her work reaches Canadian audiences through the South Asian diaspora and global Indian media.
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Canadian context

Ankita Lokhande is relevant to Canadian readers through the global reach of Hindi television, Indian cinema, and the South Asian diaspora in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ankita Lokhande?
Ankita Lokhande is an Indian actress known for Hindi television and films, especially *Pavitra Rishta*.
What is Ankita Lokhande's birth name?
Her birth name is Tanuja Lokhande.
When was Ankita Lokhande born?
She was born on 19 December 1984.
What role made Ankita Lokhande famous?
She became widely known for playing Archana Manav Deshmukh in *Pavitra Rishta*.
Is Ankita Lokhande married?
Yes. She married Vicky Jain in 2021.
What films and shows is she known for?
Her notable credits include *Pavitra Rishta*, *Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi*, *Baaghi 3*, and *Bigg Boss 17*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankita_Lokhande
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, occupation, years active, spouse, notable works, and career overview.
  2. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/ankita-lokhande/1085565
    Supports: Career highlights including Pavitra Rishta, Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, Bigg Boss 17, and awards references.
  3. India TV News — https://www.indiatvnews.com/profile/ankita-lokhande/3
    Supports: Television debut in Pavitra Rishta and film debut in Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi.
  4. ZEE5 — https://www.zee5.com/celebs/ankita-lokhande
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and family background.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3860509/
    Supports: Actress identity and credits.