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Radhika Madan

Radhika Madan is an Indian actress known for work in Hindi television and films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Radhika Madan is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi television and films. She first gained prominence for playing Ishaani in the television soap opera *Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi* (2014–2016) and later moved into feature films with *Pataakha* (2018).

Early life and education

Radhika Madan was born on 1 May 1995 in Pitampura, New Delhi, India. She studied at Delhi Public School before attending Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi. Some sources also identify her as a trained dancer who worked as a dance instructor before beginning her acting career.

Television career

Madan made her screen debut in the Colors TV soap opera *Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi*, where she played the character Ishaani. The role is widely cited as her breakthrough performance and brought her significant recognition.

Film career

She made her Hindi film debut in Vishal Bhardwaj's *Pataakha* (2018). She subsequently appeared in a range of mainstream and independent productions, including *Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota*, *Angrezi Medium*, *Shiddat*, *Sanaa*, *Kacchey Limbu*, and *Kuttey*.

Awards and recognition

For her debut film *Pataakha*, Madan won the Screen Award for Best Female Debut. She also won a Filmfare OTT Award for her role in the anthology series *Ray* (2021). Some sources additionally report an IIFA Award for *Angrezi Medium*.

Key facts

  • She made her acting debut in the Colors TV soap opera *Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi*.
  • She made her film debut in Vishal Bhardwaj’s *Pataakha* (2018) and won the Screen Award for Best Female Debut.
  • She appeared in films including *Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota*, *Angrezi Medium*, *Shiddat*, *Sanaa*, *Kacchey Limbu*, and *Kuttey*.
  • She won a Filmfare OTT Award for her role in the anthology series *Ray* (2021).
  • Sources identify her as from Delhi and note that she studied at Jesus and Mary College.
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Canadian context

Radhika Madan is primarily connected to Indian television and Hindi cinema, with no clear Canada-specific angle in the available sources.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Radhika Madan?
Radhika Madan is an Indian actor known for television and Hindi film roles, especially *Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi* and *Pataakha*.
What was her first acting role?
Her first credited acting role was as Ishaani in the television series *Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi*.
What was her film debut?
She made her feature film debut with *Pataakha* in 2018.
What awards has she won?
Reported awards include the Screen Award for Best Female Debut and a Filmfare OTT Award for *Ray*.
Where did she study?
She studied at Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radhika_Madan
    Supports: Career overview, debut roles, films, awards, education, and Delhi background.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9654612/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, dance background, and selected filmography/awards.
  3. IndiaTimes — https://www.indiatimes.com/entertainment/radhika-madan-biography-and-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/articleshow/127729380.html
    Supports: Birthplace, education, and television breakthrough.
  4. Indian Film History — https://www.indianfilmhistory.com/actress/radhika-madan
    Supports: Family/background and early career claims.
  5. BookMyShow — https://in.bookmyshow.com/person/radhika-madan/1093843
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, debut show, and career overview.