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Women's Day: From being a Bharatanatyam dancer to a social activist, these divas are more than just actors

Last updated on - Mar 8, 2019, 16:52 IST
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Women's Day: From being a Bharatanatyam dancer to a social activist, these divas are more than just actors

Besides their acting prowess, seldom does the world get to know the hidden talents of these Marathi celebs. On this Women’s Day, here's a look at the Marathi beauties who are more than just actors.

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Sukanya Mone

Veteran actress Sukanya Mone, who plays the role of Mai in the show Ghadge And Suun, is a professional Bharatanatyam dancer. The actress recently completed her Aarangnetram in the popular classical dance form and that too after a gap of 28 years. (Photo: Instagram)

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Urmila Kothare

Urmila Kothare is a true dancing diva. She obtained a post graduation degree in Kathak, a classical Odisdi dance form. Not just Kathak, the actress is also trained in 'Aerial Silk', a unique dance form. She also runs a dance academy teaching Kathak to young female aspirants. (Photo: Instagram)

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Ashvini Mahangade

Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji actress Ashvini is a social activist in real-life. The actress has been visiting several remote areas across Maharashtra to educate and mentor young girls on menstrual health. (Photo: Instagram)

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Apurva Nemlekar

Apurva Nemlekar aka Shevanta from the show Ratris Khel Chale is also a jewellery designer. She owns a brand of her own and is into imitation jewellery design and sales across India. (Photo: Instagram)

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Abhidnya Bhave and Tejaswini Pandit

The two divas are the true fashionistas of Marathi entertainment industry. The fashion designers have great penchant for costume designing and own a fashion brand. (Photo: Instagram)

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Gautami Deshpande

Saare Tuzhyachsathi fame Gautami Deshpande is a trained classical singer. The actress often leaves her fans awed with her soulful renditions on social media. (Photo: Instagram)

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