Juhi Parmar
Juhi Parmar (born 14 December 1980) is an Indian anchor, actress, presenter, singer and dancer predominantly known for her work in Hindi television industry.[1] She gained recognition for her portrayal as Kumkum in the long-running soap opera Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan (2002–09) and that of Sangya and Chhaya in Karmaphal Daata Shani. She then won the reality show Bigg Boss 5 (2011–12).[2][3]
Juhi Parmar | |
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Juhi Parmar in 2012 | |
| Born | 14 December 1980 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1998 – present |
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| Spouse | |
| Children | 1 |
Career
Parmar debuted into Hindi television as Samidha in Zee TV's 1998 series Woh.[4]
After a short break, she began the next century of 2000s with Sony Entertainment Television's Choodiyan.[5] It featured her as Meghna, a caring and lovely sister who lost her mother in a horrific accident.[6] Her first titular protagonistic role was in Shaheen.[7] The same year she appeared in Yeh Jeevan Hai and first season of Rishtey.[8][9] In 2001, she was cast in the second season of Rishtey and ventured into Gujarati cinema with Rangai Jaane Rangma followed by her Hindi foraying with Madhur Milan.[10]
The most beneficial break and major popularity for Parmar came in 2002, when she took on the titular lead part of Kumkum opposite Hussain Kuwajerwala in Kumkum — Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, a long-running soap opera that aired on Star Plus.[11] Her performance as Kumkum made her a household name and was awarded with Best Actress (Critics) at Indian Telly Awards.[12][13] One of the most longest-running Indian television series, it wrapped up in 2009 after a successful run of continuously seven years.[14]
Simultaneously alongside Kumkum, Parmar also did appearances in several other commitments.[15][16][17]
In 2003, Parmar won The Miss Rajasthan beauty pageant.[18] She started her career with television serial Woh on Zee TV. Her biggest break came when she became a household name for her portrayal as Kumkum in Star Plus's Indian soap opera Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan opposite Hussain Kuwajerwala for which she also won the Best Actress (Critics) at the Indian Telly Awards in 2005. Juhi participated and became a finalist in the reality shows Say Shava Shava and Saas v/s Bahu. She also became the winner of Comedy Circus.[19]
In October 2011, Juhi was a contestant in the fifth season of the Indian version of the reality TV show Big Brother, Bigg Boss. She survived for full 14 weeks and became the winner of the show In January 2012.[20][21]
She was also seen in a cameo role in &TV's popular mythological Drama Series Santoshi Maa along with her then husband Sachin Shroff and was seen in another successful mythological show Shani from 2016 to 2018.[22][23]
She was last seen on Colors TV show Tantra where she made her debut in the supernatural genre.[24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34]
Personal life
Parmar was originally from a Rajasthani background.[35] She married Sindhi businessman and actor Sachin Shroff on 15 February 2009 at a palace in Jaipur.[36] The couple have a daughter, Samaira Shroff, born on 27 January 2013.[37][38]
In early January 2018, Parmar confirmed that they had recently filed for divorce.[39] After several months of arguing,[40][41][42] the couple were granted a divorce in July 2018.[43] Parmar was granted custody of their daughter.[44]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Show | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Jee Sahab | |||
| Woh | Samidha | |||
| 2000 | Choodiyan | Meghna | ||
| Shaheen | Shaheen | |||
| Yeh Jeevan Hai | Saloni | |||
| Rishtey | Swasti | Seasons 1-2 | ||
| 2001 | Suman | |||
| 2002–2009 | Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan | Played the titular role of Kumkum | ||
| 2002 | Virasaat | Guest | ||
| Sanjivani | Guest (as Kumkum) | |||
| Fair & Lovely Chhoo Lo Aasma | ||||
| Kisme Kitna Hai Dum | Contestant | |||
| 2003 | Kkusum | Herself | Special Appearance | |
| 2004 | Devi | Kalika | ||
| Khullja Sim Sim | Guest | Special appearance | ||
| Kasautii Zindagii Kay | Guest (as Kumkum) | |||
| 2005 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | |||
| 2006 | Tere Ishq Mein | Hiba | ||
| 2007 | Amul Star Voice of India | Host | With Shaan | |
| Antakshari - The Great Challenge | Host | With Anu Kapoor | ||
| Rookhey Naina | ||||
| Nach Baliye 3 | Episodic Host | |||
| 2008 | Saas v/s Bahu | Contestant | Finalist | |
| Say Shava Shava | Finalist | |||
| Kaho Na Yaar Hai | Episode #11 | |||
| Comedy Circus Kaante Ki Takkar | ||||
| Aajaa Mahi Vay | With Sachin Shroff | |||
| Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star | Guest (as Kumkum) | With Hussain Kuwajerwala | ||
| Comedy Circus 2 | Contestant | Winner | [45] | |
| Chhote Miyan | Host | With Kapil Sharma | ||
| 2009–2010 | Yeh Chanda Kanoon Hai | Chanda Rani | ||
| 2009 | Chhote Miyan Bade Miyan | Host | ||
| Allah Tero Naam Ishwar Tero Naam | ||||
| Rakhi Ka Swayamwar | ||||
| Pati Patni Aur Woh | Contestant | With Sachin Shroff | ||
| Star Vivaah | Guest | Special Appearance | ||
| 2010 | Tere Liye | |||
| 2011 | Maa Exchange | Contestant | [46] | |
| 2011–2012 | Bigg Boss 5 | Winner | [47] | |
| 2012 | F.I.R. | Meera Malhotra | Episode 715 | |
| 2015 | Santoshi Maa | Ridhimaa | Special Appearance | [48] |
| 2016–2018 | Karmaphal Daata Shani | Chaya/Sandhya | [49][50] | |
| 2018–2019 | Tantra | Sumati Khanna | [51] | |
| 2019 | Kitchen Champion 5 | Herself | Guest Appearance for an Episode | |
| 2020–2021 | Hamari Wali Good News | Renuka / Meera |
Film
| Year | Show | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Rangai Jaane Rangma | Gujarati | ||
| 2002 | Madhur Milan | Hindi | Telefilm for ETV Hindi | |
| 2005 | Pehchaan: The Face of Truth | Swati Lal | Hindi/English | |
| 2011 | Padduram | Gitanjali Mehra | Hindi | |
| 2012 | Ek Tha Tiger | News Reporter | Hindi |
References
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Birthday girl Juhi Parmar on her show Tantra and being a single mother to Samairra". Pinkvilla. 15 December 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar wins 'Bigg Boss 5'". Hindustan Times. 8 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar makes her comeback with 'Hamari Wali Good News' on Zee Tv". India Today. Retrieved 28 September 2020.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Birthday girl Juhi Parmar on her show Tantra and being a single mother to Samairra". Pinkvilla. 15 December 2018.
- ^ . Khaleej Times. 20 November 2008. Archived from the original on 12 July 2019. Retrieved 12 July 2019.
- ^ "We wanted to be together: Sachin Shroff and Juhi Parmar". Deccan Chronicle. 6 December 2015.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar is now a mom". India Today. 28 January 2013.
- ^ "It's a baby girl for Juhi Parmar". Hindustan Times. 28 January 2013.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar confirms she divorced husband Sachin Shroff for daughter's well-being". Times Now News. 3 January 2018.
- ^ "Sachin Shroff Opens Up About His Failed Marriage, Says Juhi Parmar Never Loved Him". News 18. 17 July 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar was never in love with me, says Sachin Shroff on divorce". Hindustan Times. 16 July 2018.
- ^ "Indian Telly Awards 2005- list of winners". Biz Asia Live. 29 November 2005.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar hits back at ex-husband Sachin Shroff through an open letter". Indian Express. 21 July 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar and Sachin Shroff granted divorce". Times of India. 6 July 2018.
- ^ "I had to explain the divorce to my child, says single mom Juhi Parmar". Indian Express. 9 August 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar wins 'Bigg Boss 5'". Hindustan Times. 8 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar makes her comeback with 'Hamari Wali Good News' on Zee Tv". India Today. Retrieved 28 September 2020.
- ^ "Kumkum Actress Juhi Parmar Is Unrecognisable In This Throwback Pic". NDTV. 29 August 2018.
- ^ "'I was lucky to have a partner like VIP'". Rediff. 11 September 2008.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar wins 'Bigg Boss 5'". Hindustan Times. 8 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar: I was not a silent player in Bigg Boss". Rediff. 9 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar: I will be more than happy if I get to play more negative roles in the future". Pinkvilla. 27 November 2018.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Overwhelmed Juhi Parmar talks about her TV show Shani completing one year". Times Now News. 8 November 2017.
- ^ "A magical Comeback for Juhi Parmar". Catch News. 23 November 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar to Sargun Kaur: Meet the star cast of supernatural drama Tantra". India Today. 28 November 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar: Not promoting superstition with Tantra". Indian Express. 3 December 2018.
- ^ "'Tantra' TV show Launch event - Juhi Parmar, Sargun Kaur, Manish Goel & more". Times Now News. 4 December 2018.
- ^ "Juhi-VIP win Comedy Circus 2". Tellychakkar. 9 August 2008.
- ^ "Juhi-Gouri exchange lives and homes on Maa Exchange!". Tellychakkar. 11 February 2011.
- ^ "Bigg Boss 5: Juhi Parmar wins Big Boss season 5". Economic Times. 8 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar's next show a 'reflection of society'". Indian Express. 19 November 2015.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar is back where she belongs". DNA India. 10 November 2016.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar bags a new show on Colors". Eastern eye. 28 September 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar To Debut In The Supernatural Genre With 'Tantra'". Mumbai Live. 12 December 2018.
- ^ . Khaleej Times. 20 November 2008. Archived from the original on 12 July 2019. Retrieved 12 July 2019.
- ^ "We wanted to be together: Sachin Shroff and Juhi Parmar". Deccan Chronicle. 6 December 2015.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar is now a mom". India Today. 28 January 2013.
- ^ "It's a baby girl for Juhi Parmar". Hindustan Times. 28 January 2013.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar confirms she divorced husband Sachin Shroff for daughter's well-being". Times Now News. 3 January 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar was never in love with me, says Sachin Shroff on divorce". Hindustan Times. 16 July 2018.
- ^ "Sachin Shroff Opens Up About His Failed Marriage, Says Juhi Parmar Never Loved Him". News 18. 17 July 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar hits back at ex-husband Sachin Shroff through an open letter". Indian Express. 21 July 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar and Sachin Shroff granted divorce". Times of India. 6 July 2018.
- ^ "I had to explain the divorce to my child, says single mom Juhi Parmar". Indian Express. 9 August 2018.
- ^ "Juhi-VIP win Comedy Circus 2". Tellychakkar. 9 August 2008.
- ^ "Juhi-Gouri exchange lives and homes on Maa Exchange!". Tellychakkar. 11 February 2011.
- ^ "Bigg Boss 5: Juhi Parmar wins Big Boss season 5". Economic Times. 8 January 2012.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar's next show a 'reflection of society'". Indian Express. 19 November 2015.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar is back where she belongs". DNA India. 10 November 2016.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar bags a new show on Colors". Eastern eye. 28 September 2018.
- ^ "Juhi Parmar To Debut In The Supernatural Genre With 'Tantra'". Mumbai Live. 12 December 2018.
External links
- Juhi Parmar at IMDb
- Juhi Parmar at Bollywood Hungama