A Marathi Mulgi, Started Her Career With TV After Completing B-Tech, Went To Star Opposite Kartik Aaryan

She is among the notable Indian actors who successfully transitioned from television to mainstream cinema. Born and raised in a middle-class Maharashtrian family, she pursued mass media studies while developing ambitions in acting. Her disciplined upbringing and exposure to performance arts shaped a career filled with personal growth with professional consistency.

Before entering films, she became a familiar face on Indian television through daily soaps that reached a wide household audience. Her role as Bulbul in a popular drama series established her credibility as a performer who is able to portray emotional depth with finesse. This phase of her career provided a strong foundation before she ventured into feature films.

The actress in question is Mrunal Thakur, whose move from television to cinema marked a decisive turning point. She made her big-screen debut in 2018 with Love Sonia, a hard-hitting film centered on human trafficking. The project demanded intense emotional engagement and she earned appreciation from critics across the industry.

She continued strengthening her film career with Batla House in 2019, where she starred opposite John Abraham. Based on real-life events, the film required controlled and realistic performances, further solidifying her credibility in mainstream Hindi cinema while maintaining her focus on content-driven projects.

A major milestone arrived with Super 30, where she shared screen space with Hrithik Roshan. The film’s success introduced her to a wider audience and proved her ability to hold her own alongside established stars. The role contributed significantly to her growing visibility in commercial cinema.

Her transition to digital platforms came with Dhamaka, starring Kartik Aaryan. The film expanded her reach among streaming audiences and flexibility in developing formats. By this stage, she had established herself as a consistent performer across theatrical and OTT releases.Her transition to digital platforms came with Dhamaka, starring Kartik Aaryan. The film expanded her reach among streaming audiences and flexibility in developing formats. By this stage, she had established herself as a consistent performer across theatrical and OTT releases.

Her career reached new heights in South cinema with Sita Ramam, where her portrayal of Sita Mahalakshmi earned widespread praise. The film’s emotional storytelling and her performance resonated strongly with audiences, turning her into a recognisable name beyond Hindi cinema.

She further strengthened her South Indian presence with Hi Nanna, delivering one of her most critically acclaimed performances. Following the film, Mrunal reportedly began demanding a huge amount of Rs 2 crore, according to a Times Of India report. Notably, she was paid Rs 85 lakhs for her role in Sita Ramam.

Looking ahead, Mrunal Thakur has multiple films in her kitty, including one with Siddhant Chaturvedi. She will soon be seen in Do Deewane Seher Mein, set to be released on February 13, 2026. Besides, her upcoming lineup of films include Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai where she shares screen space with Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Mouni Roy. It is directed by David Dhawan.

She is also part of Dacoit with Adivi Sesh. The makers recently announced that the film’s release has been postponed. Initially scheduled to hit the theatres on March 19, the film will now arrive in cinemas on April 10. The revenge action drama stars Mrunal Thakur in an action-packed character for the first time.