Rati Agnihotri
- Born:
- December 10, 1960, Bombay (Mumbai), India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Actress
Early Life and Education
- Rati Agnihotri began her acting career at the age of 10, appearing in school plays.
- She was a student at Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai.
- Director Bharathiraja discovered her and convinced her to pursue acting professionally.
Career and Major Achievements
- Agnihotri debuted in the Tamil film Puthiya Varpugal (1979), a commercial success.
- She quickly became a popular actress in South Indian cinema, starring in numerous Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films.
- She transitioned to Bollywood with the film Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981), a major box office hit.
- Agnihotri starred in several successful Hindi films throughout the 1980s, becoming a prominent actress in Bollywood.
- She took a hiatus from acting after her marriage and returned to the screen in the early 2000s, playing supporting roles.
- The Rati Agnihotri biography demonstrates a successful career spanning multiple decades and languages.
Notable Works
Filmography
Year | Film Title | Language | Role |
---|---|---|---|
1979 | Puthiya Varpugal | Tamil | Bharathi |
1981 | Ek Duuje Ke Liye | Hindi | Sapna |
1982 | Shaukeen | Hindi | Anita |
1983 | Coolie | Hindi | Salma |
2001 | Yaadein | Hindi | Mrs. Malhotra |
Legacy and Impact
Rati Agnihotri is remembered for her contributions to both South Indian and Hindi cinema. Her performances in films like Ek Duuje Ke Liye and Puthiya Varpugal remain iconic, and she is regarded as one of the leading actresses of her time.