Pooja Purandare, a well-known Marathi television actress, has gained fame through her appearances in various Marathi TV shows, including “Nakushi” and “Sahkutumb Sahaparivar.” However, it was her role as Miss Nashik Kaamini Gunjal in Colors Marathi’s show “Sundara Manamadhe Bharli” in 2020 that truly propelled her into the spotlight. Alongside Sameer Paranjape, Akshaya Naik, and Atisha Naik, Pooja garnered popularity for her portrayal of the character.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Born on December 23, 1994, in Pune, Maharashtra, Pooja is the daughter of Ajit and Nandini Purandare.
EDUCATION
Pooja Purandare completed her schooling at P. Jog High School in Pune and later pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Commerce.
CAREER
Pooja embarked on her acting journey with Star Pravah’s show “Nakushi: Tarihi Havi Havi Shi,” where she played the role of Nakushi, a young woman determined to break stereotypes and empower herself.
However, it was her appearance as Miss Nashik Kaamini Gunjal in Colors Marathi’s “Sundara Manamadhe Bharli” alongside Akshaya Naik and Sameer Paranjape that truly established her as a household name. The show revolves around a girl who faces societal rejection due to her weight but experiences a transformative journey when she meets Abhimanyu, a fitness enthusiast.
