Esha Kansara (born 20 August 1992) is an Indian actress who starred in the Hindi TV serials Mukti Bandhan and Meri Bhabhi. She was appeared in the series Maddam Sir (2020) and Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana (2021).
Early life
Kansara was born in Ahmedabad on 20 August 1992. She was born to Ramesh Kansara, a businessman, and Harsha Kansara, a homemaker. Her family includes her brother, Daivik Kansara, a businessman, and her sister-in-law, Kalindi Soni Kansara, also a homemaker.Template:Citation needed
At the age of 6, she commenced her training in the dance form Bharatnatyam and performed her Arangetram at the age of 14. Her interest in dance led her to the stage of Dance India Dance when she was in 10th grade, where she was among the top 100 contestants.
Kansara took part in stage performances during this time, including in 12th grade performing as the lead in the play Dikri Toh Devthi Vishesh, which was then renamed Ame Toh Khush-Khushal. In that play, she depicted the character of a blind girl.
In 2010, Esha moved to Mumbai. There, she joined the Mithibai College of Commerce and Arts. For 13 years she has been in the field of acting. She has made two TEDx speeches, six Gujarati films,[1][2][3][4][5][6] five television shows, more than 25 TV commercials, and various OTT sketches and music videos. In 2022, she married Siddharth Amit Bhavsar,[7] a music composer and singer.
Career
Kansara's acting career began in 2010 with a Hindi TV serial, Mukti Bandhan, which was an adaptation of the novel Mukti Bandhan by Shri Harkisan Mehta. Presented by Shobhana Desai's Production Pvt. Ltd., Mukti Bandhan[8] revolved around the story of a self-made businessman, I.M. Virani, and his daughter-in-law Devki Shah Virani, played by Kansara as the female protagonist. Later on, she played roles in other Hindi serials, including Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi...Meri Bhabhi[9] and Maddam Sir,.[10]
Kansara played the role of[11] Kritika (Kittu) in the TV serial Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi, Meri Bhabhi. The show explored the bond shared between a sister-in-law and daughter-in-law. Shraddha the nanad finds a friend in Kritika, her bhabhi.[1] Later on, she made a cameo in Maddam Sir, which was aired on SAB TV. In Maddam Sir, Kansara portrayed the character of Misri Pandey,[12] a bratty police officer. Through the character of Misri Pandey, she explored the grey shade as an actor and became quite popularly known for the character.Template:Citation needed
Before that, Kansara played the role of Radha[13] in the sitcom series My Name Ijj Lakkhan opposite Shreyas Talpade. This sitcom was a 26-episode series with a cast including Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi.
In 2021, Kansara starred in another Hindi TV serial named Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana[14] in which she played the role of Amrita.[15] The storyline of this serial revolved around Amrita and Pritam, who are two contrasting personalities who encounter each other when he moves in as a tenant.Template:Citation needed
Kansara has also portrayed roles in Gujarati films. She debuted in Gujarati cinema in 2017 with Duniyadaari[6] opposite Malhar Thakar. The remake of the Marathi movie Duniyadari, the film featured themes of love, friendship, relationships, and destiny, based in the period of the mid-70s. The story conveys the emotions of the youth and their romantic journeys, as well as what destiny has in store for them.
Later in 2018, she starred in another Gujarati film named Midnights with Menka[16] opposite Malhar Thakar. In this film, Kansara was the lead actress and played the role of Esha, a dumb character of a cable TV ads' top heroine who was also a fan of Malhar Thakar.Template:Citation needed
In the same year, Esha Kansara starred in another Gujarati film, Vandha Vilas[17] in which she played the role of Shivani. Later in 2018, she starred in Mijaaj[18] opposite Malhar Thakar, making her first appearance in an action film. In 2022, she starred in the Gujarati romantic film Prem Prakaran[19] which was a coming-of age cinema with a story of a love triangle starring Gaurav Paswala and Deeksha Joshi. She played the character of Riya.
Her film, 3 Ekka, had been a blockbuster hit, generating over 20 crores in the first 2 weeks of its release.[20] In 3 Ekka, Kansara plays the role of Jhanvi,[21] a craft teacher at school whose morals and values do not allow her boyfriend (played by Yash Soni) to gamble for his friends, who are in big trouble.
In 2024, Esha starred in two films, Builder Boys and Fakt Purusho Maate. In Builder Boys, Esha Kansara plays the character Divya[22] and played the character of Radhika[23] which is a personification of strength and grace.
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Duniyadari | Kavita Zaveri | |
| 2018 | Mijaaj | Jahnvi | |
| Vandha Villas[24] | Shivani | [24] | |
| Midnights with Menka | Esha | [25] | |
| 2022 | Prem Prakaran | Riya | [26] |
| 2023 | 3 Ekka[1] | Jhanvi | |
| 2024 | Builder Boys | Divya | |
| Fakt Purusho Maate | Radhika | [27] | |
| 2025 | Shubhchintak | [28] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Dance India Dance | Contestant | |
| 2011 | Mukti Bandhan | Devki Shah | [29] |
| Kitchen Champion 4 | Contestant | ||
| 2013–2014 | Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi… Meri Bhabhi | Kritika Anand Shergill "Kittu" | [30] |
| 2019 | My Name Ijj Lakhan | Radha | |
| 2020, 2022, 2023 | Maddam Sir | SI/SHO Misri Pandey | [31][32][33] |
| 2021–2022 | Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana | Amrita Sakhuja | [34] |
Web content
- Falling in Love after Arranged Marriage by FilterCopy[35]
- Falling In Love At Your BFF's Wedding (Part 1 & Part 2) by FilterCopy[36][37]
- When you move to a new city by FilterCopy[38]
- Money conversations between Couples by FilterCopy[39]
- When You Plan A Housewarming With Your Partner by FilterCopy[40]
- Almost Shaadi at 4am by FilterCopy[41]
- Story of a New Mom by FilterCopy[42]
- When Maasi Is your BFF by FilterCopy[43]
- Dil ki suno stories by Girlyapa
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 3 Ekka. Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, Jannock Films(2023-08-25).
- ↑ Prem Prakaran. Cineaste Studios(2022-06-10).
- ↑ Midnights with Menka. Coconut Motion Pictures(2018-12-07).
- ↑ Vandha Villas. Sudarshan Entertainment(2018-05-18).
- ↑ Mijaaj. Bhavik Patel Productions(2018-01-05).
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Duniyadari the Film. Kamal Amrohi Pictures, Worldwide Motion Pictures(2017-02-17).
- ↑ Maddam Sir fame Esha Kansara shares pics from her dreamy wedding with husband Siddharth Bhavsar; see pics. The Times of India(2022-12-05). Retrieved 2023-09-20.
- ↑ Mukti Bandhan. Shobhana Desai Production(2011-01-10).
- ↑ Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi... Meri Bhabhi. DJ's A Creative Unit(2013-06-17).
- ↑ Maddam Sir - Kuch Baat Hai Kyunki Jaazbaat Hai. Jay Productions(2020-02-03).
- ↑ Review: Star Plus' Meri Bhabhi. Tellychakkar.com. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
- ↑ Esha Kansara aka SHO Mishri Pandey in a fix in 'Maddam Sir'. India Forums. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
- ↑ My Name Ijj Lakhan(2019-01-26).
- ↑ EXCLUSIVE: Esha Kansara reveals her prep for Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana: It was a difficult choice to play Amrita. PINKVILLA(2021-07-24). Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana: प्रेग्नेंट विधवा का रोल निभा रहीं 23 साल की Esha Kansara, जानिए कैसे की तैयारी. www.timesnowhindi.com(2021-07-21). Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ Midnights With MenkaUA. The Times of India. Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ Vandha Villas. Sudarshan Entertainment(2018-05-18).
- ↑ MijaajUA. The Times of India. Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ Prem PrakaranUA. The Times of India. Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ 3 Ekka Box Office Update: Gujarati blockbuster cruises towards Rs 20 crore nett after a historic 2nd weekend. PINKVILLA(2023-09-04). Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ '3 Ekka's Esha Kansara radiates glamour in her latest captivating clicks. The Times of India(2023-08-28). Retrieved 2023-09-23.
- ↑ Esha Kansara kickstarts the promotion of her upcoming film 'Builder Boys' in style. The Times of India(2024-06-29). Retrieved 2025-08-02.
- ↑ Esha Kansara looks wow in red saree at 'Fakt Purusho Maate' screening. The Times of India(2024-08-28). Retrieved 2025-08-02.
- ↑ 24.0 24.1 Gujarati film Vandha Villas is finally set to release. The Times of India. Retrieved 2019-08-13.
- ↑ Midnights With Menka Movie Review {3.0/5}: Critic Review of Midnights With Menka by Times of India.
- ↑ Esha Kansara and Deeksha Joshi to share the screen for a Gujarati film. The Times of India. Retrieved 2019-08-13.
- ↑ Esha Kansara to play Radhika in 'Fakt Purusho Maate'. The Times of India(2024-08-06). Retrieved 2025-04-03.
- ↑ Shubhchintak (2025) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date in Mumbai. BookMyShow. Retrieved 2026-01-22.
- ↑ TV audience relate to lot of drama: Esha Kansara. The Times of India. Retrieved 2019-08-13.
- ↑ Esha Kansara on her last day of shoot for Meri Bhabhi. The Times of India. Retrieved 2019-08-13.
- ↑ Exclusive - Esha Kansara to re-enter Maddam Sir; says 'my character is almost like a female version of Chulbul Pandey'. Retrieved 2022-07-19.
- ↑ I'm doing a cameo in Maddam Sir before the show goes off air: Esha Kansara(2023-02-19).
- ↑ Misri Pandey adds her own unique flavour to Maddam Sir : Esha Kansara on essaying Misri Pandey. firstindia.co.in.
- ↑ Esha Kansara opens up about her character and preparation for the upcoming show 'Zindagi Mere Ghar Aana'. Retrieved 2021-07-25.
- ↑ Falling In Love After Arranged Marriage | Ft. Anshuman Malhotra, Esha Kansara.
- ↑ Falling In Love At Your BFF's Wedding (Part 1) | Ft. Sejal Kumar, Esha, Karan.
- ↑ Wedding Romance: Falling In Love At Your BFF's Wedding | Part 2 ft. @FilterCopy | Nykaa.
- ↑ When You Move To A New City | Our Happy Place | Ft. Esha Kansara & Vishal Vashishtha.
- ↑ FilterCopy | Money Conversations Between Couples | Ft. Esha Kansara & Vishal Vashishtha.
- ↑ FilterCopy | When You Plan A Housewarming With Your Partner | Our Happy Place | Ft. Esha & Vishal.
- ↑ FilterCopy | Almost Shaadi At 4AM | Ft. Esha Kansara & Vishal Vashisht.
- ↑ FilterCopy | Story Of A New Mom | Ft. Esha Kansara, Sanyogita Yadav & Shabanam Vadhera.
- ↑ FilterCopy | When Maasi Is Your BFF | Ft. Archana Iyer, Esha Kansara & Visshesh Tiwari.