Janki Bodiwala Age, Wiki, Family, Education, Career, Awards

Janki Bodiwala is like a fresh spark in Indian cinema, bringing natural expressions, youthful energy, and confidence to every role she plays. With a screen style that feels lively and relatable, she has built a strong identity in Gujarati films and later made her mark in Hindi cinema as well.

She was born on October 30, 1995 (30 years old) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Janki became famous after making her acting debut in the 2015 Gujarati film Chhello Divas. The film became popular with audiences and introduced her to a wider fan base.

One of the biggest achievements of her career came in 2025 when she won the National Film Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in Vash.

Quick Facts of Janki Bodiwala

Full Name	Janki Bodiwala
Profession	Actress and Model
Age	30 years old
Date of Birth	October 30, 1995
Nationality	Indian
Zodiac/Sun Sign	Scorpio
Birthplace	Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Current Address	Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Gender	Female

Janki Bodiwala Education

Janki completed her schooling at M K Secondary & Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad. She later studied at the Goenka Research Institute of Dental Science in Gandhinagar and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree.

Although she studied dentistry, she did not choose dentistry as her profession after graduation. She instead focused on acting and continued building her career in films.

School	M K Secondary & Higher Secondary School
Alma Mater	Goenka Research Institute of Dental Science
Highest Qualification	Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

Janki Bodiwala Personal Life

Janki Bodiwala keeps most details about her personal life away from public discussion.

Her relationship with actor Yash Soni once attracted attention after the two shared a romantic-looking social media post in May 2022. Well, it’s just a rumor, their relationship is yet to be confirmed.

Family

Janki’s parents are Bharat Bodiwala and Kashmira Bodiwala. Further verified details about her parents are yet to be updated.

Siblings

Janki has a brother named Dhrupad Bodiwala.

Relationship Status	Single
Rumored-boyfriend	Yash Soni
Parents	Father: Bharat Bodiwala Mother: Kashmira Bodiwala
Siblings	Brother: Dhrupad Bodiwala

Janki Bodiwala Career

Janki Bodiwala started her acting career in 2015 with the Gujarati comedy film Chhello Divas. Directed by Krishnadev Yagnik, the film featured her as Pooja.

She worked with Yash Soni, Malhar Thakar, Mitra Gadhvi, and other young Gujarati actors in the film. Chhello Divas became a commercial success and helped Janki gain recognition among Gujarati movie audiences.

2017 to 2019: More Gujarati Films

After her first film, Janki continued working regularly in Gujarati cinema.

In 2017, she appeared as Deepa in O! Taareee and as Dimple in Tamburo. She also made a guest appearance in Daud Pakad that year.

In 2018, she played Ankita in Chhutti Jashe Chhakka and Aaisha in Tari Maate Once More. She followed these projects with the 2019 film Bau Na Vichar, in which she played Shivani.

These films helped her build a steady career in the Gujarati film industry.

2022: Naadi Dosh and Tu Rajee Re

Janki returned with two Gujarati films in 2022. She played Riddhi in Naadi Dosh, where she reunited with her Chhello Divas co-star Yash Soni. The cast also included Raunaq Kamdar.

In the same year, she appeared as Disha in Tu Rajee Re. By this stage, she had already worked across comedy, romance, and drama roles in Gujarati cinema.

2023: Major Recognition with Vash

A key point in Janki’s career came in 2023 with the Gujarati psychological horror film Vash.

She played Aarya, a young woman who falls under supernatural control. Her main co-stars included Hitu Kanodia, Hiten Kumar, and Niilam Paanchal.

2024: Hindi Debut with Shaitaan

Janki entered Hindi cinema in 2024 with Shaitaan, directed by Vikas Bahl. The film was a Hindi adaptation of Vash, and Janki again played the daughter at the centre of the story, this time named Janhvi Rishi.

She worked with some of Hindi cinema’s best-known actors, including Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Jyotika. The film introduced her to a much larger Hindi-speaking audience.

Also in 2024, Janki played the title character in Trisha on the Rocks. Her main co-stars in the film included Ravi Gohil and Hiten Kumar.

2025: Vash Level 2 and Continued Success

In 2025, Janki returned as Aarya in Vash Level 2. The sequel brought her back together with Hitu Kanodia, Hiten Kumar, and Monal Gajjar. The film was released on August 27, 2025.

The year was also important for her awards career. She received the National Film Award for her work in Vash and completed 10 years in the film industry. She also made a special appearance in the Gujarati film Chaniya Toli in 2025.

2026: Mardaani 3

In 2026, Janki appeared in the Hindi action thriller Mardaani 3. She played Constable Fatima Anwar and shared major scenes with Rani Mukerji, who returned as police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. The film also featured Mallika Prasad and other supporting actors.

Mardaani 3 was released theatrically on 30 January 2026. It became Janki’s second major Hindi film after Shaitaan.

Work Apart from Acting

Janki has also taken part in beauty pageants. In 2019, she participated in the Gujarat auditions for Femina Miss India. She was one of the three contestants from Gujarat who qualified to compete at the zonal finale. She has also appeared in fashion and promotional photo shoots.

Upcoming Projects

Limited information about Janki Bodiwala’s next films:

• Untitled Gujarati Film with Yash Soni: In June 2026, Janki announced a new film in which she will reunite with Yash Soni.

Janki Bodiwala Awards and Achievements

Here are some of her major wins and nominations:

Key Wins

• 2025 – National Film Award: Won Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance as Aarya in the Gujarati film Vash. She shared the award with Urvashi, who won for Ullozhukku.
• 2025 – IIFA Award: Won Performance in a Supporting Role (Female) for her role as Janhvi Rishi in the Hindi film Shaitaan.

Key Nominations

• 2025 – Filmfare Award: Nominated for Best Actress (Critics’) for her performance in Shaitaan.

Janki Bodiwala Net Worth

Janki Bodiwala’s estimated net worth is between ₹8-₹10 crore ($1-$1.2 million).

• Estimated Annual Income: Around ₹2-₹3 crore ($21–$31 million) per year from movies, alongside ₹50 to ₹70 lakhs from brand deals and ₹5 to ₹10 lakhs per event for public appearances.
• Estimated Net Worth: Approximately ₹8 crore to ₹15 crore, which has grown following her Hindi cinema debut in Shaitaan and subsequent roles in projects like Vash Level 2 and Mardaani 3.

Net Worth (Approx.)	₹8-₹10 crore ($1-$1.2 million)
Salary (Approx.)	₹2-₹3 crore ($21–$31 million) per year

Janki Bodiwala Height, Weight and Physical Stats

Below are the physical stats of Janki Bodiwala:

Height	In centimetres: 165 cm In meters: 1.65 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 5 inches
Weight	In kg: 55 kg In lbs: 121 lbs
Body Measurements	32-28-38 inches
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Eye Color	Black

Janki Bodiwala Social Media

Instagram	@jankibodiwala
Threads	@JankiBodiwala
Facebook	@OfficialJankiBodiwala

Interesting Facts About Janki Bodiwala

• Her older cousin used to treat her like a live “experimental doll” during childhood Navratri festivals, using her to practice hours of heavy makeup and intricate styling.
• She grew up with zero formal training in drama or theater, focusing entirely on traditional academics at her school in Ahmedabad before acting found her by chance.
• Her fondest childhood memories revolve around playing traditional, late-night Garba in Ahmedabad, making her highly protective of original festival steps over modern pop variations.
• She actively shields her quiet, non-filmy childhood home life and family consisting of her businessman father, homemaker mother, and brother Dhrupad from the media spotlight.

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