Overview
Angira Dhar is an Indian actress who works primarily in Hindi-language films and web series. She gained wider recognition for her lead role in the romantic comedy Love Per Square Foot (2018), one of the first original Hindi films released by the streaming platform Netflix in India.
Key facts
| Name | Angira Dhar |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Actress |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Primary industry | Hindi cinema and Indian streaming productions |
| Notable work | Love Per Square Foot (2018) |
Background
Before transitioning to acting full time, Dhar worked in advertising and appeared in several television commercials, which led to opportunities in short films and digital content. Her early on-screen work included projects produced for web platforms during the period when Indian streaming services were expanding their original programming.
Career
Early work
Dhar appeared in short films and online sketches before moving into feature-length productions. Her work in commercials and short-format content built her presence in the Mumbai film and digital industry.
Film and streaming
Her breakthrough came with Love Per Square Foot, directed by Anand Tiwari and produced by RSVP Movies, in which she played Karina D'Souza opposite Vicky Kaushal. The film premiered on Netflix in February 2018 and was positioned as a landmark Indian original for the platform.
She subsequently appeared in the action drama Commando 3 (2019), directed by Aditya Datt, alongside Vidyut Jammwal. She has also taken on roles in further Hindi feature films and streaming projects.
Significance
Dhar is part of a generation of Indian actors whose careers have been shaped by the rise of streaming platforms in India in the late 2010s. Her association with one of Netflix's earliest Hindi originals positioned her within the broader shift of mainstream Indian acting talent towards digital-first releases.
Personal life
Dhar is married to filmmaker Anand Tiwari, who directed Love Per Square Foot.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata entry: Q30644995