Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya is an Indian television actress known primarily for her work in Hindi-language television serials. She rose to prominence with the role of Vidya in Banoo Main Teri Dulhann on Zee TV, and later achieved widespread popularity as Dr. Ishita Bhalla in the long-running Star Plus drama Yeh Hai Mohabbatein.
Key Facts
| Full name | Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya |
|---|---|
| Born | 14 December 1984 |
| Birthplace | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Television actress |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Spouse | Vivek Dahiya (m. 2016) |
| Notable work | Banoo Main Teri Dulhann, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, The Khatra Khatra Show, Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 |
Background
Divyanka Tripathi was born on 14 December 1984 in Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh. She completed her schooling and college education in Bhopal before moving towards a career in entertainment. She entered the industry after winning the Zee Cinestars Ki Khoj talent hunt, which served as her launchpad into Hindi television.
Career
Early career (2006–2009)
Tripathi made her television debut in 2006 with Zee TV's Banoo Main Teri Dulhann, where she played the dual roles of Vidya Pratap Singh and Divya. The serial ran for several years and became one of Zee TV's most successful prime-time shows during its run, earning her recognition and several awards.
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein (2013–2019)
In December 2013, Tripathi was cast as Dr. Ishita Iyer (later Bhalla) in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms for Star Plus. The serial, loosely based on Manju Kapur's novel Custody, paired her opposite Karan Patel. The show ran until 2019 and became one of the longest-running and highest-rated Hindi television dramas of the decade. The role earned her multiple Indian Television Academy Awards, Star Parivaar Awards, and Gold Awards.
Reality television and later work
Tripathi participated in dance reality competition Nach Baliye 8 in 2017 alongside her husband Vivek Dahiya, with the couple winning the season. She subsequently appeared in Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 (2021), the Indian adaptation of Fear Factor, hosted by Rohit Shetty and shot in Cape Town. She has also featured in non-fiction shows including The Khatra Khatra Show and made appearances on streaming platforms.
Personal life
Divyanka Tripathi married actor Vivek Dahiya, her co-star from Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, on 8 July 2016 in Bhopal. The couple are based in Mumbai.
Significance
Tripathi is regarded as one of the most prominent faces of Hindi general entertainment television in the 2010s. Her portrayal of Ishita Bhalla is frequently cited as a defining female lead role of the era, and she has been a recurring fixture in industry awards lists for television. She also enjoys a substantial following on social media, where she ranks among the most-followed Indian television personalities.
Awards and recognition
- Indian Telly Awards – multiple wins, including Best Actress in a Lead Role for Yeh Hai Mohabbatein
- Star Parivaar Awards – multiple wins for Favourite Bahu and Favourite Pati Patni (with Karan Patel)
- Gold Awards – Best Actress (Popular)
- Winner, Nach Baliye 8 (2017) with Vivek Dahiya