Mahhi Vij is an Indian television actress, dancer and producer, known primarily for her work in Hindi-language television. She gained early recognition through the soap opera Balika Vadhu and later became widely known after winning the dance reality show Nach Baliye 5 with her partner, actor Jay Bhanushali, whom she subsequently married.
Key facts
| Full name | Mahhi Vij |
|---|---|
| Profession | Actress, dancer, producer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Industry | Hindi television |
| Spouse | Jay Bhanushali |
| Notable show | Balika Vadhu (Colors TV) |
| Reality show win | Nach Baliye 5 (with Jay Bhanushali) |
Background
Mahhi Vij began her career in Indian television in the 2000s, appearing in supporting and lead roles across several Hindi serials. She established herself as a recognisable face on prime-time channels through her performances in family dramas and dance-based programming.
Career
One of her early prominent roles was in Balika Vadhu, the long-running Colors TV serial that addressed the social issue of child marriage in Rajasthan. She has also been associated with shows on Star Plus, Sony Entertainment Television and Zee TV during the course of her career.
In 2013, Vij and her then-fiancé Jay Bhanushali participated in Nach Baliye 5, the celebrity couples' dance competition aired on Star Plus. The pair went on to win the season, which significantly raised her public profile.
Beyond acting, she has worked as a producer, with production ventures associated with her husband under their joint banner. She has also appeared on various non-fiction and chat formats on Indian television.
Personal life
Mahhi Vij married actor and television host Jay Bhanushali in 2010. The couple have a daughter, Tara, born in 2019. They are also legal guardians to two children, Khushi and Rajveer, whom they have publicly described as their foster children.
Timeline
- Late 2000s: Begins working in Hindi television serials.
- 2010: Marries Jay Bhanushali.
- 2013: Wins Nach Baliye 5 with Jay Bhanushali.
- 2019: Daughter Tara is born.
Significance
Vij is part of a generation of Indian television performers who transitioned from scripted soap operas to celebrity reality formats, leveraging both for sustained visibility. Her on-screen pairing with Jay Bhanushali has been a recurring feature of Indian celebrity coverage, and her involvement in fostering has been discussed in entertainment media as part of broader public conversations on guardianship and family in the television industry.