Radhika Apte is a multifaceted Indian film and stage actress, with a career spanning both the silver screen and the stage. Her journey in the world of acting began in the realm of theater, where she worked with the esteemed theater troupe Aasakta in her hometown, honing her craft and laying the foundation for her future endeavors.
As her acting career progressed, Radhika Apte ventured into the world of films, making her feature film debut with a brief yet impactful role in the Hindi fantasy film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! in the year 2005.
Apte's breakthrough in the world of cinema came with her starring role in the 2009 Bengali social drama Antaheen, a film that showcased her impressive acting prowess. She soon made her Marathi film debut in the same year, starring in the tragic romance Samaantar, a film that demonstrated her ability to portray complex emotions on screen.
Years went by, and Radhika Apte continued to make a mark in the Indian film industry, with her Bollywood breakthrough coming in 2015. This was followed by a string of critically acclaimed performances in films such as the thriller Badlapur, the comedy Hunterrr, Manjhi - The Mountain Man, and the psychological thriller Phobia (2016),which received widespread appreciation for her outstanding acting skills.