Patralekha

Patralekhaa was born as Anwita Paul on 20 February 1990 in Shillong, Meghalaya, India. She belongs to a Bengali Kayastha family.

Her father was a Chartered Accountant, and her mother, Papri Paul, is a homemaker. Her grandmother, a poet, gave her the name “Patralekha,” which she later adopted as her stage name.

Patralekhaa is known for her long-standing relationship with Rajkummar Rao, a National Award-winning actor. The couple began dating in 2010 and tied the knot on 15 November 2021 in a private ceremony at The Oberoi Sukhvilas, Chandigarh.

Their relationship is often praised for its stability, mutual respect, and love, making them one of Bollywood’s most admired couples.

Patralekhaa made her film debut in 2014 with the critically acclaimed movie CityLights, directed by Hansal Mehta and co-starring Rajkummar Rao.

Her performance as Rakhi Singh, a struggling wife in Mumbai, won her the Screen Award for Most Promising Newcomer – Female.

Patralekhaa has worked across films, web series, and advertisements, showcasing her versatility and talent. She has also appeared in commercials for Blackberry and Tata Docomo.

• Phule (2025): The film faced backlash from Brahmin groups for allegedly promoting casteism.
• CBFC demanded multiple edits before release.
• Love Games (2016): Her bold role in this erotic thriller drew mixed reactions from audiences and critics.
• Nanu Ki Jaanu (2018): Critics called her role negligible, sparking debate about underwritten female characters.
• Relationship Rumors: Before marriage, her long-term relationship with Rajkummar Rao was often under media scrutiny.
• Social Media Trolling: Faced online criticism for her fashion choices and public appearances, which she handled with grace.