Rohini Hattangadi is a National School of Drama graduate and stage actor who won a BAFTA for playing Kasturba Gandhi in Richard Attenborough’s Gandhi. Rooted in Marathi and Hindi theatre, she built her career on craft across the stage and acclaimed films like Arth and Saaransh.
Key takeaways
- Graduated from the National School of Drama.
- Won a BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress as Kasturba in Gandhi.
- Remained active in Marathi and Hindi theatre.
- Delivered strong screen work in Arth, Saaransh, and Party.
Grounded in the NSD and the stage
Hattangadi trained at the National School of Drama and kept a deep connection to Marathi and Hindi theatre throughout her career. The stage gave her the range that a single global role would soon showcase.
Kasturba and international recognition
Her Kasturba in Gandhi earned her a BAFTA, a rare honour for an Indian stage actor. At home she anchored films such as Arth, Saaransh, and Party, always with the control of a theatre performer.
Why craft carried her career
Hattangadi was cast for her ability to inhabit a character fully, not for a star image. Her path from the NSD stage to international acclaim shows how far pure craft can travel.
Frequently asked questions
Did Rohini Hattangadi study at the National School of Drama?
Yes, she is an NSD graduate.
What award did Rohini Hattangadi win for Gandhi?
She won a BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress as Kasturba.
Is Rohini Hattangadi a theatre actor?
Yes, she has remained active in Marathi and Hindi theatre.
Cover photo: Bollywood Hungama, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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