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From Rupali Ganguly to Adrija Roy: Here’s a look at the education qualification of the Anupamaa Cast

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Oct 13, 2025, 19:51 IST
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​From Rupali Ganguly to Adrija Roy: Here’s a look at the education qualification of the Anupamaa Cast

Rupali Ganguly’s Anupamaa has become one of the most loved and successful shows on Indian television. Since its premiere on July 13, 2020, the show has continued to rule the TRP charts and capture the audience’s hearts with its emotional storytelling and strong performances. Each character has become a household name, and the actors behind them have gained massive popularity. While fans adore their on-screen presence, many are also curious to know more about their real lives. Here’s a look at the educational background of the Anupamaa cast — from Rupali Ganguly to Alka Kaushal. (Photo: Instagram)

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​Rupali Ganguly

Rupali Ganguly, the lead actress of the hit TV show Anupamaa, comes from a strong educational and artistic background. She studied hotel management before stepping into the entertainment industry. Along with that, she also received theatre training, which helped her develop her acting skills. Born into a creative family, Rupali is the daughter of well-known filmmaker Anil Ganguly. Her upbringing and education together played a key role in shaping her successful acting career. (Photo: Instagram)

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​Zalak Desai

Zalak Desai, who plays Khyati Kothari in Anupamaa, has balanced both her education and acting career well. She completed her schooling at R N Shah International School in Mumbai. Taking a short break from television, she went on to finish her 12th and graduated with a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Mithibai College under the University of Mumbai. After completing her studies, she made a comeback to TV with the show Mooh Boli Shaadi in 2015. (Photo: Instagram)

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​Shivam Khajuria

Shivam Khajuria, who plays the role of Prem in Anupamaa, has an impressive academic background in engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in Geological and Earth Sciences, which he completed between 2015 and 2019. Before entering the entertainment world, Shivam was focused on his studies and technical field. His educational achievements show his commitment to learning, while his performance on screen highlights his versatility and passion for acting. (Photo: Instagram)

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​Rahil Azam

Rahil Azam, who portrays Parag Kothari in Anupamaa, has an impressive educational background. He studied at Clarence High School in Bangalore and later earned a degree in software engineering from B.M.S. College of Engineering. After completing his studies, Rahil initially worked in the software field when he moved to Mumbai. However, his long-time interest in acting led him to switch careers. To polish his skills, he joined the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute in Mumbai for a three-month acting course. (Photo: Instagram)

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Alka Kaushal

Alka Kaushal, who plays Moti Baa in Anupamaa, is a trained theatre and television actress. She attended the National School of Drama (NSD) in Delhi, one of the most prestigious acting institutes in India. It was during her time at NSD that she refined her craft and developed a deep understanding of performance. After completing her training, she moved to Mumbai to pursue her acting career. Her strong foundation in theatre has greatly contributed to her powerful screen presence. (Photo: Instagram)

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Adrija Roy

Adrija Roy, who plays Aadhya Rahi Kapadia in Anupamaa, completed her schooling at Ariadaha Sarbamangala Balika Vidyalaya in Kolkata. Before entering the entertainment industry, she was a national-level sprinter. Her interest in acting began during her college years, where she actively took part in theatre and annual functions. Realizing her passion for performing, she decided to pursue acting professionally. Adrija then moved to Mumbai to chase her dreams and build a career in television. (Photo: Instagram)

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