Radhika Apte – Full Detail
Basic Information
- Full Name: Radhika Apte
- Date of Birth: September 7, 1985
- Birthplace: Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actress, Theatre Artist, Dancer
- Years Active: 2005 – Present
- Spouse: Benedict Taylor (Musician)
Career Overview
Radhika Apte is one of the most talented and fearless actresses in Indian cinema, known for her unconventional roles and impactful performances across films, OTT platforms, and theatre.
She began her acting journey in Marathi theatre and made her film debut with a small role in Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! (2005). Over the years, she built a reputation for choosing bold, experimental, and socially conscious scripts.
Her career gained national recognition with films like Badlapur (2015), Manjhi: The Mountain Man (2015), and Parched (2016). She later became a prominent face on Netflix India, starring in critically acclaimed projects such as Lust Stories, Sacred Games, and Ghoul.
Notable Films & Web Series
Movies:
- Badlapur (2015)
- Manjhi: The Mountain Man (2015)
- Parched (2016)
- Phobia (2016)
- Andhadhun (2018)
- Pad Man (2018)
- Monica, O My Darling (2022)
Web Series / OTT Projects:
- Sacred Games (2018) – Netflix
- Ghoul (2018) – Netflix
- Lust Stories (2018) – Netflix
- Made in Heaven (Guest Appearance)
🏆 Awards & Achievements
- Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles Award – Best Actress for Parched
- Vogue Digital Disruptor Award – for her contribution to streaming platforms
- Critics’ Choice Awards – Best Actress nominations for Phobia and Andhadhun
- Widely recognized as one of the pioneers of strong female-led narratives in modern Indian cinema
Personal Life
Radhika Apte married British musician Benedict Taylor in 2012. She divides her time between India and the UK. Apart from films, she is a trained classical dancer (Kathak) and continues to perform on stage occasionally.
Upcoming Projects
Radhika is set to appear in multiple upcoming international and Indian projects focusing on mystery, drama, and strong social themes. Her recent work on OTT platforms has cemented her status as one of India’s most global talents.

