Born Name
Avika Sameer Gor
Nick Name
Avika
Sun Sign
Cancer
Born Place
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Residence
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality
Education
Avika initially studied at Sharon English High School in Mulund and eventually completed her schooling at Ryan International School in Malad, Mumbai.
Occupation
Actress
Family
- Father – Sameer Gor
- Mother – Chetna Gor
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 6 in or 167.5 cm
Weight
56 kg or 123.5 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Avika Gor has dated –
- Manish Raisinghani (Rumor) – Manish was Avika’s co-actor, and the two shared great chemistry on screen. It was rumored that their chemistry on-screen had blossomed and evolved into something else. Avika went on to clarify that Manish is just a few years younger than her father. Hence, chances of a romantic relationship were not possible. The two received a lot of flak for their age gap, but they have maintained that they are just best friends.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian (Indian)
Avika is of Gujarati descent.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Her curly hair
- Avika’s uni-brow
Brand Endorsements
Avika has appeared in the TV commercial for Pukhraj Jasmine Oil and has modeled for Gini & Jony which is an apparel brand for kids.
Religion
Hinduism
Best Known For
Her role as Anandi in the television drama Balika Vadhu for which she has won various best actress awards.
First Film
In 2009, Avika made her theatrical film debut as Gargi in the Bollywood drama Morning Walk.
First TV Show
In 2008, Avika made her first TV show appearance as the female lead in the soap opera Balika Vadhu (2008-2010).
Personal Trainer
Avika enjoys dancing and aerobics to stay fit.
Avika Gor Favorite Things
- Actress – Madhuri Dixit, Karisma Kapoor, Kajol, Rekha, Aishwarya Rai, Sushmita Sen, Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor
- Actor – Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Shahid Kapoor, Shahrukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan
- Food – Potato bhaji, Pav bhaji, Hakka noodles, Manchurian, and Manchow soup
- Vegetables – Potato, Ivy gourd, French Beans
- Fruits – Oranges, Watermelons, Apples
- Chocolate – Cadbury, Kit-Kat
- Dessert – Black Forest Cake
Source – Telly Chakkar, Mid-Day
Avika Gor Facts
- She has suffered from Asthma because of her hectic work schedule and erratic hours of shooting in the past.
- Avika was involved in a campaign which raised social awareness against child marriage.
- She is fond of pets. She has a dog called Shiroo.
- In 2017, she walked the red carpet in the Cannes film festival for her short film Ankahee Baatein.
- In 2014, Avika became the only television actress from India to receive the ‘Face of the Year’ award in Vietnam.
- She made her Tollywood debut in the 2013 movie Uyyala Jampala.
- Follow Avika on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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