Shweta Tiwari (born October 4, 1980 in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, India) is an Indian film and television actress. She played the role of Prerna in Balaji Telefilms's popular television show Kasautii Zindagii Kay that used to be aired on an Indian television channel STAR Plus, for which she has received many awards. She has done several commercial advertisements, dance shows, plays and cameos in other television serials. At present, Tiwari is quite active in Bhojpuri Films and was seen as one the judges on Star Plus reality dance show Aajaa Mahi Vay.[1] She is also a contestant of the reality television show, Bigg Boss.
| Shweta Tiwari | |
|---|---|
 Shweta Tiwari at the sets of film Trinetra. | |
| Born | October 4, 1980 Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Other names | ShwetaPrerna Bajaj |
| Occupation | Model, Actress, Television presenter, Producer |
| Years active | 1999 - Present |
| Spouse | Raja Choudhary (1998 - 2007 Divorced) |
| Children | Palak Choudhary |
| Parents | Ashok K Tiwari Nirmala Tiwari |
| Website | |
| http://www.shwetatiwari.india-forums.com/ | |
Career
As an Actress
While playing Khoobsoorat Bahu on stage, Shweta got noticed by a well-known director and started her acting career in 1999 with Kaleerein. She also took part in the reality show Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao, where she faced controversy over her shower in the jungle.
On 3 October 2010, she became part of the Indian television reality show, Bigg Boss 4, hosted by Salman Khan.
As a Producer
Shweta is also a producer and is producing television serials and films.
Personal life
In 1998 at the age of 18, Shweta married actor Raja Chaudhary. They divorced nine years later. The couple has a daughter named Palak.
On Ocotober 16, her house was raided by Raja Chaudhary while she was away shooting for Big Boss.
Filmography
TV shows
- Kaleerein as Komal
- Aane Wala Pal
- Karam as Kajol
- Kaahin Kissii Roz as Anita
- Rishtey
- Daddy Samjha Karo
- Dost
- Yatra Show Host
- Kasautii Zindagii Kay as Prerna Sharma/Basu/Bajaj
- Nach Baliye 2 (with Ex husband Raja Choudhary)
- Jjhoom India Herself as a contestant
- Sanjog Se Bani Sangini special dance performance
- Dhamal Express Herself as a contestant
- Yeh Hai Jalwa Herself along with Ronit Roy
- Aajaa Mahi Vay co-judge with Ronit Roy
- Ajeeb as Ms Sapna Basu
- Jalwa 4 2 ka 1
- Jaane Kya Baat Hui as Aradhana Sareen
- Comedy Circus - Chinchpokli To China
- Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 3 Show Host
- Dance Sangram As a Judge
- Bigg Boss 4 - Herself - contestant
T.V. Commercials
- Pears
- Tanishq
- Revlon Hair Colour
- Nirma Washing Powder
- Cellone
- Amul Milk
- Johnson & Johnson
- Lijjat Papad
- Vardhaman Knitting Yarns
- Ceema Bulbs and Tubes
- Sharp Refrigerator
- P. P. Jewellers
- Dabur Hair Oil
- Dabur Lal Toothpaste
- Yes Home Appliances
- Regent Tiles
- Himgange Hair Oil
- Chandan Mouth Freshner
- Gala Brushes
- Save da girl child
Teleshopping Program
- Deemark Herbal Hair's oil
Films
- Madhoshi (2004) (Hindi Film) As Tabbasum
- Abra ka dabra (Hindi Film)
- Hamar Sayian Hindustani (2008) (Bhojpuri Film)
- Kab Aibu Anganwa Hamar (2008) (Bhojpuri Film)
- Ae Bhouji Ke Sister (2009) (Bhojpuri Film)
- Apni Boli Apna Des (Punjabi Film)
Plays
- Khoobsoorat
- Gaz Foot Inch
- Kiraayedar
- Shararat
- Shaadi ki Home Delivery
Other Projects
- A Daler Mehndi music video called Paisa Paisa
- Music video on song Mehndi nu by Balkar Sidhu
- Radio show 'Seher' for 92.7 Big FM (now off air)
Awards
- Star Parivaar Awards 2003 - Favorite Jodi with Cezanne Khan
- Star Parivaar Awards 2004 - Favorite Maa
- Star Parivaar Awards 2004 - Favorite Bahu
- Star Parivaar Awards 2005 - Favorite Maa
- Star Parivaar Awards 2006 - Favorite Maa
- Star Parivaar Awards 2007 - Favorite Maa
- Star Parivaar Awards 2008 -(She was honoured for her immense service for Star Plus & the show).