Chhaya Kadam is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Marathi and Hindi films. She is known for her work in films such as ‘Fandry’ (2013) (Marathi), ‘Nude’ (2018) (Marathi), ‘Jhund’ (2022) (Hindi), and ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ (2022).
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Chhaya Kadam was born on 23 October in Mumbai. His zodiac sign is Libra. She grew up in a suburban area called Kalina, which is located in the south-western part of Mumbai. According to her, she failed in her 12th class exam because she was more focused on sports than studies. Chhaya has obtained a degree in Textile Design from Sathaye College, Vile Parle, Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
Height (Approx): 5′ 6″
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: black
Family
Chhaya Kadam belongs to a middle class family from Kalina.
parents and siblings
Chhaya has lost her parents. His father, Raghunath Dattaram Kadam, was a mill worker, and his mother, Suhasini, was a housewife. Both of them were devoted followers of Shirdi Sai Baba, and his father was a member of the board of trustees of the Shirdi temple.
Chaya Kadam’s parents
Chhaya Kadam with her mother
Chaya Kadam with his family
husband and children
There is not much information about his marital status and children.
livelihood
Theater
Chhaya Kadam made her acting debut in 2007 with the Marathi language theatrical production ‘Julva’ (also spelled Zulva), in which she played the role of a sex worker. Later he worked in other theatrical productions including ‘Aangai’.
Chhaya Kadam performing in the drama presentation ‘Julva’
short film
Chhaya Kadam has appeared in a few Marathi short films including ‘Vitthal’ (2009) and ‘Dagadanchya Desh’ (2010).
Shadow Kadam in a scene from the short film ‘Dagdanchya Desh’ (2010)
film
Marathi
Chhaya started her career in Marathi film industry in 2010 with the film ‘Baimanush’, but this film was never released. The same year, she appeared in the film Mi Sindhutai Sapkaal.
Chhaya Kadam’s look from the film ‘Baimanush’ (2010)
Chhaya Kadam in a scene from the film ‘Mee Sindhutai Sapkaal’ (2010)
She appeared as Chuttan’s mother in the musical drama film ‘Ayana Ka Bayana’ in 2012. Her role as ‘Nani’ in the film ‘Fandry’ (2013) was highly appreciated by the audience and critics.
Chhaya Kadam as ‘Nani’ in the film ‘Fandry’ (2013)
In 2018, she played the role of ‘Chandrakka’ in the film ‘Nude’. In the same year, she appeared in the film ‘Redu’. Chhaya has worked in several other Marathi films such as ‘Aatpadi Nights’ (2019), ‘Kesari’ (2020), ‘Ne Varanbhat Loncha Kon Ne Koncha’ (2022), and ‘Sarla Ek Koti’ (2023).
Chhaya Kadam as ‘Chandrakka’ in a scene from the film ‘Nude’ (2018)
Hindi
Chhaya Kadam made her Bollywood debut in 2014 with the action film ‘Singham Returns’ starring Ajay Devgan and Kareena Kapoor; He had a brief scene in the film.
A poster of the film ‘Singham Returns’ (2014)
In 2015, she appeared as Khadi Commission in the biographical film titled ‘Gaur Hari Dastaan: The Freedom File’ based on freedom fighter Gaur Hari Das. In 2016, Chhaya played the role of Child Welfare Minister in the biographical sports film ‘Budhiya Singh – Born to Run’. The film was based on the life of Budhiya Singh, the world’s youngest marathon runner. Chhaya has appeared in several other Hindi films, such as Sakhu Kaur in the black-comedy crime thriller film ‘Andhadhun’ (2018), Dhurpi Patil in the action film ‘Antim: The Final Truth’ (2021), Ranjana Borade in the biopic Khel. film ‘Jhund’ (2022), and Amma in the drama film ‘Safed’ (2023), which premiered on ZEE5.
Chhaya Kadam as ‘Amma’ in a scene from the film ‘Safed’ (2023)
Television
Chhaya Kadam made her television debut in 2020 with the Hindi-language historical drama series ‘Mere Sai: Shraddha Aur Saburi’; The series aired on Sony Entertainment Television (SET).
Chhaya Kadam on the poster of the television series ‘Mere Sai: Shraddha Aur Saburi’
award
- On 30 April 2016, she received the Best Supporting Actress Award for the Marathi film ‘Bhidu’ at the 6th Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival.
Chhaya Kadam received the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 6th Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival.
- Best Actress for the Marathi film ‘Redu’ at the 5th Aurangabad International Film Festival held at Inox Prozone Mall, Aurangabad, Maharashtra in January 2018.
Chhaya Kadam received the Best Actress Award which she won at the 5th Aurangabad International Film Festival
- Received award in 2018
shadow step taking the award
- Received Mata Samman Award for the film ‘Nude’ in 2019
Chaya Kadam with Mata Samman Award
- Received the Best Marathi Actor Award at the 10th Newsmakers Achievers Awards held at the Rangswar Auditorium, Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Mumbai on 1 May 2019.
Chhaya Kadam receiving the Best Marathi Actor Award at the 10th Newsmakers Achievers Awards
- Best Supporting Actress Award for Marathi film ‘Nude’ at the 56th Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards held on 26 May 2019
Chhaya Kadam received the Best Supporting Actress award, which she won at the 56th Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards.
- Special Jury Award for Best Actress in a Regional Feature Film at the 7th Rajasthan International Film Festival for Marathi short films Bharat Maja Desh Aahe and Lal; The event was held in Jodhpur in 2021.
Chhaya Kadam after winning the Special Jury Award for Best Actress at the 7th Rajasthan International Film Festival
- Received Padmashree Daya Pawar Memorial Award on 20 September 2022
Chhaya Kadam receiving the Padmashree Daya Pawar Memorial Award (2022)
Facts/General Knowledge
- Chhaya is an ardent follower of Lord Ganesha.
Chhaya Kadam’s Instagram post about celebrating Ganpati festival
- His name is also written as ‘Chhaya Kadam’.
- He has a deep love for sports, especially Kabaddi. During his college days, he played Kabaddi at the national level.
- Chaya follows a non-vegetarian diet.
Chaya Kadam eating crab masala
- On 23 October 2022, he pledged to donate some of his organs after his death.
Chhaya Kadam’s Instagram post about donating her organs
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