Samridhii Shukla is a talented Indian television actress and voice-over artist, widely recognized for her role as Abhira Sharma in the popular Star Plus series Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. She has also made a name for herself as the voice of Doraemon in the Hindi version of the beloved animated series after taking over from Sonal Kaushal in 2020. Additionally, she voiced Indumati in “Chhota Bheem” and has been involved in numerous other dubbing projects. This article explores her personal life, career journey, and rise to fame.  

Here’s Everything You Wanted to Know about TV Actress Samridhii Shukla aka Abhira

Samridhii Shukla is a talented Indian television actress and voice-over artist, widely recognized for her role as Abhira Sharma in the popular Star Plus series “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.” She has also made a name for herself as the voice of Doraemon in the Hindi version of the beloved animated series after taking over from Sonal Kaushal in 2020. Additionally, she voiced Indumati in “Chhota Bheem” and has been involved in numerous other dubbing projects. This article explores her personal life, career journey, and rise to fame.  

Early Life

TV actress Samridhii Shukla was born on November 14, 1995, in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India, and was raised in the bustling city of Mumbai, Maharashtra, where she currently resides. At 28 years old, Samridhii is well-known for starting her career as a voice-over artist before transitioning into acting. Interestingly, acting was not her first choice for her career; she initially hoped she would pursue a profession in medicine, inspired by her grandfather, who is a surgeon. However, she eventually found science challenging and decided to follow a different path.

Acting runs in her family, making her the third generation in the industry. Her grandmother, Vandana Shastri, was an actress who appeared in over 80 films, and her father, Pawan Shukla, is also an actor and voice-over artist. This familial background in the entertainment industry naturally drew Samridhii towards voice acting, and she made her debut as a dubbing artist for the Netflix series ‘The Kissing Booth.’ Additionally, her uncle, Rishabh Shukla, is an actor, further solidifying the family’s strong connection to the world of acting.

Early Career Life

Samridhii’s career started at a young age, with her debut as a voice-over artist in the series “Sai Baba” in 2005 when she was just 11 years old. Over the years, she lent her voice to a wide range of characters in both English and Hindi, gaining recognition for her work in animated series, movies, and television shows. Notably, she voiced Hannah Baker in the Hindi version of the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” in 2017, and later dubbed for various Hollywood films like “Mortal Engines” and “Bumblebee” in 2018.

In 2020, Samridhii launched her own YouTube channel, where she shares moral stories and other content. Her film debut came in 2021 with the Kannada movie “Tajmahal 2,” where she played the role of Spandana. That same year, she made her television debut as Saavi Dalmiya in the Colors TV series “Saavi Ki Savaari.”

Also Read: Know The Current Cast Of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai

Rise to Fame

Samridhii’s most notable role to date is playing Abhira Sharma in the Star Plus serial Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, where she stars opposite Rohit Purohit as the female protagonist of the show’s fourth generation. This role has significantly elevated her profile in the television industry.

Also Read: YRKKH Cast New: Quickly Know Now the Real Names & Background of Characters

TV Actress Samridhii Shukla Career Highlights

Dubbing Roles 

Samridhii has an extensive portfolio of dubbing roles;

• Sai Baba (2005) – Dubbed the voice of a child.
• The Powerpuff Girls (2016-2019) – Dubbed the voice of Blossom.
• Zootopia (2016) – Dubbed the voice of Fru Fru.
• 13 Reasons Why (2017) – Dubbed the voice of Hannah Baker.
• Beauty and the Beast (2017) – Dubbed the voice of Emma Watson.
• Kong: Skull Island (2017) – Dubbed the voice of Jing Tian.
• Selection Day (2018-2019) – Dubbed the role of Zoya in English.
• Little Singham (2018) – Dubbed the voice of Ajay in the cartoon series.
• Mortal Engines (2018) – Dubbed the voice of Hera Hilmar.
• Bumblebee (2018) – Dubbed the voice of Charlie Watson.
• Deadpool 2 (2018) – Dubbed the voice of Yukio.
• Another Life (2019) – Dubbed the role of Petra Smith.
• Comali (2019) – Dubbed the voice of Nikitha Krishnamurthy in Hindi.
• Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2019) – Dubbed the voice of Jhanvi Kapoor in English.
• Bulbbul (2019) – Dubbed the voice of Tripti Dimri in English.
• Raat Akeli Hai (2019) – Dubbed the voice of Shweta Tripathi.
• Golmaal Jr. (2019) – Dubbed the character of Mili.
• Doraemon (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Doraemon.
• Chhota Bheem (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Indumati.
• Torbaaz (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Nargis Fakhri.
• V (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Aditi Rao Hydari.
• The Kissing Booth 2 (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Joey King.
• Project Power (2020) – Dubbed the voice of Dominique Fishback.
• Sweet Tooth (2021) – Dubbed the voice of Stefania LaVie Owen in the television series.
• Shang-Chi (2021) – Dubbed the voice of Meng’er Zhang in Hindi.
• Ajeeb Daastaans (2021) – Dubbed the voice of Nushrratt Bharuccha in English.
• Haseen Dillruba (2021) – Dubbed the voice of Taapsee Pannu for the role of Rani Kashyap in English.
• Pagglait (2021) – Dubbed the voice of Shruti Sharma in English.
• Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein (2022) – Dubbed the role of Shweta Tripathi in English.
• Jogi (2022) – Dubbed the role of Amyra Dastur as Kammo in English.
• Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022) – Dubbed the role of Alia Bhatt in English.
• Animal (2023) – Dubbed the role of Tripti Dimri in English.
• A Family Affair (2024) – Dubbed the role of Joey King.
• Bridgerton Season 3 (2024) – Dubbed the role of Claudia Jessie.
• Kota Factory Season 3 (2024) – Dubbed the role of Revathi Pillai.

Television and Film Roles

• Saavi Ki Savaari (2022–2023): Played the lead role of Saavi Goyal Dalmiya.
• Tajmahal 2 (2022): Portrayed the character Spandana in the Kannada film.
• Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (2023 – Present): Currently playing Advocate Abhira Sharma.

Filmography

In 2022, Samridhi Shukla made her acting debut with the Colors TV serial “Saavi Ki Savaari,” where she played the lead role of Saavi Goyal Dalmiya opposite Farman Haider. That same year, she ventured into the Kannada film industry, portraying Spandana in “Tajmahal 2.” Additionally, she provided the English voiceover for Triptii Dimri’s character in the movie “Animal.” Starting in November 2023, Shukla took on the role of Abhira Sharma Poddar, the fourth-generation protagonist, in the long-running StarPlus series “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai,” starring alongside Rohit Purohit, who replaced Shehzada Dhami. In 2023, she also made a special appearance as Abhira Sharma in the show “Anupamaa.”

Shukla’s voice acting career began in 2018, with roles in various animated series like “Little Singham,” “Golmaal Jr.,” and “Doraemon.” She has also lent her voice to television characters in shows such as “Sai Baba,” “The Powerpuff Girls,” “Selection Day,” “Another Life,” and “Sweet Tooth,” among others.

In the film industry, Shukla has voiced characters in movies across multiple languages, including “Zootopia,” “13 Reasons Why,” “The Return of Rebel 2,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Kong: Skull Island,” “Mortal Engines,” “Bumblebee,” and “Deadpool 2,” among others. Beyond films, web series, and animated shows, Samridhi has also voiced characters in various podcast programs. In 2021, she voiced Sita in the podcast “Jai Bajarangi,” where she worked alongside Suniel Shetty, who voiced the character of Lord Hanuman.

Personal Life

Samridhii shares a close bond with her first co-star Farman Haider.

Also Read: YRKKH Cast New: Quickly Know Now the Real Names & Background of Characters

More About Samridhii Shukla: Her likes and dislikes

Voice-over artist and TV actress Samridhii Shukla has a deep fondness for cats and enjoys watching cat videos. Her favorite foods are Pav Bhaji and dosa. She admires Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt. A binge-watcher by nature, her current favorite shows are “Money Heist” and “Game of Thrones.” Samridhi’s favorite singer is Arijit Singh, and she is a fan of cricketer Virat Kohli. Her hobbies include reading books and traveling.  

Samridhii Shukla has established her own niche in the Indian television and dubbing industry. With her unique talents and passion for her profession, she continues to captivate audiences as an actress and voice-over artist. Her performance as Abhira Sharma in “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai” is yet another milestone in her rising career.