Born to an Indian Army family in Dehradun, Shivangi spent a lot of her childhood in Rishikesh.

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Before becoming an actor, Shivangi trained as a Kathak dancer, also participating in school competitions.

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She started her TV career in 2013 with shows like Khelti Hai Zindagi Aankh Micholi and Begusarai.

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UK-based newspaper Eastern Eye consistently ranked Shivangi among the

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Her portrayal of Naira in the show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and her chemistry with co-star Mohsin Khan earned Shivangi immense popularity.

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Shivangi and Mohsin received the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Best Actress and Actor for their work in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein.

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Sometimes she showcases her artistic side on social media through sketching and painting.

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