Her birth name is Neeru Bheda, but she adopted the stage name Rakhi Sawant when entering the entertainment industry.
She made her Bollywood debut with the film Agnichakra (1997), though she later became famous for her item numbers and reality TV appearances.
Rakhi gained massive popularity through her participation in Bigg Boss Season 1 (2006), where her bold personality made her a household name.
She has appeared in more than 30 films across Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, and Tamil cinema.
Rakhi once launched her own political party called the Rashtriya Aam Party in 2014, before joining the Republican Party of India (Athawale).
She is known as the “Drama Queen” of Indian television, often making headlines for her outspoken and controversial statements.
Apart from acting and politics, she has also worked as a dancer and television host, showcasing her versatility.
Rakhi has been part of several reality shows, including Nach Baliye, Rakhi Ka Swayamvar, and multiple seasons of Bigg Boss.