The British actress Archie Panjabi made her on-screen debut in the mid-90s and has gone on to perform a vast variety of characters in both US and UK entertainment industries. After a series of minor roles early on, she first rose to prominence by starring in the 2002 romantic comedy sports blockbuster Bend It Like Beckham. From there onwards, she has actively work in both the British and Hollywood film industries, resulting in acclaimed performances in movies like Yasmin, The Constant Gardener, A Mighty Heart, and San Andreas. Alongside being a movie star, Archie’s work on the small screen has turned her into a household name.
Over the years, she has played key roles in numerous hit TV shows including Postman Pat, The Fall, Blindspot, Departure, and The Good Wife. The latter is considered to be the most prominent work of her acting career as it was highly acclaimed and also led her to honors like NAACP Image Award and Primetime Emmy Award. Now at the end let’s take a look at her personal life. Archie Panjabi married bespoke tailor Rajesh Nihalani in 1998 and the couple continues to enjoy a happy life together.
Archie Panjabi Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Archana Panjabi
- Nicknames: Archie
- Date of Birth: May 31, 1972
- Birthplace: Edgware, United Kingdom
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actress
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Religion: Hindu
- Race/ Ethnicity: Asian
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Archie Panjabi Height Weight Shoe Size Measurements Facts
Archie Panjabi Family Details:
- Father: Govind Panjabi (Teacher)
- Mother: Padma Panjabi (Teacher)
- Siblings: Ashwin Panjabi (Brother)
- Spouse Name: Rajesh Nihalani (m. 1998)
- Children Name: None
Archie Panjabi Relationships History:
- Rajesh Nihalani – Bespoke Tailor
Archie Panjabi Career Highlights:
- First Film: Bideshi (1995)
- First TV Show: Siren Spirits (1994)
Archie Panjabi Body Measurements:
The following list includes Archie Panjabi height, weight, shoe size, and vital statistics complete information.
- Build: Slim
- Height in Feet: 5′ 3″
- Height in Centimeters: 160 cm
- Weight in Kilogram: 56 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 123 pounds
- Feet/ Shoe Size: 6.5 (US)
Archie Panjabi Interesting Facts:
- She is classically trained in ballet.
- Both of Archie’s parents were schoolteachers.
- Growing up, she lived in India for a few years.
- In the 1999 film East Is East, she played the role of 14-year-old Meenah Khan while she was actually 26-years-old at the time.
