Channa Ruparel Wiki, Biography, Height, Age, Husband, Net Worth 2025

 

Channa Ruparel, a renowned Indian TV actress who had a large audience following during the great years of Indian TV in the late 1980’s and 1990’s. On screen, she was graceful, with very expressive eyes and classical charm, which made her a regular on Doordaneshwar and later private networks. Today, she is still remembered for her great roles in mythological and dramatic series.

Wiki & Biography

Channa Ruparel was born on Monday, May 17, 1971, in Mumbai, India. Of the zodiac sign Taurus, which is known for determination and artistic inclination, she is a bearers traits which are very much in play in her personality. She finished school at The Modern School, Mumbai, and went on to graduate from Lala Lajpatrai College.

From a very young age, Channa showed an interest in the performing arts. In addition to academics, she was also very much into dance, cultural programs, and other co-curricular activities. Her introduction to the entertainment field was through modeling, which in turn gave way to her break into TV and film.

Physical Appearance

Channa Ruparel has an elegant and dignified presence.

  • Height: About 5 feet 4 inches.
  • Hair Color: Black.
  • Eye Color: Indigo.

Her blue colored eyes, which gave her the moniker of “small screen’s blue-eyed girl,” a title that fit her unique charm.

Family & Personal Life

Channa Ruparel was born and raised in Mumbai. She has managed to keep up a formal public image; at the same time, however has chosen to keep her family life out of the public eye. That which pertains to her parents, siblings, husband, or personal life is not a matter of public record. This choice of hers has enabled her to live a balanced life away from the prying eyes of the media.

Career Journey

In 1987, Channa Ruparel had her TV debut with Doordarshan’s serial “Chunauti”. But it was in 1988 that she broke through to fame when she played the role of Goddess Rukmini in the great mythological series “Mahabharat”. Her performance at that time was very much appreciated for its grace and emotional depth.

After some time away from acting, she had a strong comeback in 1994 in the popular drama “Swabhimaan,” which brought her back into the TV limelight. Through the years, she appeared in many a notable serial including “Dhaar”, “7 Days” and “The Zee Horror Show” which proved out her versatility across genres from mythology to suspense and drama.

Favourite Things & Interests

Channa Ruparel is a fan of Italian food and has a preference for tea, which she puts forward above other drinks. She looks up to Narendra Modi, has the Bhagavad Gita as her favorite book, and is into Satyamev Jayate. In terms of artists, she is very much into M. S. Subbulakshmi, which shows her love for classical art and spirituality. Also, she is a regular at Butters in Mumbai.

Facts & Trivia

  • She is into travel and cooking.
  • She speaks Hindi, English, and Marathi.
  • Channa is a dedicated Shiva devotee.
  • She is a mainstay of early Indian TV.

Net Worth (2025)

As of 2025, Channa Ruparel does not report her exact net worth. That said, her long-term presence in TV and modeling indicates a stable and respectable financial status.

Channa Ruparel is still recalled as a figure of great talent and elegance from the classic age of Indian TV, which he left behind a legacy that still speaks to us today.