| 1. Rupal Patel is an Indian actress known for her role as 'Kokila Modi' in the TV serial “Saath Nibhaana Saathiya.” |
| 2. She was born in Mumbai to a lower-middle-class family. |
| 3. Rupal dreamed of becoming an actress since she was young. |
| 4. After studying at the National School of Drama, she participated in various Gujarati plays as a theatre artist. |
| 5. Her acting career began in 1985 with the movie “Mehak.” |
| 6. She also appeared in films such as “Antarnaad,” “Mammo,” “Samar,” and “Sambar Salsa.” |
| 7. In 2001, Rupal ventured into television with the show, “Shagun.” |
| 8. Her portrayal of 'Kokila Modi' in “Saath Nibhaana Saathiya” earned her immense popularity. |
| 9. In 2019, she portrayed 'Meenakshi Rajvansh' in “Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke.” |
| 10. Gujarati is her mother tongue. |
| 11. Rupal values family time over socializing. |
| 12. She is the founder of the theatre group, “Panorama Art Theatres.” |
| 13. Rupal received accolades like the ‘Star Parivaar Award’ and ‘Indian Telly Award’ for her role in “Saath Nibhana Saathiya”. |
| 14. She follows spiritual guru, Shri Gagangiri Maharaj. |
| 15. An ambassador of Swachhata Abhiyaan, Rupal received appreciation letters from Prime Minister Narendra Modi twice. |
