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Mumbai, India & Durban, South Africa

Divaksha Jinabhai

Actress. Model. Dancer. Choreographer.

Divaksha Jinabhai looking at the camera over her shoulder, in a denim jacket and silver jewellery
Portrait by Jashlin M

Divaksha Jinabhai is a South African actress, model and Kathak-trained dancer available for casting in Mumbai. Explore her photographs, performance films and selected credits for film, web series, commercials and music videos.

मुंबई में फ़िल्मों, वेब सीरीज़ और विज्ञापनों की कास्टिंग के लिए उपलब्ध अभिनेत्री। हिंदी में दक्ष। अनुरोध पर सेल्फ़-टेप ऑडिशन उपलब्ध हैं।

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Dialogue languages
English, Hindi, Gujarati. Proficient in Hindi.
Auditions
Remote self-tapes available on request
Availability
Available for casting in Mumbai. Confirm dates and travel with your brief.
Dance
Kathak, Bollywood, semi-classical
Training
Nateshwar Dance Institute
Rangmanch Pravesh in Kathak, 2023

Find the right fit for your project

Modelling

Fashion, bridal, lifestyle and campaign work. View The Indo Western Closet's Festive '25 film below.

Choreography

Kathak, Bollywood and semi-classical dance for screen and stage, with solo and ensemble experience.

Watch

On screen

Recent performance, choreography and collaboration, from a Kathak duet to a semi-classical solo.

See more on Instagram @divakshajinabhai

Gallery

Portraits and performance

Selected looks and dance photographs. Denim portraits by Jashlin M. Select an image to view the full frame.

In the press

Featured

  • Zee WorldTelevision

    Dance Naija Dance

    Judge, Dance Naija Dance

    Divaksha joins the judging panel of Zee World's Dance Naija Dance, bringing her background in Kathak, Bollywood dance and performance to the competition.

    Zee World

  • Poster for the music video Aayo Ayodhya Mein Ram, Ram, Lakshman and Sita crowned in gold before a temple courtyard of dancers
    Boss StudioMusic video

    Aayo Ayodhya Mein Ram

    A devotional release from Boss Studio, sung by Romy and Prerna Sahetia and directed by Javed Sanadi. Divaksha is one of the two featured dancers, credited on the film alongside the choreographer Lakshya Sharma.

    Boss Studio · 20 January 2024 · 5 min 24

    Watch on YouTube
  • JOMBA!Dance festival

    On the EDGE · 2022

    SAMSARA

    Dancer in SAMSARA, choreographed by Pavishen Paideya. The work was presented on the JOMBA! on the EDGE programme in 2022, exploring Indian South African identity and belonging.

    Official JOMBA! programme · University of KwaZulu-Natal

    View the festival credit
  • The PostFeature

    Showcase of Durban's diverse dance scene returns

    We intend on showcasing the heart and soul of Bollywood and all that Indian culture has to offer.

    On performing with Rudra Dance Theatre in Shall We Dance at the Playhouse Opera, the annual showcase presented by the South African Dance Teachers' Association.

    The Post · September 2023

    Read the feature
  • Lotus FMRadio

    Style in the City

    Steps of Storytelling: Heritage Month

    A Heritage Month episode on celebrating culture through movement. Divaksha talks through her journey into dance, the lessons it has taught her, and how she keeps tradition alive while encouraging a new generation to honour their heritage through art.

    SABC · 22 September 2025

    Listen to the episode
  • The Bollywood TempestStage performance

    Sunday Times Eastern Bridal Fair

    Performed a contemporary duet to Awari with Yesheen Bhagwandeen at the 2014 dance and fashion show. Coverage names Divaksha as a dancer in the production.

    Durban · September 2014

    Read the performance coverage

FAQ

Casting and audition questions

Is Divaksha Jinabhai available for actress casting in Mumbai?
Yes. Divaksha Jinabhai is available for film, television, web series, commercial and music video casting in Mumbai. Send your character brief, shoot dates and location to divaksha.j@gmail.com to confirm availability and arrangements.
Can Divaksha perform dialogue in Hindi?
Divaksha Jinabhai is proficient in Hindi and can perform dialogue in English, Hindi and Gujarati. Include the script and any accent or delivery requirements with your casting brief.
Can casting directors request a remote self-tape?
Yes. Remote self-tapes are available on request. Email the character brief, script or audition sides, language, deadline, framing instructions and submission format to divaksha.j@gmail.com.

Casting

Send a casting brief

Share the role, language and deadline and it goes straight to Divaksha’s inbox. Self-tapes can be recorded to your framing and format.

Email
divaksha.j@gmail.com
Based in
Mumbai, India and Durban, South Africa