Apara Mehta is an Indian actress best known for her role as Savita Mansukh Virani, Tulsi’s mother-in-law, in the hit TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Born in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, she is her parents’ only child and has been involved in the arts since a young age, learning classical music and Kathak. She began her career in television at 15, hosting a children’s show on Ahmedabad Doordarshan.

Apara started performing in plays in 1981 and has acted in over 150 plays. Her TV career took off with Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka as Paro, but she became famous with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. She later appeared in shows like Saat Phere, Parrivaar, Dillagi, Hum Hain Anari, Love Marriage, and Chandan Ka Palna. She’s also known for her comedy roles in Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo, Golmaal Hai Bhai Sab Golmaal Hai, and Hamari Saas Leela.

In addition to TV, Apara has appeared in some Bollywood films. She acted in shows like Firangi Bahu, Tu Mere Agal Bagal Hai, Qayamat Ki Raat, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai, and Sai-Shraddha aur Saburi. Recently, she played Manmita Chaddha in Choti Sarrdaarni and appeared in Maddam Sir.