Nirmal Rishi Biography

Nirmal Rishi, affectionately known as Munni, is a renowned actress, theatre artist, and retired lecturer. She gained fame for her iconic role as Gulabo Maasi in the Punjabi film “Long Da Lishkara” (1983), marking her debut in the film industry.

Nirmal Rishi Age, Family, Biography, Career, & More

Throughout her illustrious career, she has received numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the PTC Film Awards in 2017 and the Filmfare Award (Punjabi) for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in “Nikka Zaildar” (2017). Born on August 27, 1943 (Friday), Nirmal Rishi continues to be celebrated for her significant contributions to Punjabi cinema and theatre.

Early Life

Nirmal Rishi was born on August 27, 1943, in the village of Khiva Kalan, Bathinda, Punjab, during the British India era. She grew up in a large family, with her father, Baldev Krishan Rishi, serving as the village Sarpanch, and her mother, Bachni Devi. Tragically, she lost her two elder brothers in infancy.

Nirmal attended school in Ganganagar, Rajasthan, and later pursued higher education at the Government College for Physical Education in Patiala, where she earned an M.Phil. in Physical Education. Her upbringing in a close-knit family and her educational background laid the foundation for her distinguished career in acting and education.

Education

Nirmal Rishi attended school in Ganganagar, Rajasthan. She pursued higher education at the Government College for Physical Education in Patiala, where she earned an M.Phil. in Physical Education.

Age

Nirmal Rishi was born on August 27, 1943 (Friday), in the village of Khiva Kalan, Bathinda, Punjab, British India (now Mansa, Punjab, India). As of 2024, she is 81 years old. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. She held British Indian nationality from her birth until August 15, 1947, and has been an Indian national since then.

Physical Stats

Nirmal Rishi stands approximately 5′ 4″ (163 cm) tall. She has dark brown eyes and salt & pepper hair, which she often dyes black.

Husband

She is currently unmarried.

Family

Nirmal Rishi’s father, Baldev Krishan Rishi, was the village Sarpanch, and her mother was Bachni Devi. She had two elder brothers who passed away in infancy, two elder sisters, and two younger brothers, one of whom is named Roshan Lal Rishi.

Nirmal Rishi Brother Roshan Lal Rishi

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Career

Nirmal Rishi began her illustrious career as a theatre artist and actress, gaining widespread recognition for her debut role as Gulabo Maasi in the Punjabi film “Long Da Lishkara” (1983). Over the years, she became a celebrated figure in Punjabi cinema, known for her powerful performances and versatile acting skills. Her notable achievements include receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the PTC Film Awards in 2017 and the Filmfare Award (Punjabi) for Best Supporting Actress for “Nikka Zaildar” in 2017. Beyond acting, Nirmal also dedicated a significant part of her life to education, working as a lecturer before retiring.

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Net Worth

The net worth of Nirmal Rishi is not publicly known.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Nirmal Rishi

• The first play she performed with the group was Aduhre Sapne.
• She then appeared in several other plays like Kanak Di Bali, Loha Kut, and Hind di Chaadar. She also performed the Punjabi version of the play And in the Dry Mountains. Bollywood actor Om Puri was also a part of the play.
• Nirmal was one of the best shooters in her district in her school days.
• Nirmal Rishi grew up in a middle-class family in Mansa, Punjab.
• In school, she was a part of the NCC team and received the J1 and J2 certificates.
• In her school days, she also actively took part in other co-curricular activities like sports, singing, shooting, and dancing.
• In 2016, Rishi played a small role in the Bollywood film Dangal.
• Her family didn’t give her a name until she turned two. It was when her name was to be added in a document, the village Patwari gave her the name Nirmala. Later, it was changed to Nirmal.
• Growing up Nirmal developed an interest in acting and took part in various school plays. The first play in which she acted was Kabuli Wala.
• During that time, theatre artist Harpal Tiwana and his wife Neena were looking for good talents to start a theatre group in Patiala. Nirmal became a part of their theatre group ‘Punjab Kala Manch’ and began acting in plays in 1966.
• As she excelled in various sports in her school and college days, Nirmal decided to become a physical education instructor and joined Government College Patiala for Physical Education.
• As a child, she desired to join the Indian Army.
• Although in her time girls were not allowed to move out of their houses, Nirmal’s family always supported her in making her career.

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