Ankita Walawalkar, popularly known as Konkan Hearted Girl is a well-known Marathi Influencer who is a part of Bigg Boss Marathi season 5. She has recently announced her engagement to a long-time boyfriend Kunal Bhagat. Her hard work and dedication is what has led to the success that she enjoys. Besides being a well-known Marathi influencer, she is also a businesswoman. In this article, we will explore Ankita Walawalkar husband, education, her age and family status, and more.
Ankita Walawalkar Wiki
Ankita was born on 17th February 1994. She is an Aquarius, and her hometown is Malwan, Sindhudurg in Maharashtra. Her full name is Ankita Prabhu Wallankar. Being an Aquarius, she has a calm and sensitive nature. Her face is expressive and her audience can see the emotions she feels while sharing her experiences through videos or reels. She is clever and self-reliant as well. While it may seem that Ankita’s journey to success has been easy, it has not been so. Her past first relationship was not a positive experience for her and her journey towards rebuilding her life was a challenging one. Her desire to be self-reliant and cleverness are reflected in the way she runs and promotes her business.
| Full Name | Ankita Prabhu Walavalkar |
| Date of Birth | 17th February, 1994 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Place of Birth | Malvan, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession | Actress, Influencer |
| Debut | Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5 |
| Notable Works | Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5 |
| Languages | Hindi, Marathi |
| Hobbies | Dancing and Travelling |
Ankita Walawalkar Age
Ankita is 30 years old as of 2024. At such a young age she has successfully established herself as an entrepreneur and an influencer.
Ankita Walawalkar Height and Physical Measurements
Ankita is approximately 5 feet and 6 inches tall and weighs around 55 kg. She has got beautiful black eyes and dark brown hair. She practices Hinduism and follows a non-vegetarian diet.
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) |
| Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Figure Measurements | Not Known |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Ankita Walawalkar Family
Ankita Walawalkar Father is Prabhu Walawalkar, and her mother is Rashami Prabhu Walawalkar. She has two sisters, Sahanara Prabhu Walawakar and Ruhy Prabhu Walawakar. Her family belongs to the Devbangh village in Devbagh village in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. She comes from a humble family that is deeply rooted in Maharashan culture. Her parents, though strict, are extremely supportive of her decisions and lifestyle choices.
| Father | Prabhu Valawalker |
| Mother | Rashmi Prabhu Valawalker |
| Brother | Not Known |
| Sister | Shahanara Prabhu Valawalkar Ruhy Prabhu Valawalkar |
Ankita Walawalkar Education
Until 1973, Ankita did her schooling at Dr. Datta Samant Heigh School in Devbagh, Maharashtra. Then from 1973 to 2012, she did her schooling at NAD Topiwalla Junior College in Dhuriwanda in Malwan, Maharashtra. After completing her schooling she went on to pursue a degree in civil engineering. She did her engineering from the Metropolitan Institute of Technology and Management in Maharashtra.
Ankita Walawalkar Relationships
Ankita grew up in a strict household and always yearned for affection. At the age of 16, she got into a relationship with a man whose name is never revealed, who was approximately 10 years older than her. While she and her boyfriend were in a relationship, they claimed to be married to each other, however, they never really married each other. Hence she is not married and does not have an ex-husband.
One day after she turned 18, she was spotted along with her boyfriend (name not known) by her parents and they became aware of their relationship. Her parents didn’t approve of the relationship. This led to conflict between her and her parents. There came a moment when she decided to run away with her boyfriend to his home. The boyfriend, Ankita ran away with, used to work in Bombay and would visit his parents and her once in a while.
There, her boyfriend ensured that Ankita continued her education and treated her well. When things didn’t work out well between Ankita and her boyfriend/ex-husband she decided to come back to her parent’s home.
Ankita Walawalkar Husband
She plans on marrying Kunal Bhagat who is an actor. She shared the good news with regards to her marriage. She posted an adorable picture of herself and Kunal on the terrace and announced their plans for getting married. She wished her soon-to-be husband a happy Dusherra which when translated from Marathi reads as follows, “You said love is living for each other, you never know how life has changed, you met and wanted to live again. Promises to be your partner for a happy family life. Dussehra.” Good luck.”
Although Kunal and Ankita are not married yet they are only dating as of now. Ankita is extremely excited about her marriage and has been regularly sharing glimpses of her marriage preparations on her social media accounts.
Ankita Walawalkar Career
Her career can be broadly divided into two parts. The first part is her career as a public figure. This part includes her appearance on Bigg Boss Marathi season 5 as well as her career as an influencer. The second part focuses on her entrepreneurial skills.
Ankita Walawalkar in Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5
Ankita completed her full stay of 70 days in the Marathi version of Bigg Boss season 5. Her Bigg Boss journey has been full of Highs and lows, as well as lots of emotions. The week of Bigg Boss Marathi season 5 where her family came to visit her was a significant one. During one of the episodes, her two sisters as well as her father had come to visit her.
When she saw the three of them, Ankitya became extremely emotional. She hugged all three of them and cried.
The house itself was on the ‘maze’ theme. The format of the show was the same as the other edition of Bigg Boss, irrespective of the language. Despite the format remaining the same, the challenges as well as the tasks assigned added to the uniqueness of the show. Besides this, the show had an interesting mix of individuals who were well-loved and well-received by the audience.
Ankita Walawalkar Entrepreneurial Skills
Ankita has a strong entrepreneurial mindset. She has used a blend of her analytical and creative mindset to build businesses that resonate with her audience. Among her business ventures are brands such as Sindhuyog and a separate merchandise brand.
Ankita’s Sindhudyog
This is a homegrown brand of hers that focuses on selling products that are native to the Konkan region. Here she collaborates with producers and small enterprises based in the villages of the Konkan villages.
Through this brand, she sells products such as mangoes, and jackfruit and processed products such as Aam Panna as well.
Ankita’s Beach Resort
Ankita, along with her father, owns a beachside resort called Walawalakar’s Beach Resort. The resort is different from the rest in that it is not located along tourist routes or near tourist hotspots.
It is for the people who want to have an ‘off the beaten track experience’. This category of people often searches for vacation experiences or vacation spots that may not be available on the regular sites where people book accommodations or use them to plan their vacations.
Walawalakar’s beach resort is about offering a unique experience in the Konkan area.
Ankita’s Merchandise
Ankita is an influencer as well. As an influencer, she is known for her wit, the way she expresses her emotions, and her deep connection with her roots. As a part of her career as an influencer, she has launched her own personal merchandise brand in collaboration with MerchGarage.
MerchGarage is a creator-led e-commerce platform. Ankita’s merchandise line is unique to her brand. Her collection on the e-commerce platform features quirky Marathi phrases on accessories as well as hoodies, t-shirts, and more. Her merchandise is a reflection of her personality as well as the things her online followers admire about her.
Her digital identity is something a lot of people relate to and is rooted in her real life. Every piece of her merchandise that she sells is infused with her playful spirit and is a means to connect with her followers at a deeper level.
Ankita is an inspiration at many levels. At a personal level, she had suffered a major setback in her personal life and managed to bounce back and refocus on building her personal life. Some of the other career milestones and significant career achievements are –
- Being a TEDx speaker in Kalyan, Maharashtra
- In 2014, she was a part of the Vikrant Achrekar Foundation as a panelist. This event took place in May of 2014.
- She appeared on Josh talks Marathi.
- She hosted the red carpet for the Zee Marathi Utsav Natyancha Awards.
- She has also been featured in two music videos. These are Kase Visru and Tuch Morya.
Ankita Walawalkar Net Worth
Ankita, net worth is around 50 lakh. She took home 9 lakh for her participation in Bigg Boss Marathi season 5. Besides this, her net worth comes from a variety of other sources as well. She owns two different businesses, Sindhudyog, a resort, and her merch. Along with this, she regularly does Instagram brand collaborations as well.
On Instagram, she has collaborated with brands such as –
- Merch garage: This is a clothing brand.
- Red Soil Stories: It is a media outlet that focuses on rural India, traditional Indian dishes, and various other aspects of Indian culture.
- Colors Marathi: This was in the context of her participating in Bigg Boss.
- Planet Marathi ott
- RK Hair and Unisex Salon
| Name | Ankita Walawalkar |
| Profession | Actress, Model |
| Income Source | Acting, Brand Endorsement, Instagram |
| Annual Income | Not Known |
| Net Worth in Dollars | $58788.90 USD |
| Net Worth in Rupees | ₹50 Lakh INR |
| Income from Big Boss Marathi | ₹9 Lakh INR |
Ankita’s Social Media presence
Ankita has over 11.2 lakh followers on Instagram and her account is @konkanheartedgirl. On Facebook she has over 1.3 lakh followers and her page is @Ankita PrabhuWalawalkar. On YouTube, she has around 506k followers and her handle is @konkanheartedgirl.
| @konkanheartedgirl | |
| You Tube | @konkanheartedgirl |
| @Ankita PrabhuWalawalkar |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ,s)
Ans. As of 2024, Ankita is 30 years old.
Ans. Ankita does not have an ex-husband. She was in a relationship but never married.
Ans. Kunal Bhagat is Ankita’s boyfriend.
Ans. As of 2024, Ankita’s net worth is 50 lakh.
