Mrinal Deo-Kulkarni is an Indian actress and director known for her work in several films and television productions. She is best known for her role as Mirabai in Doordarshan's Mirabai and as an angel on Star Plus's Son Pari. She has also acted in Marathi language and Hindi TV serials and films.

Early life, family and education

She was born 21 June 1971 into a Marathi Konkanastha Brahmin family in Pune. Her parents are Dr. Vijay Deo and Dr. Veena Deo. She has a Master's degree in Linguistics from Pune University. She has a sister named Madhura. She lost her father after illness on 11 April 2019. Her mother Dr. Veena Deo died on 29 October 2024. She married her childhood friend Ruchir Kulkarni in 1990 and has a son Virajas who is also a part of Marathi film industry.

Direction

Mrinal Kulkarni debuted as a Director for the Marathi film, Prem Mhanje... Prem Mhanje.... Prem Asta. The story of the film was written by Mrunal Kulkarni. After that, she directed Marathi historical drama Rama Madhav.

Filmography

Films

Television

Web series

Films written and directed

Television commercial

Awards and nominations

Kulkarni has won following awards-