Mumbai: Actor, documentary filmmaker, wildlife photographer and entrepreneur Rishina Kandhari is carving a distinctive path across entertainment, wildlife conservation, conscious travel and wellness. Known for her performances in popular Indian television shows including Diya Aur Baati Hum, Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai, Na Umra Ki Seema Ho and Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev, crime patrol, Kandhari has extended her creative journey beyond the screen to pursue her passion for nature and meaningful storytelling.
As the founder of Risa Elixír, a luxury travel and wellness venture, she aims to create immersive experiences that bring people closer to nature, mindful living and wildlife. Her work as a documentary filmmaker and wildlife photographer reflects her commitment to highlighting conservation issues and stories of communities whose lives and traditions deserve wider recognition.
Alongside her professional pursuits, Kandhari supports humanitarian initiatives focused on uplifting underprivileged communities. Balancing multiple careers with family life, she believes women should not have to choose between ambition, personal fulfilment and their passions.
“Success, for me, is not about fitting into one identity. It is about having the courage to explore different passions, staying true to your values, and creating something meaningful along the way,” says Kandhari.
Through her work across entertainment, entrepreneurship, filmmaking and conservation, she hopes to encourage women, particularly those navigating social expectations, to pursue their aspirations with confidence and build lives that reflect their individuality.
Her journey reflects a broader shift in how success is defined today not merely by professional milestones, but by purpose, personal growth and the positive impact one creates in the world.
