Shweta Tiwari, Rupali Ganguly: These female TV stars have proved that shelf life of lead actresses doesn't end at 35

It's often said that TV actresses have only a limited shelf life and they are no longer in demand post their mid 30s. This, however, has been proven wrong by many female stars in the television industry. While they continue to do great projects and meatier roles, some of them have captured attention for keeping themselves fit and being in demand on social media. Take a look at some of these actresses... (Photo: Instagram)

At 41, Shweta Tiwari is unstoppable. The actress, who has done several popular daily soaps on television including Kasautii Zindagii Kay, was last seen in the action-packed reality show, Khatron Ke Khiladi. Before that, she did TV serial Mere Dad Ki Dulhan with Varun Badola. Not just this, Shweta has redefined glam by dedicating herself to fitness at this age and flaunting her abs in trendy outfits. Her photoshoots have become the talk of telly-town. (Photo: Instagram)

Rupali Ganguly, 44, is currently seen in the hit daily soap, Anupamaa. The actress is over 40 yet has soared to new heights with the show which has been number one on the TRP charts for a long time now. Rupali has played popular characters like Monisha in hit Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Pinky Jeet Ahuja in Parvarrish. The actress, who took a break from TV post the birth of her son, is back with a bang. In several of her interviews, she has credited her husband for being a wonderful support. (Photo: Instagram)

Former winner of Bigg Boss, Kamya Panjabi doesn't cease to surprise her fans with her dedication towards her work. Until recently, the actress, who is 42-year-old, had been a part of Shakti-Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki as Preeto Kaur Singh. The show, which ran for over 5 years, won her several accolades and gave her recognition. She has made several appearances on reality shows including Bigg Boss and done shows like Beintehaa, Doli Armaano Ki and Do Dil Ek Jaan among others. Recently, she also joined a political party under the guidance of good friend, Tehseen Poonawalla. (Photo: Instagram)

Karishma Tanna at 38 has been doing not just television but also films and webseries. The actress was last seen on television in Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2020. She emerged triumphant and won the season. Karishma was also seen in the successful season of Naagin 3 and also Qayamat Ki Raat. She has done several shows on television including Jeanie Aur Juju, Bigg Boss, Baal Veer, Kahi To Milenge and Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand among others. The actress likes to keep herself fit and is often spotted outside her gym. On the personal front, she is all set to tie the knot next month with her Mumbai-based fiance. (Photo: Instagram)

Gauahar Khan, who is over 35 years old, is actively associated with the reality show, Bigg Boss. The actress is not just a former winner, but has also been a mentor to contestants and appeared several times as a guest in the house. She is currently doing web shows and has some fab Bollywood dance numbers to her credit. In one of her reels, the actress had said that she will work for as long as she can and marriage has nothing to do with that. (Photo: Instagram)

39-year-old Monalisa rose to fame with Bigg Boss 10. Since then she has made her mark with supernatural thriller Nazar and its sequels. The actress may be over 35 but she has been working non-stop not just for television but has also been a prominent part of Bhojpuri films. She is married to Vikrant Singh Rajpoot and recently celebrated her 5th wedding anniversary with him. (Photo: Instagram)

Kumkum fame Juhi Parmar is 41 but there's no stopping the actress. She was last seen in television show Hamari Wali Good News. Before that she was a part of shows like Tantra, Karmaphal Daata Shani and Karmaphal Daata Shani among others. Juhi had also won Bigg Boss. She is a single mother to her daughter Samaira and actively involved in Instagram collabs as well. (Photo: Instagram)

Sangita Ghosh, who was last seen in Divya Drishti in a negative role, is all set to make her return to the small screen with Swaran Ghar at the age of 45. The actress is quite excited about her new venture and the promos have been well-received by her fans. Even after her marriage, the actress has done shows like Kehta Hai Dil Jee Le Zara, Parvarrish - Season 2, Rishton Ka Chakravyuh and Bhram. (Photo: Instagram)