For most of her career, Isha Rikhi kept a fairly private profile, known mainly to Punjabi cinema audiences. That changed within a matter of weeks. A quiet marriage to rapper Badshah became public through her mother’s Instagram post, the marriage ended after five months, and days after the divorce announcement, Isha walked into the Bigg Boss 20 house. Her story right now sits at the crossing point of a decade-long acting career and a very public personal chapter.
Quick Facts
| Real Name | Isha Rikhi |
| Date of Birth | September 9, 1993 |
| Age | 33 |
| Birthplace | Chandigarh, India |
| Occupation | Actress, model |
| Known For | Punjabi and Hindi films, Bigg Boss 20 |
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) |
| Years Active | 2012 to present |
| Marital Status | Divorced (m. Badshah, March 2026, div. September 2026) |
Who Is Isha Rikhi?
Isha Rikhi is a Punjabi actress and model, born in Chandigarh. According to reports, she started modelling while still in high school and later worked in an event management company before moving into full-time modelling and then acting. She pursued her graduation from Punjab University alongside her early career.
Career
Isha’s screen journey began with print modelling for brands such as Mother Dairy, Madame, Meena Bazar and RMKV Saree, and a cover appearance for Woman’s Era in February 2011. Her first on-screen appearance was a cameo in Jatt & Juliet (2012), but her real entry into films came with the Punjabi movie Jatt Boys Putt Jattan De in 2013.
The following year brought Happy Go Lucky, a commercial success that helped establish her in Punjabi cinema, along with Bade Changay Ne Mere Yaar Kaminey. She followed this with What the Jatt!! in 2015. The bigger turning point came in 2016 with Ardaas, starring Gippy Grewal and Ammy Virk, which turned into both a critical and commercial hit and remains one of her best-known films, alongside Desi Munde the same year.
In 2018, Isha crossed over into Hindi cinema with Nawabzaade, working alongside Punit Pathak and Raghav Juyal. She returned to Punjabi films with Mindo Taseeldarni in 2019, continuing to split her work between the two industries.
Marriage and Divorce From Badshah
Isha’s personal life became national news in 2026. She and rapper Badshah, whose real name is Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, reportedly married in an intimate ceremony in March 2026. The wedding first came to light through photos shared by Isha’s mother, Poonam Rikhi, on Instagram, before Isha confirmed the marriage herself during an Instagram AMA session in June.
Cryptic posts from Isha in July 2026 fuelled speculation of trouble in the marriage. On August 31, both she and Badshah shared identical statements on their Instagram Stories confirming they had mutually decided to separate, asking for privacy and stating it would be their only comment on the matter. The marriage had lasted around five months.
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Bigg Boss 20: Her Current Chapter
Bigg Boss 20 premiered on September 6, 2026, on Colors TV and JioHotstar, with Salman Khan returning as host and “Tathastu” as the season’s theme. Isha Rikhi entered the house as a confirmed contestant, alongside names such as Mary Kom, Mahhi Vij and ScoutOP, just days after her divorce became public. Her entry has drawn attention partly because of the timing, and reports suggest her marriage and separation are likely to come up inside the house.
Social Media Stats
| X (Twitter) | IMDb | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile | Profile | Not publicly verified | IMDb |
| Approx. 1 million followers | Approx. 546,700 likes | Not publicly verified | IMDb profile |
Social media figures are approximate and may change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Isha Rikhi?
Isha Rikhi was born on September 9, 1993, making her 33 years old.
Who is Isha Rikhi’s husband?
Isha Rikhi married rapper Badshah in March 2026. The couple announced their divorce in September 2026, after around five months of marriage.
Is Isha Rikhi a Bigg Boss 20 contestant?
Yes. Isha Rikhi is a confirmed contestant on Bigg Boss 20, hosted by Salman Khan, which premiered in September 2026.
What movies is Isha Rikhi known for?
She is known for Punjabi films such as Happy Go Lucky, What the Jatt!! and Ardaas, and made her Hindi film debut with Nawabzaade in 2018.
The Bottom Line
Isha Rikhi spent over a decade building a steady, largely private career in Punjabi and Hindi cinema. A brief, high-profile marriage and an equally public divorce changed that, and her decision to join Bigg Boss 20 right afterward puts her in front of the widest audience of her career so far, on her own terms this time.