Chhaya Kadam

Personal context

Summary

Chhaya Kadam is an Indian actor known for Marathi and Hindi films including Fandry, Sairat, Nude, Jhund, Laapataa Ladies, and All We Imagine as Light. Her roles often include strong women and working-class characters; she has described Nagraj Manjule’s films as resonating with her for their rawness and real-life characters. In a 2025 interview, Kadam discussed caste discrimination she encountered in the film industry and described reconsidering practices such as separate cups for household workers. No public campaigning, political affiliations, or broader identity advocacy are on record.