Shobna Gulati

British actress and television presenter

Shobna Gulati - British actress and television presenter
Born

August 7th, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Acted in the long-running soap opera 'Coronation Street' as Sunita Alahan. Presented several television programs including 'Dancing on Ice'. Participated in the stage adaptation of 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie', earning acclaim for the performance.

Played Sunita Alahan in 'Coronation Street'

Presented 'Dancing on Ice'

Performed in 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie'

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