Ankita Lokhande's House: A Glimpse into Her Luxurious Abode

Introduction: A Look at Ankita's Life

Ankita Lokhande is a well-known TV actress, especially for her role as Archana in “Pavitra Rishta”, on which she worked for five long years. The television show established her as a household name and made her a favorite among viewers.

Ankita was born in Indore, into a Marathi family, on 19 December 1984. Ankita Lokhande always wanted to be an actor and after her graduation in 2005, she arrived in Mumbai to make that dream come true. After a tremendous struggle, she landed the lead role in ‘Pavitra Rishta’ opposite late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, with whom she was in a long-term relationship, but separated due to personal reasons. Ankita later tied the knot with Vikas Jain, a business based in Mumbai, on 14 December 2021.

Ankita Lokhande’s journey on screen

Ankita made her television debut with the television serial ‘Pavitra Rishta’ which became quite popular and established her in the television industry. She was also a participant in Bigg Boss season 17 which also grew her fanbase. Ankita came on the big screen with the movie Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, an epic drama based on the life of Rani Lakshmi Bai in which she played the role of Jhalkari Bai and enamored everyone with her performance. Later she also starred in ‘Baaghi 3’ as well as Swatantrya Veer Savarkar and later returned to her role as Archana in ‘Pavitra Rishta- It’s never too late’. She also participated in StarPlus' Smart Jodi with her husband, Vicky Jain, and emerged as the winner of the season. Ankita with her honest and hard work has received several awards such as the ITA Award, Indian Telly Award, and 23 gold awards. Ankita has worked hard from the small screen to the big screen and made a name for herself. Currently, she is one of the highest-paid television actresses in India and was featured not only in Rediff.com's "Top 10 Television Actresses" list of 2014 but also in the Eastern Eye's "50 Sexiest Asian Women" list and the ‘Time’s Square’ billboard.

Ankita LoKhande’s beautiful penthouse | The White House

Ankita Lokhande and Vikas Jain Bought their dream house, the 5,500 square-foot property in north Mumbai’s Oshiwara. They lovingly call the penthouse ‘The white house’ as every nook and corner of the house is in pristine white, including the furniture, walls, artifacts, and embellishments. Originally the house was 8 BHK but the couple renovated and transformed it into a luxurious 5 BHK dream house. The house is on the 19th floor, as chosen by Vicky Jain as Ankita’s Birthday falls on the 19th of December. (How cute is that!!!)

The Location

The house is located in north Mumbai’s Oshiwara, a vibrant Suburban area. The area is known for its rich cultural heritage and modern urban development and offers a variety of luxurious apartments. The area is also a commercial hotspot which increases its appeal.

The Exterior of the House | The entrance

Let’s have a virtual tour of the elegant houses of the winners of “Smart Jodi”. Upon entering the place you’ll first see a grand white door with “V and A” patterns (the couple’s initials) all over it as well as a white deer head on both sides of the door, setting the tone for the rest of the house. The couple’s name is also displayed in elegant cursive on the wall and potted plants are placed in front of the walls.

Interior Design and Decor

White color exudes peace and is often a symbol of beginnings, and the couple has thoroughly used the color white in their home. Everything in their house is a different shade of white, from furniture and walls to artifacts and embellishments. The tasteful patterned and texture walls add personality to the house. The couple due to this reason refer to their house as “The White House”. And the use of white color gives their house a peaceful and elegant look. While the beige-colored furniture blends rather beautifully in the house. There are some green plants kept in some corners of the room adding a splash of bright color to the interiors. The couple has also used different kinds of light fixtures in their home that add a glow to the house and make it even more white. The house is also fitted with the latest technologies and amenities to spend their time comfortably in their space. The large balcony gives a beautiful view of the Mumbai skyline and makes for a great place to sit and share silence and stories together. The beautiful white house was designed by Sejal Shah, an interior designer who worked with the couple to turn their dream home into reality.

Living Room: A Space for Comfort and Style

The couple’s living room is a spacious area with potted plants in the corner adding bright splashes of color and white furniture and glass panes. The windows are covered with patterned curtains from the ceiling to the floor adding an ethereal touch. White sofas and chairs surrounding the flat-screen TV are placed strategically to accommodate a number of guests while being aesthetically pleasing. Beautiful lights hang from the ceiling and a large round glass clock completes the look. A white pool table is also placed in the large living room as well as The dining table is also placed in one corner of the room, which is also white, and glass crockery is placed on it. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliders separate the living room from a smaller room with Television and Sofas while maintaining the spaciousness of the grand living room, which acts as a private room for the couple to rest and enjoy.

The Dining room

Ankita Lokhande and Vikas Jain’s penthouse also have an aesthetic dining room that is connected to the balcony. The space is decorated with numerous photo frames arranged beautifully as well as wall hangings and beautiful chandeliers.

The Sprawling Balcony

In Mumbai, the city of dreams and rainfall, having a sprawling balcony situated at a dizzying height is a treat unless you’re afraid of heights. Because the view of the Mumbai skyline and the wind that touches your face can elevate your mood instantly. And Ankita and Vikas Jain won in this department, with their apartment situated on the 19th floor they get a beautiful view of Mumbai from a vantage point of view. The balcony has several potted plants and glass railings with wooden flooring. The couple has hung an LED sign that reads “The happy place” and how true it is. There is also a small and adorable white table placed on the balcony to enjoy tea or coffee with the beautiful view.

The modern Kitchen

While the couple's house is aesthetically pleasing it is also functional and comfortable. The kitchen is another example of it, which is modern, elegant, and clutter-free and features a white and neutral theme. Everything is perfectly organized in the sleek cupboards that are in the lightest shade of brown. After the “Grah Pravesh Puja” (a housewarming ritual) on 12 January 2022 Ankita Jain prepared the first dish” A halwa” in this beautiful kitchen.

Bedrooms: Private Sanctuary

The couple has put enormous effort into designing and decorating their home and transforming it into their dream house. The bedroom, their heaven of privacy is also in schemes of different shades of white and off-white. Their bed is in an off-white shade, covered with numerous white pillows and cushions as well as a Mr. and Mrs. Pillow and a white curtain covers the large glass window beside the bed, illuminated with ceiling lights. There is a white bedside table with a framed photograph of the couple and an off-white fluffy rug. The bedroom also has a beautiful walk-in closet and large floor-to-ceiling mirrors. The room also has a beautiful vanity table, which you already would have guessed is white in color, and has clean glass drawers that reflect the room.

The Bathroom

Ankita Lokhande’s bathroom can make for a vogue photoshoot space, with its spotless white color and beautiful overhead light fixtures. Everything is white in the bathroom from the blinds to the rugs as well as the bucket and the bathroom stool. The bathroom also has a white bathtub and the bathroom is separated by a glass door, giving it a luxurious look.

The Study

The couple’s study has a white table and chair as well as a display shelf with all their accomplishments and trophies on display. The white pristine walls and beautiful light fixtures make even the study room an aesthetically pleasing corner.

The Pooja Room

Vikas Jain and Ankita Are often seen celebrating festivals with their family, having personal celebrations. This suggests a love for tradition and family. Therefore it is no surprise that the couple has a dedicated pooja room, with idols and images of deities. While the Pooja room is also white, the vibrant flowers and decor give it a festive look.

The photoshoot-ready corner

While the house features white as its primary color and all the corners of the house are aesthetically pleasing enough for an impromptu photoshoot, there is a place dedicated for just this purpose. The room features accent walls in dark colors as well as furniture in contrasting colors and decorative ornaments, which makes the room a perfect place for a photo shoot for the couple.

A private villa in Maldives

In addition to this luxurious penthouse, the couple also owns a luxurious villa in the Maldives which was a wedding gift from Vikas Jain to Ankita Lokhande and costs around 50 crores. The place is a perfect retreat from the busy life and offers privacy which is a rare commodity for the stars.

Ankita’s house in Malad

Ankita bought a house in Malad along with LAate Sushant singh rajput in the interface heights society in 2013. The walls of this house too is white in color as it is the actress’ favorite color and features a simple decor. The house has a sprawling balcony with wooden flooring and is decorated with a number of potted plants and fairy lights, making it an ideal space to spend some peaceful time. The living room of the house is lively with different colored single sofas arranged neatly.

The ancestral home in Bilaspur Chandigarh

While the couple primarily lives in the penthouse in mumbai, also known as “the white house” Vikas jain also owns a large ancestral property in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. The theme of the house is in white and gold and has an opulent landscape that exudes luxury. The house has a grand lawn and greenery cradles the house from all sides.

Tidbits About “The white house” and its owners

The white house got its name because of its white interiors, which is the favorite color of Ankita Lokhande.
The house is on the 19th floor of the A-wing which represents Ankita’s initials and her birthdate.
The 5 BHK houses are estimated to be around 50 crore.
The area of the house is Rs 5,500 square feet.

Conclusion: A Reflection of their Personality

Like the Taj Mahal is a symbol of love, so is “the white house” a symbol of love between Vikas Jain and Ankita Lokhande, the couple who won the “Smart Jodi”. From the selection of the A-wing corresponding with the Initials of Ankita and the 19th floor, a nod toward Ankita's Birthdate, as well as the white interior, which is her favorite color, this house in every nook and corner tells of the love these two share. “The white house” is also a piece of art, turning simple white into something so elegant that looks like a piece of heaven. Every nook and corner of the house is designed to perfection reflecting the couple’s heaven, their dream, and the beautiful future they will build here. The house also represents their success and the life they have built for themselves.