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From 'One Day' to 'Doctor Who': Ambika Mod’s Unstoppable Journey

Stills from the series 'One Day' (2024) and 'This is Going to Hurt' (2022)

Rising star conquers screens with powerful performances and undeniable talent.

Ambika Mod, born on October 2, 1995, in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England, is a British actress, comedian, and writer. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies from St Mary's College, Durham, before embarking on her acting career.

Career Breakthroughs

Mod gained recognition for her role as Shruti Acharya in the BBC drama series This Is Going to Hurt (2022), where she portrayed a junior doctor alongside Ben Whishaw. Her performance earned critical acclaim, with The Hollywood Reporter praising her as the highlight among the "regular female characters".

In 2024, she starred as Emma Morley in Netflix's One Day, based on David Nicholls' novel. The series follows the 14-year relationship of Emma and Dexter Mayhew, portrayed by Leo Woodall. Mod's performance received critical acclaim, with The Guardian commending her as a "revelation".

still from One Day

Personal Life

Ambika Mod resides in South London. She is in a relationship with actor Andy Sellers , who has been supportive of her career.

Other Notable Projects

In addition to her television roles, Mod has voiced characters for the Doctor Who: Redacted podcast series, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

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