Vaishali Thakkar (born 25 July 1964) is an Indian theatre and television actress. She is best known for portraying the comic role of Praveena in the popular show Star Plus TV series Baa Bahoo Aur Baby and portraying the supporting role of Damini in the popular show Colors TV TV series Uttaran. From November 2021, She is currently seen in Star Plus television series Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 2 as Kusum - Gehna’s and Swara’s Mother,.