[2] This was followed by a career declined, In 2013, she made her television debut as a contestant in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss 7, where she finished as 1st runner-up.

a weak screenplay with excessive length and most importantly, a half-baked climax" and wrote, "Mukerji needs to work on her dialogue delivery along with screen appearance".

[8][9] A reviewer wrote, "Neal 'n' Nikki concentrates more on skin show than a sound story terrible letdown in terms of content".

The same year, she appeared in a supporting role of Avantika in the political crime thriller film Sarkar alongside an ensemble cast.

The film was successful at the box office with received positive reviews for its storyline and the performances and got her a nomination at Vijay Awards for Best Debut Female.

She participated as a contestant on Sony TV's dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11 where she finished in 13th place.