Biography
Who is Sanaya Irani?
Early life and education
Sanaya Irani was born in Mumbai, India, on September 17, 1983. She comes from an Irani Zoroastrian family. Her formal education included seven years at The Lawrence School in Lovedale, Ooty. She later completed her studies at Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics located in Mumbai.
Before pursuing acting professionally, Sanaya Irani was enrolled in an MBA program. Her career trajectory shifted toward the entertainment industry during this period of her life.
Acting career beginnings
Sanaya Irani entered the industry initially through modeling. Her first portfolio was created by Boman Irani, who was a photographer before becoming an actor. She made her film debut in the 2006 Yash Raj film Fanaa, appearing as the character Mehbooba. During this time, she also appeared in television advertisements alongside Bollywood stars like Shahrukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor.
Her transition to television started with the SAB TV drama Left Right Left in 2007, where she played Cadet Sameera Shroff. She also appeared in the 2008 Imagine TV series Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayengi. Early in her career, she faced challenges with the Hindi language but received tutoring from her directors to improve her fluency.
Television success
Sanaya Irani earned her first lead role as Gunjan in the STAR One series Miley Jab Hum Tum, which aired from 2008 to 2010. Following this, she portrayed the protagonist Khushi Kumari Gupta in the hit series Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Opposite Barun Sobti. This show maintained high ratings on Indian entertainment channels until its conclusion in late 2012.
Throughout her career, she has participated in various reality television shows. She was a contestant on Welcome Baazi Mehmaan-Nawaazi ki in 2013 and Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8 in 2015. Also, she appeared in Rangrasiya as the character Parvati and starred in the 2013 series Chhanchhan. In 2017, she participated in the dance competition Nach Baliye 8.
Personal life and media recognition
Sanaya Irani met actor Mohit Sehgal on the set of the show Miley Jab Hum Tum. The couple announced their relationship in November 2010. They became engaged in December 2015 and married on January 25, 2016, in a traditional Hindu ceremony in Goa.
Her work has been acknowledged in various media lists. Eastern Eye included her in their 50 Sexiest Asian Women list in 2012. Rediff named her one of the top 10 best television actresses in 2014. In 2015, People magazine included her on their list of India's 40 most beautiful women, and The Times of India ranked her 10th in their Top 10 TV Actress list in 2018.
Birthday and age
Sanaya Irani was born on September 17, 1983, which makes Sanaya 43 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Sanaya shares the date with 51 other famous people.
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