Sanaya Irani is a well-known Indian actress, model, and television host widely known for her recurring roles as Khushi Kumari Gupta in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? and Gunjan Bhushan in Miley Jab Hum Tum.
Within a span of a few years, she attained immense popularity and fame amongst the Indian audience. Irani has received several awards, including 2 Indian Television Academy Awards, 2 Star Parivaar awards, and 3 Zee Gold awards. She is the only TV actress to be featured in the ‘Forty Most Beautiful Women’ by People magazine. Sanaya’s journey from her debut in commercials to her stardom in Indian cinema is nothing short of inspiring. So, who is Sanaya Irani? Here’s everything you need to know about the television actress.
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Sanaya Irani Biography
Sanaya was born on September 17, 1983, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. According to her birthday, she is 41 years old as of 2025.
| Birth Name | Sanaya Irani |
| Nickname | San, Sannu |
| Date of Birth | September 17, 1983 |
| Place of Birth | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 41 |
| Sun Sign | Virgo |
| Profession | Actress, Television Host, Model, Dancer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethnicity | Parsi |
| Religion | Islam |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse Name | Mohit Sehgal |
| Residence | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Family and Education
While not much is known about her family and her childhood, she grew up along with her sister Kashmira Irani and brother, whose identity is not disclosed.
Sanaya received her primary education from a Boarding School in Ooty, where she spent seven years. She graduated from Sydenham College in Mumbai. She intended to pursue an MBA, but she had to leave behind her dreams as she got offers from the film industry.
Sanaya Irani Personal Life
Sanaya Irani’s love story is one of the most adored on Indian television. She met actor Mohit Sehgal on the sets of Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008), where the two played the lead pair. Their on-screen chemistry soon blossomed into a real-life romance. After years of dating, Sanaya and Mohit tied the knot in a grand destination wedding in Goa on 25 January 2016. The couple has no children but shares a loving relationship, often posting affectionate messages on social media
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 5 feet 5 inches Centimeters – 165 cm Meters – 1.65 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 50 kg Pounds – 110 lbs |
| Body Build | Slim |
| Body Measurements | 34-24-35 |
| Body Shape | Hourglass |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Career Overview
Sanaya Irani began her professional career with commercials for brands like Cadbury, Bar-One, and Dove, and featured in music videos, including Jagjit Singh’s Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya.
She made her feature film debut with a small role in the 2006 Bollywood film Fanaa, starring Aamir Khan and Kajol. She played Mehbooba, one of Kajol’s friends in the movie. Her television breakout role was as Cadet Neelu Sharma in the series Left Right Left (2007), followed by her iconic role as Gunjan Bhushan in Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008-2010). Her performance in the show was widely lauded, especially her on-screen chemistry with Mohit Sehgal, which earned her several awards, including the Indian Television Academy Awards.
In 2011, she achieved massive stardom with Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? opposite Barun Sobti. Her role as Khushi Kumari Gupta won her immense love, making the show one of the most iconic Indian TV dramas worldwide.
Her other television appearances include Chhanchhan (2013), Rangrasiya (2014) opposite Ashish Sharma, and she participated in the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8, where she placed first runner-up. She won Nach Baliye 8 with her husband Mohit Sehgal in 2017, showcasing her dancing talent to the world.
Brand Endorsements
Irani has appeared in numerous television commercials, including Shree Raj Mahal (jewelry brand), Belmonte, Airtel, Pepsi, and Reliance, among others.
Favorite Things
- Food – Chocolates, Mushrooms, Brazilian Wraps
- Color – Black
- Actor – Aamir Khan, Brad Pitt
- Holiday Destination – America
- Hobbies– Shopping, Traveling, Dancing
Social Media Reach
Sanaya Irani is a hit on Instagram with over 3 million strong followers. She’s also on Facebook, where she has nearly 2 million followers.
Facts
Sanaya Irani began her professional career as a model, and during this time, she walked the ramp for famous designers and endorsed several brands.
Her first photoshoot was done by Actor Boman Irani when he was a photographer.
Eastern Eye magazine featured her in their “50 Sexiest Asian Women” list in 2012 in 2014, respectively.
In 2015, Sanaya participated in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Season 8. In Bigg Boss 7, she made a guest appearance in 2013.
She has three pets – Tia, Spider, and Kaliya.
Sanaya Irani has appeared in the music video “Tumko Dekha To Yeh” sung by the late Jagjit Singh.
She has worked with top-notch names in Bollywood like Priyanka Chopra, Shah Rukh Khan, and Amitabh Bachchan in commercials.
In 2017, Irani participated in the dance show Nach Baliye 8 with her husband Mohit Sehgal.
In 2022, she appeared in Deedar Kaur’s music video for the song Dholna.
She starred in the short film Butterflies Season 4 in 2023.