Sara Khan is an Indian model and actress who was born on August 6, 1989.
Sara Khan is an Indian model and actress who was born on August 6, 1989. She was crowned Miss Bhopal in 2007. She is well known for playing Sadhna in the Star Plus series Sapna Babul Ka...Bidaai.
Early life
On August 6, 1989, Khan was born in Bhopal, India. Khan practices Sunni Islam. Her sister is Ayra Khan.
Career Television
Khan^/s career began as a model. In the well-known Star Plus series Sapna Babul Ka...Bidaai (2007–2010), she made her acting debut as Sadhna alongside Angad Hasija. Her departure from the program in June 2010 signaled the demise of her character. Khan later made an appearance as Mona in the Zee TV series Preet Se Bandhi Ye Dori Ram Milaayi Jodi (2010–2012), taking Priyal Gor^/s spot.
As Shaalu Pandey, Khan debuted in the Life OK series Junoon - Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq in 2013. She later appeared in the popular Colors TV series Sasural Simar Ka as Maya, an Icchhadhari Naagin. (2014-2015). She appeared in a number of other programs, including Encounter, V The Serial, Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, and Tujhse Hi Rabta.
Sara portrayed Pavitra in the &TV drama Bhagyalaxmi in 2015. She portrayed Kuhu in the &TV drama Saubhagyalakshmi in 2016. In the 2017 film Dil Boley Oberoi on Star Plus, Khan played Mohini in a brief appearance. Later, she appeared as Kangana in the Star Plus program Jaana Na Dil Se Door.
appearances on reality television and other media
Along with Parul Chauhan, who plays Khan^/s on-screen sister in Sapna Babul Ka...Bidaai, Khan made an appearance as a competitor on the show Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? in 2008. They played the game together and gave Help Age India their profits afterward. On September 20, 2008, she additionally made an appearance as a celebrity guest on Amul Star Voice of India 2 with Angad Hasija, Parul Chauhan, and Kinshuk Mahajan. In August 2009, she made an appearance on Salman Khan^/s popular TV program 10 Ka Dum and presented Dance Premier League, a dancing competition that aired on Sony TV. Khan participated in Bigg Boss 4, the Indian version of Big Brother, in 2010 and remained a participant for 10 weeks before being eliminated on Day 69.
Khan participated as a participant in Life OK^/s Welcome - Baazi Mehmaan-Nawaazi Ki in 2013 and then hosted the program BIG Fame Star. She also participated in Nach Baliye 6 as a wildcard competitor alongside Paras Chhabra, but she was unsuccessful in being chosen. Khan appeared in Ekta Kapoor^/s Box Cricket League in 2014. Additionally, she participated in the comedic programs Comedy Classes and Comedy Nights Bachao. 2018 saw Khan and Angad Hasija in the music video for Tere Jism.
She made her debut as Ahana on Colors TV^/s Spy Bahu in July 2022. She has played Tanya Rastogi in Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein 2 on Dangal TV since November 2022.
Private life
Khan wed Shia Muslim TV star Ali Merchant in an Islamic ceremony on Bigg Boss 4 in 2010, but they split up after two months. The couple^/s close acquaintances said that they received 5 million (US$63,000) as payment for their marriage. The Colors channel denied paying for their union and referred to it as their own want instead. She described her marriage as a nightmare after the divorce. In an episode of the reality series Sach Ka Saamna, Merchant claimed that Khan was the biggest mistake of his life and that he had married for publicity.
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Dark Rainbow | Ruhi | |
| 2014 | M3 - Midsummer Midnight Mumbai | Sapna | |
| 2015 | Tujh Se Hee Raabta | Anum | Pakistani telefilm |
| Hamari Adhuri Kahani | Naila | ||
| 2022 | Cyanide | Anjum | Ullu |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2010 | Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai | Sadhana Rajvansh | |
| 2008 | Zara Nachke Dikha | Contestant | Winner |
| Nach Baliye 4 | Host | ||
| 2009 | Dance Premier League | Contestant | |
| Hans Baliye | |||
| 10 Ka Dum | |||
| 2010 | Bigg Boss 4 | Evicted on Day 70 | |
| 2010–2012 | Preet Se Bandhi Ye Dori Ram Milaayi Jodi | Mona Gandhi | |
| 2012 | V The Serial | Herself | |
| 2013 | Welcome – Baazi Mehmaan Nawazi Ki | Contestant | |
| Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya | Shamona | ||
| BIG Fame Star | Host | ||
| Rangoli | |||
| Junoon – Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq | Shaalu Pandey | ||
| Nach Baliye 6 | Contestant | Not selected | |
| 2014 | Encounter | Ayesha Raza | |
| Savdhaan India – India Fights Back | Savitri | ||
| 2014–2015 | Box Cricket League 1 | Contestant | |
| Sasural Simar Ka | Maya | ||
| 2015 | Bhagyalaxmi | Pavitra | |
| Killer Karoke - Atkah Toh Latkah | Contestant | ||
| Comedy Nights Bachao | |||
| Comedy Classes | Sadhana | ||
| 2016 | Herself | ||
| Saubhagyalakshmi | Kuhu | ||
| Box Cricket League 2 | Contestant | ||
| Kavach...Kaali Shaktiyon Se | Manjulika | ||
| Woh Teri Bhabhi Hai Pagle | Naughty Naagin | ||
| 2016–2017 | Bay Khudi | Fiza | Pakistani television series |
| 2017 | Dil Boley Oberoi | Mohini | |
| Laikin | Hadia | Pakistani television series | |
| Jaana Na Dil Se Door | Kangana / Tara | ||
| 2017–2018 | Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki | Mohini | |
| 2018 | Box Cricket League 3 | Contestant | |
| Woh Apna Sa | Rano | ||
| Laal Ishq | Mallika | ||
| 2019 | Namah | Mrityu | |
| 2020–2021 | Santoshi Maa - Sunayein Vrat Kathayein | Devi Poulomi | |
| 2022 | Lock Upp | Contestant | Evicted on Day 28 |
| 2022 | Spy Bahu | Ahana | |
| 2022–present | Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein 2 | Tanya Rastogi |
Special appearances
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Star Voice of India | Sadhna |
| Kasautii Zindagii Kay | ||
| Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | ||
| Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan | ||
| 2008 | Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? | |
| Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star | ||
| Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii | ||
| Karam Apnaa Apnaa | ||
| Kayamath | ||
| 2009 | Perfect Bride | |
| Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai | ||
| Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya | ||
| 2010 | Sajan Ghar Jaana Hai | |
| Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat | ||
| Sasural Genda Phool | ||
| Saath Nibhaana Saathiya | ||
| Baat Hamari Pakki Hai | Herself | |
| 2011 | Chotti Bahu - Sawar Ke Rang Rachi | Mona |
| Pavitra Rishta | ||
| Sanjog Se Bani Sangini | ||
| 2012 | Yahaaan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli | |
| Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein | ||
| 2013 | Punar Vivaah | |
| Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke | Herself | |
| 2014 | Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon | |
| 2015 | Shastri Sisters: Chaar Dil Ek Dhadkan | Maya |
| Gangaa | Pavitra | |
| 2016 | Kaala Teeka | Herself |
| Sarojini | ||
| Santoshi Maa | Anju | |
| Akbar Birbal | Shaila Bano | |
| 2017 | Bakula Bua Ka Bhoot | Laila |
| 2018 | Ishq Mein Marjawan | Mohini |
| Tu Aashiqui | ||
| 2019 | Vidya | Herself |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Singer(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Mod De Yaara | Herself, Rohil Bhatia |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Show | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Desh Ki Dhadkan - Best Actress - Popular | Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai | Won |
| Indian Telly Awards | Best Actress in Leading role | Won |
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Model, and Singer |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters- 158 cm in meters- 1.58 m in feet & inches- 5’ 2” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms- 50 kg in pounds- 110 lbs |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 33-26-33 |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Career | |
| Debut | TV (Hindi; As an Actor): Sapna Babul Ka… Bidaai (2007) as Sadhna Rajvansh TV (Pakistani; As an Actor): Bay Khudi (2016) as Fiza Film (Hindi; As an Actor): M3 – Midsummer Midnight Mumbai (2014) as Sapna Telefilm (Pakistani; As an Actor): ^/Tujh Se Hee Raabta’ (2015) as Anum |
| Awards | • 2007: Indian Telly Award for Best Actress for the TV serial Sapna Babul Ka…. Bidaai • 2007: Star Parivaar Award for Favourite Naya Sadasya (Female) for the TV serial Sapna Babul Ka…. Bidaai • 2008: Star Parivaar Award for Sapna Babul Ka…. Bidaai • 2008: Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress – Popular for the TV serial Sapna Babul Ka…. Bidaai • 2009: Star Parivaar Award for Favourite Patni for the TV serial Sapna Babul Ka…. Bidaai |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 6 August 1989 (Sunday) |
| Age (as of 2022) | 33 Years |
| Birthplace | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| Religion | Islam |
| Caste | Sunni Islam |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Marriage Date | Year, 2010 |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Ali Merchant (divorced in 2011; actor) |
| Parents | Father- Parvez Khan Mother- Seema Khan (businesswoman) |
| Siblings | Sister(s)- Alisha Khan, Aliya Khan, and Arya Khan |
| Favourites | |
| Food | Biryani, Sea Food |
| Actor | Shahid Kapoor |
| Actress | Kareena Kapoor |
| Perfume | Oriflame |
| Travel Destination | Goa |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Sara Khan
- Sara Khan is an Indian model, actor, and singer. She is well known for playing the character of Sadhna in the Hindi TV serial ‘Sapna Babul Ka… Bidaai’ (2007).
- She was born and brought up in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
- She started her career as a model in 2007 and participated in the beauty pageant Miss Madhya Pradesh in the same year. She finished as the winner in the contest.
- She has worked as a model in various TV commercials. She has also worked as an anchor for the Hindi TV channels like Doordarshan Madhya Pradesh and ETV.
- In an interview, while talking about getting a role in her debut TV serial ‘Sapna Babul Ka… Bidaai’ (2007). She said,
I can never forget it. I had won the Miss Bhopal contest and had hoardings all over the city. So, that’s how I got noticed by my producer and got this project. It was a dream come true for me to bag a project like Bidaai and that too when I was not from Mumbai. It was such an overwhelming moment because the show was very popular and I was getting so much love and attention from everywhere.”
She further added,
I was a shy, school-going girl, when I did my first show Bidaai, which was like a fairytale for me. I was new to the industry then and didn’t know the nitty-gritties. With time, I have learnt a lot about this industry. Today I have a lot of experience, both good and bad. I have learnt to stand up for myself and don’t give a s**t about what people think. I live for my own self now. I now don’t get affected by who says what about me.”
- In 2008, she participated as a guest contestant in various Hindi TV shows like ‘Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain?’ and ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star.’
- Sara, along with her ex-husband Ali Merchant, hosted the TV dance reality show ‘Nach Baliye 4’ in 2008.
- In the same year, she participated in ‘Zara Nachke Dikha,’ a celebrity TV dance reality show.
- She participated as a contestant in various TV shows in 2009 such as ‘Dance Premier League,’ ‘Hans Baliye,’ and ’10 Ka Dum.’
- In 2009, she participated as one of the contestants in the TV reality show ‘Bigg Boss 4.’ Her marriage to the Indian TV actor Ali Merchant (while they were in the Bigg Boss house) became the talk of the town. There were rumours that they were paid Rs. 5 million by the Colors channel for their marriage stint on the show. [11]India TV News However, within two months of their marriage, the duo got divorced. In an interview, while talking about their divorce, Sara said,
Paras and I are dating for the last seven months and we love each other’s company. His mom and I are very good friends and everyone is happy with our relationship. I m just 21 and we are in no hurry to get married as our hearts are already married.”
When Ali was asked about the divorce (while he was invited as a guest on the Star Plus TV show “Sach Ka Saamna” in 2011). He said,
I got married on TV for publicity. Anyone in my place would have done that. Getting into Bigg Boss and then marrying Sara were the biggest mistakes of my career. Actually, being in relationship with her is my biggest regret.”
- She then dated the Indian TV actor Paras Chhabra, but their relationship did not last long. In an interview, while talking about her breakup with Paras, Sara said,
I wish he tried to work hard instead of getting mileage by using my name. I feel sorry that the media still addresses him as my EX or will do it in future as well. I will feel happy if he takes it as a challenge and makes his own identity so that the media starts calling him by his name.”
- In 2015, there were rumours that she secretly got married to the Indian businessman Rishabh Tandon. [12]India Today During an interview, while denying the rumours, she said,
I had clearly mentioned below the picture ‘going to marry soon’. That day, I came back from a photo shoot; changed into my normal costume and unfortunately forgot to remove the sindoor which I had applied for the photo shoot. I and Rishabh just clicked a picture and posted without realizing that sindoor is still there on my head. I was in Dubai when I started getting calls about the marriage news. It was really shocking.”
- Sara then participated as a contestant in various Hindi TV serials including ‘Welcome – Baazi Mehmaan Nawaazi Ki’ (2013), ‘Comedy Nights Bachao’ (2015), and ‘Box Cricket League 2’ (2016).
- She was invited as a celebrity guest on the Pakistani TV chat show “Good Morning Pakistan” aired on ARY Digital on 17 November 2016.
- Apart from Hindi TV serials, she has also worked in a few Pakistani dramas like ‘Laikin’ (2017).
- Some of her Hindi TV serials are ‘Preet Se Bandhi Ye Dori Ram Milaayi Jodi’ (2010), ‘Junoon – Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq’ (2013), ‘Sasural Simar Ka 2’ (2014), and ‘Santoshi Maa – Sunayein Vrat Kathayein’ (2020).
- Sara made special appearance in a few Hindi TV serials including ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’ (2008), ‘Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’ (2010), ‘Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke’ (2013), ‘Kaala Teeka’ (2016), and ‘Vidya’ (2019).
- She did a cameo role in the Hindi film ‘Hamari Adhuri Kahani’ (2015) starring Emraan Hashmi and Vidya Balan.
- Sara has also appeared in Hindi music videos like “Tere Jism” (2018) by Altaaf Sayyed, “Mast Nazro Se” (2019) by Lakhwinder Wadali, and “Tattoo Boy” (2019) by Radnyi Tyagraj. In 2018, she did a bold music video with the Indian actor Angad Hasija. In an interview, Angad shared that Sara had personally asked the makers of the music video to cast Angad opposite Sara. He further added,
Sara said that she was not ready to do bold scenes with anyone. She would only do it with me as she was comfortable. It was a bold video. Atul, the director told Sara about the brief. When we did it, the unit people became our fans. Our jodi is famous and that’s how we do it.”
- She has sung a few Hindi and Punjabi songs. Some of her songs as a singer are “Black Heart” (2018), “Kenda Ye Jamana” (2019), and “Mahiya Mila De” (2021).
- Sara is an avid dog lover. She owns a few pet dogs and two of his dogs are Hatchiko Khan and Chikoo.
- She loves to collect different types of footwear.
- To enhance her looks, she has done a few surgeries along with a lip filler treatment for which she received many negative comments from the netizens. [13]Koi Moi
- During an interview, while talking about doing lip filler treatment, she said,
I did not want to stay as Bidaai’s Sadhna my entire life. I wanted to be fit and be Sara Khan. So, I didn’t think much about my transformation. I just started working out and concentrated on my fitness. I did not change my face, I am the same. Yes, of course I did the lip filler which was a disaster and it did not look good at all. It was very bad it didn’t suit me at all.”
She continued,
Mujhe apni khud ke lips pasand nahi aate the tab (I did not like my own lips back then) and I was waiting for it to dissolve. I didn’t like my look at that time.”
- Sara has been featured on the cover of various magazines like Glamorous You, She India, and Entitle Magazine.
- In 2020, she received backlash from the netizens for the involvement of her name in a drug case. However, she did not receive any summon from the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). During an interview, while talking about it, she said,
Without even checking the veracity of these allegations, people started trolling me. They called me names and a drug addict. This incident shook me to an extent that I almost wanted to kill myself! I have slogged to reach where I am today. Angad informed me about our names doing the rounds in the media. I was shocked and failed to understand why my name was being dragged into it.”
- Sara Khan is often spotted smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol at parties and events.
- She has an aqua blue coloured BMW 3 Series car.
- In 2020, she uploaded an open letter to the Indian media houses on her Instagram account. In the letter, she wrote,
- In 2022, she participated in the digital reality show ‘Lock Upp.’
