Sanaya Irani Biography: Movies, TV Shows, Instagram, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Siblings, Height

Sanaya Irani is a renowned Indian actress, dancer, and model, best known for her roles as Gunjan in Miley Jab Hum Tum, Khushi in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?, and Parvati in Rangrasiya.

She began her career with a cameo in the Yash Raj Films production Fanaa (2006) before transitioning to television.

Before her TV debut, she was a successful model and featured in advertisements alongside industry icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and Kareena Kapoor.

Irani made her television debut in 2007 with Left Right Left, where she portrayed Cadet Sameera Shroff, followed by her breakthrough role as Gunjan Bhushan in Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008–2010), which solidified her status as a household name.

Profile

• Full Name: Sanaya Irani
• Stage Name: sanaya irani
• Born: September 17, 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Mumbai, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian actress, dancer, and model
• Height: 1.65 m
• Parent: Sarosh Irani ,Sandra Irani
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: Mohit Sehgal (m. 2016)
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life And Education

Sanaya Irani was born into a Zoroastrian family on September 17, 1983, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

She is the daughter of Sarosh Irani and Sandra Irani and has one sibling, a brother. She completed her early education at The Lawrence School, Lovedale, a prestigious boarding school in Ooty, where she studied for seven years.

She later pursued a degree in commerce at Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai. Initially intending to pursue an MBA, she eventually shifted her focus to modeling and acting. She is of South Asian descent and practices Zoroastrianism.

Career

Sanaya Irani’s journey in the entertainment industry began with modeling assignments and advertisements, where she shared the screen with Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Her first major on-screen appearance was in the Yash Raj Films production Fanaa (2006), where she played a cameo role.

She was also featured in Jagjit Singh’s music video, Tumko Dekha, which further showcased her screen presence and talent.

These early projects paved the way for her transition into the television industry, where she would establish herself as one of the most celebrated actresses.

Her television debut came in 2007 with Left Right Left on SAB TV, where she portrayed Cadet Sameera Shroff.

However, her role as Gunjan Bhushan in Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008–2010) brought her widespread recognition. Her portrayal of the soft-spoken yet determined Gunjan resonated with audiences and earned her critical acclaim.

In 2011, she took on one of her most iconic roles as Khushi Kumari Gupta in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? a show that became a massive hit.

Her chemistry with co-star Barun Sobti was highly appreciated, and the show’s popularity further cemented her status as a leading actress in Indian television.

Following her success in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?, Sanaya took on diverse roles, including Chhanchhan (2013), where she played Chhanchhan Sarabhai Borisagar, and Rangrasiya (2013–2014), where she portrayed Parvati Ranawat.

Rangrasiya was particularly well received, with praise for its intense storyline and her compelling performance.

She also participated in reality shows like Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8 (2015), finishing as the first runner-up, and Nach Baliye 8 (2017), where she competed alongside her husband, Mohit Sehgal, and secured third place.

Her appearances in dance reality shows highlighted her versatility and further endeared her to fans.

Additionally, she hosted Zara Nachke Dikha 2 and made guest appearances on popular shows like Bigg Boss. Though she briefly explored films, her primary focus remained on television until 2022.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @sanayairani

Personal Life

Sanaya Irani is married to actor Mohit Sehgal, whom she met on the set of Miley Jab Hum Tum.

Their relationship blossomed from friendship into love, and they publicly confirmed their relationship after the show ended.

The couple tied the knot on January 25, 2016, in a beautiful beach wedding in Goa. As of March 15, 2025, no reports of them having children exist.

Filmography

• Fanaa (2006)
• Pihu (2018) (Short film)
• Dum Dum Dumroo (2018) (Short film)
• Ghost (2019)
• Ved and Arya (2020) (Short film)
• Butterflies Season 4 (2023) (Short film, episode 5)
• Left Right Left (2007)
• Kasamh Se (2007)
• Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayengi (2008)
• Kaho Na Yaar Hai (2008)
• Miley Jab Hum Tum (2008–2010)
• Zara Nachke Dikha 2 (2010)
• Nachle Ve with Saroj Khan (2010)
• Meethi Choori No 1 (2010)
• Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? (2011–2012)
• Ishq Wala Love (2013)
• Chhanchhan (2013)
• Welcome – Baazi Mehmaan Nawazi Ki (2013) (Episodes 1–6)

Net Worth

Sanaya Irani’s estimated net worth is approximately USD 2 million (around ₹14.73 crores), earned through her successful career as an Indian actress, spanning television, modeling, and reality shows.