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Chahatt Khanna is an Indian actress and model born on July 17, 1986, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. She gained prominence through her role as Ayesha Sharma in the popular television serial Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, which aired from 2011 to 2013. She has worked in Hindi television shows and films since 2002, establishing herself as a recognized face in the Indian entertainment industry.
Chahatt Khanna Wiki / Biography
| Attribute | Details |
| Full Name | Chahatt Khanna |
| Date of Birth | July 17, 1986 |
| Age | 39 years (as of February 2026) |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Profession | Actress, Model |
| Years Active | 2002 – Present |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) |
| Famous Role | Ayesha Sharma in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Children | Two daughters |
| Net Worth | Approximately ₹10 crore |
Chahatt Khanna Early Life
Chahatt Khanna was born on July 17, 1986, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She grew up in Mumbai, which is also her hometown. Details about her early childhood experiences and upbringing are not extensively documented in public sources.
She developed an interest in acting and modeling during her youth. Her first on-screen appearance came in 2002 when she featured in a Cadbury’s television commercial advertisement. This early exposure to the entertainment industry paved the way for her acting career.
Chahatt Khanna Education
Chahatt Khanna attended Mumbai University where she completed her graduation. She holds a graduate degree, though specific details about her major or field of study are not publicly disclosed. Information about her school education is not available in public sources.
Chahatt Khanna Family
Chahatt Khanna’s mother is named Usha Khanna. Her father’s name and occupation are not publicly disclosed. Information about whether she has siblings is not available in public sources.
She maintains a relatively private stance regarding her family background. Her family has stayed away from the media spotlight throughout her career.
Chahatt Khanna Career
Television Debut and Early Work
Chahatt Khanna began her television career in 2002 with the TV serial Kumkum – Sachi Baat Sabhi Jag Jane. She gained her breakthrough role in the same year with the serial where she established her presence in the Indian television industry.
Notable Television Shows
Her television career includes several prominent shows. She appeared in Hero – Bhakti Hi Shakti Hai (2005) as Princess Myra. In 2006, she played Aashka Wadhwa in Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan. She portrayed Katie/Kaajjal in the serial Kaajjal in 2007.
Her most famous role came in 2011 when she was cast as Ayesha Sharma Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, which ran from 2011 to 2013. This role brought her widespread recognition and established her as a household name. She later appeared in Qubool Hai (2014) as Nida and in Darr Sabko Lagta Hai (2015) as Richa.
Film Career
Chahatt made her film debut in 2005 with The Film, where she played Ankita Kulkarni. The same year, she appeared in 7½ Phere: More Than a Wedding as Piyaali “Piya” Joshi. In 2010, she starred in Ek Main Ek Tum.
She appeared in the 2011 Hindi film Thank You as Kanishka. In 2019, she was cast in Prassthanam as Palak. She also appeared in the film Yaatris in November 2023.
Return to Television
In November 2024, Chahatt announced her return to television after almost 10 years. She told ETimes that something really nice was on the horizon and she was excited to return to the medium that gave her so much. She remained tight-lipped about the specific project and her role at the time of announcement.
Chahatt Khanna Personal Life
Chahatt Khanna has faced significant challenges in her personal life, including two failed marriages. She has been open about her experiences and the difficulties she faced in both relationships.
After her second divorce, she reverted to Hinduism from Islam. She stated in an interview that it took her 4-5 years after her divorce to come back to her originality and return to her roots of Sanatana Dharma.
Chahatt Khanna Husband
First Marriage – Bharat Narsinghani
Chahatt met businessman Bharat Narsinghani when she was 16 years old. The couple dated for six years before getting married in December 2006. They divorced several months later in 2007.
Chahatt alleged that Narsinghani and his family had physically and emotionally abused her. The marriage ended within a year of their wedding.
Second Marriage – Farhan Mirza
On February 8, 2013, Chahatt married Farhan Mirza, the son of Bollywood writer Shahrukh Mirza. After marriage, Chahatt converted to Islam. The couple has two daughters together.
Chahatt filed for divorce in 2018, citing sexual and mental harassment. Upon divorce, she reverted to Hinduism. In interviews, she described how she was “brainwashed” during the marriage and that her second divorce was harder than her first.
Chahatt Khanna Children
Chahatt Khanna has two daughters from her second marriage to Farhan Mirza. Her elder daughter is named Zohar Mirza, born in 2016. The name of her second daughter is not publicly disclosed.
According to reports, her elder daughter has begun to stay with her ex-husband. Chahatt maintains a relationship with both her daughters despite the divorce.
Controversy
Sukesh Chandrashekhar Extortion Case
In September 2022, Chahatt Khanna’s name appeared in the Rs 200 crore extortion case involving conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. She was reportedly paid Rs 1.5 lakh by Chandrashekhar’s aide Pinky Irani to meet him. During their first meeting, he gave her a Gucci bag and Rs 2 lakh.
Actresses Nikki Tamboli, Sophia Singh, and Arusha Patil were also named in the case. According to investigation agencies, all four actresses met Chandrashekhar in the jail premises where he introduced himself as a producer of the southern film industry.
Chahatt’s Statement
In January 2023, Chahatt gave her statement to the court and publicly shared her side of the story. According to her, she once met Sukesh in Tihar Jail in 2018, where he proposed to her for marriage and gave Rs 2 lakh as ‘Shagun’. However, he later started blackmailing her.
She stated: “I didn’t want anyone to know that I was in Tihar jail. I was also worried about it affecting my marriage, and so I agreed to give them the money. Among other things, it did take a toll on my marriage, and my husband and I separated”.
Legal Notice
In February 2023, Sukesh reportedly sent a Rs 100 crore legal notice to the TV actress over her allegations against him. The case attracted significant media attention and controversy around her involvement.
Domestic Abuse Allegations
In November 2018, Chahatt accused her ex-husband Farhan Mirza of sexual abuse. These allegations became part of her divorce proceedings and were widely reported in the media.
Chahatt Khanna Net Worth
Chahatt Khanna’s estimated net worth is approximately ₹10 crore. Her income sources include television shows, films, brand endorsements, and modeling assignments. Her most successful period came during her role in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain from 2011 to 2013.
Chahatt Khanna Physical Appearance
Chahatt Khanna stands 5 feet 6 inches tall (168 cm). She weighs approximately 55 kg (121 lbs). Her figure measurements are 34C-24-34.
She has dark brown eyes and black hair. Her dress size is 34 (EU) and shoe size is 7. She has tattoos on her body. Her distinctive features include her smile and confidence.
Interesting Facts About Chahatt Khanna
- Chahatt made her first on-screen appearance in 2002 by featuring in the Cadbury’s television commercial advertisement
- She dated her first husband Bharat Narsinghani for six years before marriage, starting when she was only 16 years old
- She converted to Islam after her second marriage in 2013 but reverted to Hinduism following her divorce in 2018
- Her hobbies include writing, painting, singing, and dancing
- She is a selfie lover, enjoys photography, nature, gym workouts, and dancing
- Her favorite brands include Levi’s, Gap, Louis Vuitton, and Calvin Klein
- She follows a non-vegetarian food habit
- In April 2020, a photo with singer Mika Singh went viral on social media, sparking relationship speculation, but she clarified it was for promoting their song “Quarantine Love”
- She stated that her second divorce was harder than her first divorce
- After her second divorce, it took her 4-5 years to return to her original faith and beliefs
- She is returning to television after a 10-year gap, having last appeared regularly on TV in 2014-2015
- Her zodiac sign is Cancer