Sanam Shetty is an Indian actress, model, and former beauty queen probably best known for her appearances in such films as Ambuli, Srimanthudu, Vellaiya Irukiravan Poi Solla Maatan, Sawaari, Thiruttuppayale 2, Sadhuram 2, Walter, and Maha. She has been crowned Miss South India in 2016. Before earning fame as an actress, she worked as a Software Engineer in London. She made headlines earlier this year when she and Tharsan of Bigg Boss fame had a terrible breakup and each took to the media to explain their stance. Sanam has been a part of the 2020 season of Bigg Boss Tamil, a reality show hosted by actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan. So, who is Sanam Shetty? Here’s everything we know about the actress.
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Sanam Shetty Biography
Sanam Shetty was born on the 12th of November 1985, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. She’s currently 39 years old.
| Birth Name | Sanam Shetty |
| Nickname | Sanam |
| Date of Birth | November 12, 1985 |
| Place of Birth | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Age | 39 years old (2024) |
| Sun Sign | Scorpio |
| Profession | Actress, Model, and Former Beauty Queen |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Ex-boyfriend | Tharshan |
| Children | 0 |
| Residence | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
Early Life: Family and Education
Sanam Shetty has kept all information regarding her family and early life away from the spotlight except that her father is from Karnataka and her mother is from Andhra Pradesh.
After completing her schooling in Chennai, she studied engineering and then worked as a software engineer for a reputed multinational software company in London before pursuing acting.
Sanam Shetty Personal Life
Regarding her personal life, Sanam Shetty is currently single. She was previously in a relationship with Sri Lankan model and actor Tharshan Thiyagarajah, who rose to fame after his appearance on Bigg Boss Tamil Season 3. The coupe became engaged in May 2019 before his time on the show, but their relationship deteriorated during the season when he was romantically linked to another contestant, Sherin.
Shortly after he left the show, they ended their relationship citing irreconcilable differences. Sanam publicly accused Tharshan of breaking his promise to marry her, which led to their split. She revealed that they had been engaged in May 2019, with their wedding initially planned for June of that year. She even lodged a police complaint against Tharshan, accusing him of cheating, breach of trust, and harassment.
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 5 feet 6 inches Centimeters – 168 cm Meters – 1.68 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 56 kg Pounds – 123 lbs |
| Body Build | Slim |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Distinctive Features | Attractive large eyes Plush lips |
Professional Career
Sanam Shetty had always wanted to pursue a career in modeling from a young age, but she initially pursued engineering to fulfill her father’s wishes. She completed her studies and worked as a software engineer with TCS in London, UK. After working for a few years in IT, she quit her job to pursue modeling and acting.
Sanam returned to Chennai and began her modeling career. She landed her first acting role in 2012 when she was cast as Poongavanam in R Parthiepan’s Ambuli. She continued with smaller roles before landing her major acting gig as Madhu in the Tamil-language action film, Katham Katham, starring Nandha, and Natarajan Subramaniam.
Since then, Sanam has become a recognized figure in the entertainment industry. Some of her popular appearances include Cinema Company, Singham123, Srimanthudu, Vellaiya Irukiravan Poi Solla Maatan, Sawaari, Sadhuram 2, Thiruttuppayale 2, and Walter. In 2016, she won the Miss South India title, further establishing her presence in the industry.
Beyond acting, Sanam has participated in reality shows such as Villa to Village and Bigg Boss Tamil 4, showcasing her versatility and connecting with audiences on a broader level.
Sanam on Social Media
Sanam Shetty has quite a presence on social media, especially on Instagram, where she’s got over 800 thousand followers. She has amassed 10 thousand followers on her official Facebook page.