This Actress Rose To Fame After Bigg Boss Stint, Worked In Erotic Thriller, Eventually Quit Films For Religion

She rose to fame with her glamorous screen presence, reality show popularity, and a string of bold performances that made her one of the most talked-about names in showbiz. Just when her career seemed to be reaching new heights, the actress made a shocking decision that left fans stunned, walking away from films, fame, and the entertainment industry altogether. While many wondered what led to such a drastic change, she chose a completely different path, embracing a quieter life driven by faith and personal beliefs. The actress in question is Sana Khan.

Sana Khan began her journey in the entertainment industry with the 2005 low-budget Hindi film Yehi Hai High Society. While her debut was relatively low-key, it marked the beginning of a career that would soon see her become a familiar face across films, television, and advertisements. A year later, she stepped into Tamil cinema with a special appearance in the song ‘Theepori Parakkum’ from E. Over the years, Sana also built a strong presence in the advertising world, featuring in more than 50 television commercials and brand campaigns before eventually gaining wider recognition in mainstream entertainment.

One of her commercials turned into one of the biggest controversies of her career. In 2007, she appeared in a widely discussed advertisement for the men’s innerwear brand, where she was seen washing underwear in a suggestive manner. The commercial quickly grabbed attention across the country, sparking debates over obscenity and content in advertising. Amid growing backlash, the ad was eventually banned by the Indian government on grounds of alleged sexual vulgarity and indecency, making it one of the most talked-about commercials of that time.

Later, in 2012, she entered Bigg Boss 6, hostes by Salman Khan. She entered the show as a popular model and actress and was known for her bubbly personality during her stint. Her clips from the show still continue to surface on social media. Sana Khan went on to feature in Salman Khan’s film Jai Ho in 2014. She played a key supporting role in the film. In 2016, the former actress took social media by storm with her bold scenes in the erotic thriller film, Wajah Tum Ho, alongside Sharman Joshi and Gurmeet Choudhary.

Sana also made headlines for her ugly breakup in public. She was dating choreographer Melvin Louis. She confirmed the same in February 2019. However, the relationship ended on a bad note in February 2020.

Sana Khan was last seen in Special OPS, which was released in 2020. In the same year, she announced, via an Instagram post, that she was quitting the entertainment industry and would “serve humanity and follow the order of her Creator.” Speaking about how everything changed in her life, Sana Khan earlier said, “In 2019 I still remember, during Ramadan, I used to see a grave in my dreams. I would see a burning, blazing grave and I could see myself in the grave. I didn’t see the empty grave, I saw myself. I felt this is the sign that God is giving me that if I don’t change, this is what my end is. That got me a little anxiety. I still remember the changes that were happening. I would listen to all the motivational Islamic speeches and one night I remember reading something so beautiful.”

In November 2020, she married Mufti Anas Sayed, a Gujarat-based Islamic scholar, businessman, and diamond trader. They welcomed their first child, a son named Saiyad Tariq Jamil, in July 2023. In January 2025, they were blessed with second baby boy, Saiyad Hasan Jamil. Reportedly, with an estimated wealth of around Rs 250 crore, the couple enjoys a lavish lifestyle, owning two luxurious homes in Mumbai valued at Rs 7 crore and Rs 4 crore, respectively.