Chahatt Khanna (also known as Chahat Khanna) is an Indian actress and entrepreneur who primarily works in Hindi television, films and digital entertainment. She is best known for portraying Ayesha Sharma Kapoor in the television drama Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and Nida Beg in Qubool Hai. She has also appeared in films such as 7½ Phere, Thank You, Prassthanam and Yaatris.

Khanna began her career in the entertainment industry as a teenager, appearing in television commercials and acting projects. Over the years, she has worked across television, cinema and digital platforms. In 2026, she expanded her professional activities through digital entertainment projects and entrepreneurship, including the launch of her clothing label Ammarzo and her book AToE – Actor to Entrepreneur.

Early Life and Background

Chahatt Khanna was born on 17 July 1986 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She grew up in Mumbai and developed an interest in acting and the entertainment industry at an early age.

According to published interviews and biographical reports, Khanna entered the entertainment industry during her teenage years. Her early work included appearing in a Cadbury advertisement in 2002. The commercial, directed by Pradeep Sarkar, marked one of her first professional experiences in front of the camera.

She subsequently began exploring television acting and gradually moved towards film projects. Her early entry into the industry allowed her to gain experience in advertising, television production and acting.

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Detailed information about her formal education and early family life has not been widely documented in major entertainment publications.

Chahatt Khanna Biography Height Weight Age Boyfriend & More

Bio
Profession	Actress
Famous Role	Ayesha Sharma in TV serial Bade Achhe Lagte Hain (2011-2013)
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	in centimeters-168 cm in meters-1.68 m in feet inches– 5’ 6”
Eye Colour	Dark Brown
Hair Colour	Black
Personal Life
Date of Birth	17 July 1986 (Thursday)
Age (as of 2026)	40 Years
Birthplace	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Zodiac sign	Cancer
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Debut	Film: The Film (2005) TV: Kumkum – Sachi Baat Sabhi Jag Jane (2002)
Family	Father– Name Not Known Mother– Name Not Known Brother– Not Known Sister– Not Known
Religion	Hinduism
Hobbies	Writing, Painting, Singing, Dancing
Controversies	• In November 2018, she accused her ex-husband, Farhan Mirza of sexual abuse. • In September 2022, Chahatt Khanna’s name appeared in the Rs 200 crore extortion case involving conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. Reportedly, she was paid Rs. 1.5 lakh by Chandrashekhar’s aide Pinky Irani to meet him who later gave her a Gucci bag and Rs 2 lakh on their first meet. 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 and he introduced himself as a producer of the southern film industry. Koimoi In February 2023, Sukesh reportedly sent a Rs 100 crore legal notice to the TV actress over her allegations against him. In January 2023, she gave her statement to the court and spoke with the media to publicly share her side of the story. According to Chahatt, 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 said, “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. Maybe I should have approached the police and lodged a complaint. But things kept happening one after the other and I just wanted to get out of it.” News 18
Boys, Affairs and More
Marital Status	Divorced
Affairs/Boyfriends	Mika Singh (rumoured)
Husband/Spouse	First Husband: Bharat Narsinghani (Ex-husband, m. 2006-div. 2007) Second Husband: Farhan Mirza (Ex-husband, m. 2013-div. 2017)
Children	Son– None Daughter– Zohar Mirza (b. 2016)

Career

Early Career and Television Debut

Khanna began her career in the entertainment industry in 2002. She appeared in a Cadbury advertisement and made an early television appearance in the programme Sachi Baat Sabhi Jag Jane.

In 2005, she appeared in the Hindi film The Film, directed by Junaid Memon. The film explored the lives and struggles of people working in the film industry. In the same year, she appeared in the comedy film 7½ Phere: More Than a Wedding, in which she played Piyaali “Piya” Joshi.

Her early film appearances helped establish her as an emerging actress in Hindi entertainment.

Television Career

After her initial film work, Khanna continued appearing in television productions. She was associated with programmes such as Hero – Bhakti Hi Shakti Hai, Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan and Kaajjal.

Her television career reached a wider audience through her role in the popular drama series Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. She portrayed Ayesha Sharma Kapoor, a character whose storyline became an important part of the programme.

The series, which starred Ram Kapoor and Sakshi Tanwar, was broadcast on Sony Entertainment Television. Khanna’s portrayal of Ayesha brought her considerable recognition among television viewers.

She later appeared in the television drama Qubool Hai, where she played Nida Beg. The show was broadcast on Zee TV and featured a storyline centred on relationships and family life.

Khanna also appeared in the horror anthology series Darr Sabko Lagta Hai, which featured standalone stories exploring different forms of fear.

Film Career

Alongside television, Khanna continued working in Hindi films.

In 2011, she appeared in the comedy film Thank You, directed by Anees Bazmee and starring Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol, Suniel Shetty and Irrfan Khan. She played Kanishka in the film.

After a period with fewer film appearances, she returned to the big screen with Prassthanam in 2019. The political action drama, directed by Deva Katta, featured Sanjay Dutt, Manisha Koirala, Ali Fazal and Jackie Shroff.

In 2023, Khanna appeared in Yaatris, a family drama directed by Harish Vyas. The film featured a family travelling together and exploring relationships across generations.

Her film career has included comedy, drama and political action genres.

Digital Entertainment and OTT Projects

Khanna has also explored opportunities in digital entertainment. In a 2024 interview with Hindustan Times, she discussed her interest in working on OTT projects and explained that she preferred selecting roles and stories that she found meaningful.

In 2026, she made her OTT debut with Hasratein 4, which premiered on Hungama OTT. The series marked another stage in her career, taking her work to a digital streaming audience.

She was also associated with the web project Pati Patni Aur Kand, in which she was set to portray a police officer. In 2026, she discussed her preparation for the role and the work involved in portraying a cop.

Her move into digital entertainment reflects the broader expansion of her acting career beyond traditional television and cinema.

Entrepreneurship and Other Activities

Apart from acting, Khanna has developed interests in business and entrepreneurship.

In March 2026, she spoke to Moneycontrol about launching her clothing label, Ammarzo. The brand was described as a comfort-focused clothing venture designed around everyday fashion and practical clothing choices.

In June 2026, she launched her book, AToE – Actor to Entrepreneur, which draws on her professional experiences and transition into business activities.

Her work as an entrepreneur represents an additional dimension of her career beyond acting.

Filmography

The following table lists selected film appearances by Chahatt Khanna.

Year	Film	Role / Appearance
2005	The Film	Ankita Kulkarni
2005	7½ Phere: More Than a Wedding	Piyaali “Piya” Joshi
2010	Ek Main Ek Tum	Chahat
2011	Thank You	Kanishka
2019	Prassthanam	Palak
2022	Dhoop Chhaon	Supporting appearance
2023	Yaatris	Sonam

Television and Digital Shows

Year	Programme	Role / Participation
2002	Sachi Baat Sabhi Jag Jane	Early television appearance
2005	Hero – Bhakti Hi Shakti Hai	Princess Myra
2006	Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan	Aashka Wadhwa
2007	Kaajjal	Katie / Kaajjal
2011–2013	Bade Achhe Lagte Hain	Ayesha Sharma Kapoor
2014	Qubool Hai	Nida Beg
2015	Darr Sabko Lagta Hai	Richa
2026	Hasratein 4	Digital series appearance
2026	Pati Patni Aur Kand	Police officer role

Note: Television and digital credits are based on publicly reported appearances and project information. Dates and character descriptions may vary between entertainment databases.

Personal Life

Chahatt Khanna’s personal life has received media attention, particularly in relation to her marriages and family.

She married businessman Bharat Narsinghani in December 2006. The marriage ended in 2007. Khanna later spoke publicly about difficulties she said she experienced during that relationship.

In February 2013, she married Farhan Mirza, the son of screenwriter Shahrukh Mirza. The couple has two daughters. In 2018, Khanna filed for divorce, publicly citing serious personal differences and allegations of sexual and mental harassment. These were allegations reported by the actress and covered by several media outlets.

Khanna has spoken in interviews about raising her daughters and balancing motherhood with her professional responsibilities. She has also discussed personal challenges and changes in her outlook on life in interviews with Indian news publications.

Public Image and Media Coverage

Khanna became widely recognised through her television roles, particularly Ayesha Sharma in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. Her character attracted strong audience reactions and helped establish her public profile.

Her appearances in Qubool Hai and other television productions further strengthened her recognition among Hindi television audiences.

In interviews, Khanna has discussed her approach to choosing acting projects, her interest in digital entertainment and her decision to explore entrepreneurship. She has also spoken about the importance of personal well-being, mindfulness and maintaining a balance between professional and family life.