How Surbhi Chandna evolved from a television cameo to a multifaceted media producer
In short: Born in Mumbai in 1989, Surbhi Chandna has spent over a decade defining the landscape of Hindi television. From her early days as a guest performer to leading iconic roles in shows like Ishqbaaaz and Naagin 5, her career trajectory reflects the changing dynamics of Indian entertainment and digital media.
Surbhi Chandna entered the acting world in 2009 with a brief appearance in the long-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Following a four-year hiatus, she returned to the screen, eventually securing her first significant role as Haya Qureshi in Qubool Hai. Her breakthrough arrived between 2016 and 2018, when she portrayed Anika Trivedi Singh Oberoi in Ishqbaaaz. This performance not only garnered critical acclaim, including the ITA Award for Best Actress - Popular, but also established her as a prominent figure in the industry, leading to her appearance in the spin-off series Dil Boley Oberoi.
Her versatility became evident as she transitioned through diverse genres, including medical dramas like Sanjivani and supernatural narratives such as Naagin 5, where she played a shape-shifting serpent. Her work in Naagin 5 earned her a second ITA Award for Best Actress - Popular. By 2024, Chandna expanded her reach into web-based media with Rakshak - India's Braves: Chapter 2, demonstrating an ability to adapt to shifting viewer habits. This period also marked a significant personal milestone, as she married entrepreneur Karan Sharma in Jaipur on 2 March 2024, following a thirteen-year relationship.
Beyond performance, Chandna has increasingly moved into the business side of the industry. In 2026, she launched her own production house, Feel Good Studios, and a music label, Feel Good Originals. Her inaugural co-production, Ishk Dum Aur Idli Rasam, represents a strategic shift toward content creation. Throughout her career, she has consistently been recognized for her influence, appearing in various rankings such as the Times' Most Desirable Women on TV and Eastern Eye's lists of influential Asian celebrities, cementing her status as a global connector across generations.
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