From Nupur Alankar to Mohena Kumari Singh: TV actresses who quit entertainment business to pursue their passion

These celebrities have a plethora of popular shows to their credit, as well as a devoted fan base. However, they have chosen to leave the showbiz world and pursue their passion other than acting. Take a look at celebrities, who may no longer appear on the small screen, but have happily chosen a new path for themselves.

Nupur Alankar has worked in many TV shows like Diya Aur Bati Hum, Bhage Re Mann, and many other famous shows. Recently, the actress revealed that she has decided to leave the show business. She revealed, “I took sanyaas in February. I am busy visiting pilgrimages and have involved myself in helping those in need. I have always been inclined towards spiritualism and had been following adhyatm, so it was a matter of time before I devoted myself completely to it. I have been blessed to find the right guru Shambhu Sharan Jha, all thanks to my time at CINTAA (Cine and TV Artistes Association), where I worked as a committee member and held health workshops. It brought me contact with my guru and another master healer, which changed the course of my life.”

She further added, “It is indeed a big step. Being in the Himalayas will uplift and accelerate my spiritual journey, I have rented out my flat in Mumbai to take care of my travel and basic expenses.”

Anagha Bhosale, who was last seen in Anupamaa, had taken the decision to return back to her hometown Pune and walk on the spiritual path. Anagha said, “I have been a very spiritual person at heart, and I also actively participate in various spiritual activities. After stepping into the industry, I realised that the industry was the opposite of what I expected. There’s politics, unhealthy competition, the race to look good and reed-thin all the time, and pressure to post on social media constantly. If you don’t do these things, you are left behind. These things didn’t gel with my thought process. I couldn’t relate to the double standards in showbiz and the pressure to be something that you are not. It is filled with hypocrisy. I want to pursue my religious beliefs and attain a sense of peace and contentment in my life.”

Somya Seth's bio on social networks now reads "Real Estate Agent". The actress rose to fame as Navya Anant Bajpai in the television series ‘Navya’, Dhadkan, Naye Sawaal naye. She appeared in shows such as ‘Dil Ki Nazar Se Khoobsurat’ and was most recently seen in Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat in 2016. She played Kaurwaki in her final appearance on television. During her marriage, she relocated to the United States. Moreover, the recently departed actress had a difficult marriage that ended in divorce in 2019. She is currently a single parent to Ayden and a licensed real estate broker in the United States.

Rishika Mihani, known for her roles in television shows such as Love Marriage Ya Arranged Marriage, Ishqbaaaz, and Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon 3, began a new chapter in her life in 2022. The actress relocated to Dubai just two years ago and will soon begin working as a real full estate consultant there. She confirmed BT “I now work here as a property consultant agent. I am really excited to explore a new career”. However, she said that if she gets some interesting work then she might do it.

Mohena Kumari Singh, the actress, is a princess by birth. She left the entertainment industry after marrying political figure Suyesh Rawat. Mohena has a large fan base and has also worked as a choreographer. Mohena is focusing solely on dance and chronicling her life as a vlogger. She is also a generous donor.

Mihika decided to marry US-based NRI Anand Kapai in Delhi in 2016 and now lives there with her family. Mihika, most well-known for her role in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, retired from acting in 2016. As stated in her profile on social media last year, she was pursuing an MBA.

Shararat celebrity Addite Malik retired from television a long time ago. Addite is a restaurateur, who is married to actor Mohit Malik and the mother of their son Ekbir. She owns three establishments. Addite was last seen on TV in 2012 in Chabbis Barah, and he occasionally does TV commercials.

While Aashka hasn't officially retired from show business, she has shifted her concentration to her cosmetics line and also instructs yoga with her husband, Brent Goble. Aashka has also relocated to Goa, where they run a yoga school.

The Hip Hip Hurray star relocated to Goa a long time ago and is now living a happy wedded life with her family. Hermit, Shveta's husband, is a stylist and the owner of a company that manages events. In Goa, the two co-own a restaurant. Shveta left the television industry after getting married. On social media, fans get a peek at her glamorous and happy life. Arya is her daughter's name.

Bigg Boss celebrity Sana Khan stunned everyone when she announced her retirement from show business in 2020. She wrote in a lengthy post about her decision to "serve humanity and follow the order of my Creator." Sana married Anas Saiyad after a bitter breakup. She founded a beauty, cosmetic, and personal care line, as well as a clothing line and a welfare foundation.