From Sana Khan to Anagha Bhosale, Additie Malik and others: Popular TV stars who left showbiz

Sana Khan, recently appeared on a podcast with Rubina Dilaik where she spoke about her journey in the industry, why and how she left showbiz and much more. She even credited her husband Mufti Anas for her transformation. Over the years several popular TV stars like Anagha Bhosale, Aashka Goradia and others left the showbiz to pursue a different path. Here’s a list:-

Anagha Bhosale, known for her role as Nandini in Anupamaa, has decided to step away from the entertainment industry. In an old interview with BT, she shared her reasons for leaving, stating that the industry is rife with "politics, unhealthy competition, and the constant pressure to look good and be thin." A devoted follower of Lord Krishna, Anagha lives in her hometown of Pune, where she is focusing on her spiritual practices.

Mohena Kumari Singh, a dancer and actress, is the Princess of Rewa. She first gained significant popularity through a dance reality show and later appeared in various television projects, with her last role in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. However, after her marriage, she decided to step away from the industry in 2019.

Sana, who is currently making headlines after her recent podcast with Rubina Dilaik, had left showbiz to follow a spiritual path. The Bigg Boss fame Sana Khan was celebrated for her outgoing personality and charming looks. She left everyone shocked when she announced her decision to quit showbiz in 2020, taking to social media to reveal her plans to serve humanity and follow the orders of her ‘creator.’

Rishika Mihani, known for her role in the popular TV show Ishqbaaz, embarked on a new chapter when she left the entertainment industry a few years ago. She has since relocated to Dubai, where she is thriving as a full-time real estate agent. In an exclusive interview with ETimes TV, she expressed her excitement about exploring this new journey.

Renowned for her role in Shararat, Addite Malik made a name for herself in the industry before stepping away from showbiz to pursue her true passion. She is now a successful restaurateur, owning three restaurants. Her last television appearance was in 2012 in the show Chabbis Barah.

Following a successful television career, actress Aashka Goradia chose to pursue her true passion. She shifted her focus from acting to yoga and her cosmetic business, relocating to Goa. There, she and her husband run a yoga school and have established a thriving cosmetic line, embracing a new chapter in her life dedicated to wellness and beauty.

Mihika Verma, best known for her role in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, stepped away from the entertainment industry in 2016 after her marriage to Anand Kapai, an NRI based in the US. Since relocating, she has settled down with her family and has not appeared on television since her departure. During her time in the US, she pursued an MBA to further her education.

Shveta Salve is another TV celebrity who rose to fame through her notable roles but chose to leave the industry after getting married. She relocated to Goa with her husband, a stylist and owner of an event management company. Currently, Shveta is pursuing her passion for culinary arts as a restaurateur and owns a restaurant in Goa.